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Join us for the $75 Weekly Menu Plan for Week 17, where we bring you another week of affordable, delicious meals for your family. This week’s menu features fun, crowd-pleasing dishes like Pepperoni Pizza Sliders and comforting Goulash Chop Suey, offering a perfect balance of flavor and cost-effectiveness.
Each meal is designed to fit within a $75 budget while providing tasty and satisfying options for every day of the week. With a mix of new breakfast ideas, snack options, and versatile ingredients, this plan helps you make the most of your grocery list.
Let’s dive into Week 17, packed with delicious and creative budget-friendly meals!
$75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 17: (April 22, 2024 – April 28, 2024)
Weekly Grocery List (Walmart Prices)
Proteins:
- Ground Beef (1.5 lbs) – $6.00
- Pepperoni (8 oz) – $3.00
- Chicken Breasts (2 lbs) – $6.98
- Eggs (1 dozen) – $2.24
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (8 oz) – $2.00
Dairy:
- Milk (1 gallon) – $3.00
- Greek Yogurt (32 oz) – $3.00
- Butter (1 lb) – $2.98
- Cheddar Cheese (8 oz) – $2.00
Produce:
- Bananas (6 count) – $1.00
- Apples (3 lbs) – $4.00
- Romaine Lettuce (1 head) – $1.68
- Bell Peppers (3 count) – $3.28
- Onions (3 count) – $2.34
- Garlic (1 bulb) – $0.50
- Tomatoes (4 count) – $2.48
- Carrots (2 lbs) – $1.96
- Broccoli (1 head) – $1.69
- Green Onions (1 bunch) – $0.98
Pantry:
- Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (12 count) – $3.50
- Pasta (1 lb) – $1.00
- Jasmine Rice (2 lbs) – $2.00
- Canned Diced Tomatoes (two 15 oz cans) – $1.44
- Canned Tomato Sauce (two 8 oz cans) – $1.00
- Canned Black Beans (15 oz) – $0.72
- Chicken Broth (32 oz) – $1.22
- Olive Oil (16 oz) – $3.48
- Bread Crumbs – $2.00
Snacks/Extras:
- Granola Bars (12 count) – $2.88
- Pretzels (16 oz) – $2.00
- Crackers (10 oz) – $2.88
Total Estimated Cost: $75.23
$75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 17 (April 22, 2024 – April 28, 2024):
Monday, April 22:
- Breakfast: Greek yogurt with sliced bananas and honey 🍌
- Lunch: Chicken wraps with lettuce, shredded cheddar, and tomatoes 🌯
- Dinner: Pepperoni Pizza Sliders with a side of fresh carrots 🥪🥕
Ingredients:
- 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls ($3.50)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella ($1.00, from 8 oz)
- 1/2 package pepperoni (4 oz) ($1.50, from 8 oz)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Full Pepperoni Pizza Sliders Recipe Here
Tuesday, April 23:
- Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with toast and apples 🍏🍞
- Lunch: Leftover pizza sliders with carrot sticks 🥪🥕
- Dinner: Goulash Chop Suey with crusty bread 🍲
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef ($4.00, from 1.5 lbs)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (15 oz) ($0.72)
- 1 can tomato sauce (8 oz) ($0.50)
- 1/2 lb pasta (from 1 lb) ($0.50)
- 1 onion, diced (from 3 count) ($0.78)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (from 1 bulb) ($0.13)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Full Goulash Chop Suey Recipe Here
Wednesday, April 24:
- Breakfast: Greek yogurt with granola and sliced apples 🥣🍏
- Lunch: Tuna salad sandwiches with crackers 🥪
- Dinner: Chicken stir-fry with jasmine rice and bell peppers 🍲
Recipe:
- 2 chicken breasts ($3.49)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (from 3 count) ($1.09)
- 1 cup jasmine rice (from 2 lbs) ($0.50)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (from 1 bulb) ($0.13)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden.
