DonKats Services, Inc.

About us: My wife Kathy and myself live in Gulfport Mississippi. We developed a Conversational Prompting AI process that integrates multiple data sources to help people with making ends meet by making the best choice in reducing food cost, daily menus creation, and expenses for a  unique family’s individual requirements that are Balanced, Nutritious and Cost-Effective Staples. Our technology business is www.donkats.com

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Example Conversational Prompting Process:

The process focuses on creating a budget-friendly weekly meal plan for a family with three kids can be done by focusing on simple, nutritious, and cost-effective meals.

Creating a meal plan on an $80 weekly budget for you and your three children requires strategic shopping, meal prepping, and focusing on affordable, nutritious ingredients. Here’s a budget-friendly weekly meal plan for breakfast, lunch, and dinner that ensures variety, nutrition, and cost-effectiveness.

General Tips for Budget-Friendly Meal Planning

1. Buy in Bulk – Rice, pasta, oats, beans, and frozen vegetables are affordable and last longer.
2. Use Simple Ingredients – Stick to budget-friendly staples like eggs, potatoes, canned goods, and seasonal produce.
3. Cook in Batches – Preparing meals in bulk saves time and money.
4. Minimize Waste – Use leftovers creatively (e.g., roasted chicken for dinner can be turned into sandwiches for lunch).
5. Shop Smart – Look for sales, discount stores, and store-brand items.

Budget-Friendly Weekly Meal Plan ($80)

• Serving 4 People (You + 3 Kids)
• Balanced and Nutritious
• Cost-Effective Staples

Example Question: I am a single mother on a limited budget $80 per week and have 3 children's between the ages of 10, 13 and 16 and need to build a weekly plan for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Here’s a sample weekly plan for breakfast, lunch, and dinner that balances cost with nutrition:

Breakfast (Daily)📌 Staples: Oatmeal, eggs, peanut butter, bread, bananas, and milk

• Monday – Oatmeal with peanut butter & banana
• Tuesday – Scrambled eggs & toast
• Wednesday – Yogurt (store-brand) with granola & apple slices
• Thursday – Peanut butter toast & banana
• Friday – Scrambled eggs & toast
• Saturday – Pancakes (flour, eggs, milk, baking powder) with syrup
• Sunday – Oatmeal with cinnamon & fruit

Lunch (Daily)📌 Staples: Whole wheat bread, peanut butter, canned tuna, cheese, beans, rice, eggs, and vegetables

• Monday – PB&J sandwich, apple, and carrots
• Tuesday – Tuna sandwich with mayo, side of cucumber slices
• Wednesday – Egg salad sandwich & orange slices
• Thursday – Cheese quesadilla (flour tortillas & cheese) & apple
• Friday – Rice & beans with cheese
• Saturday – Leftover quesadilla & fruit
• Sunday – Peanut butter toast & boiled eggs

Dinner (Budget-Friendly & Easy)📌 Staples: Ground beef, chicken, pasta, frozen veggies, potatoes, and canned tomatoes

• Monday – Spaghetti with tomato sauce & ground beef, side of frozen veggies
• Tuesday – Rice & beans with seasoned ground beef
• Wednesday – Chicken drumsticks, roasted potatoes, & steamed veggies
• Thursday – Grilled cheese sandwich & tomato soup
• Friday – Baked potatoes with cheese & canned beans
• Saturday – Homemade pizza (flour tortillas, tomato sauce, cheese, toppings)
• Sunday – Chicken & rice with mixed veggies

Grocery List (Approx. $80)🛒 Grains & Staples:

• Oatmeal – $3
• Rice (5 lbs) – $5
• Pasta (2 packs) – $3
• Bread (2 loaves) – $4
• Flour – $3
• Tortillas – $3

🛒 Proteins:

• Eggs (18 count) – $4
• Peanut Butter – $3
• Canned Tuna (3 cans) – $4
• Ground Beef (2 lbs) – $8
• Chicken Drumsticks (4 lbs) – $7
• Cheese (block or shredded) – $5

🛒 Vegetables & Fruits:

• Bananas (6-8) – $3
• Apples (bag) – $4
• Carrots – $2
• Cucumber – $2
• Frozen Mixed Veggies – $4
• Potatoes (5 lbs) – $4
• Canned Tomatoes (2) – $3

🛒 Other:

• Yogurt – $3
• Tomato Sauce – $2
• Syrup – $3
• Mayonnaise – $3
• Butter – $3
• Milk (1 gallon) – $4

✅ Total: ~$78-$80