Week 150 Meal Plan with Complete Shopping List

Here is this week’s meal plan with make-ahead tips, freezer instructions, and simple ways to make supper easier.

On the Menu This Week

Saturday: Balsamic Roast Beef (French Dip Sandwiches) + Chips + Chewy Sugar Cookies (Slow Cooker; cookbook suggests 15 minutes active time)

Sunday: Breakfast for Supper – French Toast + Bacon + Mini Quiche + Fresh Fruit (about 20 minutes if prepared ahead)

Monday: Fettuccine Alfredo with homemade Alfredo sauce + House Salad (30 minutes; components can be made ahead)

Tuesday: Chicken Enchiladas + Cilantro Lime Rice + House Salad (slow cooker option available; can be prepped in about 30 minutes)

Wednesday: Leftovers or takeout

Thursday: Make-Ahead Thanksgiving menu featuring cranberry salsa with cream cheese (all dishes can be prepared ahead)

Friday: Turkey Day, Take Two — turkey salad, wraps, and other delicious uses for leftovers

Meal Plan Tips:

Thanksgiving week is here, and this plan is built to help you enjoy the holiday instead of rush through it. I’ve scheduled two Thanksgiving-style meals: an extended family lunch earlier in the week and our traditional meal on Thursday. Because of that, Sunday’s dinner is an easy “breakfast for supper” so I can pace the preparations and enjoy time with family.

Saturday: Balsamic Beef French Dip Sandwiches — This balsamic roast beef is a longtime favorite. I often make the roast in the slow cooker, which yields a rich gravy perfect for dipping the sandwiches. Slow cooking makes the meat tender and lets you prep sides or desserts while it cooks.

Sunday: Breakfast for Supper — With a big family lunch planned earlier, supper should be simple. French toast takes only minutes to assemble and is always a crowd-pleaser. Bake the bacon in the oven for even cooking and less mess, or make it ahead and reheat. Mini quiches freeze beautifully, so making a batch in advance gives you a ready-to-serve option for busy holiday days.

Monday: Fettuccine Alfredo — A classic and comforting choice that comes together in under 30 minutes. Prepare the Alfredo sauce while the pasta cooks for a fast, satisfying dinner. Pair with a simple house salad you can toss together or make ahead and dress at the last minute.

Tuesday: Chicken Enchiladas — If you cook chicken in the slow cooker earlier in the day or the day before, assembling enchiladas becomes a quick task. A simple blender-style enchilada sauce takes minutes and tastes fresh, making this dinner both easy and flavorful.

Thursday: Make-Ahead Thanksgiving — Plan and prepare as much as you can in advance so the day itself is relaxed. When sides and casseroles are ready or only need reheating, you’ll have time to enjoy the parade and conversations instead of being tied to the kitchen.

Friday: Turkey Day, Take Two — Use leftover turkey for salads, wraps, sandwiches, and casseroles. A simple turkey salad or a hearty wrap makes for an easy, satisfying meal and stretches your holiday leftovers into another enjoyable day.

Wishing you a peaceful, delicious Thanksgiving week. Plan ahead where you can, prioritize the moments you want to savor, and rely on make-ahead staples to keep the holiday relaxed.