storecupboard essentials
As a vegan on a fairly small food budget, I have found that the decisions I make on the amount and quality of products in my pantry are vital to my health and bank balance. I find cooking therapeutic after a day at work, so I tend to buy raw ingredients rather than ready-meals. But I am only cooking for two, so this might not suit everyone. Here are some of the items I recommend having to hand…
Jenny Kiely
BEANS, CHICK PEAS, & LENTILS
There is a huge variety of tasty and nutritious dishes from around the world made utilising these few items. They are relatively cheap, filling, and packed full of goodness.
For those on a tight budget, buying beans loose or dried is the best option, as long as you remember to soak them, but just remember to pick through them for pieces of grit. I tend to buy them in tins or Tetrapaks as this reduces preparation and cooking time – important when you have a busy lifestyle!