Family Budget Meal Plan 122

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In this budget meal plan 122, we've curated 5 dinner recipes that are not only mouthwatering but also gentle on your wallet. Our goal is to save you time and money, so we've included a handy prep guide cheat sheet and a free shopping list.

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Whether you're seeking budget-friendly lunches or quick, hassle-free dinner options, our meal plan caters to every family member's taste. Discover valuable tips for saving on groceries without compromising nutrition. With our FREE shopping list and one-week meal plan, you can enjoy both scrumptious and budget-friendly dishes.

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Explore our regular meal plans or opt for our £25 budget plans. Whichever you choose, rest assured that you'll relish affordable dinners that will please the entire family, without requiring any costly services.

The Recipes

The BEST Easy Thai Red Curry Meatballs
These juicy, tender Thai meatballs are bursting with bold, exotic flavours. The perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and savoury, with a hint of lemongrass and coriander. And they're ready in 30 minutes!
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Turkey meatballs in Thai red curry sauce.
Easy One Pot Smoky 5 Bean Chilli- Vegetarian
Smoky 5 bean chilli is a hearty, flavourful dish combining five types of beans simmered in a rich, smoky chilli sauce. Perfect for a comforting, nutritious meal.
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Smoky 5 bean chilli in a white bowl.
Easy Beef Stir Fry In A Sticky Asian Sauce
This easy beef stir-fry recipe is quick and easy to make with any vegetable you like! Lean tender rump steak, fresh ginger, garlic, and Sriracha add a kick of heat.
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Beef stir fry with Asian sauce, and peppers with rice in a bowl.
Easy One Pot Mushroom Stroganoff
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this creamy mushroom stroganoff. Perfectly balanced with savoury mushrooms and a rich, tangy sauce, this dish is a delight for both vegetarians and vegans.
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Creamy mushroom stroganoff with parsley and noodles in a white bowl.
Simple Sausage Traybake
A sausage traybake that is full of flavourful roasted veggies and the most perfect silky pan sauce. An all-in-one dinner that everyone will love!
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sausage tray bake with potatoes and onions.

Shopping List

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Budget meal plan 122 quick tips.
Budget meal plan 122 shopping list.

It's always helpful to have some pantry and freezer staples on hand to help get dinners on the table quickly. Below, I've listed some staples that I always have, in order to pull together healthy and easy dinners quickly.

You can also check out our other recipe collections like these easy chicken pasta recipes, vegetarian recipes, or these easy curry chicken dinners.

Pantry Staples

If you're new to Aldi or new to the website I'll give you a quick rundown of the pantry staples and favourite fresh food that I always like to have on hand.

  • olive oil 
  • brown rice 
  • white rice or basmati
  • tinned beans- black beans, kidney beans and chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
  • soy sauce- light and dark
  • small flour tortilla- great for making tortilla chips or wraps
  • coconut oil- please don't even ask me why coconut oil is so expensive everywhere else, but for some reason, in Aldi, it's a fraction of the price. It's also great for skincare, so it's a great pantry item.
  • tinned tomatoes- or you can use passata which is a smooth tomato sauce Perfect for making this tomato and spinach gnocchi.
  • peanut butter- honestly, the smooth pb from Aldi is on par with any high-end brand name. And it's a key ingredient in these Asian chicken lettuce wraps or use it to make the peanut sauce for these quick and easy Chinese noodles.
  • Fresh vegetables, fruits and whole foods  ground beef (mince)
  • chicken breasts 
  • grape tomatoes 
  • green onions
  • feta cheese
  • cottage cheese or Greek yoghurt- I change it up weekly
  • sour cream or creme fraiche
  • Cheese- this usually depends on what types of cheese feature in that week's Aldi meal plan that I'm creating.

Our budget dinner ideas constantly evolve, featuring a mix of classic Savvy Bites recipes and new additions each week. Each recipe specifies the number of servings and provides nutritional information. Most recipes serve a family of 4 with leftovers, while slow cooker recipes typically cater to up to 6 people. Plus, we offer tips on storing and reheating leftovers to minimize food waste.

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For meal planning assistance, check out our weekly Aldi-only meal plans, free for subscribers. Or, learn to craft your own plans with our quick meal planning course featuring these recipes.

Craving more comfort food? Visit our sister site, Salted Mint, for easy, delicious recipes with everyday ingredients.

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