Week of April 13, 2026

April 13, 2026
Family Favourites & Quick Comforts
180 min total
$175 CAD

Plan Overview

6

Dinners This Week

180

Minutes Total

$175

Estimated Cost (CAD)

44

Grocery Items

This Week's Dinners

Monday
Apr 13

Speedy Beef & Tomato Pasta

A comforting bowl of pasta coated in a savory ground beef and tomato sauce – a speedy weeknight favourite that kids love!

25 min
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 450 g Ground Beef (lean)
  • 300 g Penne or Rotini Pasta
  • 1 small Yellow Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 796 ml Canned Crushed Tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper
Tuesday
Apr 14

One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken & Roasted Veggies

Tender chicken pieces and colourful vegetables roasted together on one pan for an easy and flavourful meal with minimal cleanup.

30 min
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 500 g Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes
  • 400 g Broccoli Florets
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Dried Parsley
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper
Wednesday
Apr 15

Quick Beef & Bean Burrito Bowls

Build-your-own hearty bowls with seasoned ground beef, rice, and fresh toppings – customize it just how you like it!

25 min
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 450 g Ground Beef (lean)
  • 4 cups Cooked White Rice
  • 540 ml Canned Black Beans
  • 341 ml Canned Corn
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 0.5 cup Mild Salsa
  • 0.5 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Mild Chili Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Cumin
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
Thursday
Apr 16

Crispy Chicken Cutlets with Creamy Mac & Cheese

Golden-crispy chicken cutlets served alongside creamy, cheesy macaroni – a classic kid-approved combo that's quick to make.

30 min
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 450 g Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 250 g Elbow Macaroni
  • 0.25 cup All-purpose Flour
  • 1 large Egg
  • 0.75 cup Plain Breadcrumbs
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 2 tbsp All-purpose Flour (for sauce)
  • 2 cups Milk (2% or whole)
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper
Friday
Apr 17

Kid's Choice Quick Pizzas

Fun and customizable personal pizzas made on pre-made crusts, topped with your family's favourite mild ingredients.

20 min
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Pre-made Pizza Crusts (individual size or 2 medium)
  • 0.75 cup Pizza Sauce
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 0.5 cup Pepperoni Slices (mild)
  • 0.5 medium Bell Pepper (any colour)
Saturday
Apr 18

Classic Family Shepherd's Pie

A hearty and comforting baked dish with a savoury ground beef and vegetable filling, topped with fluffy mashed potatoes.

55 min
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 600 g Ground Beef (lean)
  • 1 kg Potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 2 medium Carrots
  • 1 medium Celery Stalk
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas and Corn Mix
  • 1 cup Beef Broth
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Milk (2% or whole)
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper

Shopping List

Produce

  • Yellow Onions 3 large
  • Garlic 1 head
  • Carrots 1 bag (1lb/450g)
  • Celery Stalks 1 medium
  • Sweet Potatoes 2 large
  • Broccoli Head or Florets 1 medium head or bag
  • Potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold) 1 bag (5lb/2.27kg)
  • Romaine Lettuce 1 head
  • Bell Pepper (any colour) 1 medium
  • Lemon 1 medium

Meat

  • Ground Beef (lean) 2 kg (Costco pack recommended)
  • Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts 1.5 kg (Costco pack recommended)
  • Pepperoni Slices (mild, optional) 1 small pack

Dairy & Refrigerated

  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese 500 g
  • Shredded Mozzarella Cheese 500 g
  • Milk (2% or whole) 1 L
  • Butter 0.5 lb (227g)
  • Sour Cream 250 ml tub
  • Large Eggs 1 dozen

Pantry

  • Penne or Rotini Pasta 1 kg
  • Elbow Macaroni 500 g
  • White Rice (long grain) 1 kg
  • Canned Crushed Tomatoes 2 x 796 ml cans
  • Canned Black Beans 1 x 540 ml can
  • Canned Corn 1 x 341 ml can
  • Tomato Paste 1 small can or tube (156ml)
  • Mild Salsa 1 jar (medium)
  • Pre-made Pizza Crusts (individual or medium) 1 pack (4 pcs or 2 med)
  • Pizza Sauce 1 jar
  • Plain Breadcrumbs 1 container/bag
  • All-purpose Flour 1 small bag (if not stocked)
  • Beef Broth 1 L carton
  • Olive Oil 1 large bottle (staple)
  • Worcestershire Sauce 1 small bottle (if not stocked)
  • Dried Oregano 1 container (if not stocked)
  • Garlic Powder 1 container (if not stocked)
  • Onion Powder 1 container (if not stocked)
  • Dried Parsley 1 container (if not stocked)
  • Paprika 1 container (if not stocked)
  • Mild Chili Powder 1 container (if not stocked)
  • Cumin 1 container (if not stocked)
  • Salt 1 container (staple)
  • Black Pepper 1 container (staple)

Frozen

  • Frozen Peas and Corn Mix 1 bag