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Free budget meal plan

Get a free weekly family meal plan with a shopping list

Tell us how many people you're feeding, any dietary needs and the kitchen equipment you have. We'll email you a sample week of budget-friendly dinners and a combined shopping list, built from recipes on The Meals Deal, usually within 3 business days.

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A sample week of dinnersChosen from our recipes to fit your family size and diet

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One combined shopping listOrganized by store section, with ingredients shared between meals

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Leftover and batch-cooking ideasSo one cooking session covers more than one meal

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Links to every recipeStep-by-step instructions you can print

Free, with no strings attached. We don't sell groceries, meal kits or subscriptions, and we can't guarantee specific savings โ€” prices vary by store. Prefer to do it yourself? Use our grocery-saving guide.

Request your free plan

Takes about a minute. Required fields are marked *.

Kitchen equipment you have (select any)

Free. No credit card. No newsletter. We never sell your information.

How it works

From request to meal plan

1

Send your request

Fill out the short form. You'll see a confirmation right away.

2

We build your plan

A member of our team picks recipes that fit your household and equipment, and combines the shopping list.

3

Check your inbox

Your plan arrives by email, usually within 3 business days.

Questions about meal plan requests

Is it really free?

Yes. There's no charge and nothing to buy. The Meals Deal doesn't sell groceries, meal kits or subscriptions. The website may show ads to help cover costs.

How much will I save?

We can't promise a specific amount. Grocery prices vary by store, region and season, and savings depend on what you currently spend. The plan is designed around affordable staples and shared ingredients to help you shop efficiently.

How will you use my information?

Only to create and email your meal plan and answer any follow-up questions. We don't sell or share your personal information, add you to a mailing list or use it for advertising. Requests are deleted within 12 months, or sooner if you ask. See our Privacy Notice.

Is this nutrition or medical advice?

No. Plans are general meal suggestions using our published recipes. For medical diets or specific nutritional needs, please consult a doctor or registered dietitian. See our disclaimer.

I didn't get my plan

Check your spam or promotions folder. If it's been more than 3 business days, email us at [email protected].

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