Meijer Vegetarian Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Why these meals: This week's plan builds around a handful of versatile sale items that stretch across multiple meals, so you get variety without a lot of waste. Eggs and potatoes anchor Monday's cheesy bake, Kraft Singles show up melted into both Tuesday's black bean queso tacos and Thursday's baked ziti, and the baby carrots and celery you buy once carry you from Wednesday's peanut tofu stir-fry right into Friday's lentil soup. Tofu keeps things plant-based and hearty on Wednesday, while Friday wraps the week up with a warming, vegetable-packed soup and toasted Sara Lee bread. Each recipe is designed to use up what the last one opened, like the onions, celery, and carrots, so nothing sits half-used in your fridge.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Cheesy Potato and Egg Bake
Description: A hearty baked casserole of sliced russet potatoes, sauteed onions, and eggs layered with melted Kraft Singles. It's a comforting, budget-friendly breakfast-for-dinner style bake.
Sale items used: Russet Potatoes 5 lb. bag, Kraft Singles 14.7-16 oz, I Can't Believe It's Not Butter 15-16 oz
Prep time: 50 minutes
Serving note: Use about 2 lbs of the potato bag (reserve rest for later use), 6 eggs (pantry staple), half the onion bag, 6 slices Kraft Singles, and 2 tablespoons of the butter spread.
Recipes:
- Egg and Potato Breakfast Casserole
- Cheesy Potato and Broccoli Egg Bake
- Potato Cheddar Egg Bake

Tuesday
Meal: Black Bean Queso Skillet Tacos
Description: Warm black beans simmered with Meijer Queso and Meijer Salsa, spooned into soft tortillas and topped with melted Kraft Singles. A quick, saucy weeknight taco night with a creamy cheesy finish.
Sale items used: Meijer Queso 23 oz, Meijer Salsa 15.5 oz, Kraft Singles 14.7-16 oz
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 cans black beans (pantry staple), the full container of queso, half the jar of salsa, 8 small tortillas (pantry staple), and 4 slices Kraft Singles.
Recipes:
- Cheesy Quinoa & Black Bean Taco Skillet (Vegetarian)
- Crispy Black Bean Tacos (Vegetarian, Easily Vegan)
- The Best Crispy Black Bean Tacos

Wednesday
Meal: Peanut Butter Tofu and Carrot Stir-Fry
Description: Cubed tofu and sliced baby carrots stir-fried with celery in a quick peanut sauce for a nutty, savory dinner. Served over rice for a satisfying plant-based main.
Sale items used: Meijer Peanut Butter 28 oz. Creamy or crunchy, Baby Petite Carrots 12 oz, Locally Grown Pascal Celery
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 14 oz firm tofu (pantry staple), the full bag of baby carrots, 2 stalks of the celery, 3 tablespoons peanut butter, and 2 cups cooked rice (pantry staple).
Recipes:
- Peanut Butter Tofu Stir-Fry
- The Best Damn Stir Fry Tofu With Peanut Sauce
- Peanut Tofu Stir Fry (Vegan)

Thursday
Meal: Baked Ziti with Rao's Marinara and Cream Cheese
Description: Tender pasta baked in Rao's Pasta Sauce with a rich swirl of Kraft Philadelphia cream cheese and melted Kraft Singles on top. A cozy Italian-style bake with a creamy twist.
Sale items used: Rao's Pasta Sauce 15 or 24 oz, Kraft Philadelphia Soft Cream Cheese 7-8 oz, Kraft Singles 14.7-16 oz
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 lb pasta (pantry staple), the full jar of Rao's sauce, the full tub of cream cheese, and 4 remaining slices of Kraft Singles.
Recipes:
- Irresistibly Creamy Vegetarian Baked Ziti
- Easy Baked Ziti Without Meat
- Vegetarian Baked Ziti (Cheesy Ricotta & Mozzarella Bake)

Friday
Meal: Lentil and Vegetable Soup with Sara Lee Bread
Description: A simmered pot of lentils, celery, carrots, onions, and canned vegetables in a savory broth, served with slices of toasted Sara Lee bread. A warming, filling finish to the week.
Sale items used: Locally Grown Pascal Celery, Baby Petite Carrots 12 oz, Yellow Onions 3 lb. bag, Meijer Canned Vegetables 14.5-15.25 oz, Sara Lee Bread 20 oz
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 cups dried lentils (pantry staple), the remaining 2 stalks celery, the remaining carrots, half the onion bag, 1 can Meijer Canned Vegetables, and 8 slices Sara Lee Bread.

Check the label: broth is often made from chicken or beef. Vegetable broth is the safe choice.

Recipes:
- Lentil Soup (Italian Vegetable)
- The Best Lentil Soup
- Lentil Vegetable Soup (Easy!)

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Russet Potatoes 5 lb. bag: $2.49
- Yellow Onions 3 lb. bag: $2.49
- Kraft Singles 14.7-16 oz: $4.49
- I Can't Believe It's Not Butter 15-16 oz: $3.89
- Meijer Queso 23 oz: $2.99
- Meijer Salsa 15.5 oz: $2.99
- Baby Petite Carrots 12 oz: $1.69
- Locally Grown Pascal Celery: $1.69
- Meijer Peanut Butter 28 oz: $2.99
- Rao's Pasta Sauce 15 oz: $5.99
- Kraft Philadelphia Soft Cream Cheese 7-8 oz: $3.49
- Meijer Canned Vegetables 14.5-15.25 oz: $0.69
- Sara Lee Bread 20 oz: $2.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Eggs
- Canned black beans
- Firm tofu
- Dried lentils
- Small tortillas
- Rice
- Pasta
- Cooking oil
- Salt and pepper