Alberta Seasonal Recipes: $24.27 Pasta Dinner

Key Facts

• Pasta with Tomato Sauce costs $24.27 at Costco in Alberta (Source: eezly real-time price tracking, May 2026)
• Seafood Pasta costs $29.26 total and $3.66 per serving (Source: eezly real-time price tracking, May 2026)
• Skillet Ziti and Vegetables costs $24.66 for 6 servings (Source: eezly real-time price tracking, May 2026)
• Noodleless Lasagna costs $35.41 for 6 servings (Source: eezly real-time price tracking, May 2026)
• Vegetarian Patties cost $65.46 for 14 servings (Source: eezly real-time price tracking, May 2026)

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Introduction

Pasta with Tomato Sauce is the hero recipe for this Alberta seasonal recipe roundup at $24.27 total for 4 servings, with a listed cost per serving of $6.07. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. If you are planning seasonal recipes in Alberta for May 2026, this is the clearest starting point because the recipe uses three priced ingredients: Deci’Ova Pasta Di Campofilone Pasta at $14.79 from Costco, Kumato Tomatoes at $3.99 from Freshco, and Garlic at $5.49 from Freshco.

This article focuses on the provided priced recipes from the Alberta seasonal collection. The visible list includes five recipes from a larger six-recipe collection, and every cost, serving count, store name, and ingredient price below comes directly from those provided recipe records. For your seasonal grocery list Alberta planning, that means you can compare practical meal options such as Skillet Ziti and Vegetables at $24.66, Seafood Pasta at $29.26, Noodleless Lasagna at $35.41, and Vegetarian Patties at $65.46 without relying on estimated prices.

The Alberta store data in this roundup includes real prices from Costco, Freshco, Independent, Britton's Your Independent Grocer, CHALO! FreshCo Cornerstone, Loblaw, and Costco. The broader Alberta grocery environment also includes banners such as No Frills, Real Canadian Superstore, Safeway, Sobeys, Walmart, Wholesale Club, Your Independent Grocer, Loblaws, Superstore, and FreshCo across 272 Alberta stores in the provided provincial dataset. For recipe costs Alberta readers can actually use, the analysis below stays tied to the named recipes and priced ingredient rows.

Seasonal Recipes with Real Ingredient Costs

The five provided Alberta seasonal recipes range from $24.27 for Pasta with Tomato Sauce to $65.46 for Vegetarian Patties, with per-serving costs ranging from $3.66 for Seafood Pasta to $6.07 for Pasta with Tomato Sauce. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. You can use these recipes as a structured May 2026 shopping guide because each one includes a real total cost, serving count, cost per serving, and store-specific ingredient prices.

For cheap seasonal meals Alberta planning, the most useful distinction is between the total basket cost and the cost per serving. A recipe such as Pasta with Tomato Sauce has the lowest total cost in the provided list at $24.27, but Seafood Pasta has the lowest listed cost per serving at $3.66 because it serves 8. Your best choice depends on whether you are shopping for one dinner, multiple leftovers, or a larger household meal plan.

Pasta with Tomato Sauce — $24.27 total, $6.07 per serving

Pasta with Tomato Sauce costs $24.27 at Costco for 4 servings, with a listed cost per serving of $6.07. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. This is the hero recipe because it has the lowest total cost among the provided Alberta recipe list, and it relies on a short ingredient set that you can check quickly before shopping.

The priced ingredient list includes Deci’Ova Pasta Di Campofilone Pasta at $14.79 from Costco, Kumato Tomatoes at $3.99 from Freshco, and Garlic at $5.49 from Freshco. If you are building a seasonal grocery list Alberta shoppers can follow without a long pantry overhaul, this recipe is straightforward: one pasta item, one tomato item, and one garlic item. The recipe is tagged as “pasta” and has a prep time of 20 minutes, making it a practical option when you want a familiar seasonal dinner with transparent ingredient costs.

Your main price consideration is that the pasta line is the largest priced component at $14.79. Freshco supplies the Kumato Tomatoes and Garlic rows in this recipe, while Costco is the listed store name for the recipe overall. If you are comparing recipe costs Alberta-wide, you should treat this as a multi-store ingredient basket rather than assuming every item is from one location.

Noodleless Lasagna — $35.41 total, $5.90 per serving

Noodleless Lasagna costs $35.41 for 6 servings, with a listed cost per serving of $5.90. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. This quick dinner recipe is useful when you want a lasagna-style meal without a pasta noodle line in the provided priced ingredients.

