Join us for the $75 Weekly Menu Plan for Week 22, where we continue delivering balanced, budget-friendly meals your family will love. This week includes flavorful dishes like Smothered Hamburger Steaks with Gravy and a sweet treat—Cinna-Bun Cake—to enjoy throughout the week.
Let’s dive into Week 22 with a well-rounded selection of meals and snacks that fit perfectly into your budget!
$75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 22: (May 27, 2024 – June 2, 2024)
Weekly Grocery List (Walmart Prices)
Proteins:
- Ground Beef (1.5 lbs) – $7.50
- Chicken Breasts (2 lbs) – $6.98
- Eggs (1 dozen) – $2.24
- Bacon (12 oz) – $4.98
Dairy:
- Milk (1 gallon) – $3.00
- Greek Yogurt (32 oz) – $3.00
- Butter (1 lb) – $2.98
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese (8 oz) – $2.00
- Cream Cheese (8 oz) – $2.00
Produce:
- Bananas (6 count) – $1.00
- Apples (3 lbs) – $4.00
- Onions (3 count) – $2.34
- Bell Peppers (3 count) – $3.28
- Potatoes (5 lbs) – $3.00
- Carrots (2 lbs) – $1.96
- Garlic (1 bulb) – $0.50
- Broccoli (1 head) – $1.69
- Romaine Lettuce (1 head) – $1.68
- Fresh Spinach (bag) – $2.00
Pantry:
- All-Purpose Flour (5 lbs) – $2.00
- Brown Sugar (1 lb) – $1.00
- White Sugar (4 lbs) – $2.00
- Cinnamon – $1.00
- Chicken Broth (32 oz) – $1.22
- Jasmine Rice (2 lbs) – $2.00
- Pasta (1 lb) – $1.00
- Olive Oil (16 oz) – $3.48
- Canned Diced Tomatoes (two 15 oz cans) – $1.44
- Bread Crumbs – $2.00
Seasonings:
- Salt (from pantry)
- Pepper (from pantry)
- Garlic powder (from pantry)
- Paprika – $1.00
- Onion powder – $1.00
Snacks/Extras:
- Granola Bars (12 count) – $2.88
- Dried Fruit (8 oz) – $3.00
- Popcorn Kernels (16 oz) – $1.98
Total Estimated Cost: $83.13
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$75 Weekly Menu Plan Week 22 (May 27, 2024 – June 2, 2024):
Monday, May 27:
- Breakfast: Greek yogurt with sliced bananas and honey 🍌🍯
- Lunch: Chicken wraps with romaine lettuce, shredded cheddar, and bell peppers 🌯
- Dinner: Smothered Hamburger Steaks with Gravy served with mashed potatoes and broccoli 🍖🥔🥦
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef ($5.00)
- 1 onion, diced (from 3 count) ($0.78)
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs (from pantry)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (from 1 bulb) ($0.13)
- 4 medium potatoes (from 5 lbs) ($1.00)
- 1/2 head broccoli, steamed ($0.85)
- Chicken broth (from pantry)
- Flour, butter, salt, pepper, onion powder (from seasonings and pantry)
Instructions:
- Full Smothered Hamburger Steaks with Gravy Recipe Here
- Serve the hamburger steaks with mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli.
Tuesday, May 28:
- Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with toast and apple slices 🍳🍞🍏
- Lunch: Leftover hamburger steak wraps with lettuce and cheddar cheese 🌯
- Dinner: Chicken & Veggie Fried Rice 🍲
Recipe:
- 1 lb chicken, diced
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice $0.50 (from 2 lbs bag)
- 1 head broccoli, chopped $1.69
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced $0.50 (from 2 lbs bag)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced $0.13 (from 1 bulb)
- 1 tbsp olive oil $0.22 (from 16 oz bottle)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs (from fridge) $0.37 (from 1 dozen)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (optional, from pantry) $0.10 (optional)
- 1 tsp chili flakes (optional, for a kick) $0.05 (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart, until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- Push the chicken to one side of the skillet. Crack the eggs into the empty space and scramble them until cooked through.
- Add the sliced carrots and chopped broccoli to the skillet, and stir-fry everything together for 4-5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the cooked rice and soy sauce. Mix well, and continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to crisp up the rice.
- If desired, sprinkle with chili flakes for a bit of heat. Serve hot!
