Meijer Standard Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Pork Loin Chops (Boneless): BOGO of equal or lesser value
- Certified Angus Beef New York Strip Steak (Boneless): Sale price per lb
- Frederik's by Meijer Raw Shrimp 16 oz: $9.96
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Chicken Thighs (All natural): Sale price per lb
- Fresh from Meijer Family Pack Boneless Chicken Tenderloins (All natural): $3.99/lb
- Meijer Bacon 16 oz: Sale price
- Fresh from Meijer Pork Spareribs (Fresh, never frozen): Sale price per lb
- Fresh from Meijer St. Louis Style Spareribs (Fresh, never frozen): $3.29/lb
- Bell's Beer or Fresh from Meijer Brats 19 oz: BOGO of equal or lesser value
- Meijer Ground Beef or Ground Beef and Pork Blend 1 lb: BOGO of equal or lesser value
- Frederik's by Meijer Ground Beef or True Goodness Organic Ground Beef 1 lb: BOGO of equal or lesser value
- Fresh from Meijer Garlic Parmesan Atlantic Salmon Portions or Cheesy Spinach Salmon 11-12 oz: Sale price
- Eckrich Sausage (various) 8.3-14 oz: $2.49 ea (when buy 5)
- Oscar Mayer Bacon 12-16 oz: $3.99 ea (when buy 5)
- Fresh from Meijer Chicken Sausage 12 oz: Sale price
- Meijer 1/4 Lb Beef Burgers 32 oz: Sale price
- Meijer Ground Beef 5 lbs (73% lean): Equivalent to $4.59/lb
- Eckrich Meat or Cheese Franks 12-14 oz: BOGO FREE of equal or lesser value

Vegetables on sale:
- Southern Peaches: Sale price per lb
- Strawberries 16 oz container: Sale price
- Tray Pack Sweet Corn or Russet Potatoes 4 ct pkg: $3.49
- Large Honeydew or Golden Honeydew Melon: BOGO $1 of equal or lesser value
- Earthbound Farm Organic Salad 4-7 oz: $3.49
- Dole Chopped or Premium Salad Kit 7.1-13.25 oz: $3.49 (when buy 5)
- Angel Sweet Tomatoes 1.5 lb container: $3.99 (when buy 5)
- Bulk Large Sweet Cherries: $2.99/lb
- Multicolor Peppers 3 ct: $2.99
- Tropical Avocados: Sale price ea
- Wrapped Broccoli Bunch: Sale price
- Green Onions Bunch: Sale price
- Russet Potatoes 5 lb bag: Sale price
- Bulk Sweet Onions: Sale price per lb
- Flavor Bombs Tomatoes 12 oz or Seedless Mini English Cucumbers 1 lb: BOGO $1

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Grilled Boneless Pork Chops with Sweet Corn and Russet Potato Wedges
Description: Two boneless pork loin chops are seasoned simply with garlic, salt, pepper, and a touch of smoked paprika, then grilled or pan-seared to juicy perfection. They are served alongside a single ear of sweet corn and a handful of oven-roasted russet potato wedges tossed in olive oil and herbs.
Sale items used: Pork Loin Chops (Boneless, BOGO), Tray Pack Sweet Corn or Russet Potatoes 4 ct pkg ($3.49)
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: 2 boneless pork chops (roughly 8-10 oz total), 1 ear of sweet corn, and approximately 1 medium russet potato cut into wedges. Use BOGO deal and freeze the extra chops for later.
Recipes:
- Grilled Boneless Pork Chops
- One Pan Pork Chops and Potatoes
- Ranch Pork Chops and Potatoes Sheet Pan Dinner

Tuesday
Meal: St. Louis Style Spareribs with Broccoli and a Simple Side Salad
Description: Rather than committing to a full rack, pick up just a partial slab or ask the butcher to cut you a 3-4 rib portion from the St. Louis style spareribs, seasoned with a dry rub and slow-roasted in the oven until tender. Served with steamed or roasted broccoli florets and a small green side salad dressed with your favorite vinaigrette.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer St. Louis Style Spareribs ($3.29/lb), Wrapped Broccoli Bunch (sale price), Earthbound Farm Organic Salad 4-7 oz ($3.49)
Prep time: 90 minutes (mostly hands-off oven time)
Serving note: Approximately 3/4 to 1 lb of spareribs (3-4 ribs), about 1 cup of broccoli florets, and 1.5-2 oz of salad greens. Ask the Meijer butcher counter to cut a small portion from the rack if a full rack is the only option packaged.
Recipes:
- Fall Off the Bone St Louis Ribs
- St Louis Style Ribs Recipe (Oven Baked)
- How to Make St. Louis Style Ribs

