Weekly meal planning is the best way to cook healthy meals for your family, save money, AND SAVE TIME! When I am meal planning for my family, I try to stay in season to keep grocery bills low as well as find foods that will serve our bodies the best during these seasons. As a busy mama it’s our jobs to keep our family happy, healthy, and their bellies full. Let’s get into this week’s meal plan!
As a busy mom you are juggling family, house chores, working, running errands, getting kids to their weekly activities and the list goes on and on with all the duties us mama’s play.
I was constantly stressed about cooking wholesome and healthy meals for my family that has the least number of processed foods in them. I wanted recipes that are packed full of vitamins and minerals and not foods that will cause heart disease, cancers, and diabetes. I knew that if I was stressing about this there has to be other moms that are as well.
So, let’s jump into this week’s healthy, delicious, nutrient dense meal plan that is quick, efficient, and that you can make ahead and store in the freezer!
Week 2 Meal Plan
Now, I have to give credit where credit is due. This week the recipes are from a couple food bloggers such as Whole Kitchen Sink, Ambitious Kitchen, Organically Addison, and me!
For a lot of these recipes, I am looking for ingredients that will boost the immune system and keep us healthy during these colder months. Some immune-boosting ingredients are red peppers, broth, minced garlic, spinach, and oregano. I always base my meals on what will fuel our bodies the best. I also keep a high-protein diet for my family, and these meals will help me do just that.
Below, I put pricing/total for each item listed below. Cooking wholesome meals can be inexpensive if we allow it. Most of these recipes have a serving size of 6-8. I like to have leftovers/ for lunch or choose one night out of the week where I do not have to cook dinner.
Where I shop
It is so important to watch what we put into our bodies. Our bodies are investments. When we feel good, we perform well. We are more successful and accomplish more when we perform well. We are happier when we feel good. We have less risk of cancer, diseases, and diabetes when we eat wholesome and clean foods!
I get most of my groceries from Walmart and Thrive Market. Being a stay-at-home mom, I only have time to do a little research on ingredients. I was tired of going to the store, reading the nutrition label, and seeing all the harmful ingredients in some of the sauces, canned items, and baking items. I wanted to ensure all my condiments, cereals, and baked goods were clean and organic. That is when I discovered Thrive Market. Thrive Market is an online grocery store that delivers groceries right to your door in just a few days. Suppose you want 40% off your first order. Shop the link here! What we put into our body is crucial.
Walmart, I love it because you can sign up with them and find the latest deals; if you order online, you can get a certain percentage back on your groceries, AND they can be delivered right to your doorstep. Who can beat that?! Being a busy mom, I do not have time to run out and get my groceries, so being able to do a click list and have it delivered is spectacular. Also, the customer service is excellent. If you get a product that could look better, Walmart is great with refunding you.
Monday: Italian Sausage & Spinach Tortellini Soup
Grocery Cost
- 28 oz Diced Tomatoes (two 14.5 cans): $4.58
- 3 Whole Carrots :$0.59
- Heavy Whipping Cream : $5.24
- 2- 32 OZ Chicken Broth: (2.99 Each) $5.98
- 1 Onion : $0.78
- Handful of Spinach : $2.98
- Minced Garlic: $0.55
- 1 LB Ground Italian Sausage : $3.57
- 16 OZ Tortellini : $6.97
THE BELOW INGREDIENTS ARE OPTIONAL
- 4 Stalks of Celery : $0.93
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Thyme Leaves ( OR 2 Teaspoons of dried Thyme) :$0.50
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Basil :$0.50
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano $0.50
- 1-2 Teaspoons Fennel Seeds (use to your taste) :$0.15
- 1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika :$0.15
- 1 Pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes:$0.05
- Salt : $0.10
- Black Pepper : $0.24
Total Cost of meal: $34.36
6 Servings…Total cost per serving: $5.73
Tuesday: Easy Taco Casserole: Whole30, Paleo, Gluten-Free
Grocery List
- 2 lbs lean ground beef: $6.76
- 2 tsp chili powder: $0.34
- 1.5 tsp cumin: $0.34
- 2 tsp garlic powder: $0.34
- 1 tsp paprika: $.034
- 1/2 tsp salt: $0.10
- 1/2 tsp black pepper: $0.24
- 1/4 tsp cayenne (optional):$0.10
- 2 tbsp minced garlic: $0.55
- 1 medium white onion: $0.78
- 2 green peppers: $1.72
- 2 medium russet potatoes: $0.40
- 3/4 cup salsa: $4.99
- 1 (4 oz) can mild green chiles: $0.84
- 1 (4 oz) can sliced black olives: $1.97
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes1: $2.29
- 2 eggs: $0.22
Total Cost of meal: $22.32
Serving Size of 6-8…Total cost per serving: $3.72
Wednesday: 30 Minute Healthier Turkey Sloppy Joes with Homemade Sauce!
