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Budget meal prep
A practical guide to eating well for the week on a fixed budget, with a capped grocery list.
Plan to a budget
Set a weekly cap. The generator picks meals that fit the budget before adding anything else.
Shop the list
The grocery list is built from your plan, grouped by category, so nothing extra creeps in.
Cook once, eat all week
Shared ingredients across meals cut waste and cost; rice, beans, and eggs are common anchors.
FAQ
What is a realistic weekly budget?
Many solo plans fit $35-70 a week; the budget preset defaults to $70 and the cheap tier to $35.
Is budget meal prep healthy?
Yes. Macros stay verified against USDA data even at a low budget.
Does budget take more time?
Not much: shared-ingredient plans often cook faster because you batch similar items.