Meal Deals: Saving on Pasta

Most people love pasta, but add up the cost of the sauce and the pasta it can bust any budget. There are a few tricks to have a great Italian meal and not get indigestion from the cost.

When you think imports you think expensive, but you should change your thinking when it comes to pasta. The cheapest pasta you're likely to find is from Italy. Look for brands like Torino or La Molisana. The Italian government subsidizes pasta, reducing the price for all of us. The other option is to stay dry. If you buy fresh pasta it's going to cost you twice as much.

Here's another way to save cash. Think about making your own pasta sauce. it's really not as hard as I thought it was. All you need is a can of crushed tomatoes, herbs and a little olive oil.