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$75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 21 (May 20, 2024 – May 26, 2024)

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Welcome to the $75 Weekly Menu Plan for Week 21. This week’s menu introduces even more delicious, budget-friendly meals, with every snack option carefully planned to match ingredients on hand. With easy-to-follow recipes, this plan ensures your family enjoys a variety of meals while staying on budget.

Let’s jump into Week 21 with exciting meal options that keep your grocery bill low and your taste buds happy!


$75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 21: (May 20, 2024 – May 26, 2024)


Weekly Grocery List (Walmart Prices)

Proteins:

  • Ground Beef (1 lb) – $5.00
  • Chicken Thighs (2 lbs) – $5.94
  • Eggs (1 dozen) – $2.24
  • Canned Tuna (2 cans, 5 oz each) – $2.00
  • Bacon (12 oz) – $4.98

Dairy:

  • Milk (1 gallon) – $3.00
  • Greek Yogurt (32 oz) – $3.00
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese (8 oz) – $2.00
  • Butter (1 lb) – $2.98
  • Cream 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
  • Zucchini (3 count) – $2.52
  • Tomatoes (4 count) – $2.48
  • Potatoes (5 lbs) – $3.00
  • Onions (3 count) – $2.34
  • Garlic (1 bulb) – $0.50
  • Broccoli (1 head) – $1.69
  • Carrots (2 lbs) – $1.96

Pantry:

  • Jasmine Rice (2 lbs) – $2.00
  • Pasta (1 lb) – $1.00
  • Chicken Broth (32 oz) – $1.22
  • Canned Diced Tomatoes (two 15 oz cans) – $1.44
  • Olive Oil (16 oz) – $3.48
  • Tortillas (10 count) – $2.00
  • Bread Crumbs – $2.00
  • Soy Sauce (10 oz) – $1.64
  • Honey (from previous weeks)

Seasonings:

  • Salt (from pantry)
  • Pepper (from pantry)
  • Garlic powder (from pantry)
  • Italian seasoning – $1.00
  • Paprika – $1.00

Snacks/Extras:

  • Pita Chips (12 oz) – $2.88
  • Granola Bars (12 count) – $2.88
  • Dried Fruit (8 oz) – $3.00

Total Estimated Cost: $83.13

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$75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 21 (May 20, 2024 – May 26, 2024)


Monday, May 20:

  • Breakfast: Greek yogurt with sliced bananas and honey 🍌🍯
  • Lunch: Chicken and veggie wraps with romaine lettuce, shredded cheddar, and bell peppers 🌯
  • Dinner: Stuffed zucchini Boats🍲

Recipe:

  • 1 lb ground beef ($5.00)
  • 2 zucchinis, sliced (from 3 count) ($1.68)
  • 1 cup jasmine rice (from 2 lbs) ($0.50)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (from 1 bulb) ($0.13)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (from pantry)
  • Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (from seasonings)

Instructions:

  1. Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
  2. Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the middle.
  3. Brown the ground beef with garlic, then mix it with the scooped zucchini, cooked jasmine rice, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Stuff the zucchini halves with the mixture, top with cheese (optional), and bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes.

stuffed zucchini boats weekly meal plan


Tuesday, May 21:

  • Breakfast: Breakfast Burrito with Scrambled Eggs 🍳🍏
  • Lunch: Leftover beef stir-fry wraps 🌯
  • Dinner: Chicken & Bell Pepper Quesadillas 🌮

Recipe:

  • 1 lb chicken thighs ($2.97)
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced (from 3 count) ($1.09)
  • 1 onion, sliced (from 3 count) ($0.78)
  • 4 tortillas (from 10 count) ($1.00)
  • Salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder (from seasonings)

Instructions:

  1. Cook the seasoned chicken thighs and set aside.
  2. Sauté the bell peppers and onions.
  3. On a tortilla, layer shredded cheese, chicken, and the sautéed veggies, then top with another tortilla.
  4. Cook on a skillet until golden and crispy on both sides.
  5. Cut into wedges and serve with salsa or sour cream.

chicken bell pepper quesadillas weekly meal plan


Wednesday, May 22:

  • Breakfast: Greek yogurt with dried fruit and granola 🥣
  • Lunch: Tuna salad sandwiches with pita chips 🥪
  • Dinner: Bacon, Cheddar, and Broccoli Potato Frittata 🥔🧀

Recipe:

