July Giveaway

My July giveaway is going to be the biggest yet....in size that is. I am giving away a summer grilling package with condiments, spices, marinades, and a few surprises! My hubby loves to grill, and I love to eat, so it works out. To enter the giveaway, please leave a grilling tip or recipe in the comment section. If you want more than one chance, here is how...

1. Leave a grilling tip or recipe with your email address. (This must be done first before you can add any other entries.)

2. Subscribe to my blog.

3. Blog about my giveaway and leave me a link. (Make sure you link to this post.)

4. Tweet about my giveaway and leave me a link.

I hope everyone has a great fourth and a yummy July! The winner will be picked on July 31st by 12 noon eastern time. Good Luck!

June Giveaway Winner!

Drumroll.......and the lucky follower is #1 Mary Ann! I would have never guessed #1 if I were picking numbers. That is why www.random.org is so great! I have sent an email, Mary Ann, so please respond as soon as possible. I also have a second runner up who will win if Mary Ann doesn't respond within one week, and I will contact that person if necessary. Thanks for following! I need some creative suggestions for my July giveaway. Please leave me a comment if you have any ideas!

Lowes Foods Success!

I got all this for $5.73 and Saved over $22! Please ask me how if you have any questions!

Hotcouponworld Free E-Book

I was checking out hotcouponworld this morning, and I ran across this great free e-book. It talks about how to effectively use an entertainment book/guide for your maximum savings. The Charlotte entertainment book is great for people who live in the immediate area (I don't). If you live in a metro area and have bought the entertainment book in the past or have considered buying it, this e-book is a quick must read!

Lowes Foods 7/1 Match-ups

The credit for most of these match-ups needs to go to katncaed at Hot Coupon World!

Meat:
Boneless Ribeye Steak - $5.88lb (Food Lion is supposed to be $4.88)
Steak-Umm - B1G1 - $4.49 sale price
Carolina Pride Jumbo Franks - $.99
Oscar Mayer Bologna - $.99
Carolina Pride Smoked Sausage $1.49 $1.50/2, 6/21 SS
Ball Park Hot Dogs - $2.00
-$1/2 6/28 RP & 6/07 RP + numerous FREE Buns wyb Ball Park or $3.00 off Watermelon wyb Ball Park

