I’ve often wondered if it would be more cost effective to make some pantry staples rather than buy them. I usually don’t give it much more thought than that because it’s usually just more convenient to spend a few more cents and not have to bother with it.

However, Slate recently researched the same idea and came back with a few pantry staples that might just be best to make yourself, and not just because it will save you money but because the quality and taste are so much better than store bought.
They tried out bagels (conclusion: make your own), cream …read more