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Saturday, September 26, 2009
Hungry for breakfast???
Go here to print IHOP coupons! I printed 2, one for a B1G1 entree and one for 20% off your check. Heading out now to chow down on some pancakes! Hurry, coupons expire 10/31/09!
Friday, September 25, 2009
Ross Dress For Less
Ross Dress For Less has some awesome clearance sales going on, especially on purses. I was able to snag a Nine West purse priced at $72 marked down to $15.99! I saw tons of awesome deals on Jrs, misses and coats. I wish that I could have stocked up on these items but my maternity belly just wouldnt fit! Definitely check out a local Ross for some great deals before they are gone.
Publix Baby Coupons
Just received an email with some Publix Baby coupons. Go here to print yours out. These are the same coupons that were mailed this week if you are a member of the Publix Baby Club. This is a great opportunity to stock up!
Kroger Triples - Saved 50%
Ok, I am a little late posting this. Unfortunately, I lost my Kroger receipt and just now found it. I stopped by the Brentwood Kroger Tuesday morning since they were offering triple coupons just like Harris Teeter. Unfortunately, most of the items that I planned for were long gone by the time I made my rounds but I did get a few good deals. Here is what I got:
Angel Soft 12 double roll pack
Betty Crocker Frosting
Betty Crocker Cake Mix
2 G.U.M toothbrushes
Coupons: $2.30
Bonus Coupons: $4.60
Kroger Plus Savings: $1.24
Total Savings: $8.14
Total OOP after tax: $8.38
I was definitely in need of toilet paper as well as toothbrushes. I wish that I had beat the crowd in order to get the Special K Bars, the 4 pack rolls of Angel Soft and some of the juice deals. Next time, I wont procrastinate!
Angel Soft 12 double roll pack
Betty Crocker Frosting
Betty Crocker Cake Mix
2 G.U.M toothbrushes
Coupons: $2.30
Bonus Coupons: $4.60
Kroger Plus Savings: $1.24
Total Savings: $8.14
Total OOP after tax: $8.38
I was definitely in need of toilet paper as well as toothbrushes. I wish that I had beat the crowd in order to get the Special K Bars, the 4 pack rolls of Angel Soft and some of the juice deals. Next time, I wont procrastinate!
Harris Teeter e-VIC deal
Dear e-VIC Customer,
e-VIC is designed to make sure you never miss out on the best deals at Harris Teeter. Now, e-VIC also qualifies you for a special deal JUST FOR E-VIC MEMBERS!
As a loyal customer and e-VIC member, we will automatically deduct $5 from one transaction of $50 or more between Friday, September 25th, 2009 and Sunday, September 27th, 2009!
Take advantage of this great offer through Sunday, September 27th at your local Harris Teeter.
Enjoy your weekend and enjoy your savings at Harris Teeter!
$50 purchase excludes money orders, gift cards, postage stamps, lottery/event tickets, coupons or any discounts. This offer is valid for e-VIC customers only as of September 22, 2009. One redemption per household.
e-VIC is designed to make sure you never miss out on the best deals at Harris Teeter. Now, e-VIC also qualifies you for a special deal JUST FOR E-VIC MEMBERS!
As a loyal customer and e-VIC member, we will automatically deduct $5 from one transaction of $50 or more between Friday, September 25th, 2009 and Sunday, September 27th, 2009!
Take advantage of this great offer through Sunday, September 27th at your local Harris Teeter.
Enjoy your weekend and enjoy your savings at Harris Teeter!
$50 purchase excludes money orders, gift cards, postage stamps, lottery/event tickets, coupons or any discounts. This offer is valid for e-VIC customers only as of September 22, 2009. One redemption per household.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Free Coke Zero
Register at chickenwave.com to score a free medium Coke Zero. You will be entered to win a $50 gift card for Chik-fil-a as well!