Produce:
Watermelon - $2.88
Grannysmith Apples - $1.29lb
Fresh Express - $1.50

Other:
Claussen Pickles - $2.50
$.75/1 05-10-09 SS (expires 7/5)
Stars Potato Salad - B1G1 - $1.84 sale price
Pepsi 12pk - $3.00 + B4G1 = 5 for $12
Lay's Potato Chips - B1G1 - $1.54 sale price
Florida's Natural OJ - $1.99
Ritz - B1G1 - $1.79 sale price -$1/1 IP
Minute Maid Fruit Drinks - $1.25
Dannon Activia - $2.00 -$1/1 05-10-09 SS
Simply Potatoes - B1G1 - $1.32 sale price
Daisy Sour Cream - $1.66 -$.60/1, $.50/1, $1/2 05-31-09 RP
Reddi Wip - $2.00 -$1/2 ,$.50/1 06-21-09 SS
Philadelphia Cream Cheese - $1.50 -$1/2 IP
Turkey Hill Tea - $1.39 -$1/2 06-21-09 RP
Dean's French Onion Dip - $1.50
KC Masterpiece BBQ sauce - $1.50
-KC Masterpiece Barbecue Sauce or Marinade, (1) 28 oz or larger bottle, and Kingsford or Kingsford Match Light Charcoal, (1) 13.5 lb or larger bag - 06-21-09 RP
Mt Olives Pickles - $2.50 -$.55 blinkies or .50/1 6-28-09 SS
Hunts Ketchup - $1.25 -$.20/1, $1/2 06-21-09 SS (Still a 3 week coupon for .79)
Bush's Baked Beans - $1.66-$1/2 IP found here: http://www.racesavers.com/coupons.php
McCormick Grill Mates Seasonings $.61 sale price -$1/1 04-05-09 RP
McCormick Rub Grill Mates $1.62 sale price -$1/1 04-05-09 RP
McCormick Black Pepper - $2.29 -$1/1 05-10-09 RP
Lawry's Seasoning Salt - $1.50 -$.50/1, $.50/2 05-17-09 RP
A.1. Steak Sauce - $2.99-$2/1 06-14-09 SS -$2/1 ip
A.1. Marinades - B1G1 - $1.58 sale price-$2/1 06-14-09 SS (the IP says steak sauce, not marinade, so please don't use on this)
Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad - $1.25 -$1/2, $.50/2 05-17-09 SS
Kingsford Charcoal 8.5/9lb - $4.99
LF Cheese Singles - B2G3 - must buy 5
Kraft Dressing 16oz - $1.58 -$1/1 06-21-09 SS
Kraft Cool Whip - $.99
Pepperidge Farm Layer Cake $1.85 sale price
Edwards Cream Pie - $5.99 -$1.25/2 06-21-09 SS
Bacardi Mixers - $2.00-$.55/2 ip
Doritos - B1G1 - $1.83 sale price
Texas Pete Hot Dog Chili $.39 sale price-0.50/3 Any 10 Oz. Cans - 05-17-09 RP
Van Camp's Pork & Beans $.34 sale price
Ocean Spray Drink Mix - B2G3 - must buy 5
Gatorade 8pk - $4.99 -$1/1 hangtag
Capri Sun - $2.00 $1/1 SUNRISE ONLY 04-19-09 SS
Crystal Light - $2.00 $2/2, $1/1 IP
Cheerios - $2.00 $1/2 06-14-09 SS
Kraft Mayo/Miracle Whip - $2.99 -$1/1 06-14-09 SS
Kellogg's Pop Tarts - $2.50 -$1/2, $1/1, $.50/1 06-07-09 RP
Uncle Bens Ready Rice - $1.69 (Try Me Free coupon from 6-28-09 RP)
No Yolks Wacky Mac - $1.19 $.50/1 03-15-09 SS
Crisco Oil - $2.99 $1/2, $.55/1 06-07-09 RP
Folgers Coffee - $6.99 -$1/2, $.25/1, $.50/1 06-07-09 RP
Planters Nuts - $2.50 $1/2 6-28-09 RP
Tostitos Chips - $2.50
Chinet Plates - $3.99 -$1/1 06-28-09 SS
Scott Napkins - $1.00
Kleenex Facial Tissue - $3.50 -$.55/1 blinkie
Scott Bath Tissue 12pk - $6.99 -$1/1 ip 06-28-09 SS
Solo Heavy Duty Plates - $2.50-$.75/1 ip
Buy 2 Kellogg's Cereals @ 2/$5 and get Corn Flakes Touch of Honey FREE

Buy any 4 and get a $4.00 OYNO catalina: Most of these have a $1/1 or $1/2 coupon
Eskimo Pie - $2.50
Edy's Fruit Bars - $2.50
Edy's Ice Cream - B1G1 - $2.65 sale price
Skinny Cow - $3.99
Edy's Dibs - $2.50
Haagen-Dazs - $3.00
Nestle Drumstick - $2.50

New Toy for Blog, Work, and Travel

I am posting from my newest great deal and toy. I have to give the credit to my hubby. He found me this awesome laptop for less than $360 including shipping and cash back from ebates. We got it on Newegg for a really good price! I have wanted one for quite some time now, and we could finally afford it! Yea!

Menu Monday

Monday-Smoked Sausage Jambalaya with Fresh Picked Okra!
Tuesday-Sticky Chicken (I haven't tested this one, but it looks good)
Wednesday-Dinner with friends
Thursday-Sour Cream Enchiladas
Friday-Homemade Pizza
Saturday-Grilled steak, grilled chicken, salad, baked potatoes, corn on cob

We are hopefully hosting a cookout on the 4th of July with 6-12 people. I would love to try a great dessert recipe if anyone has any ideas. My only two ideas are homemade ice cream or banana pudding with whipped cream.

For more recipe ideas, visit I'm an Organizing Junkie.

2nd Harris Teeter Trip

I got all this for $4.79 and saved $39.17!

