ALDI Standard Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Polska Kielbasa and Priano Gnocchi Skillet with Baby Bella Mushrooms
Description: Sliced Polska Kielbasa is browned in a skillet then tossed with pillowy gnocchi and sauteed Baby Bella mushrooms for a hearty one-pan dinner built for two. A splash of olive oil and garlic from your pantry ties everything together into a savory, satisfying weeknight meal.
Sale items used: Parkview Polska Kielbasa (13-14 oz), Priano Gnocchi (17.6 oz), Baby Bella Mushrooms (8 oz pkg)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use the full 13-14 oz kielbasa package split between 2 people, the full 17.6 oz gnocchi package, and the full 8 oz mushroom package - all portions are right-sized for two with minimal leftovers.
Recipes:
- Kielbasa Gnocchi Skillet
- One Skillet Kielbasa, Gnocchi & Broccoli - 30 Minute Meals

Tuesday
Meal: Pan-Seared Fresh Marinated Pork Loin Filet with Sliced Peaches and Mini Cucumbers
Description: A marinated pork loin filet is seared to golden perfection and sliced for two, served alongside sweet fresh peach slices and cool crisp mini cucumbers for a bright summer plate. The marinade on the pork does all the flavor work, making this a low-effort, high-reward dinner.
Sale items used: Fresh Marinated Pork Loin Filet (approx. 1 lb), Peaches, Mini Cucumbers
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of pork loin filet at $2.99/lb (about $3.00 total) for two generous servings; use 2 peaches at $1.39/lb (estimate 0.75 lb, about $1.04) and half the 16 oz mini cucumber package.

Wednesday
Meal: Homemade Pizza with Mama Cozzi's Dough, Mozzarella, and Reggano Pizza Sauce
Description: Stretch out the ready-made pizza dough, spread on tangy Reggano pizza sauce, and top generously with shredded mozzarella for a fresh homemade pizza that feeds two perfectly. This is a fun, interactive dinner that comes together quickly and tastes far better than delivery at a fraction of the cost.
Sale items used: Mama Cozzi's Pizza Kitchen Pizza Dough (16 oz), Happy Farms Shredded Mozzarella (16 oz), Reggano Regular or Spicy Pizza Sauce (14 oz)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: The 16 oz dough ball makes one full pizza sized for two; use about half the 16 oz mozzarella bag (roughly 8 oz) and about half the 14 oz pizza sauce jar - save the rest for another use during the week.
Recipes:
- BEST Homemade Margherita Pizza - A Beautiful Plate

Thursday
Meal: Braised Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs in Reggano Tomato, Basil & Garlic Pasta Sauce over Rice
Description: Tender boneless skinless chicken thighs are braised low and slow in rich Reggano tomato, basil, and garlic pasta sauce until deeply flavorful, then ladled over fluffy ready-to-eat rice for an effortless comfort dinner. This Italian-inspired braise is warming, filling, and comes together with almost no hands-on effort.
Sale items used: Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (approx. 1 lb), Reggano Tomato, Basil & Garlic Pasta Sauce (24 oz), Earthly Grains Ready-to-Eat Rice Cups (x2)
Prep time: 45 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of chicken thighs at $2.49/lb (about $2.49 total) for 2 people - roughly 3 to 4 thighs; use the full 24 oz pasta sauce jar and 2 rice cups (one per person). Make-ahead note: the braised chicken reheats beautifully, so you can braise it up to a day ahead and simply reheat over the rice cups when ready.
Recipes:
- Tomato Braised Chicken Thighs - Slender Kitchen

Friday
Meal: Pan-Seared Fresh Lamb Steaks with Black Bean and Avocado Salad
Description: Lamb steaks are seasoned simply and seared in a hot pan to a beautiful crust, served alongside a vibrant black bean and avocado salad dressed with lime and cilantro from your pantry. This is an elevated yet easy Friday dinner that brings bold Mediterranean-inspired flavor to the table without a lot of fuss.
Sale items used: Fresh Lamb Steaks (approx. 1 lb), Simply Nature Organic Black Beans (15.5 oz), Avocados (x2)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Purchase approximately 1 lb of lamb steaks at $8.99/lb (about $8.99 total) for one steak per person; use the full can of black beans and 2 avocados at $0.59 each for the salad.
Recipes:
- The 10-Minute Black Bean Avocado Salad (Char-Corn Method)

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Parkview Polska Kielbasa 13-14 oz (x1 package): $2.89
- Priano Gnocchi 17.6 oz (x1 package): $1.89
- Baby Bella Mushrooms 8 oz pkg (x1 package): $1.29
- Fresh Marinated Pork Loin Filet (approx. 1 lb): $2.99
- Peaches (approx. 0.75 lb): $1.04
- Mini Cucumbers 16 oz pkg (x1 package): $1.69
- Mama Cozzi's Pizza Kitchen Pizza Dough 16 oz (x1 package): $1.19
- Happy Farms Shredded Mozzarella 16 oz (x1 package): $3.29
- Reggano Regular or Spicy Pizza Sauce 14 oz (x1 jar): $1.09
- Fresh Antibiotic Free Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (approx. 1 lb): $2.49
- Reggano Tomato, Basil & Garlic Pasta Sauce 24 oz (x1 jar): $1.69
- Earthly Grains Ready-to-Eat Rice Cups (x2): $3.30
- Fresh Lamb Steaks (approx. 1 lb): $8.99
- Simply Nature Organic Black Beans 15.5 oz (x1 can): $0.99
- Avocados (x2): $1.18

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Garlic (fresh or minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Italian seasoning or dried herbs
- Lime juice or fresh limes
- Cilantro (fresh)
- Red pepper flakes (optional for pizza)
- Butter (for searing pork or lamb)