People Are Lapping Up This Yucky 'Garbage Soup' To Save Money [View all]

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A big bowl of “garbage soup” plus crackers or bread makes a super-frugal supper. Don’t have the recipe? Neither do I, because it’s different every time.

The basic premise: Over a period of weeks or months, you toss any leftover bits of veggies, meat, poultry, rice, mashed potatoes, or gravy into a bowl or bag in the freezer.

And it certainly keeps your dinner partners guessing. By definition, each batch is unique. It can never taste the same way twice because its ingredients vary so widely.

Here’s how you work with potage de garbage: Pour some stock (homemade or canned) and seasonings into a pan, with some canned tomatoes if you like. Simmer for 15 or 20 minutes, then add the contents of the freezer bag. Heat thoroughly and adjust the seasoning.

Dinner is served.

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