I shop at Aldi for just myself and spend under $50 a week. Here 12 of my favorite things to buy.

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Jailynn TaylorJul 16, 2022, 18:05 IST
I shop at Aldi for just myself and spend under $50 a week. Here 12 of my favorite things to buy.

I grab staple ingredients, like rice and bread, at Aldi.Jailynn Taylor

  • I spend under $50 for my weekly grocery hauls at Aldi and have several staples I buy.
  • I grab convenient breakfasts and delicious meats for cheap from the budget grocery chain.
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Teriyaki sauce is the perfect addition to any stir-fry.

Teriyaki sauce is the perfect addition to any stir-fry.
Teriyaki is a sweet sauce.Jailynn Taylor

With my busy schedule, I try to eliminate any extra steps while cooking, including making sauces. This is my solution.

I go through a bottle of Fusia's teriyaki sauce at least once a month.

I use it over chicken, shrimp, and mixed-veggie stir-fries. It's a great way to level up a dish for only $2.75.

Watermelon and pineapple spears are a great, no-fuss fruit option.

Watermelon and pineapple spears are a great, no-fuss fruit option.
They are also great in fruit salad.Jailynn Taylor

Little Salad Bar's watermelon and pineapple spears are a great snack.

I've let fruit go bad because I didn't have time to cut it up, so this removes the hassle for just $2.59 a pack.

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I prefer Millville's generic marshmallow-and-stars cereal to the name brand.

I prefer Millville's generic marshmallow-and-stars cereal to the name brand.
Millville's marshmallow-and-stars cereal makes for an easy breakfast.Jailynn Taylor

This marshmallow-and-stars cereal is great for a quick breakfast or an afternoon snack.

I prefer this one's taste to the name-brand alternative, and it only costs $1.65.

I love that this barbecue pulled pork can be cooked in the microwave.

I love that this barbecue pulled pork can be cooked in the microwave.
Park Street Deli's pulled pork is great for sandwiches.Jailynn Taylor

Park Street Deli's pulled pork can be warmed up in the microwave, so it's an excellent buy for when you don't feel like cooking an elaborate meal.

Pair with it toasted brioche buns, a pickle slice, and wedged potatoes for a dinner of champions.

The convenient meat costs $6.15.

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Brioche buns practically melt in your mouth.

Brioche buns practically melt in your mouth.
Each pack of brioche costs about $5.Jailynn Taylor

Specially Selected's French brioche rolls are good for cold cuts and burgers. I lightly toast and pair them with the barbecue pulled pork.

They're also a great snack on their own.

A dozen costs $4.09.

Stonemill's seasoning mix is a great way to pack extra flavor in your homemade chili.

Stonemill's seasoning mix is a great way to pack extra flavor in your homemade chili.
Chili is a flavorful, versatile meal.Jailynn Taylor

I love how this seasoning adds extra flavor to my chilis without all of the guesswork.

I mix it with ground beef, corn, kidney beans, and peppers, then top it off with some sour cream and a side of cornbread.

Each pack sells for $0.48.

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This is the perfect frozen berry medley for juices and smoothies.

This is the perfect frozen berry medley for juices and smoothies.
This Season's Choice berry medley is a great alternative to fresh fruit.Jailynn Taylor

With my busy schedule, a lot of the fresh fruit I buy quickly goes bad. But I can make smoothies and juice bowls even weeks after purchasing this Season's Choice frozen medley.

The tropical blend also is just as good and is often sold out due to its popularity.

You can get both for $6.09 each.

Instant rice is a must-have for a quick, perfect batch.

Instant rice is a must-have for a quick, perfect batch.
Earthly Grains' instant rice cooks in five minutes.Jailynn Taylor

I am terrible at making rice, so Earthly Grains' instant alternative has made my life so much easier.

Simply add the amount of water the package says, and it cooks in five minutes. I can skip the trial and error of making regular rice.

A box costs $2.75.

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Honey granola is a staple for my yogurt and smoothie bowls.

Honey granola is a staple for my yogurt and smoothie bowls.
Simply Nature's honey granola is also a great snack on its own.Jailynn Taylor

Simply Nature's honey granola is a staple in my pantry.

Selling for $2.49 a bag, it's a great stand-alone snack or topper for smoothie bowls and yogurt parfaits.

I always grab a pack of mini muffins when I'm dashing to work.

I always grab a pack of mini muffins when I'm dashing to work.
These Baker's Treat muffin packs are easy to grab on the go.Jailynn Taylor

I try to eat breakfast every day, but I don't always have time to scramble eggs and flip pancakes.

These Baker's Treat mini blueberry muffins are a great substitute that I can throw in my purse.

They come in prepackaged servings of four muffins, and each box costs $2.45.

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Little Salad Bar's premade Caesar-salad kit is a versatile base.

Little Salad Bar's premade Caesar-salad kit is a versatile base.
Little Salad Bar's kit is easy to throw together.Jailynn Taylor

Premade Caesar salad is a great snack, side dish, or lunch if you add a protein like chicken.

This pack comes with both dressing and croutons.

I always hunt for foods that need minimal effort to prepare, and this kit allows me to be healthy and frugal for $3.19.

Simply Nature's organic packaged ground beef tastes very fresh.

Simply Nature's organic packaged ground beef tastes very fresh.
Simply Nature's ground beef is packaged as a pound.Jailynn Taylor

I'm very particular about how my ground beef looks, and I've found these organic vacuum-sealed packs taste the freshest and last the longest.

I often freeze my meat, so it needs to be packaged well.

Ground beef is the star of many of my dishes. And for $6.49 a pound, this option is always stocked in my fridge.

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