More Coupons
Save at least 50 cents on any 3/8oz package of 2% White, 2% Chocolate or 2% Strawberry Shelf Stable UHT Milk here
Save $1 on any jar of Polaner Sugar Free with Fiber Preserves and Jellies at your favorite supermarket here
Save $1 on any two Hellmann's or Best Food products at your favorite grocery store here
Save $2 on any two Huggies Pull-Ups Flushable Moist Wipes at your favorite grocery store here
Print a coupon for 20% off on Rite Aid Brand Products when you shop at Rite Aid here
Save 55 cents on 1 lb. or more of any Kretschmar Deli Product at your favorite grocery store here
Get $1 off Any Neutrogena Hair Care product at your favorite drug store here
Save $2 on AXE Hair Constrict or Intense product (excluding travel and trial size) at your favorite supermarket here
Freschetta Pizza here
Save $1 on any jar of Polaner Sugar Free with Fiber Preserves and Jellies at your favorite supermarket here
Save $1 on any two Hellmann's or Best Food products at your favorite grocery store here
Save $2 on any two Huggies Pull-Ups Flushable Moist Wipes at your favorite grocery store here
Print a coupon for 20% off on Rite Aid Brand Products when you shop at Rite Aid here
Save 55 cents on 1 lb. or more of any Kretschmar Deli Product at your favorite grocery store here
Get $1 off Any Neutrogena Hair Care product at your favorite drug store here
Save $2 on AXE Hair Constrict or Intense product (excluding travel and trial size) at your favorite supermarket here
Freschetta Pizza here
Save $1 on a Seventh Generation Cleaning Product
Go here to print a coupon good for $1 off any Seventh Generation cleaning product.
2 New Coupons
Just received an email with the following new coupons:
Print your Claritin coupon here: http://http://microsite.coupons.com/couponweb/Offers.aspx?pid=11952&nid=10&zid=it55&cid=14563373
Print your Caribou Coffee coupon here: http://microsite.coupons.com/couponweb/Offers.aspx?pid=11952&nid=10&zid=it55&cid=14570193
Print your Claritin coupon here: http://http://microsite.coupons.com/couponweb/Offers.aspx?pid=11952&nid=10&zid=it55&cid=14563373
Print your Caribou Coffee coupon here: http://microsite.coupons.com/couponweb/Offers.aspx?pid=11952&nid=10&zid=it55&cid=14570193
Healthier Apple Crisp
Over at Eat Better America , I saw a recipe for a healthy version of an Apple Crisp. Of course, with fall there are tons of apples on sale so this recipe would be perfect for taking advantage of an optimal time to purchase apples. I reviewed the nutritional data and yes this is a surprisingly healthy dish that is low in calories, fat and sodium. Here is the scoop straight from the website:
Prep Time:15 min
Start to Finish:50 min
makes:8 servings (about 2/3 cup each)
6 cups sliced unpeeled cooking apples (6 medium)
1/4 cup frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats
1/4 cup Gold Medal® whole wheat flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter or no-trans-fat 68% vegetable oil spread stick, softened
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Reduced-fat vanilla ice cream, if desired
1. Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix apples, apple juice concentrate and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon until well mixed. Spread in baking dish.
2. In same medium bowl, mix remaining ingredients until crumbly. Sprinkle over apples.
3. Bake uncovered 25 to 35 minutes or until apples are tender and topping is golden brown. Serve with ice cream.
Nutritional Information
1 Serving: Calories 190 (Calories from Fat 60); Total Fat 6g (Saturated Fat 4g, Trans Fat 0g); Cholesterol 15mg; Sodium 45mg; Total Carbohydrate 32g (Dietary Fiber 3g, Sugars 21g); Protein 2g % Daily Value*: Vitamin A 4%; Vitamin C 4%; Calcium 2%; Iron 4% Exchanges: 1 Starch; 1/2 Fruit; 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Vegetable; 1 Fat Carbohydrate Choices: 2 MyPyramid Servings: 2 tsp Fats & Oils, 1/4 c Fruits, 1 oz-equivalents Grains
*% Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Prep Time:15 min
Start to Finish:50 min
makes:8 servings (about 2/3 cup each)
6 cups sliced unpeeled cooking apples (6 medium)
1/4 cup frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats
1/4 cup Gold Medal® whole wheat flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter or no-trans-fat 68% vegetable oil spread stick, softened
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Reduced-fat vanilla ice cream, if desired
1. Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix apples, apple juice concentrate and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon until well mixed. Spread in baking dish.
