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: Four bone-in chicken thighs are browned in a hot skillet, then braised low and slow with sliced green bell peppers and halved Campari tomatoes until tender and saucy. This hearty one-pan dinner for two comes together in under an hour with minimal cleanup.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Family Pack 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, 40 minutes total
Serving note: Use approximately 1.5 lbs of bone-in chicken thighs (about 4 thighs) for 2 people, costing roughly $2.24; use 2 green bell peppers and half the 16 oz. container of Campari tomatoes, saving the rest for Thursday. Total cook time is about 40 minutes, so start the braise before you prep any sides.
Recipes:
- Chicken and Bell Peppers Skillet
Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Smithfield Pork Loin Filet Slices with Braised Green Cabbage
Description: A Smithfield Pork Loin Filet is sliced into medallions, seared until golden, and served alongside cabbage braised in a savory garlic and oil base until tender and slightly caramelized. This simple, satisfying meal for two is naturally dairy-free and comes together in about 35 minutes.
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, 35 minutes total
Serving note: One package of Smithfield Pork Loin Filet (the smaller end, around 19-20 oz.) is ideal for 2 people with leftovers; use approximately 1 lb of green cabbage (about $0.69 worth) from a larger head, keeping the rest for Wednesday and Thursday. Slice the filet into 1-inch medallions for faster, even cooking.
Recipes:
- Braised Cabbage & Pork
- Pork Tenderloin with Cabbage
Wednesday
Meal: BBQ-Glazed Fresh from Meijer Brats with Celery and Bell Pepper Slaw
Description: Fresh brats are pan-seared and finished with a generous brush of BBQ sauce, then served alongside a crisp, tangy slaw made from thinly sliced celery hearts and green bell pepper. This quick weeknight meal for two is bold, satisfying, and completely dairy-free.
Sale items used: Bell's Beer or Fresh from Meijer Brats ($3.99 for 19 oz.), Locally Grown Celery Hearts ($2.49 each), Locally Grown Green Bell Peppers ($0.79 each), Kraft BBQ Sauce or Bullseye BBQ Sauce ($1.49 for 17.5-18 oz.)
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 25 minutes total
Serving note: One 19 oz. pack of brats typically contains 4-5 links; use 2-3 links for dinner and save the rest for lunches. Use half the celery heart and 1 green bell pepper for the slaw. The BBQ sauce bottle will carry over for Friday's meal, so this purchase does double duty.
Thursday
Meal: Ground Chuck Lettuce-Free Taco Bowls with Campari Tomatoes and Cabbage
Description: Seasoned ground chuck is cooked with taco spices and served over a base of shredded green cabbage, topped with diced Campari tomatoes for a fresh, hearty bowl that skips the lettuce and any dairy toppings. This filling meal for two is easy to customize and comes together in about 25 minutes.
Sale items used: Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck ($5.29/lb), Campari Tomatoes (remainder from Monday's purchase), Locally Grown Green Cabbage (remainder from Tuesday's purchase)
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 25 minutes total
Serving note: Use approximately 0.75 lb of ground chuck for 2 generous taco bowls, costing about $3.97; use the remaining Campari tomatoes from Monday and the remaining cabbage from Tuesday to keep costs low. Season with pantry taco spices and a squeeze of lime for brightness.
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 roasted alongside sliced green bell peppers until caramelized and cooked through, creating a simple, flavorful sheet-pan dinner for two. The hands-off oven method keeps this meal easy after a long week.
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's purchase)
Prep time: 10 minutes active, 45 minutes total
Serving note: Use approximately 1 lb of boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 3-4 thighs) for 2 people, costing roughly $1.99; use 2 green bell peppers sliced into strips alongside the chicken on the same sheet pan. Total oven time is about 35 minutes at 400 degrees F, so preheat early and prep the peppers while the oven heats.
🛒 Shopping List
SHOPPING LIST
Buy on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs (1.5 lbs for Monday): $2.24
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (1 lb for Friday): $1.99
- Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck (0.75 lb for Thursday): $3.97
- Smithfield Pork Loin Filet or Tenderloin (1 package for Tuesday): $5.99
- Bell's Beer or Fresh from Meijer Brats (1 pack, 19 oz., for Wednesday): $3.99
- Campari Tomatoes (1 container, 16 oz., shared Monday and Thursday): $2.99
- Locally Grown Green Bell Peppers (x5 individual peppers across the week): $3.95
- Locally Grown Green Cabbage (1 head, approx. 2 lbs, shared Tuesday and Thursday): $1.38
- Locally Grown Celery Hearts (1 head for Wednesday slaw): $2.49
- Kraft BBQ Sauce or Bullseye BBQ Sauce (1 bottle, shared Wednesday and Friday): $1.49
Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or neutral cooking oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Taco seasoning or cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano
- Salt and black pepper
- Onion powder
- Lime juice or fresh lime
- Apple cider vinegar (for slaw dressing)
- Sugar or honey (for slaw dressing)
🏷️ 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
$30.48
for 2 people · $15.24 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.