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Cake day: February 6th, 2026

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  • Yes, lentils are a decent substitute and quite healthy. I also tried soy chunks that you soak in broth for some time before adding to the sauce. These will benefit from a lot of time in the sauce and then are quite nice and a bit chunkier than lentils.

    Neither will be as good as the original ground pork/beef that goes in a proper Italian bolognese. But I do like both versions enough to make a meat free version 8/10 times


  • 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!