Giant Vegetarian Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- 8-Piece Dark Meat Chicken: $4.49 each
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken: $4.49 each
- Assorted Pork Chops: $4.49 each
- Fresh Chicken Wings: $2.99/lb
- Perdue Chicken Thighs: $2.99/lb
- Flaken-Style Short Ribs: $7.99/lb
- Giant Smoked or Fresh Dinner Sausage: $3.99 each
- Gilbert's Chicken Sausage: $3.99 each
- EZ Peel Shrimp: $11.98 for 2 lb. bag
- Nature's Promise Medium Shrimp Ring: $5.99 each
- Lloyd's Barbeque Co. Shredded Chicken or Pork: $3.99 each
- Oscar Mayer Beef Franks: $3.99 each
- 80% Lean Ground Beef Patties: $4.99/lb
- Boar's Head Slow Smoked Turkey Breast: $7.99/lb
- Fresh Split Chicken Breast: $2.99/lb
- Whole Pork Picnic Roast: $1.99/lb
- Giant Chicken Party Wings: $2.99 each
- Cedar Bay By the Sea Air Fryer Meals: $4.99 each
- C.Wirthy & Co. Salmon: $7.99 each
- Giant Bagged Fillets: $5.99 each
- Extra Large Cooked Cocktail Shrimp: $9.99 each
- Perdue Shortcuts: $4.99 each
- Oscar Mayer Fun Pack Lunchables: $3.99 each
- Land O'Frost Lunchmeat: $3.99 each
- Wiltshire Reserve Lunchmeat: $2.49 each
- Nathan's Beef Franks: $4.99 each

Vegetables on sale:
- California Peaches: $2.99/lb
- Northwestern Bag Cherries: $2.99/lb
- Golden Pineapple: $3.99 each
- Nectarines or Plums: $1.99/lb
- Vine Ripe Tomatoes: $1.99/lb
- Beefsteak Tomatoes: $4.18/lb
- Vidalia Onions: $1.99/lb
- Nature's Promise Organic Lemons or Limes: $2.99 for 3 ct pkg
- Giant Peeled Baby Cut Carrots: $1.99 for 2 lb. bag
- Giant Green Beans or Brussels Sprouts: $2.99/lb
- Nature's Promise Organic Grape Tomatoes: $3.99 each
- Iceberg Lettuce: $1.99 each
- Nature's Promise Organic Green Beans: $2.99 each
- Sweet Corn: $1.99 for 5 ct tray
- Nature's Promise Salad Blend: $1.99 each
- Taste of Inspirations Angel Sweet or Wild Wonders Tomatoes: $1.99 each

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baked Giant Pasta with Prego Sauce and BelGioioso Fresh Mozzarella
Description: A hearty baked pasta dish sized for two, using one box of Giant pasta tossed with a jar of Prego sauce and topped with sliced BelGioioso fresh mozzarella, then baked until bubbly and golden. This is a satisfying, protein-rich vegetarian dinner that comes together with minimal effort and maximum comfort.
Sale items used: Giant Pasta ($0.99), Prego Sauce ($1.99), BelGioioso Fresh Mozzarella ($4.99)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use 8 oz (half a box) of Giant pasta and one jar of Prego sauce; one package of BelGioioso fresh mozzarella is plenty for two generous servings. Bake at 375 degrees F for about 20 minutes after boiling the pasta - you can boil the pasta up to a day ahead and refrigerate it to cut active dinner time in half.
Recipes:
- Easy Weeknight Baked Pasta with Fresh Mozzarella

Tuesday
Meal: Skillet-Scrambled Egg and Vine Ripe Tomato Tacos with Mission Carb Balance Tortillas
Description: Fluffy scrambled eggs cooked with diced vine ripe tomatoes and a pinch of seasoning are spooned into warm Mission Carb Balance tortillas for a quick, protein-packed vegetarian taco night. Two people can each enjoy two to three tacos, making this a filling and budget-friendly weeknight dinner.
Sale items used: Vine Ripe Tomatoes ($1.99/lb), Mission Carb Balance Tortillas ($2.99)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Buy approximately 0.5 lb of vine ripe tomatoes (about $1.00 worth) for two generous servings; use 4 to 6 eggs total from your pantry. One pack of Mission Carb Balance tortillas provides plenty of wraps for two people with leftovers for the week.
Recipes:
- Scrambled Egg Tacos Recipe | McCormick
- Easy Scrambled Eggs With Tortilla (Mexican Migas) - Hello Savory Kitchen

