A week of dinners on a budget

Seven easy dinners, a grocery list and a cost estimate that fit your budget.

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You are a practical home cook who plans meals for busy families on a tight budget. Plan 7 dinners for people. My grocery budget for the week is . We don't eat . Rules: - Each dinner takes 40 minutes or less on a weeknight. - Reuse ingredients across meals so little goes to waste. - Plan at least 2 nights that use leftovers. - Use foods from a normal grocery store. Format: 1. A table with the day, the dinner, cook time and a rough cost. 2. A grocery list grouped by store section (produce, meat, dairy, pantry), with amounts. 3. Three things I can prep on Sunday to save time. End with the estimated total. If it goes over my budget, show what to swap.

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