Plan to shop on a Friday or Saturday so you can do the bulk of your meal preparation on the weekend.
If you have the time, plan an additional, shorter shopping trip mid-week to restock any perishables that are running low: vegetables, fruit, milk, meats, etc.
Many grocery stores now offer a relatively inexpensive delivery service. You can make your selections online and have the groceries delivered right to your door within a day or two. You can save favorite items or staple lists so that you don’t have to recreate a new list each time. Online grocery shopping can actually save you money by cutting down on impulse buys. Factoring in your saved shopping time and gas money, online grocery shopping and delivery is a convenient and reasonable option for many busy families committed to home cooking.