Food City Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Wright Bacon (24 oz.): $5.00
- Swaggerty's Sausage Patties (30 ct.): $3.99
- Covington Farms Chicken Wings: $7.99
- Eckrich Smoked Sausage (12-14 oz.): $2.49
- Certified Angus Beef Top Sirloin Steak: $7.99
- Chicken Breast Tenders (Sanderson Farms): $2.99/lb
- Ground Chuck (80% lean, 3 lbs. or more): $5.99/lb
- Whole Boneless Pork Loin: $1.99/lb
- Cooked Shrimp (41/50 ct.): $8.99/lb
- Fresh Tilapia Fillets: $6.99/lb
- Boneless Pork Chops (center cut): $3.99/lb
- Certified Angus Beef Prime Top Sirloin Steak: $10.99/lb
- Jimmy Dean Sausage (16 oz.): $3.99
- Ball Park Beef Franks (14-15 oz.): $3.99
- Ball Park Meat Franks (15 oz.): $2.49
- Hormel Black Label Bacon (12 oz.): $4.99
- Hillshire Farm Beef Kielbasa (12 oz.): $4.99
- Hillshire Farm Smoked Sausage (14 oz.): $1.79

Vegetables on sale:
- Basket & Bushel Jumbo Baking Potatoes (8 lb.): $2.99
- Corn on the Cob (4 pk.): $2.99
- Fresh Express Cole Slaw (14 oz.): Buy 1 Get 1 Free
- Specialty Potatoes (Basket & Bushel, 24 oz.): $2/$6.00 ($3.00 each)
- Bananas: $0.59/lb

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheesy Backyard Burgers with Corn on the Cob
Description: Juicy homemade beef patties made from ground chuck, topped with melty American cheese and served on a soft bun - a classic kid-approved dinner that comes together fast. Two fresh ears of corn on the cob round out the plate for a fun, summery meal the whole family will love.
Sale items used: Ground Chuck ($5.99/lb - buy 1 lb.), Food Club American Singles ($1.69), Food City Buns BOGO ($1.99 for 2 packs, use 1), Corn on the Cob 4-pack ($2.99), Food Club Ketchup BOGO (free after buy 1), Food Club Mustard BOGO (free after buy 1)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Form 2 patties (about 1/2 lb. total ground chuck), 2 buns, 2 slices American cheese, 2 ears of corn - perfect for 2 people
Recipes:
- An Amazing Grilled Burger Recipe with Corn on the Cob
- Summer Street Corn Burgers with Pepper Jack & Lime Mayo
- Mexican Street Corn Burger (Elote Burger)

Tuesday
Meal: Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders with Baked Potatoes
Description: Sanderson Farms chicken breast tenders are lightly breaded and baked until golden and crispy - no frying needed and kids go absolutely crazy for them. Fluffy baked potatoes loaded with sour cream and shredded cheese make this a hearty, satisfying plate.
Sale items used: Chicken Breast Tenders Sanderson Farms ($2.99/lb - buy 1 lb.), Basket & Bushel Jumbo Baking Potatoes ($2.99 for 8 lb. bag - use 2 potatoes), Food Club Sour Cream ($1.99), Kraft Shredded Cheese ($3.49), Food Club Butter ($3.49)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use roughly 1 lb. chicken tenders split between 2 people, 1 large baking potato per person, top each potato with a dollop of sour cream, shredded cheese, and a pat of butter
Recipes:
- Baked Crispy Chicken and Potatoes – Giada
- Lemon-Rosemary Roasted Chicken Tenders with Potatoes
- One Pan Chicken and Potatoes 10 Minute Prep

Wednesday
Meal: Smoked Sausage and Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
Description: Sliced Hillshire Farm Smoked Sausage and bite-sized specialty potatoes are tossed together on one sheet pan and roasted until everything is golden and slightly crispy - easy cleanup and even easier eating. Kids love the mild, savory sausage flavor paired with soft roasted potatoes for a no-fuss weeknight win.
Sale items used: Hillshire Farm Smoked Sausage 14 oz. ($1.79), Specialty Potatoes Basket & Bushel 24 oz. ($3.00 for 1 bag), Food Club Butter ($3.49 - already purchased Tuesday)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use the full 14 oz. smoked sausage sliced into coins split between 2 people, use half the 24 oz. bag of specialty potatoes (save the rest), season simply with butter, salt, and pepper
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage and Potatoes {Crispy & Easy!}
- Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage and Potatoes - Meatloaf and Melodrama
- Sheet Pan Sausage and Potatoes