2. In same medium bowl, mix remaining ingredients until crumbly. Sprinkle over apples.
3. Bake uncovered 25 to 35 minutes or until apples are tender and topping is golden brown. Serve with ice cream.
Nutritional Information
1 Serving: Calories 190 (Calories from Fat 60); Total Fat 6g (Saturated Fat 4g, Trans Fat 0g); Cholesterol 15mg; Sodium 45mg; Total Carbohydrate 32g (Dietary Fiber 3g, Sugars 21g); Protein 2g % Daily Value*: Vitamin A 4%; Vitamin C 4%; Calcium 2%; Iron 4% Exchanges: 1 Starch; 1/2 Fruit; 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Vegetable; 1 Fat Carbohydrate Choices: 2 MyPyramid Servings: 2 tsp Fats & Oils, 1/4 c Fruits, 1 oz-equivalents Grains
*% Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Eat Better America Coupons
Eat Better America has $12 in coupons available for your printing pleasure. Includes the following:
Green Ginat Fozen Veggies
Total Cereal
Progresso Soup
Fiber One
Bisquick
Nature Valley Nut cluster granola
Yoplait Yogurt
Happy printing!
Green Ginat Fozen Veggies
Total Cereal
Progresso Soup
Fiber One
Bisquick
Nature Valley Nut cluster granola
Yoplait Yogurt
Happy printing!
Free 2010 New Yorker Calendar
Who wouldnt want a FREE calendar, especially one as pretty as this one? Go here to claim your free 2010 New Yorker calendar.
Captain D's Coupons
Go here for some Captain D's coupons. Pssst...there is a coupon for a $2.50 fish meal.
Cheap Meal Alert --- Fazolis
Go here to get the skinny on 2 dinners from Fazolis for $9.99. This includes 2 pastas, 2 drinks and unlimited breadsticks!!! This is an awesome deal for a date night, cant wait to claim my cheap eats!
Adware and Malware Warning
Numerous coupon sites require that you install a coupon printer to download/print coupons. Be careful when downloading as many of these sites attach malware or adware to your computer. I have encountered numerous computer issues from downloading the coupon tools and once I removed the adware/malware, the issues subsided. I run a malware program after each download and sometimes I will remove the coupon program entirely once I have printed my coupons.
To get malware/adware programs, here are two great options. Option One: Go to Ad-Aware in order to get your free malware/adware removal tool. Option Two: Malwarebytes is an excellent choice but it does cost $24.95 to install. I am currently running Malwarebytes and it is an awesome tool. I have previously used Ad-Aware and had excellent results as well. There are fortune 500 companies utilizing Malwarebytes so it does have an impecable reputation!
Have fun couponing but remember to protect your computer!
To get malware/adware programs, here are two great options. Option One: Go to Ad-Aware in order to get your free malware/adware removal tool. Option Two: Malwarebytes is an excellent choice but it does cost $24.95 to install. I am currently running Malwarebytes and it is an awesome tool. I have previously used Ad-Aware and had excellent results as well. There are fortune 500 companies utilizing Malwarebytes so it does have an impecable reputation!
Have fun couponing but remember to protect your computer!
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Cheap Haircut and Brow Wax - You get what you pay for!
The Paul Mitchell Hair School in Antioch, TN offers very cheap hair/skin services. I have used the school before for brow waxing and facials, I was never disappointed. Last night, I went in for a "trim" and brow wax since my regular hairdresser wouldn't be available for some time. Well, this time I was a little disappointed. The brow wax was fantastic but the "trim" was not. I just wanted to trim a minimal amount off of the ends of my hair but ended up having an inch taken off and some of the strands are uneven. I cant blame the lady who trimmed my hair, she is a student after all and I knew that going in.
