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
- Johnsonville Fresh Brats: $4.79
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs: $3.19 lb
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Chicken Tenderloins: $3.99 lb
- Certified Angus Beef Top Sirloin Steak: $10.29 lb
- Certified Angus Beef 90% Lean Ground Sirloin: $8.99 lb
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Assorted Chops: $1.99 lb
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Loin Center Cut Chops: $2.99 lb
- Meijer Bacon: $3.99 final price
- Ball Park Meat Franks: 2/$5
- Bob Evans Breakfast Sausage Roll, Links or Patties: $3.49
- Hillshire Farm Ultra Thin Lunch Meat: $5.99
- Fresh from Meijer Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck Patties: $8.99
- Fresh from Meijer Boneless Pork Tenderloins or Boneless Half Cut Pork Loins: $2.99 lb
- Eckrich Ham: $5.99 lb

Vegetables on sale:
- Locally Grown Asparagus: $2.49 lb
- Tray Pack Corn: $3.79 4 ct
- Greenhouse Grown Tomatoes on the Vine: $2.29 lb
- Wild Wonders or Angel Sweet Tomatoes: $4.99 1.5 lb container
- Multicolor Peppers or Seedless Mini English Cucumbers: BOGO $1
- The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes: BOGO FREE
- Minis Avocados: $2.99 6 ct

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheesy Beef Pasta Bake
Description: A cozy, bubbly pasta bake made with seasoned ground beef, Prego marinara sauce, and Barilla pasta topped with melted Meijer shredded cheese - a total kid crowd-pleaser. Scaled for 2 people, this makes just enough for a generous dinner with maybe a small leftover lunch bonus.
Sale items used: Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck (about 0.5 lb), Barilla Pasta (1 box), Prego Pasta Sauce (1 jar), Meijer Shredded Cheese (1 bag from 3/$5 deal)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 0.5 lb ground beef, 8 oz pasta, 1/2 jar pasta sauce, and a generous handful of shredded cheese for 2 hearty portions
Recipes:
- Cheesy Beef Pasta Bake
- Cheesy Beef Pasta Bake
- Ground Beef Pasta Bake

Tuesday
Meal: Crispy Chicken Tender Basket with Corn on the Cob
Description: Golden oven-baked chicken tenderloins coated in a simple seasoned breadcrumb crust served alongside sweet buttered corn on the cob - a kid-favorite dinner that feels just like a restaurant basket. Simple dipping sauces like ketchup make this extra fun for younger kids.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Boneless Chicken Tenderloins (about 0.75 lb), Tray Pack Corn (4 ct tray - use 2 ears), Heinz Ketchup (1 bottle from 2/$6 deal)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: About 6 to 7 tenderloins total split between 2 people, plus 1 ear of corn per person
Recipes:
- Corn Meal Crusted Chicken Tenders
- Devilish Chicken & Corn on the Cob
- Garlic Butter Creamed Corn Chicken

Wednesday
Meal: Build-Your-Own Cheeseburgers with Creamer Potatoes
Description: Juicy Certified Angus Beef ground chuck patties grilled or pan-fried and served on soft bread with Kraft Singles melted on top - kids love building their own with ketchup, pickles, and any toppings they like. Roasted Little Potato Company creamer potatoes on the side make a simple and delicious swap for fries.
Sale items used: Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck (about 0.5 lb), Aunt Millie's Bread (1 loaf), Kraft Singles (1 package from 2/$8 deal), The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes (BOGO FREE - 1 bag used), Heinz Ketchup, Mt. Olive Pickles (from 2/$5 deal)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 2 quarter-pound patties, 1 slice of cheese per burger, and about 1 cup of roasted creamer potatoes per person
Recipes:
- Crispy Smashed Creamer Potatoes
- Cheeseburger Casserole with Potatoes
- Cheeseburger Potato Skillet

Thursday
Meal: Slow-Simmered Pork Country Style Ribs with Buttered Corn
Description: Tender, fall-apart pork country style ribs slow-cooked in the oven with a simple sweet and savory sauce until they are sticky and delicious - a comforting dinner kids will devour. Paired with fresh buttered corn on the cob from the same 4-count tray purchased Tuesday, this is a well-rounded and satisfying meal.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Pork Country Style Ribs (about 1 lb for 2 people - very practical cut that avoids buying a full rack), Tray Pack Corn (remaining 2 ears from Tuesday's 4 ct tray)
Prep time: 20 minutes active, 2 hours slow oven cook
Serving note: About 0.5 lb of ribs per person (2 to 3 pieces each) plus 1 buttered ear of corn per person
Recipes:
- Slow Cooker Country Style Pork Ribs
- Easy Crockpot Dr Pepper Country Style Ribs
- Slow Cooker Country-Style Pork Ribs

Friday
Meal: Fun Friday Hot Dog and Mac Night
Description: A classic Fun Friday dinner with Ball Park Meat Franks served on Aunt Millie's bread buns alongside creamy stovetop mac and cheese - simple, cheerful, and exactly what kids look forward to at the end of the week. Set out ketchup and pickles for a self-serve topping station to make it interactive and extra fun.
Sale items used: Ball Park Meat Franks (1 pack from 2/$5 deal - use 2 to 4 franks), Aunt Millie's Bread (same loaf from Wednesday), Barilla Pasta (second box from the 3/$4 deal), Meijer Shredded Cheese or Kraft Singles for cheesy mac sauce, Heinz Ketchup, Mt. Olive Pickles
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 2 hot dogs per person on sliced bread, plus a generous bowl of cheesy mac each (about 4 oz dry pasta total)
Recipes:
- Hot Dog Macaroni and Cheese
- Mac and Cheese Hot Dogs
- Homemade Hot Dog Mac and Cheese

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Certified Angus Beef Ground Chuck (1 lb total - used Monday and Wednesday): $5.99
- Fresh from Meijer Boneless Chicken Tenderloins (0.75 lb): $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Country Style Ribs (1 lb): $2.99
- Ball Park Meat Franks (1 pack - 2/$5, buy 2 for deal or pay single price around $2.99): $2.99
- Tray Pack Corn (4 ct tray - used Tuesday and Thursday): $3.79
- Barilla Pasta (2 boxes from 3/$4 deal - buy 3 to maximize deal): $4.00
- Prego Pasta Sauce (1 jar from 3/$5 deal): $1.67
- Meijer Shredded Cheese (1 bag from 3/$5 deal - buy 3 to maximize deal): $5.00
- Kraft Singles (1 package from 2/$8 deal): $4.00
- The Little Potato Company Creamer Potatoes (BOGO FREE - buy 1 get 1 free, use 1 bag): $3.99
- Aunt Millie's Bread (1 loaf): $2.49
- Heinz Ketchup (1 bottle from 2/$6 deal): $3.00
- Mt. Olive Pickles (1 jar from 2/$5 deal): $2.50

Pantry staples needed:
- Butter (for corn and potatoes)
- Salt and pepper
- Garlic powder
- Olive oil or cooking spray
- Breadcrumbs (for chicken tenders - or use crackers on hand)
- Eggs (1 to 2 for chicken tender coating)
- Milk (for mac and cheese sauce)
- BBQ sauce or simple brown sugar and soy glaze for ribs (check pantry first)
- Flour (for optional burger seasoning or tender dredge)

ESTIMATED TOTAL

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

Total: $45.41 for 2 people | $22.71 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.