Meijer Dairy-Free Meal Plan
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5-DAY MEAL PLAN
Monday
Meal: Skillet-Braised Bone-In Chicken Thighs with Bell Peppers and Campari Tomatoes
Description: Two bone-in chicken thighs are seared golden in a hot skillet, then braised low and slow with sliced green bell pepper and halved Campari tomatoes until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender. The tomatoes break down into a light, savory pan sauce that coats every bite - no dairy needed.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Chicken Thighs ($1.49/lb), Locally Grown Green Bell Peppers ($0.79 each), Campari Tomatoes ($2.99 for 16 oz.)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 45 minutes total
Serving note: Use approximately 0.75 lb of bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 thighs) at $1.49/lb; use 1 bell pepper and roughly half the 16 oz. container of Campari tomatoes, saving the rest for Thursday. Total cook time is about 45 minutes - start the braise while you prep your sides.
Recipes:
- Chicken and Bell Peppers Skillet
Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Smithfield Pork Loin Filet Slices with Braised Green Cabbage
Description: Thick slices of Smithfield pork loin filet are seared in a hot skillet until caramelized, then served alongside wedges of green cabbage braised in a splash of broth with garlic and a pinch of caraway. The cabbage soaks up the savory pan drippings for a hearty, completely dairy-free plate.
Sale items used: Smithfield Pork Loin Filet or Tenderloin ($5.99 for 19.2-27.2 oz.), Locally Grown Green Cabbage ($0.69/lb)
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 30 minutes total
Serving note: One package of Smithfield pork loin filet yields multiple meals - use roughly 6 oz. of sliced pork for tonight and refrigerate the rest for sandwiches or a second meal later in the week. Use about 0.5 lb of green cabbage (roughly one-quarter of a small head) at $0.69/lb; save the remaining cabbage for Thursday.
Recipes:
- Braised Cabbage & Pork
- Pork Tenderloin with Cabbage
Wednesday
Meal: BBQ-Glazed Fresh from Meijer Brats with Celery and Bell Pepper Slaw
Description: Two fresh brats are grilled or pan-seared and brushed generously with BBQ sauce in the final minutes for a sticky, caramelized glaze. They are served alongside a crisp no-mayo slaw of thinly sliced green bell pepper and celery tossed with a simple oil-and-vinegar dressing.
Sale items used: Bell's Beer or Fresh from Meijer Brats ($3.99 for 19 oz.), Locally Grown Green Bell Peppers ($0.79 each), Locally Grown Celery Hearts ($2.49 each), Kraft BBQ Sauce or Bullseye BBQ Sauce ($1.49 for 17.5-18 oz.)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: One 19 oz. package typically contains 5 brats - cook 2 for tonight and refrigerate or freeze the remaining 3. Use 1 bell pepper and 2 to 3 stalks from the celery heart for the slaw; the rest of the celery heart can be used as snacks or in other meals. Use 2 to 3 tablespoons of BBQ sauce from the bottle, which will last the rest of the week.
Thursday
Meal: Ground Chuck Lettuce-Free Taco Bowls with Campari Tomatoes and Cabbage
Description: Seasoned ground chuck is browned with taco spices and served over a base of shredded green cabbage in place of lettuce, topped with diced Campari tomatoes and a drizzle of your favorite hot sauce. This hearty bowl skips the tortilla and all dairy, letting the bold beef and fresh toppings shine.
Sale items used: Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck ($5.29/lb), Campari Tomatoes ($2.99 for 16 oz. - remainder from Monday), Locally Grown Green Cabbage ($0.69/lb - remainder from Tuesday)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of ground chuck at $5.29/lb. Use the remaining Campari tomatoes from Monday's purchase and the remaining cabbage from Tuesday - no additional produce purchase needed today. Season the beef with pantry taco spices.
Friday
Meal: Oven-Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs with BBQ Sauce and Roasted Bell Peppers
Description: Boneless skinless chicken thighs are coated in BBQ sauce and baked at 400 degrees until lacquered and juicy, surrounded by strips of green bell pepper that roast and caramelize in the same pan. It is an effortless one-pan dinner that is naturally dairy-free and deeply satisfying.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs ($1.99/lb), Locally Grown Green Bell Peppers ($0.79 each), Kraft BBQ Sauce or Bullseye BBQ Sauce (remainder from Wednesday)
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 40 minutes total
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2 thighs) at $1.99/lb from the family pack; portion out what you need and freeze the rest in individual servings for future meals. Use 1 bell pepper sliced into strips. Total time is about 50 minutes - slide the pan in the oven and relax while it bakes.
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Chicken Thighs, bone-in (0.75 lb): $1.12
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (1 lb, freeze remainder): $1.99
- Smithfield Pork Loin Filet or Tenderloin (1 package): $5.99
- Bell's Beer or Fresh from Meijer Brats (1 package, 19 oz.): $3.99
- Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck (0.5 lb): $2.65
- Locally Grown Green Bell Peppers (x4): $3.16
- Campari Tomatoes (1 package, 16 oz.): $2.99
- Locally Grown Green Cabbage (0.75 lb): $0.52
- Locally Grown Celery Hearts (x1): $2.49
- Kraft BBQ Sauce or Bullseye BBQ Sauce (1 bottle): $1.49
Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Taco seasoning (chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano)
- Red pepper flakes or hot sauce
- Apple cider vinegar or white vinegar (for slaw dressing)
- Chicken or vegetable broth (for braising cabbage)
- Caraway seeds (optional, for cabbage)
🏷️ All sale items this week
SALE ITEMS FOUND
Meats on sale:
- California Red Seedless Grapes: $1.99/lb
- Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck: $5.29/lb
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs: $1.99/lb
- Certified Angus Beef T-Bone Steak: $12.99/lb
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs: $1.49/lb
- Fresh from Meijer Whole Chicken: $1.39/lb
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Back Ribs: $3.99/lb
- Fresh from Meijer St. Louis Style Spareribs: $3.49/lb
- Smithfield Bacon: $3.99 for 12 oz.
