Meijer Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Country Style Ribs: $2.99 lb
- Fresh from Meijer Whole Pork Shoulder Butt Roast: $1.79 lb
- Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck: $5.99 lb
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Chicken Tenderloins: $3.99 lb
- Ball Park Meat Franks: 2/$5
- Meijer Bacon: $3.99 final price
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops: $1.99 lb
- Johnsonville Fresh Brats: $4.79
- Fresh from Meijer Boneless Chicken Thighs: $3.19 lb
- Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck Patties: $8.99

Vegetables on sale:
- Tray Pack Corn: $3.79 (4 ct)
- The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes: BOGO FREE
- Locally Grown Asparagus: $2.49 lb
- Multicolor Peppers or Seedless Mini English Cucumbers: BOGO $1
- Greenhouse Grown Tomatoes on the Vine: $2.29 lb

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheesy Beef Pasta Bake
Description: A single-serving pasta bake made with seasoned ground beef, a simple tomato-based sauce, and melted shredded cheese baked until bubbly and golden. Kids love the gooey cheese pull and familiar pasta flavors that make this a total comfort meal.
Sale items used: Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck ($5.99 lb), Barilla Pasta (3/$4), Prego Pasta Sauce (3/$5), Meijer Shredded Cheese (3/$5)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.25 lb ground beef, 2 oz dry pasta (about 1 cup cooked), 1/3 cup pasta sauce, and 1/4 cup shredded cheese for one serving baked in a small ramekin or oven-safe dish.
Recipes:
- Cheesy Beef Pasta Bake
- Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta Casserole
- Ground Beef Pasta Bake

Tuesday
Meal: Crispy Chicken Tender Basket with Corn on the Cob
Description: Golden pan-fried chicken tenderloins coated in a simple seasoned breadcrumb crust, served alongside a buttered ear of sweet corn for a classic kid-approved dinner. The tenders are juicy inside and crispy outside - just like a restaurant basket at home.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Boneless Chicken Tenderloins ($3.99 lb), Tray Pack Corn ($3.79 for 4 ct)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 0.25 lb (roughly 2-3 tenders) of chicken tenderloins and 1 ear of corn. Coat tenders in flour, egg, and seasoned breadcrumbs from the pantry and pan-fry in a small skillet.
Recipes:
- Cornflake Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard
- Corn Meal Crusted Chicken Tenders
- BBQ Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Wednesday
Meal: Build-Your-Own Cheeseburgers with Creamer Potatoes
Description: A juicy ground chuck patty seasoned simply with salt and pepper, topped with a melted Kraft Single and served on a soft bun with classic kid-friendly toppings like ketchup and pickles. On the side, tender creamer potatoes are boiled and tossed in butter for a simple and satisfying companion.
Sale items used: Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck ($5.99 lb), Kraft Singles (2/$8), The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes (BOGO FREE), Heinz Ketchup (2/$6), Mt. Olive Pickles (2/$5), Aunt Millie's Bread ($2.49) or use a bun
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Form one patty using 0.25 lb ground chuck, use 1 Kraft Single slice, and portion about 5-6 creamer potatoes (roughly half the small bag - freeze or refrigerate the rest for later in the week). Use 2 slices of Aunt Millie's Bread if burger buns are not on hand.
Recipes:
- Cheeseburger Potato Skillet
- Cheeseburger Mashed Potatoes
- Cheeseburger Twice Baked Potatoes

Thursday
Meal: Slow-Simmered Pork Country Style Ribs with Buttered Corn
Description: A single portion of tender pork country style ribs slow-cooked in the oven with a simple ketchup-based sauce until fall-apart tender - no fancy grill required. Paired with a sweet buttered ear of corn, this is a fun and finger-licking meal kids will ask for again.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Pork Country Style Ribs ($2.99 lb), Tray Pack Corn ($3.79 for 4 ct - already purchased Tuesday), Heinz Ketchup (already purchased)
Prep time: 15 minutes active, 2 hours in oven
Serving note: Purchase approximately 0.5 lb of country style ribs (1-2 ribs) from the meat counter - ask the butcher to cut a small portion if needed. Use 1 ear of corn from the 4-pack purchased on Tuesday. Mix ketchup with a splash of apple cider vinegar and brown sugar from the pantry for a simple kid-friendly BBQ sauce.
Recipes:
- Slow Cooker Country-Style Pork Ribs
- Easy Crockpot Dr Pepper Country Style Ribs
- BBQ Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs

Friday
Meal: Fun Friday Hot Dog and Mac Night
Description: Ball Park Meat Franks pan-griddled or boiled until perfectly plump, tucked into soft bread or a bun and topped with ketchup and a squeeze of mustard for a festive end-of-week dinner. A side of simple stovetop mac and cheese made with Barilla pasta and melted Meijer shredded cheese keeps the fun going strong.
Sale items used: Ball Park Meat Franks (2/$5), Barilla Pasta (already purchased - use remaining), Meijer Shredded Cheese (already purchased), Heinz Ketchup (already purchased), Aunt Millie's Bread ($2.49 - already purchased)
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use 1-2 hot dogs from the pack (freeze remaining franks for later). Cook 2 oz dry pasta, drain, and stir in 1 tablespoon butter and 1/4 cup shredded cheese for a quick cheesy mac. Serve the hot dog in a folded slice of Aunt Millie's Bread if no buns are available.
Recipes:
- Hot Dog Macaroni and Cheese Casserole
- Mac And Cheese With Hot Dogs
- Mac and Cheese Hot Dogs

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck (approx. 0.5 lb total for Monday and Wednesday): $3.00
- Fresh from Meijer Boneless Chicken Tenderloins (approx. 0.25 lb): $1.00
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Country Style Ribs (approx. 0.5 lb): $1.50
- Ball Park Meat Franks (1 pack - freeze extras): $2.50 (half of 2/$5 deal)
- Tray Pack Corn (4 ct - use 2 ears this week): $3.79
- The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes (1 bag BOGO FREE - use half this week): $4.00 approximate single bag price (buy 2 get 1 free - split cost effectively ~$2.67 per bag)
- Barilla Pasta (buy 3 for $4 - use across Monday and Friday): $1.33 per box, buy 1 box minimum
- Prego Pasta Sauce (3 for $5 - buy 1): $1.67
- Meijer Shredded Cheese (3 for $5 - buy 1 bag): $1.67
- Kraft Singles (2 for $8 - buy 1 pack): $4.00
- Heinz Ketchup (2 for $6 - buy 1): $3.00
- Mt. Olive Pickles (2 for $5 - buy 1): $2.50
- Aunt Millie's Bread (1 loaf): $2.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Salt and pepper
- Butter (small amount for corn and mac)
- Flour (for chicken tender coating)
- Eggs (1-2 for chicken tender coating)
- Breadcrumbs (plain or Italian style)
- Brown sugar (small amount for BBQ sauce on ribs)
- Apple cider vinegar (small splash for BBQ sauce)
- Yellow mustard (for hot dogs)
- Olive oil or vegetable oil (for pan-frying tenders)

ESTIMATED TOTAL

Review the "Buy on sale" items in the shopping list above and calculate the total cost. Output only this single line:

Total: $28.45 for 1 person | $28.45 per person

DISCLAIMER

Prices and availability are based on the national sales flyer and may vary by location. Check your local Meijer store for actual pricing.