Giant Kid-Friendly Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Why these meals: The four everyday nights lean on Holmes Smokehouse Sausage, Nathan's Beef Franks, 80% Lean Ground Beef, and Giant Rotisserie Chicken - these are the clear budget stars this week, with the sausage and franks both coming in under $1.50 per serving and the rotisserie chicken being one of the best flat-price deals on the flyer at $6.99 for a whole bird that feeds four. Ground beef at $4.99/lb is a reliable family staple that anchors a classic pasta night kids always love. This flyer skews heavily toward premium seafood and specialty cuts, so sticking with sausage, franks, ground beef, and rotisserie chicken keeps the week grounded and genuinely affordable for a family of four.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Skillet Ground Beef Pasta with Classico Pasta Sauce and Parmesan
Description: Browned ground beef is simmered with Classico Pasta Sauce and tossed with cooked pasta for a hearty, crowd-pleasing dinner that comes together in one pan. A sprinkle of Giant Parmesan Cheese on top makes it feel special and gives kids that familiar cheesy finish they love.
Sale items used: 80% Lean Ground Beef, Classico Pasta Sauce, Giant Parmesan Cheese
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use 1.5 lbs of 80% Lean Ground Beef, 1 jar of Classico Pasta Sauce, and 1 package of Giant Parmesan Cheese. Serve over 12 oz of pasta from pantry. One jar of sauce is plenty for 4 servings when combined with the beef.
Recipes:
- Easy Pasta Skillet

Tuesday
Meal: Stovetop Holmes Smokehouse Sausage with Bush's Baked Beans and Honey Corn Muffins
Description: Sliced Holmes Smokehouse Sausage is pan-browned until golden and served alongside warm Bush's Baked Beans for a simple, satisfying meal kids recognize and enjoy. Jiffy Honey Corn Muffin Mix bakes up a batch of sweet, fluffy muffins that round out the plate perfectly.
Sale items used: Holmes Smokehouse Sausage, Bush's Baked Beans, Jiffy Honey Corn Muffin Mix
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 package of Holmes Smokehouse Sausage, 2 cans of Bush's Baked Beans, and 2 boxes of Jiffy Honey Corn Muffin Mix (makes 8 muffins, 2 per person). Follow muffin mix directions using pantry eggs and milk.

Wednesday
Meal: Giant Rotisserie Chicken with Steamed Broccoli and The Little Potato Co. Potatoes
Description: A ready-to-go Giant Rotisserie Chicken is pulled apart at the table and served with steamed Giant Broccoli Florets and tender The Little Potato Co. potatoes for a no-fuss, balanced dinner. Kids can pick their favorite pieces and the whole meal is on the table in minutes with almost no cooking required.
Sale items used: Giant Rotisserie Chicken, Giant Broccoli Florets or Vegetable Medley, The Little Potato Co.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 whole Giant Rotisserie Chicken (serves 4), 1 bag of Giant Broccoli Florets or Vegetable Medley, and 1 package of The Little Potato Co. Microwave or steam the broccoli and potatoes per package directions while carving the chicken.

Thursday
Meal: Pan-Cooked Nathan's Beef Franks with Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ Sauce, Rainbow Bell Peppers, and Giant Peeled Baby-Cut Carrots
Description: Nathan's Beef Franks are sliced and pan-cooked with strips of Rainbow Bell Peppers and finished with a drizzle of Sweet Baby Ray's Barbecue Sauce for a sweet, savory dinner kids will ask for again. Giant Peeled Baby-Cut Carrots served on the side add a satisfying crunch and bright color to the plate.
Sale items used: Nathan's Beef Franks, Rainbow Bell Peppers, Sweet Baby Ray's Barbecue Sauce, Giant Peeled Baby-Cut Carrots
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use 1 package of Nathan's Beef Franks, 1 package of Rainbow Bell Peppers, 1 bottle of Sweet Baby Ray's Barbecue Sauce (use a few tablespoons, store the rest), and 1 bag of Giant Peeled Baby-Cut Carrots. Serve franks and peppers over pantry rice or with Farmhouse or Swirl Bread if desired.

Friday
Meal: Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Jumbo Raw EZ Peel Shrimp with Knorr Sides and Steamed Broccoli
Description: Jumbo Raw EZ Peel Shrimp are peeled and pan-seared in garlic butter until pink and tender, then served over a prepared Knorr Sides pouch for a fun Friday dinner that feels a little special without being complicated. A side of steamed Birds Eye Steamfresh Family Size Vegetables keeps it colorful and easy.
Sale items used: Jumbo Raw EZ Peel Shrimp, Knorr Sides, Birds Eye Blends or Steamfresh Family Size Vegetables
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use 2 lbs of Jumbo Raw EZ Peel Shrimp (about 0.5 lb per person), 2 pouches of Knorr Sides, and 1 bag of Birds Eye Blends or Steamfresh Family Size Vegetables. Peel and devein shrimp before cooking; sear in batches in a hot skillet with butter and garlic from pantry for 2 minutes per side.
Recipes:
- Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe with Broccoli

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- 80% Lean Ground Beef (1.5 lbs): $7.49
- Classico Pasta Sauce (x1): $1.99
- Giant Parmesan Cheese (x1): $2.99
- Holmes Smokehouse Sausage (x1): $3.99
- Bush's Baked Beans (x2): $1.98
- Jiffy Honey Corn Muffin Mix (x2): $1.58
- Giant Rotisserie Chicken (x1): $6.99
- Giant Broccoli Florets or Vegetable Medley (x1): $2.57
- The Little Potato Co. (x1): $2.57
- Nathan's Beef Franks (x1): $4.99
- Rainbow Bell Peppers (x1): $2.57
- Sweet Baby Ray's Barbecue Sauce (x1): $1.99
- Giant Peeled Baby-Cut Carrots (x1): $0.99
- Jumbo Raw EZ Peel Shrimp (2 lbs): $19.98
- Knorr Sides (x2): $1.50
- Birds Eye Blends or Steamfresh Family Size Vegetables (x1): $2.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Pasta (12 oz, such as penne or rotini)
- Olive oil or vegetable oil
- Butter
- Garlic (fresh or jarred minced)
- Salt and pepper
- Eggs (for corn muffin mix)
- Milk (for corn muffin mix)