The total price was $15 before tip for brow wax, shampoo, cut and style. That is an amazing price! If you go, be warned that you never know how it will turn out! At least my hair is fixable so no worries here --- well except when I go to my regular hairdresser because she will give me grief for this one!
I can attest to the facials at PM school, they are awesome and a bargain for only $20! Too bad the school doesn't offer massages, I really need one of those :) They also offer cheap manicures (less than $10) and the brow wax service is $7. They offer color services as well starting at $25 but I am not brave enough to try that one out. If you do go to PM, just be warned that you will be in there for quite some time, I was there 1 and 1/2 hours last night but the amount of time spent will definitely save you the salon prices. I could have easily spent $50 or more for the services that I received.
The total price was $15 before tip for brow wax, shampoo, cut and style. That is an amazing price! If you go, be warned that you never know how it will turn out! At least my hair is fixable so no worries here --- well except when I go to my regular hairdresser because she will give me grief for this one!
I can attest to the facials at PM school, they are awesome and a bargain for only $20! Too bad the school doesn't offer massages, I really need one of those :) They also offer cheap manicures (less than $10) and the brow wax service is $7. They offer color services as well starting at $25 but I am not brave enough to try that one out. If you do go to PM, just be warned that you will be in there for quite some time, I was there 1 and 1/2 hours last night but the amount of time spent will definitely save you the salon prices. I could have easily spent $50 or more for the services that I received.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Cheap, Filling and Low Calorie Breakfast
I had a wonderful idea the other day while I was looking at a half eaten loaf of bread that was about to expire. It is hard for 2 people to polish off an entire loaf of bread before it turns bad so I decided to make French Toast and freeze it for quick morning meals. Since I didn't know how this would come out, I only made enough for 2 breakfasts. I tried the French toast this morning and it was surprisingly good. I wont lie and say that it tastes as good as fresh made French toast but it was still delicious. Here is the recipe and the cost breakdown:
For 5 breakfasts:
10 slices of Publix Light Wheat Bread (end of the week bread - approximately 1/2 loaf) @1.69/ bag x .50 = .85
4 large eggs beaten - 1.19/dozen x .33 = .39
1/2 cup of Purity Sweet Acidophilus Milk - 2.99 (normally 3.99 at Food Lion plus $1 off coupon from PurityLovers.Com) - .09
2 tsp. Imitation Vanilla - approximately 1 cent (purchased awhile back and I know I paid less than $1.50)
2 tsp. Ground cinnamon - approximately 1 cent (came from a 99 cent container)
Preheat griddle to 375 degrees
Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla and cinnamon together in a large bowl - may need to add additional milk depending on how dry your bread is. Dip slices of bread in mixture. Cook until golden on each side (approximately 3 to 5 minutes total).
One cooked, lay the individual slices on paper towels to wick away moisture. Wrap the toast in paper towels and then freeze. To reheat, place in a toaster on medium setting until heated through.
Breakdown per meal (2 slices) = .27 cents which is much better and healthier than the McDonald's dollar menu.
Calories - approximately 115
I use 1/4 c of Aunt Jemima Lite Syrup - calories = 50
I also throw in a nectarine or peach - calories = 60
For less than 300 calories, you can have a quick, healthy, cheap and simple breakfast
For 5 breakfasts:
10 slices of Publix Light Wheat Bread (end of the week bread - approximately 1/2 loaf) @1.69/ bag x .50 = .85
4 large eggs beaten - 1.19/dozen x .33 = .39
1/2 cup of Purity Sweet Acidophilus Milk - 2.99 (normally 3.99 at Food Lion plus $1 off coupon from PurityLovers.Com) - .09
2 tsp. Imitation Vanilla - approximately 1 cent (purchased awhile back and I know I paid less than $1.50)
2 tsp. Ground cinnamon - approximately 1 cent (came from a 99 cent container)
Preheat griddle to 375 degrees
Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla and cinnamon together in a large bowl - may need to add additional milk depending on how dry your bread is. Dip slices of bread in mixture. Cook until golden on each side (approximately 3 to 5 minutes total).
