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
$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:
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the middle.
- Brown the ground beef with garlic, then mix it with the scooped zucchini, cooked jasmine rice, and Italian seasoning.
- Stuff the zucchini halves with the mixture, top with cheese (optional), and bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes.
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:
- Cook the seasoned chicken thighs and set aside.
- Sauté the bell peppers and onions.
- On a tortilla, layer shredded cheese, chicken, and the sautéed veggies, then top with another tortilla.
- Cook on a skillet until golden and crispy on both sides.
- Cut into wedges and serve with salsa or sour cream.
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:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large oven-safe skillet, sauté the diced potatoes with broccoli until lightly browned.
- Whisk together the eggs, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Pour over the potato-broccoli mixture.
- Sprinkle crumbled bacon and cheddar cheese on top, then transfer to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the eggs are set.
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:
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil. Add the chicken thighs and cook until browned.
- Stir in bell peppers and soy sauce, cooking until tender. Serve over jasmine rice.
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:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté the garlic until fragrant. Add diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning, simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in drained tuna, and mix with the cooked pasta.
- 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.
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:
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef until browned, then stir in garlic and sliced zucchini.
- Add soy sauce and season with salt and pepper. Serve over jasmine rice.
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:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- 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.
- In the meantime, cook bacon until crispy and crumble it.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven, top with bacon and cheese.
- Bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Snack Ideas for Week 21:
- Pita chips with cream cheese and herbs: Light and savory.
- Sliced apples with peanut butter: Sweet and satisfying.
- Greek yogurt with granola and honey: Filling and refreshing.
- Carrot sticks with hummus: Healthy and crunchy.
- Popcorn
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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