Water (found $1 peelie, which made it less than $2)
2 Pringles (.19 each after $1.00 coupon for each)
2 Borden Cheese (Free after coupon)
1 Electrasol (raincheck and coupon from two weeks ago)
1 Playtex gloves (Free after coupon from yesterday's paper)
1 Ideal sweetener (.19 after $1 coupon)
1 Hot Shot spray (Free)
1 Reynolds foil (.97 after coupon)
1 Cottage Cheese (half price BOGO)
1 Frosted Mini Wheats (Free)
1 Campbells Supper Bakes (.44 after $1 coupon)
1 Croutons (Free)

I also used a $3 coupon that I got from my last trip. These super doubles aren't bad, but I am already missing triple coupons!

Drug Store Blues

Maybe you all can cheer me up, but I have the drug store blues. There aren't any deals that excite me this week. I may pick up some free Stayfree at Riteaid for my grandma, but sometimes they won't let you use a BOGO with a BOGO coupon. Does anyone see anything great or exciting that I am missing. Please leave me a comment if you find a hot deal. I am going through CVS and Walgreens withdrawal, but I just don't want to go and spend a bunch of money when I am fully stockpiled. I will pass along any deals I find, but drop me a line if you find a really great deal this week!

Last 3 Days for $10 Gift Card Giveaway!

I just wanted to remind you that I will pick a winner in my June Giveaway on the 30th. You must be following my blog in some way and you must leave a comment here. Good Luck!

Home and 1st Harris Teeter Trip!

I got all this for $15.51! I also got back a $3 off catalina coupon for my next order. AND I have a mail in rebate for $3.59 for the flatbread melts! I thought I did pretty good for my very first super doubles trip ever!

Making Money from Rebates

This month I have a rebate check for $62.89 coming from Riteaid, and I only spent around $45. Plus I got tons of products.

Right now is a great time of year to find rebates in the grocery stores.

I have

$15 off 50 (ready to submit) for sunscreen, coolers, drinks, and ice.
$10 off $15 purchase of meat and 2 bags of charcoal.
$10 off meat and marinade $20 purchase.
$10 off produce and cheese $20 purchase.
$15 off $30 purchase on things for a BBQ!

These rebates are a great way to save on things you were already going to buy or splurge just a little for entertaining this summer!

What rebates do you currently have?

Lowes Foods Coupon Matchups and Good deals

These aren't the best match-ups I have posted, but I did my best this week! Hope this helps!
Meat:
Whole Boston Butt Pork Roast - $.99lb
Oscar Mayer Franks - B1G1 $1/2 coupon
Sirloin Steak - $4.99lb

Seafood:
Fresh Cod Filets - $5.99lb
Fresh Catfish Filets - $4.99
Snapper Filets - $6.99lb
Bay Scallops - $6.99lb
Lemon Pepper Haddock Filets - $3.00
Beacon Light Flounder Fliets - $4.99
Full Circle Alaskan Salmon - $6.99lb
Lobster Tails w/Butter - $15.99

Produce:
Peaches - $.69lb
Cherries - $3.99lb
Watermelon - $2.99
Mangos - $.99lb


Other:
Select Kellogg's Cereal - B1G1 $1 coupons
Hamburger Helper - $1.00 .75 off 3
Breyers Ice Cream - B1G1 $1/2 coupon
Wisk Liquid 2X - B1G1
Doritos - B1G1
Keebler Chips Deluxe - B1G1
Sun-Maid Raisins - $1.50
Manwich - $1.50 .40/2
Jet Puff Marshmallow Cream - $.99
Nature's Own Hot Dog/Hamburger Buns - B1G1
A.1. Marinades - B1G1
-$2/1 06-14-09 SS
Wheat Thins - $2.50
-B1G1 Nabisco Wheat Thins Crackers Variety, Any (1) 7.5 Oz. To 10 Oz. Free WYB (1) Nabisco Ritz Crackers, Any 13.86 Oz. To 16 Oz. One Coupon Per Person, Per Transaction - 05-17-09 SS - valid up to $3.49
Kool-Aid Singles - $.18
-$2 off wyb 10 Kool Aid packets 06-21-09 SS
-b10g2f tearpad
-b10g $1 off sugar tearpad
Cottonelle - $5.99
$.50/1 06-14-09 SS
Fancy Feast Cat Food - $.60
-$1/6 05-17-09 SS
Hefty Freezer/Storage Bags - $3.29
-$1/1 blinkies
Reynolds Aluminum Foil - $3.00 $1/1
Purex Complete - $5.99
-$2/1 06-14-09 SS

