Market Basket Standard Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Shoulder Steak London Broil: $3.99/lb
- Fresh Chicken Thighs or Drumsticks: $1.49/lb
- Fresh Pork Tenderloin: $2.69/lb
- Fresh Ground Beef: $4.99/lb
- Polish Kielbasa Smoked: $3.49/lb
- Andouille Sausage: $3.99 for 12 oz
- Farm Raised Salmon Steaks: $9.99/lb
- Ocean Fresh Wild Sockeye Salmon Fillets: $9.99/lb
- Fresh Whole Chickens: $1.59/lb
- Chicken Breast Cutlets: $4.49/lb
- Ham Steak Anytime: $2.50 for 8 oz
- Hardwood Smoked Ham Grillsteak: $3.49 for 10 oz

Vegetables on sale:
- Baby Potatoes: $3.99 for 3-lb bag
- Vidalia Onions: $0.99/lb
- Bagged Green Peppers: $1.29/lb
- Mini Marzano Tomatoes: $4.99 for 24 oz
- Organic Veggie Broccoli Slaw: $2.50 for 10 oz
- Caesar Kits: $2.50 for 9.8-10.75 oz

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Roasted Chicken Thighs with Baby Potatoes and Caesar Salad
Description: Juicy bone-in chicken thighs are seasoned and roasted until golden brown, served alongside crispy herb-tossed baby potatoes straight from the oven. A crisp Caesar kit rounds out the plate with minimal effort and maximum flavor for two.
Sale items used: Fresh Chicken Thighs ($1.49/lb), Baby Potatoes ($3.99 for 3-lb bag), Caesar Kit ($2.50)
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb of chicken thighs (roughly 2-3 pieces), about 1 lb of baby potatoes, and one full Caesar kit split between 2 people
Recipes:
- Caesar Chicken

Tuesday
Meal: Pork Tenderloin with Sauteed Green Peppers, Vidalia Onions, and Tri-Color Pasta
Description: A lean pork tenderloin is sliced and pan-seared, then served over a colorful saute of sweet Vidalia onions and green peppers tossed with tri-color pasta. The combination is bright, satisfying, and comes together in under 30 minutes.
Sale items used: Fresh Pork Tenderloin ($2.69/lb), Bagged Green Peppers ($1.29/lb), Vidalia Onions ($0.99/lb), Tri Color Pastene Pasta ($2.00 for 16 oz)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb of pork tenderloin, half a pound of green peppers, half a pound of onions, and half the pasta package (8 oz dry) for 2 people
Recipes:
- Creamy Pork Tenderloin Pasta

Wednesday
Meal: Smoked Kielbasa and Andouille Sausage Skillet with Mini Tomatoes and Green Peppers
Description: Sliced smoked kielbasa and andouille sausage are browned together in a single skillet with bursting mini tomatoes and tender green peppers, creating a smoky, spicy one-pan dinner. Serve it straight from the pan over a slice of crusty bread or on its own for a hearty weeknight meal.
Sale items used: Polish Kielbasa Smoked ($3.49/lb), Andouille Sausage ($3.99 for 12 oz), Mini Marzano Tomatoes ($4.99 for 24 oz), Bagged Green Peppers ($1.29/lb)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: About 0.5 lb of kielbasa, the full 12 oz andouille package split between 2 people, half the tomato container, and one large pepper
Recipes:
- Sausage and Peppers Skillet

Thursday
Meal: Baked Salmon Fillets with Roasted Baby Potatoes and Broccoli Slaw
Description: Tender salmon fillets are seasoned simply and baked until flaky, paired with the remaining baby potatoes roasted to a golden crisp. The broccoli slaw is dressed lightly and served on the side for a fresh, colorful, and nutritious plate.
Sale items used: Farm Raised Salmon Steaks ($9.99/lb), Baby Potatoes (already purchased bag from Monday), Organic Veggie Broccoli Slaw ($2.50 for 10 oz)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb of salmon (about 2 fillets at 8 oz each), the remaining potatoes from the 3-lb bag, and the full 10 oz slaw package split between 2 people
Recipes:
- Sheet Pan Salmon with Roasted Potatoes and Broccoli

Friday
Meal: Ground Beef Taco Skillet with Refried Beans, Green Peppers, and Vidalia Onions
Description: Seasoned ground beef is cooked with diced green peppers and Vidalia onions, then stirred together with refried beans for a hearty one-skillet taco filling. Serve it in bowls or with tortillas from your pantry, topped with whatever condiments you have on hand.
Sale items used: Fresh Ground Beef ($4.99/lb), Old El Paso Refried Beans ($2.00 for 16 oz), Bagged Green Peppers ($1.29/lb), Vidalia Onions ($0.99/lb), Old El Paso Dinner Kit ($2.99 for 5 oz)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 lb of ground beef, the full can of refried beans, one pepper, and half a pound of onion for 2 generous servings
Recipes:
- Easy Taco Skillet

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Chicken Thighs (1 lb): $1.49
- Baby Potatoes (1 bag, 3 lbs): $3.99
- Caesar Kit (x1): $2.50
- Fresh Pork Tenderloin (1 lb): $2.69
- Bagged Green Peppers (1.5 lbs, used across Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday): $1.94
- Vidalia Onions (1 lb, used across Tuesday and Friday): $0.99
- Tri Color Pastene Pasta (x1 package): $2.00
- Polish Kielbasa Smoked (0.5 lb): $1.75
- Andouille Sausage (x1 package, 12 oz): $3.99
- Mini Marzano Tomatoes (x1 package, 24 oz): $4.99
- Farm Raised Salmon Steaks (1 lb): $9.99
- Organic Veggie Broccoli Slaw (x1 package): $2.50
- Fresh Ground Beef (1 lb): $4.99
- Old El Paso Refried Beans (x1 can): $2.00
- Old El Paso Dinner Kit (x1): $2.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- Salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder or fresh garlic
- Paprika or your preferred seasoning blend
- Tortillas or taco shells (if preferred with Friday's skillet)
- Shredded cheese (for tacos)
- Sour cream (optional, for tacos)
- Dried Italian seasoning or herbs (for pasta and pork)
- Butter (for finishing pasta or potatoes)