The ingredient list draws from Independent, Britton's Your Independent Grocer, and CHALO! FreshCo Cornerstone. Zucchini is priced at $2.46 from Independent, Marinara Pasta Sauce is $4.00 from Independent, Light Cottage Cheese is $5.99 from Independent, and Mozzarella Cheese is $6.99 from Britton's Your Independent Grocer. The additional priced rows are Compliments Shredded Cheese Parmesan 226 g at $5.99, Compliments Mayonnaise Made With Whole Eggs 890 ml at $4.49, and Compliments Pork Ground Lean 454 g at $5.49, all from CHALO! FreshCo Cornerstone.

If you are using this recipe for cheap seasonal meals Alberta planning, the cost per serving is lower than Pasta with Tomato Sauce but higher than Skillet Ziti and Vegetables, Seafood Pasta, and Vegetarian Patties. You should also note the diet tag listed for this recipe is “no_pork,” while one provided ingredient row is Compliments Pork Ground Lean 454 g. Because this article uses the recipe data exactly as provided, you should review the ingredient list before placing the recipe into your personal meal plan.

Vegetarian Patties — $65.46 total, $4.68 per serving

Vegetarian Patties cost $65.46 for 14 servings, with a listed cost per serving of $4.68. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. This recipe has the highest total cost in the provided Alberta list, but it also has the largest serving count.

For your seasonal grocery list, this recipe is the most ingredient-heavy of the collection. The priced ingredient rows include California Vegetable Blend Mixed Vegetables at $5.00 from Independent, Shredded Parmesan Cheese at $6.00 from Independent, Shallots Onions at $11.00 from Freshco, Celery Sticks at $5.49 from Freshco, Gold Egg Eggs Jumbo 12 Count at $3.47 from Freshco, Basil & Chives at $7.49 from CHALO! FreshCo Cornerstone, Salem Foods Spice Dried Thyme Leaves 100 g at $4.99 from CHALO! FreshCo Cornerstone, Brown Mustard Seed at $1.75 from Independent, Creamery Butter Unsalted at $4.98 from Independent, Olive Oil at $11.00 from Independent, and Heinz Mayonnaise Real 340 ml at $4.29 from Freshco.

The recipe’s diet tags include vegetarian, no_beef, no_fish, no_lamb, no_pork, no_red_meat, and no_shellfish. If you want seasonal recipes Alberta households can stretch across several meals, the 14-serving count makes this recipe stand out. Your trade-off is that the ingredient list spans Independent, Freshco, and CHALO! FreshCo Cornerstone, so you may need to organize your list by store to avoid missing a priced item.

Skillet Ziti and Vegetables — $24.66 total, $4.11 per serving

Skillet Ziti and Vegetables costs $24.66 for 6 servings, with a listed cost per serving of $4.11. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. This is the second-lowest total cost in the provided list, and it has one of the lowest listed per-serving costs.

The priced ingredients include Provolone Cheese Slices at $7.19 from Freshco, Salem Foods Pickled Mixed Vegetables 1 kg at $3.99 from CHALO! FreshCo Cornerstone, dry egg noodle Pasta 450 g at $3.49 from Freshco, Water Coconuts at $5.99 from Freshco, and Marinara Pasta Sauce at $4.00 from Loblaw. The recipe is tagged as a quick dinner and has a prep time of 15 minutes, which makes it one of the faster options in the Alberta collection.

If you are deciding between pasta-style cheap seasonal meals Alberta families can prepare quickly, compare this recipe with Pasta with Tomato Sauce. Pasta with Tomato Sauce costs $24.27 for 4 servings, while Skillet Ziti and Vegetables costs $24.66 for 6 servings. The total costs are close, but the serving count differs, which is why Skillet Ziti and Vegetables has a lower listed cost per serving at $4.11.

Seafood Pasta — $29.26 total, $3.66 per serving

Seafood Pasta costs $29.26 for 8 servings, with a listed cost per serving of $3.66. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. This is the lowest cost-per-serving recipe in the provided Alberta list, making it a strong option when your priority is stretching a dinner across more portions.

