Here are my 31 meal plans. Each recipe feeds my family of seven. I have used most of them for years, adapting them as needed. Some are original to my mother, and others I created myself. They are all very tasty, and none have a total family price over $15.00. However, the prices are only estimates based on my average cost in 2010, Oklahoma. I often change my menu based on what is on sale. The recipes are low in white sugar, white flour, and other processed foods. They can be easily converted to what is available and fresh, or to your taste.
They are coded as follows:
B=BBQ (can be modified for the oven/broiler)
C=CHEAP (est. cost $10.00 or less)
M=MEATLESS (a real money saver)
T=TIME SAVER (prep and cook time under 30 minutes, not incl. marination)
F=FREEZES WELL (for making and reheating)
BBQ Sunday Meals:
Chicken and Wild Rice, Beets B
Steaks and Asparagus with Bearnaise Sauce B,T
Strawberry Chicken and Couscous B
Beef Brats and Three-Bean Salad B,T
Pineapple Chicken, Cauliflower B,T
Tender BBQ Ribs with Potato Salad B
Side Salad Monday Meals:
Mexican Flautas and Salad M, C
Crock Pot Lasagna C
Chili with Cornbread and Salad M,C
Citrus Flank Steak, Orange Salad
Pasta with Zucchini, Salad M,C,T,F
Black Bean Enchiladas and Salad M,C,F
Large Loaded Potatoes with Salad M,C
Cheeseburgers on Whole Wheat Buns, Salad C,T
Meals for Tuesday through Thursday:
Baked Peachy Chicken with Brown Rice, Beets C
American Beef Goulash T,F
Spinach Quiche, Fruit Salad M
Meatloaf with Mexican Corn, Baked Potatoes
Penne with Green Beans, Bread C,M,T
Roasted Chicken and Veggies, Applesauce C
Pot Roast and Veggies
Homemade Mac and Cheese with Brocoli M,C,F
Stuffed Peppers (or Cabbage)
White Pasta with Peas M,C,T
Beef Sandwiches with Mushrooms, Peppers and Onions T
Pesto Pasta with Whole Grain Bread M,C,T
Stuffed Shells M,C,F
Chicken (or Turkey) and Potatoes, with Curried Beans
Chicken Tenders with Spiced Squash T
Westerns on Whole Wheat Buns with Fruit M,C,T
Turkey and Apple Wraps C,T
Pork Chops and Scalloped Potatoes, Applesauce
Swedish Meatballs over Rice/Noodles
Dessert Recipes - these are more liberal with white sugar and flour (1x weekly)
