Hello @andrastia,
Nice comparison, and effective money-saving effort that's impressive.
The dish looks like great comfort food on a cold night... Looking closely at both recipes, I don't think there would be such a remarkable difference in taste, so saving a few dollars here on the cheaper alternative is definitely a winner.
I do believe in making every penny count more, and that's just what you've done here.
So here's something, especially for you, that you just might like:)