7 Day Aldi Budget Meal Plan Feb. 8- Feb. 14

This Aldi meal plan is all about healthy, budget-friendly meals. It’s a flexible 7-day plan designed to take the guesswork out of dinner, using only Aldi ingredients to keep things affordable and convenient. The plan includes recipes and an itemized shopping list to simplify meal prep.

The recipes are designed to be easy, thrifty, and great for using pantry staples or leftovers. They’re comforting yet healthy, making them perfect for meal planning and weekend prep.

Why Aldi

For those who are new here, I just want to clarify—I don’t work for Aldi and have no affiliation with them, but they’re my favorite grocery store. Like many, I used to shop at Aldi and then visit other stores for extras, but it was taking too much time and money. So, I used my chef training to create recipes using only Aldi ingredients, and it’s been a success!

About the Aldi budget meal plan

Meal planning has been a part of my life since childhood. Growing up in a single-parent household on a fixed income, we had to avoid waste and stick to a strict budget. These experiences taught me how to make a lot out of a little, and I want to share that knowledge with you through these meal plans.

I’ve included 6 recipes, all using Aldi ingredients, so you can either have leftovers or enjoy a takeaway night. You’ll also get a shopping list to simplify meal prep.

It's more important than ever to have simple, affordable recipes with accessible ingredients, and I hope these plans help lighten your load. I love creating them and hope you find them useful!

The recipes

Easy and Rich Tomato Pasta Sauce

This hearty tomato pasta sauce is perfect for any pasta dish. Infused with aromatic herbs and a hint of cinnamon, it provides a rich, flavourful base that's both easy to make and delicious.

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Beef Cobbler With Cheddar Scones Recipe

Tender fall apart beef in a thick and rich gravy all topped with fluffy cheddar baked biscuits. The perfect slow cooked beef stew.

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The BEST Easy Slow Cooker Chilli Con Carne

Easy slow cooker chilli con carne is a simple and healthy homemade dinner perfect for batch cooking and feeding a crowd.

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Creamy Coconut Chicken Curry Recipe

This Coconut Chicken Curry is a fragrant and flavourful dish combining tender chicken with rich spices and creamy coconut milk. It's perfect for a cozy dinner and pairs wonderfully with rice or naan.

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The Best One Pot Bacon and Lentil Soup

This bacon and lentil soup is a perfect blend of savoury pancetta, tender lentils, and fresh vegetables, creating a comforting and nutritious meal. Perfect for a cozy dinner or to meal prep for the week.

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Crispy Chinese Lemon Chicken

Easy, crispy chicken bites in a sweet and garlicky Asian style lemon sauce. This one pan chicken dinner is the perfect take out alternative.

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The details

All these meals are designed to serve a family of 4. Some recipes make enough leftovers for two nights or lunch the next day. While I truly believe there is no one-size-fits-all meal plan, I did my best to come up with something that appeals to almost everyone.

• *Before you print off the shopping list, double-check your pantry or cupboards to make sure you don't double up on ingredients.
• *The shopping list assumes you have olive or vegetable oil and salt and pepper.

The meal plan

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Meet the Chef!

Hi, I'm Debs, a Cordon Bleu-trained chef dedicated to helping you create unforgettable meals on a budget. Discover more about my journey and dive into a world of foolproof recipes designed for those who love to eat well without overspending.

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