Hamburger and chips Fact or fiction? Junk food is cheaper

Fast food is NOT cheaper: NYT

With fast food prices ridiculously low – every chain has a dollar menu, it seems – it’s not surprising that so many people believe junk food is cheaper than healthy grub. But it’s not, says a recent New York Times article:

In general, despite extensive government subsidies, hyperprocessed food remains more expensive than food cooked at home.

The writer compares the price of a McDonald’s meal for four with a home-cooked chicken dinner and a home-cooked rice and beans dinner. Guest how much more expensive fast food is???

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beef broccoli 300x199 Recipes for easy weeknight dinners

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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.

The start of fall brings hectic school schedules, but you don’t have to give up family dinner time. Here are two delicious meals for easy baked fish and beef stir fry that you can put together in minutes.

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