11 Foods To Buy When You're Broke

Just because you're broke doesn't mean you have to live on ramen noodles and barbecue sauce packets! Check out this list of cheap, healthy foods that even your broke ass can afford!

Oatmeal

A serving of homemade oatmeal makes a filling breakfast for less than 10 cents. It's an easy way to get some whole grains, too!

Eggs

Eggs are a much cheaper source of protein than meat. They're fantastic at breakfast lunch and dinner!

Beans

Canned beans are affordable at around 28 cents per serving. But, dried beans are a steal at 7 cents per serving! Dried beans don't require as much work as it seems, so don't be afraid! Soak overnight, then put them in a crock pot with some spices, and let them cook all day while you're at work. You'll come home to perfectly cooked beans.

Popcorn

A serving of potato chips costs around 40 cents, while a serving of popcorn costs around 11 cents. I always serve popcorn when my kids have their friends over!

Rice

Brown rice is a great source of fiber for around 18 cents per serving. White rice is even cheaper, but doesn't have much nutritional value.

Greens

Kale, spinach, and other greens can often be had for less than $1 per bunch. They're super healthy, and surprisingly filling!

Potatoes

Potatoes can be found for less than $1 per pound, which is around 33 cents a serving. They're super filling, and can be served as a side to almost anything!

Corn tortillas

A low cost, easy way to sneak in some grains. Use them to make tacos or quesadillas for a cheap, easy meal.

Bone-in meats

Bone-in cuts of meat are much cheaper than boneless. Cook the whole piece of meat the first night, and use left over meat for sandwiches all week, instead of pricey lunch meat, ($1/lb chicken instead of $8/lb lunch meat=winning!). Or use the leftover meat to make tacos, top a salad, top some noodles, etc…..When you've used up all the meat, use the bones to make soup!

Noodles

A box of noodles can be had for around $1. Top noodles with leftover a $2 jar of pasta sauce, and you've got a cheap dinner. Ramen is even cheaper, and can be topped with leftover protein for a yummy dinner.

Iced tea

Home brewed iced tea is a refreshing alternative to soda, at just 2 cents per glass. Soda costs around 25 cents a glass, so switching to tea is a huge savings. It's healthier, too!