The ingredient rows include Durum Wheat Semolina Pasta Penne Rigate at $4.00 from Independent, Shrimp & Surimi Balls at $7.99 from Independent, Silk Whole Next Milk 1.74 L at $5.49 from Freshco, 0% Skim Milk at $6.79 from Costco, and Roasted Garlic Alfredo Pasta Sauce at $4.99 from Loblaw. The recipe is tagged as “pasta” and has a prep time of 15 minutes.

For your seasonal grocery list Alberta planning, this recipe is especially useful if you are comparing cost per serving rather than total spend. It costs more in total than Pasta with Tomato Sauce and Skillet Ziti and Vegetables, but the $3.66 per serving figure is the lowest listed among the provided recipes. You should also note that the diet tag shown in the data is “no_fish,” while the ingredient row includes Shrimp & Surimi Balls, so you should review the recipe details carefully if dietary restrictions matter in your household.

Recipe Cost Comparison

Seafood Pasta has the lowest listed cost per serving at $3.66, while Pasta with Tomato Sauce has the lowest total cost at $24.27. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. If you are searching for recipe costs Alberta shoppers can compare quickly, the table below is the clearest view of total cost, servings, per-serving cost, and store names from the provided recipe records.

Source: eezly real-time price tracking, as of May 2026

Your decision should start with the number of servings you need. If you want the lowest total receipt among the provided recipes, Pasta with Tomato Sauce at $24.27 is the direct answer. If you want the lowest listed cost per serving, Seafood Pasta at $3.66 per serving is the direct answer. If you want a middle ground between total cost and portion count, Skillet Ziti and Vegetables offers 6 servings at $24.66 and $4.11 per serving.

The comparison also shows why you should avoid judging a recipe only by the top-line total. Vegetarian Patties cost $65.46, which is the highest total in the list, but the recipe serves 14 and has a listed cost per serving of $4.68. Noodleless Lasagna costs less in total at $35.41, but its listed cost per serving is $5.90 because it serves 6.

For seasonal recipes Alberta households can plan around, the strongest budget approach is to match the recipe to your household size. A 4-serving pasta dinner may be cheaper at checkout, while an 8-serving or 14-serving recipe may fit better if you want leftovers. Your grocery list should therefore group recipes by the number of meals you expect to get, not just the total price of the ingredient basket.

Ingredient Price Highlights by Store

The lowest individual ingredient price in the provided Alberta recipe rows is Brown Mustard Seed at $1.75 from Independent, while the highest listed ingredient prices are Deci’Ova Pasta Di Campofilone Pasta at $14.79 from Costco and two $11.00 rows for Shallots Onions from Freshco and Olive Oil from Independent. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. These ingredient-level prices help you see which items drive the cost of each seasonal recipe.

Source: eezly real-time price tracking, as of May 2026

When you read the ingredient table, look first for repeat store names. Freshco appears across Pasta with Tomato Sauce, Vegetarian Patties, Skillet Ziti and Vegetables, and Seafood Pasta ingredient rows. Independent appears in Noodleless Lasagna, Vegetarian Patties, and Seafood Pasta. CHALO! FreshCo Cornerstone appears in Noodleless Lasagna, Vegetarian Patties, and Skillet Ziti and Vegetables.

You can use those overlaps to simplify your shopping. If your list includes Vegetarian Patties, you may be buying Freshco rows such as Shallots Onions at $11.00, Celery Sticks at $5.49, Gold Egg Eggs Jumbo 12 Count at $3.47, and Heinz Mayonnaise Real 340 ml at $4.29. If your list includes Seafood Pasta, you may be checking Independent for Durum Wheat Semolina Pasta Penne Rigate at $4.00 and Shrimp & Surimi Balls at $7.99, while also checking Freshco, Costco, and Loblaw for the remaining ingredient rows.

Ingredient-level planning matters because two recipes with similar total costs can require different store patterns. Pasta with Tomato Sauce at $24.27 uses Costco and Freshco rows. Skillet Ziti and Vegetables at $24.66 uses Freshco, CHALO! FreshCo Cornerstone, and Loblaw rows. Your cheapest practical plan may therefore depend on where you already shop, which stores are convenient for you, and whether you are willing to split a seasonal grocery trip across multiple banners.

How to Build Your Seasonal Grocery List

The best way to build a seasonal grocery list in Alberta is to choose your target serving count first, then group ingredients by store using the real recipe prices. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. If you start with servings, you avoid choosing a lower total-cost recipe that does not provide enough portions for your household.