One cooked, lay the individual slices on paper towels to wick away moisture. Wrap the toast in paper towels and then freeze. To reheat, place in a toaster on medium setting until heated through.
Breakdown per meal (2 slices) = .27 cents which is much better and healthier than the McDonald's dollar menu.
Calories - approximately 115
I use 1/4 c of Aunt Jemima Lite Syrup - calories = 50
I also throw in a nectarine or peach - calories = 60
For less than 300 calories, you can have a quick, healthy, cheap and simple breakfast
Monday, September 21, 2009
Hallmark Cards at Publix - Saved 44%
I had to go by Publix to return some bad nectarines that I purchased yesterday ( First time I have ever had anything bad at Publix). My return went very smoothly and I also had to pick up a b-day card for a co-worker. While on the card aisle, I found a tear pad with B1G1 Hallmark coupons up to a $2.49 value. I only needed one card but heck if one more would be free then I am good with that!
I went to the cash register and it so happens that the man who processed my return was also checking people out. I handed over my 2 cards (one was $3.69 and one was $1.99) and then I handed him my coupon which was good for up to $2.49. Well, instead of taking the lowest price card off when he rang it, he took $2.49 off my purchase. He did this since I had to bring my fruit back, this is why I love Publix!
Long story short, total before coupon was $6.21, total after coupon was $3.49 so I saved 44% . If you are in need of a card, Publix is the place to go.
I went to the cash register and it so happens that the man who processed my return was also checking people out. I handed over my 2 cards (one was $3.69 and one was $1.99) and then I handed him my coupon which was good for up to $2.49. Well, instead of taking the lowest price card off when he rang it, he took $2.49 off my purchase. He did this since I had to bring my fruit back, this is why I love Publix!
Long story short, total before coupon was $6.21, total after coupon was $3.49 so I saved 44% . If you are in need of a card, Publix is the place to go.
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Never go grocery shopping with your (hungry) husband!
I am honestly trying to do much better on my grocery budget but it was blown out of the water today. Hubby and I needed to visit Lowe's and Ross for a couple of items, since Publix was in the same vicinity I suggested that we run in for a couple of staples for the week. My intention was to pick up bread, nectarines, bananas, lemons and nothing more. Here is what we left with:
Nectarines (1.78lb @ 1.49/lb = 2.65)
Wesson - $2.00 (now this is a good deal and we were running low but I should have looked for a coupon)
Publix Light Wheat Bread - $1.69 - yes, I know there was a coupon that made Nature's Pride 85 cents but I prefer Publix bread.
Lemons (2 @ 3 for 1.29 = .86)
Bananas (1.35lb @ .53/lb = .72)
Fruit Salad - 2.71
3 Smart Ones Meals ( 3 x 1.95 = 5.85)
Challah Round Bread - 2.49 (should have used my bread machine)
Single serve Publix Pomegranate/Orange tea - .75 (we already had brewed tea at home)
Quaker Chewy Bar - 1.50 (this is a good deal but I am certain that I had a coupon)
1/2 American Sub = 5.09 (he had a craving)
1/2 Roast Beef Sub = 5.09 (I followed along with his craving)
Eggs - 1.19
Penny Item = Coffee (taking it to a coworker)
Total before ad prices = 49.13
Total OOP = 39.77
I only saved 20% today but I have to post this to keep myself on track. I must not let this happen again! I learned my lesson. I love my hubby dearly but he just isnt as frugal as I am.
On a brighter note, we needed a comforter so we went to Ross. I snagged a comforter set for $24.99 plus tax. Normal retail value was $60.00! We also scored a deal on air filters at Lowe's. $5.97 for 3, normal price $7.97!
