ALDI Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Oven-Baked Pork Spareribs with Baked Beans and Sweet Corn
Description: Tender oven-baked pork spareribs glazed with a simple sweet BBQ sauce make a fun, hands-on dinner that kids love to dig into. Served alongside warm baked beans and buttery sweet corn on the cob, this is a classic summer plate scaled perfectly for two.
Sale items used: Smithfield Fresh Pork Spareribs ($1.99/lb), ALDI Assorted Summer Baked Beans 15.5 oz. ($1.59), Sweet Corn 4-pack ($2.39)
Prep time: 20 minutes active, about 2.5 hours total (low and slow in oven)
Serving note: Use approximately 2 lbs of spareribs for 2 people (a half rack is a practical cut for a small household). Use 1 can of baked beans and 2 ears of corn from the 4-pack (save remaining 2 ears for Wednesday and Friday). Make-ahead tip: season and wrap ribs the night before; start baking by 3:30 PM for a 6 PM dinner.
Recipes:
- Easy Oven Pork Spare Ribs Recipe for Year-Round BBQ
- Pork Spare Ribs (Super Tender, BBQ Baked Ribs)

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet-Cooked Chicken Cheddar Bratwurst with Multicolored Peppers on Potato Rolls
Description: Juicy chicken cheddar bratwurst links are pan-seared in a skillet until golden, then nestled into soft potato sandwich rolls with sweet sauteed multicolored peppers. This is a kid-approved twist on a classic hot dog night that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Sale items used: Simply Nature Organic Chicken Cheddar Bratwurst 12 oz. ($4.95), Multicolored Peppers 3-pack ($2.29), L'oven Fresh Potato Sandwich Rolls 15 oz. ($1.99)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: One 12 oz. package contains approximately 4 links, giving 2 links per person. Use 1 to 1.5 peppers sliced thin from the 3-pack (save remaining peppers for snacking or lunches). Use 2 to 4 potato rolls as needed.

Wednesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Shrimp Skewers with Corn and Carrots
Description: Lightly seasoned frozen shrimp skewers are quickly pan-seared until pink and slightly crispy on the edges, making them a fun and easy protein kids enjoy. Served with a buttered ear of sweet corn and a handful of crunchy baby peeled carrots on the side for a colorful, balanced plate.
Sale items used: Fremont Fish Market Shrimp Skewers Assorted Varieties 8 oz. Frozen ($6.99), Sweet Corn 4-pack (already purchased Monday), Organic Baby Peeled Carrots 16 oz. ($1.49)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: One 8 oz. package of shrimp skewers is appropriate for 2 people as a main. Use 2 ears of corn saved from the Monday 4-pack. Serve approximately 1 cup of baby carrots between the two plates. Thaw shrimp skewers in the fridge the night before for best results.

Thursday
Meal: Seasoned Turkey Burgers on Brioche Buns with Baby Carrots
Description: Pre-seasoned frozen turkey burgers are cooked on a skillet or grill pan until juicy and served on pillowy brioche buns with simple kid-friendly toppings like ketchup, cheese, and lettuce. A side of crunchy baby carrots keeps the plate colorful and easy with no extra cooking needed.
Sale items used: Kirkwood Seasoned Turkey Burgers 32 oz. Frozen ($6.99), Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns 10.58 oz. ($3.99), Organic Baby Peeled Carrots 16 oz. (already purchased Wednesday)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: The 32 oz. package contains approximately 8 patties; cook 2 patties for this meal and freeze the rest for future use. Use 2 brioche buns. Serve remaining baby carrots from Wednesday's bag alongside. Optional: add a slice of pepper jack cheese from the dairy section if desired.
Recipes:
- Homemade Turkey Burgers
- Turkey Burger Recipe – Juicy, Flavorful and Easy to Make

Friday
Meal: Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs with Sweet Corn and Blueberries
Description: Boneless skinless chicken thighs are seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then baked until golden and juicy for a no-fuss kid-friendly dinner. Served with a buttery ear of sweet corn and a fresh bowl of blueberries on the side for a naturally sweet and colorful finish to the week.
Sale items used: Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs ($2.49/lb), Sweet Corn 4-pack (already purchased Monday), Blueberries 1 pint ($1.99)
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 35 minutes total (baking time included)
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of chicken thighs for 2 people (roughly 3 to 4 thighs). Freeze remaining thighs from the family pack for future meals. Use the last 2 ears of corn from the Monday 4-pack. Serve the full pint of blueberries split between two small bowls as a fresh side.
Recipes:
- Crispy Chicken Thighs with Blueberry Sauce

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Smithfield Fresh Pork Spareribs (2 lbs): $3.98
- ALDI Assorted Summer Baked Beans 15.5 oz. (x1 can): $1.59
- Sweet Corn 4-pack (x1 pack): $2.39
- Simply Nature Organic Chicken Cheddar Bratwurst 12 oz. (x1 pack): $4.95
- Multicolored Peppers 3-pack (x1 pack): $2.29
- L'oven Fresh Potato Sandwich Rolls 15 oz. (x1 pack): $1.99
- Fremont Fish Market Shrimp Skewers 8 oz. Frozen (x1 pack): $6.99
- Organic Baby Peeled Carrots 16 oz. (x1 bag): $1.49
- Kirkwood Seasoned Turkey Burgers 32 oz. Frozen (x1 pack): $6.99
- Specially Selected Brioche Burger Buns 10.58 oz. (x1 pack): $3.99
- Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (1 lb used this week): $2.49
- Blueberries 1 pint (x1 pint): $1.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or cooking oil (for skillet and baking)
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder
- BBQ sauce (for Monday ribs glaze)
- Butter (for corn)
- Ketchup and mustard (for Thursday burgers)
- Lettuce or other burger toppings as desired