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Finally compared store brand beans vs. name brand in my chili...
I did a side by side with a $1.50 can of store brand pinto beans and the $3.50 brand name, and honestly the cheaper ones held up way better after simmering for 20 minutes. Has anyone else found a specific store brand ingredient that beats the expensive stuff?
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rayc895mo ago
Have you ever found yourself stuck in the name brand trap for years? I used to be that way with canned tomatoes, always went for the pricey ones. But I tried a store brand once during a tight budget week and honestly it worked just fine. Now I grab whichever is cheaper and I'm not sorry. Sounds like you had the same kind of eye opener with those pinto beans, which is good to hear.
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robert645mo ago
Ha, yeah I've been there too! For me it was olive oil - I used to only buy the expensive Italian stuff. Then I grabbed a store brand from a local chain during a sale and honestly couldn't tell much difference in everyday cooking. Now I save the fancy oil for dressings and use the cheap stuff for sauteing and roasting. Your mileage may vary but it's worth trying the cheaper option once just to see.
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