Meijer Vegetarian Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Baked Barilla Pasta with Ragu Marinara and Melted Shredded Cheese
Description: A hearty baked pasta dish for two, using Barilla penne or rotini tossed with Ragu marinara sauce and topped with a generous layer of Meijer shredded cheese, then baked until bubbly and golden. This satisfying vegetarian dinner 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: 40 minutes
Serving note: Use 8 oz (half a 16 oz box) of Barilla pasta for 2 people, 1 jar of Ragu marinara, and about 1 cup of Meijer shredded cheese. Bake at 375 degrees F for 20 minutes after boiling the pasta. The pasta can be assembled ahead and refrigerated, then baked when ready to eat.
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 convenient and satisfying vegetarian dinner featuring a Frederik's by Meijer quiche, which is already egg and cheese based, served alongside slices of Sara Lee bread toasted and spread with butter spread. This is an effortless weeknight meal that feels elevated with minimal prep.
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: 35 minutes
Serving note: One Frederik's quiche serves 2 people generously as a main dish. Toast 2 to 3 slices of Sara Lee bread per person and spread with the butter spread. Follow package directions for the quiche, which typically requires about 30 minutes in the oven.
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: Fluffy scrambled eggs made from Eggland's Best eggs are folded with melted Meijer shredded cheese and wrapped in warm La Banderita flour tortillas for a filling and protein-rich vegetarian meal. These burritos come together in under 20 minutes and are satisfying for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Sale items used: Eggland's Best Cage Free White Eggs, Meijer Shredded or Chunk Cheese, La Banderita Fajita or Burrito Flour Tortillas
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 3 eggs per person (6 eggs total) and about 1/2 cup of shredded cheese total. Use 2 large burrito-size tortillas per person (4 tortillas total) from the La Banderita pack. Season eggs with salt and pepper from the pantry.

Thursday
Meal: Stovetop Kraft Mac and Cheese with English Muffin Garlic Bread
Description: A classic and comforting bowl of Kraft Mac and Cheese prepared stovetop is paired with toasted Aunt Millie's English muffins brushed with butter spread and garlic for a fun twist on garlic bread. This quick vegetarian dinner is budget-friendly and deeply satisfying for two.
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: One box of Kraft Mac and Cheese serves 2 people as a main dish with the English muffin garlic bread on the side. Use 2 English muffins (4 halves total), split and toasted, then spread with butter spread and a pinch of garlic powder from the pantry. The butter spread purchased Tuesday carries over to this meal.
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: A golden, oven-finished egg and cheese frittata made with Eggland's Best eggs and Meijer shredded cheese is cooked in a skillet for a satisfying vegetarian dinner. It is served alongside a simple fresh salad of sliced yellow peaches dressed lightly with a drizzle of Ken's or Simply Vinaigrette.
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: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 4 to 5 eggs total for a frittata sized for 2 people and about 1/2 cup of shredded cheese. Purchase approximately 1 lb of yellow peaches at $1.49/lb, yielding about 2 to 3 peaches, which is plenty for a side salad for 2. Drizzle with 1 to 2 tablespoons of vinaigrette per person.

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Barilla Pasta (x1 box): $1.49
- Ragu Pasta Sauce (x1 jar, from Ken's/Ragu/Simply Vinaigrette sale): $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 (1 lb at $1.49/lb): $1.49
- Simply Vinaigrette (x1 bottle, from Ken's/Ragu/Simply Vinaigrette sale): $1.99

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