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I've always liked Aldi, but the store became an essential stop when my 2 kids were born. Here are 10 things I get to make easy meals.
I've always liked Aldi, but the store became an essential stop when my 2 kids were born. Here are 10 things I get to make easy meals.
Matt NgOct 22, 2024, 00:32 IST
<p class="ingestion featured-caption">As a dad of two kids, I grab ingredients for easy meals that the whole family can enjoy.Matt Ng</p><ul class="summary-list"><li>I like to make <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-trader-joes-frozen-refrigerated-premade-items-2024-9">easy meals</a> for my family of four with ingredients from my local UK Aldi.</li><li>I use the Brooklea Greek-style natural yogurt to make a tzatziki dip.</li></ul><p>Before having kids, my partner and I liked going to the grocery store to pick up fancy meats and meal kits. But now that we have two children to feed, we balance those pricier shopping sprees with <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/aldi-cheapest-place-to-buy-groceries-favorite-things-shopping-list-2024-9">budget-friendly finds at Aldi</a>.</p><p>When I stop at the store — named the <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/supermarkets/article/supermarket-price-comparison-aPpYp9j1MFin">UK's cheapest supermarket in September 2024</a> by the consumer group Which — I always find a great selection of high-quality items to choose from.</p><p>Here are some of my favorite things to get at Aldi to make easy <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-whole-foods-prepared-family-meals-which-to-skip">meals for my family</a>.</p>
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The Village Bakery white tortilla wraps are incredibly versatile.
I serve the Village Bakery white tortilla wraps with meat and vegetables.Matt Ng
When the colder nights draw in, I reach for the Knorr chicken-stock pot.
The Knorr chicken-stock pot has great flavor.Matt Ng
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The Deli Italian-antipasto selection is a great snack for kids and parents.
The Deli Italian-antipasto selection comes with three different kinds of meat.Matt Ng
My daughter helps make a homemade dinner with the Ready, Set ... Cook! pizza dough.
Each package of Ready, Set ... Cook! pizza dough comes with parchment paper.Matt Ng
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The Fishmonger salmon is a favorite in our household.
My kids both enjoy The Fishmonger salmon.Matt Ng
If you ask me, the Nature's Pick British Brussels sprouts are good at any time of year.
Though many kids don't like the vegetable, mine enjoy the Nature's Pick British Brussels sprouts.Matt Ng
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I make an easy tzatziki sauce with the Brooklea Greek-style natural yogurt.
This Brooklea Greek-style natural yogurt is a staple for my homemade dip.Matt Ng
I combine the Ready, Set ... Cook! rice noodles with my leftovers.
The Ready, Set ... Cook! rice noodles are great for when I need a quick meal.Matt Ng
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My eldest child loves cucumbers, so we always have a few in the pantry.
I use cucumbers to make a refreshing side dish or snack.Matt Ng
We love Mediterranean-inspired food, so the Ashfields 20%-fat British lamb mince is another staple for us.
I make meatballs with the Ashfields 20%-fat British lamb mince.Matt Ng