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Meal Plan #12 is here and it is includes a recipe for shrimp, nachos and even a London Broil Recipe. Your family will love the variety and how quick and easy these recipe are.

If you have leftovers, scroll to the bottom for simple ways to use them to save time and money. Your family won’t know they are eating leftovers.

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Picture of the meals from this week's meal plan: Nacho Bar, Beef and Macaroni Skillet Dinner, Slow Cooker Crack Chicken, London Broil Marinade, French Toast Sticks, and Strawberry Icebox Cake
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Printable Grocery List

To make your life even easier you can print the grocery list for all of these meals to easily shop at the grocery store. This will save you time and money as everything is categorized by store.

Monday – Panko Shrimp

Change up your shrimp recipe and make Panko Shrimp. Crispy, crunchy shrimp is served as an appetizer, main dish, or as a side dish. This Air Fryer French Fries is one of the best side dishes to make for a more filling meal that everyone will enjoy!

Panko Shrimp
This panko fried shrimp turns out super crispy, thanks to the panko breadcrumbs.
Panko Shrimp

Tuesday – Nacho Bar

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your guests by setting up buffet-style with this amazing Nacho Bar.

A plate of nachos topped with melted cheese, ground meat, black beans, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, and more—perfect for trying out new nacho bar ideas. Surrounding bowls offer sliced olives, beans, limes, and extra green onions.
Nacho Bar
The slow cooker does all the work making this so easy. Plus, the toppings bar allows everyone to get exactly what they want.
Nacho Bar

Wednesday – Slow Cooker Crack Chicken

Slow Cooker Crack Chicken is comfort food in every single bite. The cream cheese blended with the ranch and bacon makes this an unforgettable recipe. You can easily serve it with a side of Caesar Salad.

A slow cooker crack chicken sandwich topped with grated cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and green onions, served on a golden, toasted bun on a black plate.
Slow Cooker Crack Chicken
Crack Chicken Crock Pot Recipe combines delicious boneless skinless chicken breast, cream cheese, ranch and bacon.
Slow Cooker Crack Chicken

Thursday – Beef and Macaroni Skillet Dinner

If you have big eaters and you need something budget-friendly, this Skillet Macaroni and Beef is a great recipe everyone will enjoy.

Beef and Macaroni Skillet Dinner
This skillet macaroni and beef recipe does not disappoint. It is loaded with pasta, beef, and veggies with tons of flavor!
Beef and Macaroni Skillet Dinner

Friday – London Broil Marinade

Sometimes you just need a good steak and this London Broil marinade is the perfect and frugal way to enjoy steak at home. You don’t even have to spend a lot on sides because you can make your own, like this Foil Pack Grilled Red Potatoes and Grilled Broccoli.

Close-up of a juicy, medium-rare roast beef, seasoned with herbs, pepper, and a hint of London Broil Marinade, partially sliced on a dark surface. Fresh parsley is sprinkled on top, adding a touch of green to the dish.
London Broil Marinade
The ingredients are simple and the flavor is amazing. This is an quick and easy marinade.
London Broil Marinade

Breakfast – French Toast Sticks

All you need is a few ingredients and you can serve your family a delicious breakfast that is budget-friendly with these homemade French toast sticks.

Strawberry syrup and chocolate syrup on a plate.
French Toast Sticks
They’re super simple to make and freeze perfectly for those hectic mornings. Not to mention that their flavor is out of this world.
French Toast Sticks

Dessert – Strawberry Icebox Cake

With only 3 ingredients, this dessert can be made in a flash! It’s the perfect summer dessert or any time of the year!

A slice of Strawberry Icebox Cake with layers of whipped cream, graham crackers, and fresh strawberries is served on a pink plate. A fork and more cake are visible in the background.
Strawberry Icebox Cake
The strawberries and whipped topping blend to make decadent layers between the graham crackers. This easy dessert reminds me of strawberry shortcake.
Strawberry Icebox Cake

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Easy Side Dish Recipes

Ways to Use Leftovers

  • Panko Shrimp – If you have leftover panko shrimp, you can easily make Easy Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe or Fish Tacos Recipe.
  • Nachos Bar – The toppings from your nachos bar would be delicious in this Taco Bowl Recipe.
  • Slow Cooker Crack Chicken – With your crack chicken leftovers, place in a casserole dish and top with cheese for a delicious Crack Chicken Dip.
  • London Broil – We love making steak with this London Broil Marinade. If you have leftovers, shred it and make Steak Tacos.

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