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Scratch chili vs store-bought kit, which is actually cheaper in the long run?
I've been doing the math on my last 4 chili batches. The kit costs $6 but only feeds 4, while my scratch version with dried beans and canned tomatoes came to $9 but made 8 bowls, so the per-meal cost was way lower. Do you guys count leftovers as savings or just look at the upfront price?
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emmam891mo ago
How much does your time factor in though? Like if the scratch batch takes an extra hour of chopping, soaking, and simmering, is that hour worth the $3 you saved? If you'd otherwise be sitting on the couch it's basically free, but if you're skipping something else to cook, that changes the math. I track my chili cost per bowl too and scratch usually wins, but only when I'm already home doing other stuff. On a busy week the kit is cheaper for me once I count the time.
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