Midweek meal planning 8/13/15 (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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• Or Thursdays. (I told you it's been a crazy week!) So here's our week: Sunday: Dinner out with Nana.
• Worth noting: wednesday: Chicken enchiladas with homemade sauce (recipe forthcoming!).
• Saturday: Grilling up the chicken sausage and corn I just got at Fresh Thyme.

Getting the Most From Midweek Meal Planning

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. Tuesday: Sandwiches & salad & fruit.

I used my last couple packs of expiring Perdue Short Cuts from the last Jewel sale on these, but they're BOGO again this week (or any leftover cooked chicken will do.) Thursday: Leftover enchiladas. Friday: I think I'm going to thaw out some pork chops and serve them with roasted balsamic cherry tomatoes, since we have a TON of garden tomatoes here.

Tips That Make a Difference

More importantly, 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?

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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. Tuesday: Sandwiches & salad & fruit.

Is it worth shopping around for midweek meal planning?

Usually yes. I used my last couple packs of expiring Perdue Short Cuts from the last Jewel sale on these, but they're BOGO again this week (or any leftover cooked chicken will do.) Thursday: Leftover enchiladas.

Smart Ways to Save More on Midweek Meal Planning

• Time non urgent purchases around major sale events for the deepest cuts.
• Leave items in your cart for a day; some stores send a follow up discount.
• 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.

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.