It makes dinner ridiculously easy.

But you know what else I have?

A stash of Progresso soups from ALDI.

Aldi sign

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They’re also tracking on the fiber front with anywhere from 6 to 16 (!)

This is the kind of convenience food I feel really good about feeding my family.

It’s not just about the numbersthese soups taste good.

Can of Progresso Mediterranean-Style Lentil, 24g Protein

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And at $2.18 a can, they’re a small fraction of the cost of takeout.

Pita bread and crumbled feta would make a knockout addition, too.

For extra protein, add some shreddedrotisserie chicken.

My pantry will always have room for dried beans and ready-to-eat soups because real life needs real solutions.

And sometimes, the best cooking strategy is the one that gets dinner on the table.

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