It’s my secret ingredient for spicing up supper.

But lets be honest: Those last-minute meals can be a little … bland.

Thats why I always keep a can ofGreat Value diced jalapenosin my pantry.

Outside view of a Walmart store

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At just 88 cents, I never leave Walmart without stocking up on this item.

The jalapenos add heat to my Southwest rice and bean salad, chicken adobo soup, andtacos.

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Great Value Diced Jalapeno Peppers

Price:$0.88 for a 4-ounce can.

A can of Great Value brand diced jalapeno peppers

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The peppers add a perfectly balanced kick, ready whenever I need it.

That means I can swap them in for fresh jalapenos without mucking up my recipe.

Just pop pop pop the can, drain, and toss them into whatever youre making.

Another win is that the canned version consistently delivers great flavor.

It adds just the right amount of kick to most soups, stews, and salads.

Sure, fresh jalapenos are great when I have them.

But when I dont?

These cans are always there, waiting to save the day.

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