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Menu Plan #283

 Menu Plan #283


NOTE- 

1- Click on the picture and get a link to a post sharing the recipe. 

2- Although all prices were correct at the time of the blog postings, the current cost of preparation of these dishes may be higher due to inflation and location.     


April  USDA Low Food Plan

According to this plan, our family would have a budget of $185.70 per week.  We elevate our dining experiences by including fresh fruits, vegetables, and higher-quality meats.  Since we have health concerns and are active individuals, we limit our processed food choices.   

     


Here is what we did this week to make our week easier: 


Breakfast Options: 

Yogurt

Avocado Toast

Smoothies


Lunch Options:


BBQ Chicken Legs

Salad

Bento Boxes


Monday


Baked Shrimp

Rice 

Broccoli

Salad


Tuesday

Tacos

Salad


Wednesday

Leftovers


Thursday

Sandwiches

Salad

Fruit 


Friday

Grilled Chicken

Roasted Potatoes

California Blend

Salad


Saturday

Salmon

Rice

Broccoli

Salad


Sunday

Mississippi Pot Roast

Roasted Potatoes

Steamed Vegetables

Salad




M- Jambala 

T- L/O Pot Roast Tacos 

W- Pork Chops

Th- Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwichs

Fri- Shrimp Pasta

Sat- Hamburgers

Sun- Steak 


* Indicate that the recipe is a new one for our family.    


The link is below if you are interested in last week’s Menu Plan. 


Menu Plan #282


What is your meal plan for this week?


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