Dairy & Frozen:
Eggo Waffles - B1G1

Sargento Sliced Cheese - $3.00
-$1/2 or .40/1 06-21-09 SS
Oikos Greek Yougurt - $1.50
-IP
Sara Lee Pound Cake - $2.50
-$1/1 05-17-09 RP

Stockpiling 101

What is stockpiling?

There are two ways that most bargain hunters grocery shop: stockpiling (a lot) and shopping for needs (a little) . Need shopping is buying what you need on a weekly basis like produce or milk or buying an item that you need for a meal plan during the week. Because it’s an immediate need, you often pay more than the lowest price for a certain item. When shopping for needs, always check the area sales flyers for the week. If you can't run to several stores, take your ads to Walmart for price matching. This will help you reduce costs on need-based shopping.

By stockpiling items you’ll eventually need, you will save hundreds of dollars each month. Supermarkets have about a 12 week sale cycle. (Most things go on sale about every twelve weeks.) There are some exceptions to this rule. For example, soup is mostly on sale during the winter and condiments during the summer. But no matter what, only a few items will be featured on sale each week. So if you shop only for what you need, you’ll save on a small percentage of these items and overspend on your other needs. Stockpiling with matching coupons and sales will help you buy items at rock-bottom prices. I use my sales flyers, other bloggers, and hotcouponworld to help me match my coupons to get the very best deals.

Most people find that it takes 3 to 6 months to have a well-rounded stockpile. When this finally happens your needs shopping goes way down.When I started my stockpile, I spent about the same amount as always, but was bringing home way more food/groceries. At the 6 month mark, I had reduced my grocery budget in half. Now, 18 months later, I only spend $100 per week on everything (eating out, beauty supplies, clothing, food, etc.) It has been a pretty amazing journey, and now I have the chance to share it with you!

Harris Teeter Super Double Coupons Start 6/23

These match-ups are from the hard workers at Hot Coupon World. I think that this will be interesting shopping. There aren't as many freebies as at triple coupons, but there are some things in this list that are great prices for what is there. Happy Shopping!

4 oz Johnson & John Baby Powder- $1.79
$1/1 any baby product 4/26 RP= free

Ocean Spray Cranberry/Grapefruit Juice - B1G1- $3.79 for 2
$1/1 Ocean Spray Grapefruit Juice Or Juice Drink, Any 64 Oz. - 05-31-09 RP = free

Cheerios (regular) - $2.00
$1.50/1 Cheerios - found in pampers diapers = free
.55/1 Coupons from Betty Crocker (regular) = .90 a box
$1/2 General Mills Cereal: - 06-14-09 SS = $2 for 2

Sure for Men deodorant is $2.59
$1.50/2 05/03/09 SS= free

Kraft Shredded & Chunk Cheese - $2.00
$1/1 2% cheese - Welcome to pureKRAFT.com = free
.50/1 Kraft 2% Milk Natural Cheese (Shreds or Chunks) (tearpad) = $1

Still a moneymaker with the cat deal going on:
Valid 6/19-7/12

Buy 3- get $2
Buy 4 get $3
Buy5 get $4 oyno catalina

All items must be purchased in same trip. Includes cheese items listed below - 6 oz or greater

Klondike Bars - BOGO through 6/30 or $2.34
$1.25/1 Klondike 6pack - Family is its own reward Publix book = free

Dannon Activa - 2/$4
$1/1 Dannon Activia, Activia Light, Activia Fiber, Or Activia Drinks, Any 4-Pack (DND5) - 05-10-09 SS = free
$1/1 Print Your Coupon = free

Kotex Pantiliners (22ct.): $2.58 for 2
$1.50/2 blinkie (found at food lion & publix)= free

Hefty Plastic Cups $2.00
-$1/1 any Plastic cups WT = free

$1/1 Starbucks drink from today's paper (6/21 SS) will make for free Starbucks Frappuccinos, which are normally priced @ $1.79!