Wednesday, May 29:
- Breakfast: Cinna-Bun Cake Recipe with fresh fruit 🍰🍌
- Lunch: Chicken salad wraps with romaine lettuce and shredded cheddar 🌯
- Dinner: Spaghetti with diced tomatoes and garlic butter sauce 🍝
Recipe:
- 1/2 lb pasta (from 1 lb) ($0.50)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (15 oz) ($0.72)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (from 1 bulb) ($0.13)
- 2 tbsp butter (from 1 lb) ($0.18)
- Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (from seasonings)
Instructions:
- Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add diced tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce and serve hot.
Thursday, May 30:
- Breakfast: Pancakes 🥞
- Lunch: Leftover spaghetti with diced tomatoes 🍝
- Dinner: Bacon and cheddar-stuffed potatoes with sautéed spinach 🥔🧀
Recipe:
- 4 medium potatoes (from 5 lbs) ($1.20)
- 4 slices bacon, crumbled (from 12 oz) ($1.66)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (from 8 oz) ($1.00)
- 1/2 bag spinach, sautéed ($1.00)
- Salt, pepper, and garlic powder (from seasonings)
Instructions:
- Bake the potatoes for 45 minutes at 400°F.
- Cook the bacon until crispy and crumble.
- Mix the baked potato flesh with crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, and seasonings. Return the mixture to the potato skins and bake for 10 more minutes. Serve with sautéed spinach.
Friday, May 31:
- Breakfast: Homemade Muffins
- Lunch: Tuna salad with pita chips 🥗
- Dinner: Chicken fajitas with bell peppers and onions 🌮
Recipe:
- 1 lb chicken breasts ($3.49)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (from 3 count) ($1.09)
- 1 onion, sliced (from 3 count) ($0.78)
- 4 tortillas (from 10 count) ($1.00)
- Chicken Fajita Seasoning Mix
Instructions:
- In a skillet, cook the chicken breasts until browned.
- Add sliced bell peppers and onions and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Cook until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Serve the fajita mixture in warm tortillas with your choice of salsa, cheese, or sour cream.
Saturday, June 1:
- Breakfast: Greek yogurt with sliced bananas and granola 🍌🥣
- Lunch: Leftover chicken fajitas 🌯
- Dinner: Zucchini Beef Soup 🍲
Recipe:
- 1 lb ground beef ($5.00)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (from earlier) ($1.09)
- 1 zucchini, sliced (from earlier) ($0.84)
- 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
- 4 cups Beef Broth
Instructions:
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- Brown the ground beef with garlic, then add sliced zucchini.
- Add 3-4 cups of broth, cooked jasmine rice, and Italian seasoning.
- Simmer until the zucchini is tender and the soup is flavorful.
Sunday, June 2:
- Breakfast: Overnight Oats with Dried Fruit 🍏
- Lunch: Leftover beef stir-fry wraps 🌯
- Dinner: Chicken and veggie pasta with garlic butter sauce 🍝
Recipe:
- 1 lb chicken breasts ($3.49)
- 1/2 lb pasta (from 1 lb) ($0.50)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (from 1 bulb) ($0.13)
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (from earlier) ($1.09)
- 1 zucchini, sliced (from earlier) ($0.84)
- 2 tbsp butter (from 1 lb) ($0.18)
- Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (from seasonings)
Instructions:
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add sliced chicken breasts and cook until browned.
- Stir in bell pepper and zucchini, cooking until tender.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the garlic butter sauce and chicken. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Serve hot.
Snack Ideas for Week 22:
- Cinna-Bun Cake slices: A sweet and satisfying treat.
- Sliced apples with peanut butter: Nutty and refreshing.
- Greek yogurt with granola and honey: Filling and energizing.
- Carrot sticks with cream cheese dip: Crunchy and savory.
- Popcorn with a sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar: A sweet and light snack.
Tips for Week 22:
- Leftover creativity: Use leftover chicken or stir-fry for wraps or salads to save time and money.
- Budget-friendly baking: Enjoy homemade treats like Cinna-Bun Cake to satisfy sweet cravings while staying within your budget.
- Customize your meals: Adjust seasonings and vegetables based on your family’s preferences and what’s available.
- Make-ahead snacks: Prep snacks like Cinna-Bun Cake and carrot sticks in advance for quick, easy options throughout the week.
This Week 22 meal plan includes a variety of delicious recipes, including new dishes like Smothered Hamburger Steaks with Gravy and Cinna-Bun Cake, while staying within the $75 budget. With a balanced mix of hearty dinners, fresh snacks, and sweet treats, your family will enjoy every meal.
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