Meal Plan week of May 12th 2024


Updated Weekly Meal Plan

Monday: Homemade Pizza Night

  • Ingredients: Use H-E-B’s deal on fresh tomatoes on the vine ($1.23 each) and shredded cheese. Add Whole Foods’ 365 brand shredded cheese ($4 each for Prime members) for a variety mix.
  • Estimated Cost: $15

Tuesday: No dinner planned

Wednesday: BBQ Chicken Night

  • Ingredients: H-E-B BBQ Seasoned Chicken Leg Quarters ($0.99/lb). Complement with H-E-B Texas Roots Green Beans ($0.97/lb) and fresh strawberries ($0.97 each) for a light salad or dessert.
  • Estimated Cost: $12

Thursday: Fish Night

  • Ingredients: H-E-B has Easy Peel Colossal White Raw Shrimp on sale ($5.97/lb). Serve with a side of quinoa or couscous.
  • Estimated Cost: $20

Friday: Turkey Meatball Night

  • Ingredients: Use ground turkey to make meatballs, spiced up with Hill Country Fare Garlic Powder from H-E-B ($11.98 for a large pack). Serve with a side of spaghetti or a bed of fresh greens.
  • Estimated Cost: $15

Saturday: Halibut Fillet Night

  • Ingredients: H-E-B’s Wild Caught Fresh Alaskan Halibut Fillet ($18.97/lb) served with seasonal vegetables and perhaps a lemon butter sauce.
  • Estimated Cost: $30

Sunday: Skirt Steak Stir Fry Night

  • Ingredients: Utilize Whole Foods’ 20% off deal on no-antibiotics-ever beef skirt steak. Stir-fry with Whole Foods’ organic baby broccoli (2 for $4), bell peppers, and onions.
  • Estimated Cost: $25

Total Estimated Weekly Cost: $117

This adjusted plan maintains a varied and balanced menu across the week, ensuring each meal not only offers nutritional benefits but also makes the most of weekly grocery deals. This approach maximizes your budget without compromising on taste or quality.

Based on the weekly meal plan, here is a comprehensive shopping list with prices derived from the current promotions at H-E-B and Whole Foods:

Shopping List with Prices

Proteins

  • Ground Turkey (for Turkey Meatball Night): Approx. price based on average cost – $4.99/lb
  • Easy Peel Colossal White Raw Shrimp (H-E-B, for Fish Night): $5.97/lb
  • No-Antibiotics-Ever Beef Skirt Steak (Whole Foods, 20% off for Prime members, for Skirt Steak Stir Fry Night): Price varies based on weight, approximately $14.39/lb after discount
  • Wild Caught Fresh Alaskan Halibut Fillet (H-E-B, for Halibut Fillet Night): $18.97/lb
  • BBQ Seasoned Chicken Leg Quarters (H-E-B, for BBQ Chicken Night): $0.99/lb

Dairy

  • 365 Brand Shredded Cheese (Whole Foods, for Pizza Night): $4.00 each for Prime members
  • Fresh Tomatoes on the Vine (H-E-B, for Pizza Night): $1.23 each

Vegetables

  • Texas Roots Green Beans (H-E-B): $0.97/lb
  • Organic Baby Broccoli (Whole Foods, 2 for $4, for Skirt Steak Stir Fry Night): $2.00 each when buying two
  • Fresh Strawberries (H-E-B): $0.97 each
  • Bell Peppers and Onions (Generic pricing, check store for current deals): Approx. $1.50 each for bell peppers, $0.99/lb for onions

Pantry and Miscellaneous

  • Hill Country Fare Garlic Powder (H-E-B, large pack for Turkey Meatball Night): $11.98 each
  • Quinoa or Couscous (Generic pricing, check store for current deals): Approx. $3.00 – $5.00 per package
  • Pizza Dough Ingredients (Generic pricing for flour, yeast, etc.): Approx. $5.00 for sufficient quantities to make multiple crusts

Estimated Total Cost: $120 – $140

This range accounts for variances in meat and vegetable weights, as well as any additional small ingredients like spices and condiments you might need but haven’t listed individually.

This shopping list uses both H-E-B and Whole Foods promotions to ensure you get the best prices while making delicious meals throughout the week. Prices are estimates based on available deals and average costs; actual costs may vary depending on the store location and exact product choices. For the most accurate pricing and to catch any additional deals, it’s advisable to check both stores’ weekly ads online before shopping.