Thursday
Meal: Classic Homemade Hot Dogs with Baked Beans and Chips
Description: Ball Park Beef Franks grilled or pan-cooked and nestled in soft buns with ketchup, mustard, and American cheese make for a meal kids are always excited about. A warm side of Bush's Baked Beans and a handful of crunchy chips complete this backyard-style dinner that feels like a cookout any night of the week.
Sale items used: Ball Park Beef Franks 14-15 oz. ($3.99), Food City Buns BOGO (second pack free - already purchased Monday), Bush's Baked Beans ($2.49), Crav'n Flavor Potato Chips ($1.99), Food Club Ketchup and Mustard (already purchased Monday - BOGO), Food Club American Singles ($1.69 - already purchased Monday)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: 2 hot dogs per person (4 total from the pack, save remaining franks for another use), 1/2 can of baked beans each warmed on the stove, a generous handful of chips per person
Recipes:
- Hot Dogs and Beans Casserole
- Classic Frank and Bean Casserole
- Franks and Beans (Beans and Weenies)

Friday
Meal: Taco Night with Ground Beef and All the Toppings
Description: Seasoned ground chuck loaded into taco shells or tortillas with shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa is one of those meals kids will beg for every single week. Set up a simple taco bar with all the toppings and let the kids build their own - it makes dinner fun and interactive.
Sale items used: Ground Chuck ($5.99/lb - buy 1 lb.), Kraft Shredded Cheese ($3.49 - already purchased Tuesday), Food Club Sour Cream ($1.99 - already purchased Tuesday), Crav'n Flavor Salsa ($0.99), Food Club American Singles (already purchased - optional for extra cheesiness)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb. ground chuck makes approximately 6-8 tacos - plenty for 2 people with leftovers, use 3-4 taco shells per person, top with shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa
Recipes:
- Classic Ground Beef Taco Recipe (with Crispy Shells)
- Ground Beef Tacos {Easy 10 Minute Recipe!}
- The Crispy Ground Beef Tacos My Family Requests on Repeat

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Ground Chuck 80% lean (2 lbs. total, used Monday and Friday): $11.98
- Sanderson Farms Chicken Breast Tenders (1 lb.): $2.99
- Hillshire Farm Smoked Sausage 14 oz.: $1.79
- Ball Park Beef Franks 14-15 oz.: $3.99
- Corn on the Cob 4-pack: $2.99
- Basket & Bushel Jumbo Baking Potatoes 8 lb. bag: $2.99
- Specialty Potatoes Basket & Bushel 24 oz. (1 bag): $3.00
- Food Club American Singles 16 ct.: $1.69
- Kraft Shredded Cheese 7-8 oz.: $3.49
- Food Club Sour Cream 16 oz.: $1.99
- Food Club Butter 16 oz.: $3.49
- Food City Buns 8 ct. BOGO (buy 1 get 1 free, pay for 1): $1.99
- Food Club Ketchup 32 oz. BOGO (buy 1 get 1 free, pay for 1): $1.99
- Food Club Mustard 8 oz. BOGO (buy 1 get 1 free, pay for 1): price not listed - estimate $1.29
- Bush's Baked Beans 21.5-28 oz.: $2.49
- Crav'n Flavor Potato Chips 7.5-8.5 oz.: $1.99
- Crav'n Flavor Salsa 15-16 oz.: $0.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Taco seasoning packet (1 packet - pantry or buy for approx. $0.89)
- Taco shells or small flour tortillas (buy as needed - approx. $2.00-$2.99)
- Salt and black pepper (pantry staple)
- Garlic powder (pantry staple - for chicken tenders)
- Breadcrumbs or crushed crackers (pantry staple - for chicken tender coating)
- Egg (1 egg for chicken tender breading - pantry staple)
- Cooking spray or olive oil (pantry staple)

ESTIMATED TOTAL

Reviewing all "Buy on sale" items: Ground Chuck $11.98 + Chicken Tenders $2.99 + Smoked Sausage $1.79 + Ball Park Franks $3.99 + Corn $2.99 + Baking Potatoes $2.99 + Specialty Potatoes $3.00 + American Singles $1.69 + Shredded Cheese $3.49 + Sour Cream $1.99 + Butter $3.49 + Buns $1.99 + Ketchup $1.99 + Mustard $1.29 + Baked Beans $2.49 + Chips $1.99 + Salsa $0.99 = $54.13

Total: $54.13 for 2 people | $27.07 per person

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the national sales flyer and may vary by location. Check your local Food City store for actual pricing.