Here's reason to buy in bulk and make your own trail mix at home. "To still save a buck or two, I like to purchase dried pulses, like black beans, chickpeas, lentils, and the like. Not only can you get more for your dollar, but you can also prep a big batch ahead of time in your Instant Pot and portion them so they are just as easy as a canned pulse to pull out for a quick-fix meal midweek," says Elizabeth Ann Shaw, MS, RDN, CLT, CPT, to POPSUGAR.