- Stir in sliced bell peppers and cook until tender. Serve over jasmine rice.
Thursday, April 25:
- Breakfast: Waffles with sliced bananas and honey 🍌🥞
- Lunch: Leftover chicken stir-fry with jasmine rice 🍲
- Dinner: Cheesy beef and black bean quesadillas with salsa 🧀🌮
Recipe:
- 1/2 lb ground beef (from 1.5 lbs) ($2.00)
- 1 can black beans, drained ($0.72)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (from 8 oz) ($1.00)
- 4 tortillas (from 10 count) ($1.00)
Instructions:
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet, then stir in drained black beans.
- Layer the beef and black bean mixture between tortillas with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cook on a skillet until crispy and golden. Serve with salsa.
Friday, April 26:
- Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with spinach and toast 🍳
- Lunch: Leftover beef and bean quesadillas 🌯
- Dinner: Chicken and veggie pasta with garlic butter sauce 🍝
Recipe:
- 1 chicken breast (from earlier)
- 1/2 lb pasta (from 1 lb) ($0.50)
- 1 zucchini, sliced (from 3 count) ($0.84)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (from 1 bulb) ($0.13)
- 1 tbsp butter (from 1 lb) ($0.18)
Instructions:
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add sliced zucchini and cook until tender.
- Stir in cooked chicken and pasta, tossing to coat in the garlic butter sauce. Serve hot.
Saturday, April 27:
- Breakfast: Greek yogurt with granola and honey 🥣
- Lunch: Tuna salad on crackers with apple slices 🍏
- Dinner: Chicken fajitas with bell peppers and onions 🌮
Recipe:
- 1 chicken breast (from earlier)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (from earlier) ($1.09)
- 1 onion, sliced (from 3 count) ($0.78)
- 4 tortillas (from 10 count) ($1.00)
Instructions:
- In a skillet, cook sliced bell peppers and onions until softened.
- Add chicken breast and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and fajita seasoning if available.
- Serve the mixture in warm tortillas with your choice of salsa, sour cream, or cheese.
Sunday, April 28:
- Breakfast: Apple Streusel Muffins 🍏🥞
- Lunch: Leftover chicken fajitas 🌮
- Dinner: Vegetarian chili with black beans, diced tomatoes, and bell peppers 🌶️
Recipe:
- 1 can black beans, drained (15 oz) ($0.72)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (15 oz) ($0.72)
- 1 bell pepper, diced (from earlier) ($1.09)
- 1 onion, diced (from 3 count) ($0.78)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (from 1 bulb) ($0.13)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (from pantry)
- 1 cup vegetable broth (from pantry)
- Chili seasoning (from pantry)
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté garlic, onion, and diced bell pepper until softened.
- Add black beans, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Stir in chili seasoning.
- Simmer for 20-25 minutes until flavors are combined. Serve with tortilla chips or bread.
Snack Ideas for Week 17:
- Cinnamon-roasted chickpeas: Crispy, sweet, and packed with protein.
- Apple nachos: Sliced apples drizzled with peanut butter and sprinkled with granola.
- Stuffed mini bell peppers: Mini bell peppers filled with cream cheese and herbs for a crunchy, creamy snack.
- Cucumber and avocado salad bites: Diced avocado and cucumber with a squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of sea salt.
- Greek yogurt parfait with berries and nuts: Layers of yogurt, mixed berries, and crunchy nuts for a satisfying, refreshing snack.
Tips for Week 17:
- Repurpose leftovers: Use leftover proteins like chicken and ground beef in wraps, quesadillas, or stir-fries.
- Meal prep: Cook extra rice, pasta, or beans early in the week for quick lunches and dinners later on.
- Try new snacks: Incorporate fresh options like apple slices with peanut butter or carrot sticks with hummus for a tasty break from routine.
- Stick to the budget: Look for sales on proteins and produce to maximize your grocery list while keeping meals varied and delicious.
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