I’m not really a lover of summer meal planning, but boy does it make life easier and more affordable. So I begrudgingly do it. And if I’m going to work on this anyway, why not share it with you? Hopefully my ideas will make your planning a little easier in some way.
For us, summertime meal planning involves a lot of grilling out. (Which means more meat and more expense. So I also try to plan some frugal meals for our more relaxed days.) If I didn’t own a grill (and we went without one for a few years, so we’ve definitely been there), I would likely bake these meals in the oven or fry them on the stove.
This meal plan is for two weeks worth of meals in our home. I try to keep things simple and repeat our favorite meals.
Breakfast
- cereal
- cinnamon rolls
- banana bread
- baked oatmeal
Lunch
- PB&J or lunchmeat sandwiches
- leftovers
- mac & cheese
- quesadillas
Supper
- grilled hamburgers and hot dogs x2
- grilled brats and metts
- grilled chicken breast x2
- big salads
- grilled pork chops
- marinated baked chicken drumsticks
- pizza x2
- tacos x2
- hamburger casserole
- bbq hamburger sandwiches
Sides will include potatoes, noodles, or rice along with a big variety of chopped fresh veggies (yay for summer produce!)
Snacks and desserts
- ice cream
- strawberry shortcake
- graham crackers
- fresh fruit
- rice cakes
So what’s on your summertime menu? Leave a comment (or post your link if you blog) and help us reluctant meal planners out!
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I'm Jamie, and I want to help you afford a beautiful life with your family. 