- 30 Minute Healthier Turkey Sloppy Joes with Homemade Sauce! By Ambitious Kitchen
- I will say with sloppy joe I LOVE LOVE LOVE serving it over a sweet potato. It makes it more wholesome and filling!
Grocery List:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil: $0.66
- 1 small white onion: $0.78
- 1 red bell pepper: $1.48
- 2 cloves garlic: $0.55
- 1 pound 94% lean ground turkey: 6.62
- Salt: $0.10
- Pepper: $0.24
- ½ cup ketchup: $0.15
- ¼ cup spicy low sugar BBQ sauce: $0.15
- ½ tablespoon Worcestershire sauce: $0.05
- ½ tablespoon red wine vinegar: $0.14
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard: $0.29
- Optional: ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper: $0.10
- For serving:
- 4 Hamburger Buns: $3.67
- 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese: $5.98
- Optional: Jalapeno slices: $0.40
- Sweet Potato (Optional instead of a bun): $1.00 per potato
Total Cost of meal: $22.36
Serving of 4…Cost per serving: $5.59
Thursday: Whole30 Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Grocery List
- 4 lbs pork shoulder, or pork butt : $9.53
- ▢2 cups broth, chicken or beef: $4.99
- ▢2 tbsp olive oil: $0.66
- ▢Sprinkle garlic powder: $0.34
- ▢Sprinkle onion powder: $0.34
- ▢1/2 tsp sea salt: $0.10
- ▢1/2 tsp ground pepper: $0.24
- ▢1 cup BBQ sauce: $0.50
Total Cost of meal: $16.20
Serving of 8…Cost per serving: $2.02
Friday: Veggie Packed Pizza Casserole
Grocery List
- 1 LB Ground Sausage: $3.57
- 1 LB Ground Beef: $6.76
- 24 OZ Pasta Sauce I did 2-24 OZ to make it extra saucy.: $5.69
- 1 Spaghetti Squash: $6.40
- 9 OZ Lasagna Noodles I like the jovial brand: $5.49
- 5 OZ Parmesan Cheese: $3.72
- 15 OZ Ricotta Cheese: $2.48
- 6 OZ Mozzarella Cheese: $2.79
- Your favorite pizza toppings
Total Cost of meal: $36.90
Serving of 6…Cost per serving: $6.15
Saturday: Healthy Hamburger Helper
Grocery List
- 1 pound ground meat, turkey or beef: $6.76
- ½ cup sweet onion: $1.19
- 1 tsp garlic powder: $0.34
- 1 tsp onion powder: $0.34
- ½ tsp sea salt: $0.10
- ½ tsp black pepper: $0.24
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast: $0.75
- 1 cup tomato sauce: $1.99
- 2 cups chicken broth: $4.99
- 1 cup canned coconut milk (Or any milk): $2.79
- 2 tsp tapioca flour, or cornstarch: $0.25
- 8 ounces pasta of choice: $4.79
Total Cost of meal: $24.53
Serving of 6…Cost per serving: $4.08
Sunday: The Lords Day- Order Out or Enjoy Leftovers
Equipment
- Crockpot
- Sheet Pan
- 9X13 Pan
- Skillets
- Veggie Chopper
- Meat Chopper
- Meat Thermometer
- Storage Containers
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring Spoons
- Measuring Cups
- Liquid Measuring Cup
Printable Grocery List!
What type of quick recipe is your favorite?
Do you have a simple, quick, and delicious recipe you use weekly? Let me know down below in the comments some of your favorite recipe!
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