It can be hard to hit the grocery store during the day, especially for busy people and parents on the move. Walmart already offers in-store pickup (where personal shoppers grab items from your grocery list) and grocery delivery through their app. But the store wants to make it even easier to shop.
Walmart’s new service, InHome, will send delivery employees straight into your kitchen!
Here’s How It Works
InHome allows shoppers to order grocery staples, and have them delivered straight to your refrigerator, even if you aren’t home. Groceries will cost the same as if you were buying them yourself at Walmart, but with an added delivery fee. The chain has yet to announce exactly how much the fee will be, but having the extra time in your day could be worth it.
So why take existing delivery services to the next level? Walmart hopes that this new service will help shoppers achieve Fridgetopia, AKA “the feeling your refrigerator gets when it’s stocked with everything you need.”
You might want to clean out your refrigerator first, though. Here’s where to start.
Is the Service Safe?
This service allows for you to get an in-home grocery delivery even if you’re not home, which could pose a potential security concern. But Walmart is attempting to cover all the bases:
- You choose whether delivery employees enter through the garage or front door
- A smart device enables one-time access during the delivery window
- Delivery employees, who will be trained Walmart employees that have worked at a local store for at least one year, will be equipped with wearable cameras so you can watch the entire drop-off process
It sounds high-tech, but it’s not even the most unusual move Walmart has made lately. Have you seen robots in your local Walmart yet?
When Can I Order?
According to InHome’s FAQ page, a test launch of the new program will begin this fall in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Kansas City, Missouri and Vero Beach, Florida, with expansion to more locations planned before things go nationwide at the end of 2020.
Use the time you save to check a recipe off your baking bucket list!
Use This Meal Plan to Build Your Grocery List
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Day 1: Sneaky Turkey Meatballs
Like most kids, mine refuse to eat certain veggies. In order to feed them healthy foods, I have to be sneaky sometimes. The veggies in this recipe keep the meatballs moist while providing nutrients—and I'm happy to say my kids love 'em. —Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas Goes Great With: Lemon Roasted Fingerlings and Brussels Sprouts
Day 2: Arrabbiata Sauce with Zucchini Noodles
This popular Italian dish is very spicy and full of flavor. We decided to recreate one of our favorite jarred sauces and serve over zucchini pasta for a lighter, healthier meal that's naturally gluten-free. The results were amazing! —Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
Goes Great With: Cherry Tomato Salad
Day 3: Grilled Buttermilk Chicken
I created this recipe years ago, after one of our farmers market customers, a chef, shared the idea of marinating chicken in buttermilk. The chicken is easy to prepare and always turns out moist and delicious! I "bruise" the thyme sprigs by twisting them before adding to the buttermilk mixture; this releases the oils in the leaves and flavor the chicken better. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Goes Great With: Nectarine and Beet Salad
Day 4: Asian Salmon Tacos
This Asian/Mexican fusion dish is ready in minutes—perfect for on-the-run-meals! If the salmon begins to stick, add 2-3 tablespoons of water and continue cooking through. —Marisa Raponi, Vaughan, Ontario
Goes Great With: Almond Strawberry Salad
Day 5: Crispy Asian Chicken Salad
Asian flavor, crunchy almonds and crispy breaded chicken make this hearty salad something special. —Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado
Goes Great With: Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
Day 6: Turkey-Stuffed Bell Peppers
This well-seasoned entree is so tasty, you won’t even miss having real cheddar cheese. Round out the meal with a salad or a side of rice. Thanks to Judy Hand-Truitt from Birmingham, Alabama for sharing the recipe.
Goes Great With: Garden Tomato Salad
Day 7: Asparagus Tofu Stir-Fry
With its flavorful ginger sauce and fresh vegetables, this tasty dish is a favorite. I get rave reviews every time I serve it, and it doesn’t bother my husband’s food allergies. —Phyllis Smith, Chimacum, Washington
Goes Great With: Confetti Jicama Salad
Day 8: Crispy Fish & Chips
A British pub classic turns crown jewel when you add horseradish, panko and Worcestershire. You can also try it with white fish like cod or haddock. —Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Goes Great With: Lime-Honey Fruit Salad
Day 9: Zucchini Crust Pizza
My mother-in-law shared the recipe for this unique pizza with me. It's just right for brunch, lunch or a light supper. Loosen the nutritious zucchini crust from the pan with a metal spatula. —Ruth Denomme, Englehart, Ontario
Goes Great With: Roasted Green Beans with Lemon & Walnuts
Day 10: Seasoned Tilapia Fillets
If you need a healthy, keep-it-simple solution to dinner tonight, you just found it. This restaurant-quality tilapia fillet recipe relies on spices you're likely to have on hand to deliver big flavor. This is how to make tilapia. —Dana Alexander, Lebanon, Missouri
Goes Great With: Sauteed Squash with Tomatoes & Onions
Day 11: Flavorful Chicken Fajitas
This flavorful recipe is definitely on my weeknight dinner rotation. The chicken fajita marinade in these popular wraps is mouthwatering. They go together in a snap and always get raves! —Julie Sterchi, Campbellsville, Kentucky
