Thrifty eats, happy family

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The grocery list (simple & affordable)

I kept this list basic so everything could be used in multiple meals:

Eggs (2 dozen)
Chicken (whole chicken or family pack pieces)
Ground beef (1 lb or less)
Potatoes (large bag)
Carrots
Celery
Onions
Frozen mixed vegetables
Rice
Pasta
Bread or tortillas
Canned tomatoes or tomato sauce
Milk (optional, depending on budget)

I also used pantry basics like:

Salt, pepper
Garlic powder
Cooking oil
Bouillon

The Meal Plan (Real-Life Week)Day 1Dinner: Roast chicken, potatoes, carrots
A simple oven meal that makes leftovers for later in the week.Day 2Breakfast: Eggs and toast
Dinner: Chicken soup (using leftover chicken + broth + veggies)Stretching the chicken is key here—you’re already getting two meals from one cook.Day 3Breakfast: Oatmeal or eggs
Dinner: Ground beef and rice skillet with onions and carrotsA fast one-pan meal that fills everyone up without costing much.Day 4Breakfast: Toast with eggs
Dinner: Pasta with tomato sauce and frozen vegetablesThis is one of the cheapest meals you can make, but still feels comforting.Day 5Breakfast: Eggs
Dinner: Chicken and vegetable stir-fry over riceUsing leftover chicken from earlier makes this super easy.Day 6Breakfast: Leftover toast or eggs
Dinner: Potato hash with onions, carrots, and eggsThis is a “clean out the fridge” meal that still tastes great.Day 7Breakfast: Simple eggs or oatmeal
Dinner: Soup night (leftover vegetables, broth, anything remaining)This is where you use up everything left so nothing goes to waste

Thrifty eats, happy family

The grocery list (simple & affordable)

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