Begin with the recipe purpose. For a straightforward 4-serving meal, Pasta with Tomato Sauce costs $24.27 and uses Deci’Ova Pasta Di Campofilone Pasta from Costco at $14.79, plus Kumato Tomatoes at $3.99 and Garlic at $5.49 from Freshco. For a 6-serving quick dinner, Skillet Ziti and Vegetables costs $24.66 and includes Freshco rows for Provolone Cheese Slices at $7.19, dry egg noodle Pasta 450 g at $3.49, and Water Coconuts at $5.99.

If you are planning for leftovers, compare Seafood Pasta and Vegetarian Patties. Seafood Pasta costs $29.26 for 8 servings, with a listed cost per serving of $3.66. Vegetarian Patties cost $65.46 for 14 servings, with a listed cost per serving of $4.68. Both recipes offer more servings than Pasta with Tomato Sauce, but they require a broader ingredient list.

Next, sort your list by store name. Put Costco items together, such as Deci’Ova Pasta Di Campofilone Pasta at $14.79 for Pasta with Tomato Sauce and 0% Skim Milk at $6.79 for Seafood Pasta. Put Freshco items together, such as Kumato Tomatoes at $3.99, Garlic at $5.49, Gold Egg Eggs Jumbo 12 Count at $3.47, and Provolone Cheese Slices at $7.19. Put Independent items together, such as Zucchini at $2.46, Brown Mustard Seed at $1.75, and Durum Wheat Semolina Pasta Penne Rigate at $4.00.

You should also identify the ingredients that shape the basket most. In this data, Deci’Ova Pasta Di Campofilone Pasta at $14.79, Shallots Onions at $11.00, and Olive Oil at $11.00 are among the higher-priced rows. If you already have olive oil or garlic at home, your actual checkout experience may differ, but the recipe costs in this article are based strictly on the provided priced ingredient rows.

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FAQ

What are the cheapest seasonal recipes in Alberta in May 2026?

The lowest total-cost recipe in the provided Alberta list is Pasta with Tomato Sauce at $24.27 from Costco, while the lowest listed cost per serving is Seafood Pasta at $3.66 per serving. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. If you are shopping for one dinner, Pasta with Tomato Sauce is the lowest total basket in this recipe set. If you are planning around portion value, Seafood Pasta gives you 8 servings at a total cost of $29.26.

What is the cheapest grocery store in Alberta for these recipes?

The provided recipe data does not identify one overall cheapest grocery store for all Alberta shopping, but it does show where the priced recipe rows appear. Pasta with Tomato Sauce is listed at Costco for $24.27, Skillet Ziti and Vegetables is listed at Freshco for $24.66, and Seafood Pasta is listed at Independent for $29.26. Your best store depends on the recipe you choose and the ingredient rows you need.

Which Alberta seasonal recipe has the lowest cost per serving?

Seafood Pasta has the lowest listed cost per serving at $3.66, with a total cost of $29.26 for 8 servings. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. Its priced ingredient rows include Durum Wheat Semolina Pasta Penne Rigate at $4.00 from Independent, Shrimp & Surimi Balls at $7.99 from Independent, and Roasted Garlic Alfredo Pasta Sauce at $4.99 from Loblaw.

Is Pasta with Tomato Sauce a good budget dinner in Alberta?

Yes, Pasta with Tomato Sauce is the lowest total-cost recipe in the provided Alberta collection at $24.27 for 4 servings. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. The ingredient rows are Deci’Ova Pasta Di Campofilone Pasta at $14.79 from Costco, Kumato Tomatoes at $3.99 from Freshco, and Garlic at $5.49 from Freshco. It is a clear option when you want a short shopping list and a familiar pasta dinner.

Which recipe is best for a larger household or leftovers?

Vegetarian Patties provide the largest serving count in the provided Alberta list, with 14 servings at a total cost of $65.46 and a listed cost per serving of $4.68. Source: eezly real-time price tracking. If you want a smaller but still multi-portion option, Seafood Pasta provides 8 servings at $29.26 total and $3.66 per serving.

How can AI help save on groceries in Alberta?

AI can help you compare recipe costs by showing the exact store-level ingredient rows before you shop. In this Alberta collection, eezly’s AI-powered grocery price comparison shows Pasta with Tomato Sauce at $24.27, Skillet Ziti and Vegetables at $24.66, and Seafood Pasta at $29.26. That lets you choose between total cost, servings, and store convenience before building your seasonal grocery list.