Kellogg’s Frosted Mini-Wheats - B1G1 - $1.745 for 1
$1/1 6/07 RP = free
$1/1 Kellogg's Frosted Mini-Wheats Cereal, Any 14.5 Oz. + (Vocal Point) = free (also BOGO qs you can combine with this)= free

Lawry’s Marinades - B1G1 - $1.625 for 1
$1/1 hangtags = free

bumble bee pouch 1.29
=-$1/1 06-14 SS=FREE

Hot Shot Spray - B1G1 - $3.99 to $4.69 so 1/2 price during sale
$1.50/1 Hot Shot Product, Any - 06-07-09 SS = free
$1.50/1 Hot Shot Insecticide, Any - All You, July 2009= fre

Colgate Total - B1G1- $3.29 for 2 or $1.645 for 1
$1/1 Colgate Total, Max Fresh, Max White, Sensitive or Kids Toothpaste, Any 4 Oz. + - 06-07-09 SS = free

Dole Fruit Bowls 2/$4
- Dole Fruit Bowls, Gels or Parfaits, Any - Family Circle, July 2009 $1/1 or
- Dole Fruit Bowls, Gels, or Parfaits, Any (Bricks Link) $1/2 (campaign over)
= Free/1 or $2/2

Jack Daniels BBQ Sauce 2/$4
- Jack Daniel's Barbecue Sauce, Any 19 Oz. + Bottle (Bricks Link) $1/1
= Free

French's Spicy Brown Mustard $1.89
- French's Classic Yellow Mustard Or Spicy Brown Mustard, Any (DND 5) $1 blinkie
= Free

reach floss 1.59
06-14-09 SS
$1.00/1
=FREE

Kraft Dressing - $2.50
$1.50/1 Save $1.50/1 (16 oz+) Kraft salad dressing tearpad - free
$1/1 Kraft Salad Dressing, any variety - 06-21-09 SS = .50
$1/1 Kraft Salad Dressing, Any - Sunset, June 2009 = .50

Borden Cheese Sensations (1.87)
$1/1 (All You June)
Final: Free

If Cake Mate candles count as "decorating items"
candles (.99)
$1/2 (All You June)
Final: free (2 of them)

Pringles - 1.99
$1/1 - P&G rebate booklet = free

Johnson & Johnson First Aid Products = various prices- $1/1 coupon is in 5/17 RP
J&J First Aid All Purpose Cloth Tape = .49
J&J First Aid Rolled Gauze = .69
J&J First Aid Waterproof Tape =.29
J&J First Aid Gauze Pads, Small (10ct.)= .06

Johnsons Baby Bar 2.19
$1/1 4/26 RP = .19

Pert Plus for Men 3.27
$1.50/1 5/3 SS = .27

Dawn pure essentials (3.29)
$1.50/1 (06-07-09 PG)
Final: .29

Buitoni pasta- $2.29 or tortellini/ravioli - $3.79
$1/1 any pasta or sauce 6/21 SS = .29 to $1.79

Greased Lightening: 3.39
1.50/1 5/17 SS: .39
*Free if still on sale for 2.79

Playtex Gloves 2.49
$1/1 5/3 SS = $.49

10 ct tylenol extra strength 2.50
-$1/1 06-07-09 RP=.50

Hormel Chili Master - $2.50
$1/1 Hormel Chili Master Chili, Any (tearpad) = .50

Garnier Fructis Shampoo - $2.50
$1/1 Garnier Fructis, on any style product (excludes trial size) - 06-21-09 RP = .50

Right Guard Xtreme - $2.50
$1/1 Right Guard, Dry Idea Or Soft & Dri Product, Any - 04-19-09 SS = .50

Tabasco $2.50
$1/1 Tabasco Brand Family Of Flavors, Any - 05-17-09 SS = .50 (exp 6.28)

Band-Aid Adhesive Bandages - Flexible Fabric - Assorted- $2.55
$1/1 any one Band Aid 4/26 RP= .55

