If you've ever wondered if you'd be better off making your favorite foods rather than buying them, you're not alone. Whether the reason is to know exactly what ingredients are in your favorite foods, to save money, or to attempt to be creative in the kitchen there can be benefits to whipping up your foods from scratch.
So how do you know when it's nutritionally advantageous or will save you a few dollars to DIY, and when it's better to buy?
Shape Magazine recently took a look at a handful of foods, from salsa to pasta sauce, and has some tips for when this choice comes up in your kitchen.
