Creamy Polenta with Rich Vegetable Gravy. Delicious and aromatic. Cheap complete protein. No fat. Quick and easy. Invite all your vegan friends for dinner. $1.25 for a satisfying meal packed with protein, calcium, fiber, Vitamins B and C and iron.

Big flavor, light weight. Totally aromatic and delicious. Three flavors so strong and complementary you don't even need salt. $1 per person for a satisfyingly rich meal with a heavy dose of Vitamins A and C.

If you're trying to eat more fruits and vegetables and less meat, winter's tough. Way less variety at the farmers market. So take what ya got and spice it up. $25'll get you three blends that last for months and breathe new life into your winter diet.