Meijer Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baked Barilla Pasta with Ragu Marinara and Melted Shredded Cheese
Description: A single-serving baked pasta dish using about 2 oz of Barilla pasta tossed with Ragu marinara sauce and topped with a generous handful of Meijer shredded cheese, then baked until bubbly and golden. This cozy, satisfying meal comes together quickly and uses pantry-friendly sale items for maximum value.
Sale items used: Barilla Pasta, Ken's Salad Dressing or Ragu Pasta Sauces or Simply Vinaigrette (Ragu Marinara), Meijer Shredded or Chunk Cheese
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use about 2 oz dry Barilla pasta, roughly 1/3 cup Ragu marinara, and about 1/4 cup shredded cheese for one serving. The pasta bakes for about 20 minutes after a quick stovetop boil - assemble in a small oven-safe dish or ramekin to keep portions tidy.
Recipes:
- Vegan Rigatoni Pasta Bake - The Hidden Veggies

Tuesday
Meal: Frederik's by Meijer Quiche Served with Sara Lee Half Loaf Bread Toast
Description: A slice of Frederik's by Meijer quiche is heated through and served alongside a slice of toasted Sara Lee bread spread lightly with butter spread for a simple, protein-rich dinner. The quiche provides eggs and cheese in a ready-made format, making this the easiest meal of the week.
Sale items used: Frederik's by Meijer Quiche, Sara Lee Half Loaf Bread, I Can't Believe It's Not Butter or Imperial Spread or Brummel & Brown Spread
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Serve 1 slice of quiche (roughly 1/6 of the quiche) and 1 to 2 slices of toasted Sara Lee bread. The remaining quiche stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days - cover tightly with plastic wrap for easy leftovers.
Recipes:
- Easy Veggie Quiche - Feasting not Fasting
- Springy Vegetable Quiche Recipe - Pinch of Yum

Wednesday
Meal: Scrambled Egg and Shredded Cheese Burritos in La Banderita Flour Tortillas
Description: Two eggs are scrambled until just set, then wrapped in a warm La Banderita flour tortilla with a sprinkle of Meijer shredded cheese for a filling, protein-packed burrito. This quick weeknight meal comes together in under 15 minutes and uses affordable sale staples.
Sale items used: Eggland's Best Cage Free White Eggs, Meijer Shredded or Chunk Cheese, La Banderita Fajita or Burrito Flour Tortillas
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 large eggs, about 3 tablespoons shredded cheese, and 1 large burrito-size tortilla for one serving. Season eggs with salt and pepper from the pantry; add a dash of hot sauce if desired.

Thursday
Meal: Stovetop Kraft Mac and Cheese with English Muffin Garlic Bread
Description: A single box of Kraft Mac and Cheese is prepared on the stovetop and served with a toasted Aunt Millie's English muffin spread with butter and a pinch of garlic powder for a comforting, budget-friendly meal. The creamy mac pairs perfectly with the crispy, garlicky muffin for a satisfying dinner.
Sale items used: Kraft Mac & Cheese, Aunt Millie's English Muffins, I Can't Believe It's Not Butter or Imperial Spread or Brummel & Brown Spread
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Prepare half the box of Kraft Mac and Cheese (about 1 cup dry) for a single generous serving, saving the rest for another use. Use 1 English muffin split and toasted, spread with butter spread and a pinch of garlic powder from the pantry.
Recipes:
- English Muffin Garlic Cheese Bread - Cook Eat Go
- Easy Garlic Bread with English Muffins | The TipToe Fairy

Friday
Meal: Skillet-Cooked Egg and Cheese Frittata with Yellow Peach Salad
Description: Three eggs are whisked and cooked in a small skillet with Meijer shredded cheese until set into a personal frittata, served alongside a simple sliced yellow peach salad dressed lightly with a drizzle of Ken's vinaigrette. This colorful, fresh end-of-week meal highlights the season's best stone fruit alongside a protein-rich egg dish.
Sale items used: Eggland's Best Cage Free White Eggs, Meijer Shredded or Chunk Cheese, Yellow Peaches, Ken's Salad Dressing or Ragu Pasta Sauces or Simply Vinaigrette (Simply Vinaigrette)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 3 large eggs and about 3 tablespoons shredded cheese for the frittata. For the peach salad, purchase approximately 0.5 lb of yellow peaches (about 1 medium peach) at $1.49/lb, totaling roughly $0.75; slice and drizzle with about 1 tablespoon of vinaigrette.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Barilla Pasta (x1 box): $1.49
- Ragu Pasta Sauce - Ken's/Ragu/Simply Vinaigrette (x1 jar, Ragu Marinara): $1.99
- Meijer Shredded or Chunk Cheese (x1 bag): $6.49
- Frederik's by Meijer Quiche (x1): $5.99
- Sara Lee Half Loaf Bread (x1): $1.99
- I Can't Believe It's Not Butter or Imperial Spread (x1): $3.89
- Eggland's Best Cage Free White Eggs (x1 dozen): $4.99
- La Banderita Fajita or Burrito Flour Tortillas (x1 pack): $2.49
- Kraft Mac & Cheese (x1 box): $2.99
- Aunt Millie's English Muffins (x1 pack): $1.99
- Yellow Peaches (approx. 0.5 lb at $1.49/lb): $0.75
- Ken's Simply Vinaigrette (x1 bottle): $1.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil or cooking spray (for skillet and baking)
- Garlic powder (for English muffin garlic bread)
- Salt and black pepper
- Butter (optional, if not using the spread for cooking)