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I've been buying more frozen vegetables than fresh lately. It lasts longer.
Though a small, personal thing I'm more concerned about is the fact that my work is still planning a potluck next week. Every trip to the grocery store is more stressful than they ever were before, as I've had to downsize my shopping list every month. The idea of spending money so I can be seen as a "team player" at the place that I go to make money in the first place is concerning. Most of my meals these days are simple sandwiches, because buying what I really want to buy has become too expensive. Although I don't want to rain on anyone's parade when they're trying to plan something fun, I might end up talking to a manager about it. I just can't justify spending extra money right now. (I am open to advice on how to handle this.)
Mac and Cheese, Bean Chili (no meat), Cucumber Salad and peach (or any fruit) cobbler are some cost effective dishes you could make that should be popular enough. Most can come out of a can.
Also bring some containers and prep yourself a nice lunch or dinner for the next day.
Talking to your manager about your financial situation is still a good call. Any reasonable manager should report the need for salary increases of employees struggle to entertain a pot luck. All the best to you!