  • 4 medium  baked potatoes (from 5 lbs) ($1.20)
  • 4 slices bacon (from 12 oz) ($1.66)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (from 8 oz) ($1.00)
  • 1 head broccoli, chopped ($1.69)
  • 6 eggs ($1.00 from 12 count)
  • Salt, pepper, and garlic powder (from seasonings)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large oven-safe skillet, sauté the diced potatoes with broccoli until lightly browned.
  2. Whisk together the eggs, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Pour over the potato-broccoli mixture.
  3. Sprinkle crumbled bacon and cheddar cheese on top, then transfer to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the eggs are set.

bacon cheddar and broccoli potato frittata weekly meal plan


Thursday, May 23:

  • Breakfast: Just Middles
  • Lunch: Leftover baked potatoes with bacon and cheddar cheese 🥔
  • Dinner: Chicken stir-fry with jasmine rice and bell peppers 🍲

Recipe:

  • 1 lb chicken thighs ($2.97)
  • 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 soy sauce (from pantry)
  • Salt and pepper (from seasonings)

Instructions:

  1. Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil. Add the chicken thighs and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in bell peppers and soy sauce, cooking until tender. Serve over jasmine rice.

just middes weekly meal plan


Friday, May 24:

  • Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with spinach and toast 🍳🍞
  • Lunch: Leftover chicken stir-fry wraps 🌯
  • Dinner: Tuna Tomato Casserole 🍝

Recipe:

  • 1/2 lb pasta ($0.50 from 1 lb)
  • 2 cans tuna, drained ($2.00)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (15 oz) ($0.72)
  • 2 tbsp butter ($0.18 from 1 lb)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional) ($1.00 from 8 oz)
  • Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (from pantry)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté the garlic until fragrant. Add diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning, simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in drained tuna, and mix with the cooked pasta.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish, top with shredded cheese (optional), and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

tuna pasta bake weekly meal plan


Saturday, May 25:

  • Breakfast: Greek yogurt with granola and honey 🥣🍯
  • Lunch: Tuna salad with pita chips 🥗
  • Dinner: Ground beef and veggie stir-fry with jasmine rice 🍲

Recipe:

  • 1 lb ground beef ($5.00)
  • 2 zucchinis, sliced (from earlier) ($1.68)
  • 1 cup jasmine rice (from 2 lbs) ($0.50)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (from 1 bulb) ($0.13)
  • Salt, pepper, and soy sauce (from pantry)

Instructions:

  1. Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, cook the ground beef until browned, then stir in garlic and sliced zucchini.
  3. Add soy sauce and season with salt and pepper. Serve over jasmine rice.

ground beef stir fry with carrots ad brocoli weekly meal plan


Sunday, May 26:

  • Breakfast: Pancakes with apple slices and honey 🍏🥞
  • Lunch: Leftover ground beef stir-fry wraps 🌯
  • Dinner: Cheddar Bacon Casserole  🥔

Recipe:

  • 4 medium potatoes (from 5 lbs) ($1.20)
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (from 12 oz) ($1.66)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (from 8 oz) ($1.00)
  • 2 tbsp butter (from 1 lb) ($0.18)
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • Salt, pepper, and garlic powder (from seasonings)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Slice the potatoes and place in a 9×13 baking dish, season with salt, pepper and a dash of garlic powder. Top with onion slices. Bake 25 minutes.
  3. In the meantime, cook bacon until crispy and crumble it.
  4. Remove the potatoes from the oven, top with bacon and cheese.
  5. Bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

bacon cheese casserole weekly meal plan 1


Snack Ideas for Week 21:

  1. Pita chips with cream cheese and herbs: Light and savory.
  2. Sliced apples with peanut butter: Sweet and satisfying.
  3. Greek yogurt with granola and honey: Filling and refreshing.
  4. Carrot sticks with hummus: Healthy and crunchy.
  5. Popcorn

carrot sticks with homemade hummus weekly meal plan


Tips for Week 21:

  • Repurpose leftovers: Use extra portions of stir-fries or meats for wraps or easy lunches throughout the week.
  • Customize snacks: Utilize ingredients like Greek yogurt, apples, and pita chips to create varied, delicious snacks.
  • Watch for sales: Maximize your budget by taking advantage of sales on proteins and pantry staples.
  • Use seasonings to boost flavor: Spices like garlic powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning can make simple meals pop with flavor.

This Week 21 meal plan provides a wide variety of dishes and creative snack ideas while staying within a $75 budget. With clearly defined ingredients, every meal is designed to be affordable, flavorful, and satisfying for the whole family.

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