Family Budget Meal Plan 127

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In this budget meal plan 127, 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 complimentary shopping list.

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Affordable and Effortless: A Meal Plan for Everyone

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.

More Choices, More Savings

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 Fish Pie
This easy fish pie combines tender white fish, salmon, and prawns in a rich, creamy sauce topped with golden mashed potatoes. Perfect for a comforting meal.
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Fish pie in a baking dish with mashed potato topping.
The Best And Easiest Gnocchi Bake
This Gnocchi Bake is a comforting, easy-to-make dish that combines tender gnocchi with a creamy tomato and ricotta sauce, fresh spinach, and melty mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner!
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Baked gnocchi with lots of melted cheese.
Creamy Coconut Salmon Curry
Easy coconut salmon curry! Salmon fillets roasted with a spice rub and finished in a Thai red curry coconut sauce with spinach. An easy 30-minute dinner.
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Coconut salmon curry in a creamy curry sauce on a white plate with spinach and rice.
15 Minute Turkey Stir Fry
Tender turkey, colour vegetables, and a spicy, tangy homemade Asian-style sauce team up in this easy 15-minute turkey stir-fry. An easy and cheap dinner for any night.
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Turkey Mince Stir Fry in a bowl with rice and vegetables.
Pork Yuk Sung- Mince Pork
These pork yuk sung lettuce wraps are the perfect dinner! Saucy pork mince, crisp lettuce leaves and lots of peanut sauce!
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The meal plan

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Budget Meal Plan Tip Sheet.

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

About the Budget Meal Plan

Our budget dinner ideas are constantly evolving, 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.

Join us in creating delightful, inspiring, and healthy meals without breaking the bank. Let's savour the goodness while being mindful of our resources!

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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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