- Frederik's by Meijer Ham, Chicken or Turkey: $9.99/lb
- Fresh from Meijer Small Pack Chicken Tenders: $3.99/lb
- Certified Angus Beef Top Round Steak or Roast: $7.99/lb
- Smithfield Pork Loin Filet or Tenderloin: $5.99 for 19.2-27.2 oz.
- Perdue Frozen Chicken: $8.99 for 32-48 oz.
- Tyson Frozen Stuffed Chicken Breasts: $2.79 for 10 oz.
- Main St. Bistro Sides: $3.99 for 17-24 oz.
- Bell's Beer or Fresh from Meijer Brats: $3.99 for 19 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Seasoned Atlantic Salmon Portions: $8.99 for 9 oz.
Produce on sale:
- California Yellow or White Nectarines: $1.99/lb, BOGO
- Locally Grown Green Bell Peppers: $0.79 each
- Locally Grown Blueberries: $3.99 for pint container
- Campari Tomatoes: $2.99 for 16 oz.
- Locally Grown Celery Hearts: $2.49 each
- Locally Grown Green Cabbage: $0.69/lb
- Moon Drops or Gum Drops Grapes: $2.99/lb
Dairy and eggs on sale:
- Kraft Singles: $4.49 for 14.7-16 oz.
Bakery and bread on sale:
- 8" German Chocolate Cake: $9.99 for 40 oz.
- Aunt Millie's Bread: $1.99 for 22 oz.
- Pepperidge Farm Thin-Sliced Bread: $2.99 for 14 oz.
Pantry on sale:
- Ritz, Wheat Thins or Triscuit Party Size Crackers or Oreo or Chips Ahoy! Party Size Cookies: $4.99
- General Mills, Quaker or Kellogg's Family Size Cereal: $3.99 for 15.6-24 oz. box
- Dunkin' or Cafe Bustelo Coffee Bags, K-Cups or Dunkin' Cold Brew: $7.99
- Coca-Cola, Pepsi, 7UP or Dr Pepper Products: $12.99 for 24 pk./12 oz. cans
- Meijer Coffee Pods: $12.99 for 48 ct.
- Meijer Purified Water: $3.49 for 24 pk./16.9 oz. bottles
- Carbone Pasta or Alfredo Sauce: $6.99 for 15-24 oz.
- Duke's Mayonnaise: $3.99 for 30 oz.
- Maruchan Ramen: $3.49 for 12 pk./3 oz.
- Wesson Cooking Oil or Pam Cooking Spray: $3.99
- Samyang Ramen: $7.49 for 5 ct./22.9 oz.
- Kraft BBQ Sauce or Bullseye BBQ Sauce: $1.49 for 17.5-18 oz.
- Nutella Hazelnut or Peanut Spread: $4.99 for 13 oz.
- Noka Smoothie Pouches: $8.49 for 4 ct./4.22 oz.
- Meijer Ground Coffee: $11.99 for 24.2-30.5 oz. canister
- Dot's Pretzels: $5.99 for 16 oz.
- Nabisco Multipacks or Ritz Family Size Sandwich Crackers: $7.99
- Spindrift Sparkling Water or Glaceau smartwater: $5.99
- Ocean Spray Drink or Cocktail: $2.99 for 60-64 oz.
- Powerade Sports Drinks or San Pellegrino Sparkling Water: $5.49
- Arizona Tea: $7.49 for 12 pk./16 oz. bottles
- Meijer Alkaline Water: $2.49 for gallon
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.4-8.9 oz.
- Meijer Cereal: $1.79 for 11.5-18 oz.
- Meijer Instant Oatmeal: $1.79 for 8-12 ct./.98-1.51 oz.
- Meijer Complete Pancake & Waffle Mix or Syrup: $1.79
- Meijer Frozen Waffles: $1.99 for 10 ct./12.3 oz.
- Fresh from Meijer Apple Slices Multipack or Apple Slices: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Dried Cherries or Cherry Berry Blend: $2.99 for 6 oz.
- Meijer Toaster Pastries: $1.79 for 8 ct./14.7 oz.
- Meijer Chewy or Chewy Dipped Granola Bars or Fruit & Grain Bars: $1.89
- Meijer Sweet & Salty or Crunchy Granola Bars: $1.89 for 6 ct./7.
🛒 Estimated Shopping Cost
Based on sale prices for items in this plan
$26.39
for 1 person · $26.39 per person
📍 Disclaimer: Prices and availability are based on the Meijer weekly sales flyer for the week of August 19, 2026. Flyers are sourced from store websites and weekly flyer aggregator sites. Actual prices may vary by location. Always verify prices at your local store. We are not affiliated with Meijer.