Kroger Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baked Ziti with Kroger Cheese and Classico Pasta Sauce
Description: Tender pasta tossed with rich marinara and baked under a bubbling layer of melted Kroger cheese. A comforting, protein-packed vegetarian classic sized perfectly for two.
Sale items used: Barilla Protein Plus Pasta, Classico Pasta Sauce, Kroger Cheese
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use half a 1 lb box of Barilla pasta (about 8 oz), 1.5 cups Classico sauce, and 1 cup shredded Kroger cheese for 2 servings.

Tuesday
Meal: Loaded Baked Potato Rounds with Black Beans and Cheese
Description: Crispy Ore-Ida potato rounds topped with seasoned black beans and melted cheese, finished with a dollop of sour cream. A hearty, filling vegetarian dinner for two.
Sale items used: Ore-Ida Frozen Potatoes, Kroger Sour Cream
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use half a bag (about 1.5 cups) frozen potato rounds, 1 cup canned black beans, 3/4 cup shredded cheese, and 2 tablespoons sour cream for 2 people.
Recipes:
- Loaded Vegetarian Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Wednesday
Meal: Veggie Fried Rice with Scrambled Eggs
Description: Fluffy Minute Rice stir-fried with mixed veggies and scrambled eggs for a quick, satisfying weeknight meal. Light soy seasoning ties it all together for 2 servings.
Sale items used: Minute Rice White Rice
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 cup Minute Rice (dry, cooked per package), 3 eggs, and 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables for 2 people.
Recipes:
- Easy Veggie Fried Rice with Scrambled Eggs
- Vegetable Fried Rice
- Easy Fried Rice with Egg

Thursday
Meal: Cheesy Egg and English Muffin Breakfast Skillet
Description: A skillet of scrambled eggs and melted cheese served over toasted Thomas' English Muffins for a warm, savory breakfast-for-dinner option. Simple, quick, and vegetarian-friendly for 2.
Sale items used: Thomas' English Muffins, Kroger Cheese
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 English muffins (split), 4 eggs, and 1/2 cup shredded Kroger cheese for 2 people.
Recipes:
- Vegetarian English Muffin Breakfast Sandwiches
- English Muffin Breakfast Sandwich

Friday
Meal: Creamy Shells and Cheese with Roasted Potatoes
Description: Velveeta Shells & Cheese served alongside crispy roasted Ore-Ida potato pieces for a creamy, comforting dinner. A satisfying pairing of pasta and potatoes for 2 servings.
Sale items used: Velveeta Shells & Cheese, Ore-Ida Frozen Potatoes, Kroger Butter
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 box Velveeta Shells & Cheese, half a bag (1.5 cups) frozen potatoes roasted with 1 tablespoon Kroger butter, for 2 people.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Barilla Protein Plus Pasta (x1 box): $1.79
- Classico Pasta Sauce (x1 jar): $1.99
- Kroger Cheese (x1, digital coupon): $4.99
- Ore-Ida Frozen Potatoes (x2 bags): $5.98
- Minute Rice White Rice (x1 box): $1.49
- Thomas' English Muffins (x1 pack): $2.99
- Velveeta Shells & Cheese (x1 box): $1.99
- Kroger Butter (x1): $2.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Eggs
- Canned black beans
- Frozen mixed vegetables
- Sour cream (small amount, from Kroger Sour Cream sale or existing stock)
- Soy sauce
- Onion and garlic
- Cooking oil
- Salt and pepper