Kroger Vegetarian Meal Plan

BUDGET RATIONALE

Why these meals: This week's plan makes the most of a few great sale finds, especially Kroger Eggs at $1.99 a carton, which anchor both Monday's Bell Pepper and Potato Frittata and Thursday's Classic Egg Salad Sandwiches. The Kroger Russet Potatoes (10 lb bag) stretch across Monday's frittata and Friday's Loaded Baked Potatoes, so you get two hearty, comforting meals from one bag. BelGioioso Fresh Mozzarella does double duty too, melting into Tuesday's Baked Mozzarella Pasta and topping Friday's baked potatoes, so nothing goes to waste. Bell peppers show up fresh and colorful on Monday and Wednesday, adding crunch to the frittata and the Velveeta Shells & Cheese. Altogether it's a simple, vegetarian lineup built around ingredients that work hard for you across multiple nights.

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Bell Pepper and Potato Frittata
Description: A fluffy baked egg frittata loaded with sauteed bell peppers and diced russet potatoes, finished with a splash of milk for richness. It's a hearty, protein-forward dinner that comes together in one skillet.
Sale items used: Kroger Eggs, Red, Orange or Yellow Bell Peppers, Kroger Russet Potatoes (10 lb bag), Kroger Milk (Half Gallon)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: 8 large eggs, 2 bell peppers sliced, about 1.5 lbs diced potatoes (from the 10 lb bag), 1/4 cup milk, for 4 people.
Recipes:
- Bell Pepper and Potato Frittata
- Frittata with Potato, Red Pepper & Gouda
- Potato and bell pepper frittata

Tuesday
Meal: Baked Mozzarella Pasta with Marinara
Description: Barilla pasta tossed with Ragu marinara sauce and topped with melted fresh mozzarella, baked until bubbly and golden. A simple, comforting Italian-style dinner.
Sale items used: Barilla Pasta, Ragu Pasta Sauce, BelGioioso Fresh Mozzarella
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 1 box (16 oz) Barilla Pasta, 1 jar Ragu Pasta Sauce, half of the BelGioioso Fresh Mozzarella (about 4 oz) sliced over the top, for 4 people.
Recipes:
- Eggplant, Tomato and Mozzarella Pasta Bake
- Roasted Veggie Pasta Bake with Mozzarella & Marinara
- BEST Vegetarian Baked Ziti

Wednesday
Meal: Bell Pepper Velveeta Shells and Cheese
Description: Creamy Velveeta Shells & Cheese stirred through with sauteed bell peppers for color, crunch, and a touch of sweetness. A quick, cozy stovetop dinner ready in under 20 minutes.
Sale items used: Velveeta Shells & Cheese, Red, Orange or Yellow Bell Peppers
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 2 boxes Velveeta Shells & Cheese, 2 bell peppers diced and sauteed, for 4 people.
Recipes:
- Velveeta Shells and Cheese with Bell Peppers
- Quick Shells and Cheese Recipe
- Cheesy Velveeta and Shells

Thursday
Meal: Classic Egg Salad Sandwiches
Description: Hard-boiled eggs mashed with Kraft Mayo and piled onto toasted Artesano Bread for a cool, no-cook dinner. Light, satisfying, and a nice change of pace midweek.
Sale items used: Kroger Eggs, Heinz Ketchup or Kraft Mayo, Artesano Bread or Buns
Prep time: 25 minutes (includes boiling and cooling eggs)
Serving note: 8 large eggs hard-boiled and chopped, 1/3 cup Kraft Mayo, 8 slices Artesano Bread, for 4 people.
Recipes:
- Classic Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe
- Old Fashioned Egg Salad Sandwich
- The Best Egg Salad Sandwich

Friday
Meal: Loaded Baked Potatoes with Mozzarella and Yogurt
Description: Fluffy baked russet potatoes split and topped with melted mozzarella and a dollop of Greek yogurt in place of sour cream. A simple, filling finish to the week.
Sale items used: Kroger Russet Potatoes (10 lb bag), BelGioioso Fresh Mozzarella, Chobani Greek Yogurt
Prep time: 55 minutes (potatoes take about 45-50 minutes to bake; can bake ahead and reheat)
Serving note: 4 large russet potatoes (from the 10 lb bag), remaining half of the BelGioioso Fresh Mozzarella (about 4 oz) shredded, 1 container Chobani Greek Yogurt, for 4 people.
Recipes:
- Cheesy Vegetarian Loaded Baked Potato
- Loaded Vegetarian Baked Potato
- Vegetarian Loaded Baked Potatoes

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Kroger Eggs (18 ct, Large, Grade A) (1 carton): $1.99
- Red, Orange or Yellow Bell Peppers (2 packs of 2): $6.00
- Kroger Russet Potatoes (10 lb bag) (1 bag): $5.00
- Kroger Milk (Half Gallon) (1 half gallon): $1.59
- Barilla Pasta (1 box, with digital coupon): $0.99
- Ragu Pasta Sauce (1 jar, with digital coupon): $1.29
- BelGioioso Fresh Mozzarella (1 package): $8.49
- Velveeta Shells & Cheese (2 boxes): $3.98
- Heinz Ketchup or Kraft Mayo (1 jar): $3.49
- Artesano Bread or Buns (1 loaf): $3.49
- Chobani Greek Yogurt (1 container): $2.99

Pantry staples needed:
- Cooking oil or butter
- Salt and pepper
- Water (for boiling eggs and pasta)