Midweek Meal Planning 6/24/15 (2026 Guide)

Saving money on midweek meal planning does not need to be complicated. Here is a clear, no nonsense rundown of what works and how to make the most of it.

Key Takeaways

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• Monday: Remember those giant pork loins that were discounted at Jewel last week?
• Tuesday: Leftover pork roast, salad, corn, fruit.
• Wednesday: Picked up a $.99 garlic bread from Fresh Thyme right now, which made just lovely hot sandwiches with the rest of the leftover pork roast.

Where the Real Savings Hide

It’s more traditional to meal plan on the weekend, but since our Chicago grocery deals mostly flip midweek, and since Wednesday hump day is when numerous of us begin running out of steam, we buck the trend here and go with Wednesdays. Sunday: Father's Day Carson's Ribs.

Worth noting: i chopped one in half and cooked it up  (see above) -- that recipe forthcoming on Sunday -- with potatoes, fruit, and corn on the cob. Thursday: MashupDad is working late and with running near to various kids' activities in the afternoon/evening, it's up in the air... if I get motivated, I may bake up some potatoes and have the whole "top your own potato and salad 'bar'" aspect going.

A Closer Look at Midweek Meal Planning

More importantly, oR, I may grab a rotisserie chicken. OR, I may grab Jimmy John's...

Friday: Portobello Poblano Tacos -- Portobellos and tortillas were affordable at ALDI earlier this week, and poblanos from Caputo's. Corn on the cob, fruit.

What to Know About Midweek Meal Planning

Remember that saturday: I wish to try the free Saffron Road tikka masala simmer sauce from Fresh Thyme, and have chicken and naan in the freezer. Not sure on sides yet, maybe spinach, rice, Straightforward Spicy Curried Chickpeas.

Your turn How’s your week of meal planning going? Are you cooking mostly out of your pantry, or are you taking advantage of this week’s grocery sales?

How Midweek Meal Planning Really Works

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I save money on midweek meal planning?

Compare prices across a few retailers, look for active coupon codes, and time bigger buys around sales events. Sunday: Father's Day Carson's Ribs.

Is it worth shopping around for midweek meal planning?

Usually yes. Worth noting: i chopped one in half and cooked it up  (see above) -- that recipe forthcoming on Sunday -- with potatoes, fruit, and corn on the cob.

Smart Ways to Save More on Midweek Meal Planning

• Pair cashback with a coupon so you save twice on the same order.
• Stack a coupon code with an existing sale whenever the store allows it.
• Sign up for the retailer newsletter to catch first time and seasonal discounts.
• Compare the final price including shipping, not just the headline number.
• Check for student, military, or first order offers you may qualify for.

Final Thoughts

The bottom line on midweek meal planning: a little research goes a long way. Compare your options, watch for seasonal offers, and never pay full price when a better deal is a click away.

Originally published at mashupmom.com.