Goes Great With: Orzo with Peppers & Spinach
Day 12: Confetti Kielbasa Skillet
Here's one of my husband's favorite dishes. When it's in season, substitute fresh corn for frozen. Add a dash of cayenne pepper if you like a little heat. —Sheila Gomez, Shawnee, Kansas
Goes Great With: Heirloom Tomato Salad
Day 13: Shrimp Orzo with Feta
Tender, hearty and flavorful, this recipe is one of my favorites! Garlic and a splash of lemon add to the fresh taste and heart-healthy benefits of shrimp. —Sarah Hummel, Moon Township, Pennsylvania
Goes Great With: Spring Asparagus
Day 14: Tuna and White Bean Lettuce Wraps
Say bye-bye to ho-hum tuna salad. Here's a recipe we actually look forward to eating. —Heather Senger, Madison, Wisconsin
Goes Great With: Spicy Grilled Eggplant
Day 15: Summer Steak Kabobs
These steak kabobs not only satisfy my love of outdoor cooking, they feature a mouthwatering marinade, too. It's terrific with chicken and pork, but I prefer it with beef because it tenderizes remarkably well. —Christi Ross, Guthrie, Texas
Goes Great With: Basil Grilled Corn on the Cob
Day 16: Mom's Spanish Rice
My mom is famous for her Spanish rice recipe, the ultimate comfort food. When I want a taste of home, I whip up this dish. Punch up the flavor with a little lime and extra chili powder. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Goes Great With: Mixed Greens with Lemon Champagne Vinaigrette
Day 17: Cuban-Style Pork Chops
These are like Cuban sandwiches without the bread, so they’re a bit more elegant. Let your family customize theirs with pickles, mustard and other condiments. —Erica Allen, Tuckerton, New Jersey
Goes Great With: Smoky Cauliflower
Day 18: Mahi Mahi & Veggie Skillet
Cooking mahi mahi with a mix of vegetables may seem complex, but I developed this skillet recipe to bring out the wow factor without the hassle and fuss. —Solomon Wang, Arlington, Texas
Goes Great With: Veggie Nicoise Salad
Day 19: Roasted Vegetable Strata
With the abundance of zucchini my family has in the fall, this is the perfect dish to use what we have. Cheesy and rich, this is a warm, classic breakfast dish sure to please! —Colleen Doucette, Truro, Nova Scotia
Goes Great With: Dill & Chive Peas
Day 20: Hearty Chicken Gyros
I love reinventing classic recipes to fit our taste and healthy living lifestyle. This recipe is quick to prepare and can be served with oven fries or on its own. You can add Greek olives, omit the onion, or even use cubed pork tenderloin for a new taste. —Kayla Douthitt, Elizabethtown, Kentucky
Goes Great With: Eggplant Fries
Day 21: Beef & Bulgur-Stuffed Zucchini Boats
My mom frequently cooked giant zucchini that she grew in her garden. I adapted this recipe from one of her favorite weeknight meals. Though I love the taste of fresh-picked zucchini, the ones I've bought from the grocery store work great, too.—Susan Peterson, Blaine, Minnesota.
Goes Great With: Grilled Potatoes & Peppers
Day 22: California Quinoa
I’m always changing this salad up. Here I used tomato, zucchini and olives for a Greek-inspired salad. Try adding a few more favorite fresh veggies you know your family will love. —Elizabeth Lubin, Huntington Beach, California
Goes Great With: Mixed Fruit with Lemon-Basil Dressing
Day 23: Pan-Roasted Chicken and Vegetables
This one-dish roast chicken with vegetables tastes as if it took hours of hands-on time to put together, but the simple ingredients can be prepped in mere minutes. The rosemary gives it a rich flavor, and the meat juices cook the veggies to perfection. It’s unbelievably easy! —Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, Wisconsin
Goes Great With: Spring Pea & Radish Salad
Day 24: Mediterranean Pork and Orzo
On a really busy day, this meal-in-a-bowl is one of my top picks. It's quick to put together, leaving a lot more time to relax at the table. —Mary Relyea, Canastota, New York
Goes Great With: Fresh Artichokes with Lemon-Yogurt Dip
Day 25: Corn, Rice & Bean Burritos
No one will miss the meat when you dish up these satisfying burritos bursting with a fresh-tasting filling. They’re fast to fix and won’t put a dent in your wallet. —Sharon W. Bickett, Chester, South Carolina
Goes Great With: Sweet Potato Fries with Blue Cheese
Day 26: Gingered Honey Salmon
Ginger, garlic powder and green onion blend nicely in an easy marinade that gives pleasant flavor to salmon. We also like to use this versatile mixture when grilling chicken, but we've found it tastes even better when marinated in the fridge overnight. —Dan Strumberger, Farmington, Minnesota
Goes Great With: Golden Zucchini Pancakes
Day 27: Parmesan Chicken with Artichoke Hearts
I've liked the chicken and artichoke combo for a long time. Here's my own lemony twist. With all the praise it gets, this dinner is so much fun to serve. —Carly Giles, Hoquiam, Washington
Goes Great With: Dijon Veggies with Couscous
Day 28: Stuffed Vegetarian Shells
When my aunt first told me about these shells, they sounded like a lot of work—but the recipe whips up in no time. Sometimes I add a little cooked bacon to the ricotta filling. —Amelia Hopkin, Salt Lake, Utah
Goes Great With: Broccoli with Garlic, Bacon & Parmesan
Day 29: Whole Wheat Veggie Pizza
A wonderful crust layered with herbed tomato sauce and toppings encourages my family of six to dig right in to this low-fat main course. —Denise Warner, Red Lodge, Montana
Goes Great With: Michigan Cherry Salad
Day 30: Baja Pork Tacos
This delicious pork tacos recipe is my copycat version of the most excellent Mexican food we ever had in Flagstaff, Arizona. The original recipe used beef instead of pork, but this comes mighty close to the same taste. —Ariella Winn, Mesquite, Texas
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