Storecupboard budget meal plan

Eating on a budget doesn’t have to mean bland or repetitive meals. This storecupboard budget meal plan is designed to help you make the most of affordable kitchen staples, using versatile cooking methods and bold flavours to turn everyday ingredients into meals worth looking forward to.

These recipes have been carefully selected by our editors to stretch ingredients further while still bringing variety across the week. From pulses and noodles to grains, potatoes and storecupboard condiments, each dish uses accessible ingredients in thoughtful ways to minimise waste and get more value from every shop.

Crispy pork and broccoli noodles rely on quick-cook noodles and punchy sauces for an easy, budget-friendly dinner, while miso leek and potato soup transforms a handful of inexpensive ingredients into something rich and umami. Butter beans form the base of the baked feta ragu, adding both substance and fibre to this satisfying plant-based meal.

Storecupboard ingredients also play an important role in building flavour. Harissa and honey give chicken a sweet-and-spicy glaze, balanced by nutrient-rich squash and spelt, while capers and lemon bring brightness to the cod piccata, cutting through the richness of the cheesy leek mash.

Designed to be practical as well as comforting, this plan proves that budget cooking can still feel varied and nourishing. Whether you’re trying to spend less, use up what you already have or simply cook more efficiently, these recipes make affordable ingredients work harder without compromising on flavour.

To keep things simple, use the in-app shopping list to add ingredients from each recipe, then check the My Good Food tab for one clear, organised list before you shop.