Wednesday
Meal: MorningStar Farms Veggie Burgers on Nature's Own Rolls with Iceberg Lettuce and Vine Ripe Tomatoes
Description: Crispy pan-seared or grilled MorningStar Farms veggie burger patties are stacked on soft Nature's Own rolls and loaded with crisp iceberg lettuce and fresh vine ripe tomato slices. This is a classic, satisfying burger night that is completely vegetarian and ready in under 20 minutes.
Sale items used: MorningStar Farms Burgers ($2.99), Nature's Own Bread or Rolls (BOGO), Iceberg Lettuce ($1.99), Vine Ripe Tomatoes ($1.99/lb)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: One package of MorningStar Farms veggie burgers contains enough patties for two people (two patties each); buy one pack of Nature's Own Rolls and get a second free with the BOGO deal. Buy approximately 0.5 lb of vine ripe tomatoes (about $1.00 worth) for two burgers; use a few leaves from one head of iceberg lettuce.

Thursday
Meal: Cottage Cheese and Roasted Brussels Sprouts Bowl with Giant Parmesan Cheese over Giant Pasta
Description: Tender roasted Brussels sprouts are tossed with al dente Giant pasta, then topped with creamy Breakstone's cottage cheese and a generous shower of Giant Parmesan for a protein-rich, savory vegetarian bowl. The combination of cottage cheese and Parmesan provides a satisfying, high-protein finish that makes this simple dish feel hearty and complete.
Sale items used: Giant Green Beans or Brussels Sprouts ($2.99/lb), Giant Pasta ($0.99), Breakstone's Cottage Cheese ($2.99), Giant Parmesan Cheese ($1.99)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Buy approximately 0.75 lb of Brussels sprouts (about $2.24 worth) for two bowls; use 6 to 8 oz of Giant pasta (half a box). One container of Breakstone's cottage cheese and one canister of Giant Parmesan are both sized well for two servings with a little left over. Roast the Brussels sprouts at 400 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes while the pasta boils.
Recipes:
- Parmesan Brussel Sprouts - Skinnytaste

Friday
Meal: California Pizza Kitchen or DiGiorno Detroit Style Pizza with Nature's Promise Salad Blend Side Salad
Description: A restaurant-quality frozen pizza baked to perfection is paired with a crisp, fresh side salad made from Nature's Promise Salad Blend for a relaxed end-of-week dinner for two. Choose a vegetarian variety of California Pizza Kitchen or DiGiorno Detroit Style pizza and let the oven do the work while you toss the salad.
Sale items used: California Pizza Kitchen or DiGiorno Detroit Style Pizza ($5.99), Nature's Promise Salad Blend ($1.99)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: One frozen pizza is the right size for two people as a main dish; one bag of Nature's Promise Salad Blend is plenty for two side salads. Check the pizza label to confirm a vegetarian variety (such as cheese or margherita) is selected - CPK and DiGiorno both offer meatless options. Dress the salad with pantry staples such as olive oil and lemon juice or your favorite dressing.
Recipes:
- California Pizza Kitchen Chopped Salad Recipe - Food.com

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Giant Pasta x2 boxes (Monday and Thursday): $1.98
- Prego Sauce x1 jar: $1.99
- BelGioioso Fresh Mozzarella x1 package: $4.99
- Vine Ripe Tomatoes, approx. 1 lb total (Tuesday and Wednesday): $1.99
- Mission Carb Balance Tortillas x1 pack: $2.99
- MorningStar Farms Burgers x1 package: $2.99
- Nature's Own Rolls x1 pack (second pack free via BOGO): $2.99
- Iceberg Lettuce x1 head: $1.99
- Giant Green Beans or Brussels Sprouts, approx. 0.75 lb: $2.24
- Breakstone's Cottage Cheese x1 container: $2.99
- Giant Parmesan Cheese x1 canister: $1.99
- California Pizza Kitchen or DiGiorno Detroit Style Pizza x1: $5.99
- Nature's Promise Salad Blend x1 bag: $1.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Eggs (4 to 6 for Tuesday tacos)
- Olive oil (for roasting Brussels sprouts and dressing salad)
- Salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cumin (for seasoning throughout the week)
- Salsa or hot sauce (optional topping for tacos)
- Salad dressing or lemon juice (for Friday salad)