I like to think of groceries like clothing.
There are some items, like trendy clothes, that expire over a certain amount of time. Just as jeggings will come and go, fruits and vegetables only last for a while before they “go out of style.”
On the other hand, there are “investment pieces” of clothing that can be worn through the decades seamlessly. Jeans that fit like they were practically custom made or a button down shirt that will help you land any job both fall into that category. I consider groceries like peanut butter and honey (which never expires) to be my culinary investments.
As college students, we need to be smart and realistic about our shopping, especially when it comes to food. Bananas and apples are intimidating because they have to be eaten a.s.a.p., but they add a fresh taste and nutrition value to ordinary items. Purchasing culinary investment pieces to mix ‘n match with a few trendy items will result in the creation of scrumptious snacks.
Here is a munching idea that employs both your trendy and investment groceries. Top a Caramel Corn Rice Cake with any of the following to make around 15 different combinations of a Jazzed Up Rice Cake.
Investments: Peanut Butter, honey, jelly, Nutella
Trendy: Yogurt, bananas, apples, berries
For example, imagine this:
- PB, honey and banana/apple (My favorite! Pictured.)
- PB, Nutella and banana
- PB and jelly
- Yogurt, banana and honey
- Yogurt and berries
- Or whatever you create!
