
Meal Plans
Meal planning just got easier! Explore our growing collection of budget-friendly meal plans tailored for families of 4. Whether you’re stretching $60, planning for $100, or anywhere in between, we’ve got you covered.
Each meal plan includes:
- 6 delicious dinners with recipes your family will love.
- A complete shopping list to make grocery trips stress-free.
- Printable PDFs for convenience and easy access anytime.
Save money, reduce food waste, and enjoy family mealtime without the hassle. Ready to plan your next week of meals? Dive into our meal plans today!
Meal Ideas
Looking for fresh ways to make your meals exciting? Our Meal Ideas section is packed with inspiration to help you:
- Transform staple ingredients into mouthwatering dishes.
- Explore creative recipe collections perfect for any occasion.
- Jazz up the basics with simple tips to make everyday meals feel extra special.
From easy ways to elevate pantry staples to inventive twists on family favorites, you’ll find ideas to keep mealtime delicious, affordable, and fun. Let’s make every bite memorable!
Low Dough Family
Hi! My name is Jen! I am a wife and mom of two young kids. Over the years, the stress of always wondering what is for dinner can really take a toll.
I decided to make a resource for all families but especially those that are struggling with meal planning.
We try to share easy to follow recipes without a ton of ingredients, fun food ideas, and inspire you to start meal planning.
Grab a cup of coffee and scroll a while. If you have questions, you can always email me or come join the conversation over on Facebook!


Check us out on YouTube!
We post 2 videos a week on grocery news, tips, and ways to save money at the grocery store!
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Schnucks vs Dierbergs: Who is Cheaper?
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Shaw’s vs Stop & Shop: Who is Cheaper?
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Hy-Vee vs Cub Foods: Who is Cheaper?
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Harris Teeter vs Food Lion: Who is Cheaper?
Harris Teeter is part of the Kroger Co which is the largest grocery store operator in the US by revenue and has over 3,200 stores. Food Lion is…
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Aldi vs Albertsons: Who is Cheaper?
Aldi currently has 1600 stores located in the US and is known for having low prices. Albertsons is part of the 2nd largest grocery store corporation in the…
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Target vs Safeway: Who is Cheaper?
Safeway a large grocery store chain that operates in 17 states in the US. Target is primarily a home goods mega box store that has expanded into the…
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