14 Cheap (But Quality) Walmart Finds to Fill Your Pantry This Month

You might want to pack your pantry with new items as it gets colder and the holidays approach. Bakers are going to need plenty of ingredients for holiday baking and cooler temperatures mean you might want to stock up on soups and other items to keep you warm.

The good news is you don't need to go over budget to buy some quality ingredients and staple pantry items. Check out these options to help you save money on Walmart essentials that are top-quality this month.

Editor’s note: Prices are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $4.24

Try Walmart’s newest store brand, bettergoods, for unique items you can’t find at other stores.

Take the bettergoods Roasted Corn Salsa, for example, which comes packed with roasted corn, onions, cilantro, spices, lime juice, and more in a 16-ounce jar.

Price: $1.94

Peanut butter is a great option to have on hand for sandwiches, crackers, fruit, and plenty of recipes that may call for a little peanut butter for some extra flavor.

The Great Value Creamy Peanut Butter comes in a 16-ounce container, or you can try the crunchy version at the same price.

Price: $1.98 (on sale from $2.48)

It might be a good idea to start stocking up now for Thanksgiving, so you don’t have to scramble to find things for your Thanksgiving table.

Check out the Stove Top Cornbread Stuffing Mix in a 6-ounce box, so you’re ready for the holiday. You also may want to buy more than one box depending on the size of your celebration.

Price: $4.47

Start your morning off right with the Great Value Donut Shop Coffee Pods for an easy cup of coffee.

The coffee pods come in a pack of 12 pods, giving you the option for a few cups at home or mix and match them with other coffee pods from Walmart to give you a good variety to choose from each morning.

Price: $8.17

Sugar is an important part of many recipes, especially the ones you like to pull out for holiday baking.

Grab a 10-pound bag of Great Value Pure Granulated Sugar, so you’ll have plenty on hand for cookies, cakes, pies, and more for the holiday season.

Price: 98 cents

It’s good to have some pantry staples that you can grab for a quick and easy meal on a cold night in the autumn or winter.

Great Value Sloppy Joe Sauce comes in a 15-ounce can and is the perfect option to pair with some ground meat and make a filling meal that everyone in the family will enjoy.

Price: $2.98

Another Thanksgiving option you might want to stock up on now is gravy.

The Heinz HomeStyle Turkey Gravy Value Size comes in an 18-ounce jar so there should be plenty for everyone in your house for turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and more.

Price: $1.48

Toss this easy-to-make meal on your pantry shelf so you always have some on hand if you want a quick, warm meal.

The Great Value Premium Original Shells & Cheese comes in a 12-ounce package with a cheese packet included, so you don’t have to worry about having additional ingredients around, like milk or butter, to make it.

Price: $2.72

La Banderita Soft Taco Flour Tortillas are great if you want different options for your meals without buying different things.

Use the tortillas with some cheese for quesadillas, wrap up ingredients for a traditional burrito, or try them with cold cuts for a healthy wrap for lunch.

Price: 68 cents

Great Value Cream of Mushroom Condensed Soup is perfect on its own or you can stock up on it for recipes throughout the colder months.

Grab some cream of mushroom soup for pasta dishes or casseroles like green bean casserole for Thanksgiving or tuna noodle casserole with cans of tuna and a box of noodles that might also be in your pantry.

Price: $2.38

Flour is another great baking staple you’ll want on hand for baking needs over the next few months.

The Great Value All-Purpose Enriched Flour comes in different sizes, but this five-pound version may be good if you’re tight on space or don’t plan to make too many things soon.

Price: $3.38

Stock your pantry with some bagels for the morning that have a bit of a twist compared to your typical bagel bits.

The bettergoods Double Chocolate Bagels come in a package of five bagels so you’ll have plenty to try out for breakfast or any other time of the day.

Price: $2.16

It can be hard to have cloves of garlic on hand when you need them, so consider minced garlic instead.

The Great Value Minced Garlic in water comes in an 8-ounce container, making it easy to add a bit here and there whenever you need it as an ingredient.

Price: $2.62

Make an easy side for dinner, or add rice to any dish with a quick option that doesn’t take much work.

The Great Value Instant White Rice comes in a 28-ounce box so you’re sure to have plenty on hand whenever you need it for a side or to serve with stir fry and other dishes.

Walmart has some great options if you’re trying to save money on groceries while also stocking up on home goods, clothes, or other needs at your local store.

It also might be a good idea to check on Walmart+ to help you save additional money on grocery delivery and free shipping for pantry staples sent to your home as well as picking up extra savings for gas.