Nectarines (1.78lb @ 1.49/lb = 2.65)
Wesson - $2.00 (now this is a good deal and we were running low but I should have looked for a coupon)
Publix Light Wheat Bread - $1.69 - yes, I know there was a coupon that made Nature's Pride 85 cents but I prefer Publix bread.
Lemons (2 @ 3 for 1.29 = .86)
Bananas (1.35lb @ .53/lb = .72)
Fruit Salad - 2.71
3 Smart Ones Meals ( 3 x 1.95 = 5.85)
Challah Round Bread - 2.49 (should have used my bread machine)
Single serve Publix Pomegranate/Orange tea - .75 (we already had brewed tea at home)
Quaker Chewy Bar - 1.50 (this is a good deal but I am certain that I had a coupon)
1/2 American Sub = 5.09 (he had a craving)
1/2 Roast Beef Sub = 5.09 (I followed along with his craving)
Eggs - 1.19
Penny Item = Coffee (taking it to a coworker)
Total before ad prices = 49.13
Total OOP = 39.77
I only saved 20% today but I have to post this to keep myself on track. I must not let this happen again! I learned my lesson. I love my hubby dearly but he just isnt as frugal as I am.
On a brighter note, we needed a comforter so we went to Ross. I snagged a comforter set for $24.99 plus tax. Normal retail value was $60.00! We also scored a deal on air filters at Lowe's. $5.97 for 3, normal price $7.97!
Clinique Bonus Time
I just noticed a banner on Facebook --- Clinique Bonus Time is going on now through 9/27/09 at Dillards. Clinique is the only makeup I use --- I always time my purchase around Bonus Time. I generally purchase 2 SuperFit foundations in order to take advantage of the freebies.
New Coupons - Coupon Surfer
Just received an email from Coupon Surfer with the following new coupons:
** Save $1 on any Jerky Treats Dog Snacks (6 oz or larger) at your favorite supermarket - click here
** Save $1 on New Aquafresh iso-active Whitening at your favorite supermarket - click here
** Save $1 on Sensodyne iso-active Toothpaste at your favorite pharmacy- click here
** Save $1 on any 5 Del Monte Canned Fruits at your favorite supermarket - click here
** Get 30 4x6 prints for $3 only at Walgreens.com - click here
** Get a $4 coupon for Knox NutraJoint Products - click here
** Save at least 50 cents on any Mt. Olive pickle product at your favorite grocery store - click here
** Save $1 on any two packages of Pillsbury Refrigerated Cookie Dough at your favorite grocery store - here
** Save 25% on all photo books at Kodak Gallery - click here
** Get an extra $10 off Magazine prices - as low as $4.69 - Parents, Good Housekeeping, Oprah, Ladies Home Journey + more - click here
Some older items that are still printable:
McCormick - click here
World's Best Cat Liter - click here
Haagen Dazs - click here
** Save $1 on any Jerky Treats Dog Snacks (6 oz or larger) at your favorite supermarket - click here
** Save $1 on New Aquafresh iso-active Whitening at your favorite supermarket - click here
** Save $1 on Sensodyne iso-active Toothpaste at your favorite pharmacy- click here
** Save $1 on any 5 Del Monte Canned Fruits at your favorite supermarket - click here
** Get 30 4x6 prints for $3 only at Walgreens.com - click here
** Get a $4 coupon for Knox NutraJoint Products - click here
** Save at least 50 cents on any Mt. Olive pickle product at your favorite grocery store - click here
** Save $1 on any two packages of Pillsbury Refrigerated Cookie Dough at your favorite grocery store - here
** Save 25% on all photo books at Kodak Gallery - click here
** Get an extra $10 off Magazine prices - as low as $4.69 - Parents, Good Housekeeping, Oprah, Ladies Home Journey + more - click here
Some older items that are still printable:
McCormick - click here
World's Best Cat Liter - click here
Haagen Dazs - click here
Publix Penny Item
The Publix penny item this week is Publix coffee according to Jenny over at Southern Savers. I tend to skip this item since my husband insists that it is terrible. For a penny, you can decide for yourself.