Wednesday
Meal: Garlic Shrimp and Multicolor Pepper Stir-Fry over Rice
Description: A generous portion of raw shrimp is quickly sauteed with sliced multicolor peppers, minced garlic, butter, a splash of soy sauce, and a pinch of red pepper flake for a fast and flavorful weeknight stir-fry. Everything is spooned over a bed of fluffy white rice, making a colorful and satisfying single-serving meal.
Sale items used: Frederik's by Meijer Raw Shrimp 16 oz ($9.96), Multicolor Peppers 3 ct ($2.99)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 6-8 shrimp (roughly 5-6 oz) from the 16 oz bag and freeze the remainder in portions for future meals. Use 1 pepper (sliced) from the 3-count pack and reserve the other two for Friday's tacos. Serve over approximately 3/4 cup cooked rice.
Recipes:
- Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry
- Garlic Shrimp Stir-Fry with Peppers & Onions
- Irresistible Garlic Shrimp and Pepper Stir-Fry

Thursday
Meal: Smash Burgers with Caramelized Onions, Kraft Singles, and Avocado
Description: A quarter-pound ball of ground beef is smashed thin on a hot cast iron skillet to develop crispy, lacy edges, then topped with a melted Kraft Single, sweet caramelized onions, and creamy sliced avocado. Served on a toasted bun with ketchup for a diner-style burger that is hard to beat on a budget.
Sale items used: Meijer Ground Beef or Ground Beef and Pork Blend 1 lb (BOGO), Kraft Singles 14.7-16 oz ($3.49 when buy 5), Tropical Avocados (sale price), Bulk Sweet Onions (sale price per lb), Heinz Easy Squeeze Ketchup 32 oz ($2.99 when buy 5)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1/4 lb (4 oz) of ground beef per smash burger patty. Make 1-2 patties depending on appetite. Use 1 Kraft Single per patty, 1/4 of a sliced onion caramelized in butter, and half of one avocado sliced. Freeze the remaining ground beef from the BOGO deal for future use.
Recipes:
- Smash Burgers with Caramelized Onions and Jalapenos
- Epic Smash Burgers with Caramelized Onions and Special Sauce
- Caramelized Onion Double Smash Burgers

Friday
Meal: Chicken Tenderloin Tacos with Peppers, Fresh Tomatoes, and Sour Cream
Description: Boneless chicken tenderloins are seasoned with cumin, chili powder, garlic, and lime, then pan-cooked and sliced for easy taco filling. Stuffed into warm tortillas with sauteed multicolor peppers, fresh diced tomatoes, a dollop of Daisy sour cream, and a sprinkle of Kraft shredded cheese for a bright and flavorful Friday taco night.
Sale items used: Fresh from Meijer Boneless Chicken Tenderloins ($3.99/lb), Multicolor Peppers 3 ct (reserved from Wednesday), Angel Sweet Tomatoes 1.5 lb container ($3.99 when buy 5), Daisy Sour Cream 14-16 oz (sale price), Kraft Shredded Cheese 7-8 oz ($1.99 when buy 5)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 1/3 lb (5-6 oz) of chicken tenderloins, which yields plenty of filling for 2-3 tacos. Use 2 of the reserved multicolor pepper strips, a small handful of diced tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of sour cream, and a light sprinkle of shredded cheese per taco.
Recipes:
- Crunchy Chicken Taco Fingers (Baked)
- Easy Spicy Crispy Chicken Tacos with Cholula Sour Cream
- Easy Chicken Tacos Recipe

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Pork Loin Chops Boneless (BOGO, buy enough for 2 chops): $5.00 est.
- Tray Pack Sweet Corn or Russet Potatoes 4 ct pkg: $3.49
- Fresh from Meijer St. Louis Style Spareribs (approx. 1 lb): $3.29
- Earthbound Farm Organic Salad 4-7 oz: $3.49
- Wrapped Broccoli Bunch: $1.50 est.
- Frederik's by Meijer Raw Shrimp 16 oz: $9.96
- Multicolor Peppers 3 ct: $2.99
- Fresh from Meijer Boneless Chicken Tenderloins (approx. 1/3 lb): $1.33 est.
- Meijer Ground Beef 1 lb (BOGO - pay for one, get one free, use half and freeze): $3.00 est.
- Kraft Singles 14.7-16 oz: $3.49 (buy 5 trigger required - only buy if you need 5 qualifying items, otherwise budget ~$4.49 single price)
- Tropical Avocado (1 ea): $1.00 est.
- Bulk Sweet Onions (approx. 0.5 lb): $0.75 est.
- Angel Sweet Tomatoes 1.5 lb container: $3.99 (buy 5 trigger required, otherwise ~$4.99)
- Daisy Sour Cream 14-16 oz: $2.50 est.
- Kraft Shredded Cheese 7-8 oz: $1.99 (buy 5 trigger required, otherwise ~$2.99 est.)
- Heinz Easy Squeeze Ketchup 32 oz: $2.99 (buy 5 trigger required)

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil
- Vegetable or canola oil (for stir-fry)
- Butter
- Garlic (fresh or jarred minced)
- Soy sauce
- Red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper
- Smoked paprika
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Lime juice (fresh or bottled)
- White rice (dry)
- Flour or corn tortillas (6-8 ct)
- Hamburger buns (1-2 ct)
- Dry rub spices for ribs (brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder)
- Cooking spray or foil for sheet pan roasting