The local Dollar Tree has become one of my regular stops just to check on what they are currently stocking. Latest find was New Orleans style Red Beans and Rice mix in a box from Chef Karlin, company in Illinois. Feeds 4 (or least 3 adults) for $1.00. Bought one box, brought it home and fixed it. Really good. Went back and bought their last remaining 5 boxes. Should also be good with some chicken or sausage.
Pkg of 5 Ramen Noodles are also $1.00 but they do have trouble keeping them in stock. Now have a year’s supply!
I don’t know if they have 99 Cent Only stores where you are, but if they do check it out. It’s like Dollar Tree on steroids, much more orented towards food, including fresh fruits and veg.