Cheap vs. Steep!: The Lidl Showdown
The Shopping Experience
Before we even got cooking, we had a little supermarket showdown. Picking up both the cheapest and the deluxe/branded versions from Lidl, we did some price comparisons right there in the shop. Some of the price gaps were pretty shocking, and some were… well, not much at all as you’ll see in the video! There was a moment where I had to really analyse ketchup though that i’ll never forget.
As usual, we kept track of the receipts, and throughout the video, we broke down the cost differences. Some were proper bargains, while others made us question if the premium version could actually be double or triple the price.
The Cooking Process
Once we got home, the real fun began. Mrs. B and I split up the cooking duties— I took the cheapest products, Mrs B, the deluxe/branded range. Let’s just say… some of them cooked up a little differently than expected.
- The prawns? A noticeable difference in size and texture.
- The steak? Budget steak always makes me nervous. But could it surprise us?
- Sticky toffee pudding? One of my favourite desserts, so expectations were HIGH, but was it custard?
Lots of fun, lots of laughs, and a few “Wait… is this the cheap one?” moments.
The Taste Test: Can Cheap Compete?
We did a proper side-by-side taste test and review. Some of the cheaper options held up surprisingly well, while others… let’s just say you get what you pay for.
We rated each dish on:
- Taste – The most important bit, obviously
- Value for money – Is it worth upgrading, or are you better off saving your cash?
Some results were exactly what we expected, while others were genuinely surprising. We won’t spoil it here—you’ll have to watch the video for the full verdict.
Final Thoughts: Worth Spending More?
So, after cooking, tasting, and breaking it all down—what’s the verdict? Well… let’s just say there were some clear winners, and a couple of unexpected upsets. Give peas a chance!
Watch the Full Video
Want to see how it all went down? Check out the full video above or right here. Here’s another favourite cheap vs steep too – brownies!
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