Chinet Plastic Cups - Pizazz Blue 2.59
$1/1 5/3/09 SS = .59

Kashi Waffles: 3.59
1.50/1 vocalpoint mailer: .59

Right Guard Anit-Persperant - Solid Sport Invisible Cool 2.69
$1/1 4/19 SS = .69

Athenos Feta =$2.69
$1/1 Coupons IP =.69

Hefty onezip bags (2.75)
$1/1 (05-17-09 RP)
Final: .75

King's Hawaiian products start at 1.39 (4 ct rolls)
$1/2 (All You June)
Final: .78 for 2

DiGiorno flatbread melts: 3.79
1.50/1 IP :.79
$1/1 DiGiorno Flatbread Melts, Any - 05-17-09 SS= $1.79

Bayer Baby Aspirin (36ct.): $2.79
$1.00/1 5/31 RP = $.79

Lysol Neutra Air Sanitizing Spray, Any - 05-03-09 SS $1.50/1 x6/29
$3.79-$3=79¢
Lysol Neutra Air Aerosol, Any 10 Oz. - 05-31-09 SS - valid up to $3.29 B1G1


Mylanta 35-ct. tablets: 3.85
1.50/1 6/7 RP: .85

Taco Bell Home Originals dinner kit (2.85)
$1/1 (All You June)
Final: .85

Bertolli Premium sauces (2.89)
$1/1 (04-05-09 Unilever) expires 6/27
Final: .89

Capri Sun Sunrise Product (10ct.): $2.89
$1/1 4/19 SS = $.89

Bagel-fuls - .89 to .49
2.89 (or 2.49 if on sale thru 30th - I will check next time I am at the store)
$1/1 IP

Heluva Good Dips: $1.47 each
$1/2 5/17 SS = $.94 for 2

Archway Cookies 2.99
$1/1 4/26 SS = .99

L.A. Looks products: $2.99
1.00/1 6/7 SS = .99

La Brea French/Wheat Baguettes - B1G1- $1.495 for 1
$1/2 La Brea Bakery - La Brea Bakery - Special Offers= .99 for 2

Chex Mix/Bugles - B1G1- $2.99 for 2
$1/2 Chex Mix Or Chex 100 Calorie Snack Mix, Any 4.5 Oz. + - 06-07-09 SS= .99 for 2

Blue Bunny Ice Cream - B1G1- $2.995 for 1
$1/1 IP found here: https://www.bluebunny.com/iScreamTeam/Coupons/Coupons.aspx = $.99 for 1

Smart Balance cooking spray ($2.99) or cooking oil 24 oz (3.49)
$1/1 (04-05-09 RP)
Final: .99-1.34

Ken's Lite Accents Salad Dressing Spray, Any 7 Oz. - 05-03-09 SS $1/1 x6/30 $2.99-$2=99¢

Snausages Dog Snacks: $2.99
$1/1 5/17 RP = .99

Easy Off Cleaners - $2.99
$1/1 Easy-Off Stainless Steel, Glass Cooktop or Barbecue Grill Cleaner, Any - 05-17-09 SS or 04-05-09 SS= .99
$1/1 Easy-Off Heavy Duty Oven Cleaner or Fume Free Oven Cleaner, Any - 05-17-09 SS or 04-05-09 SS
(note some inserts got .50/1 or .75/1)

Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream - $3.00
$1/1 Ben & Jerry's Flipped Out Ice Cream, Any - Food Lion Sweet Dreams Booklet = $1
$1/2 Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream, Frozen Yogurt or Sorbet Pint, Any (smartsource.com) =$4 for 2

Kashi Granola bars: 4.07
1.50/1 IP: 1.07

Lysol Cleaners - B1G1 - various prices, $3.19, $3.39 & $3.59, $4.19, $4,99 - so half price
$1/2 Lysol Toilet Bowl Cleaner, Any - 06-07-09 SS =$1.19 for 2
$1/2 Lysol Bathroom Cleaner or Mildew Remover, Any - 06-07-09 SS = $2.19 for 2
$1/1 Lysol Disinfectant Spray, Any - 06-07-09 SS= $2.99 for 2
$1/2 Lysol All Purpose Cleaner Trigger, Bleach Or Antibacterial Kitchen Cleaner, Any - 06-07-09 SS = $1.19 for 2


Smart Blance 50/50 blend (3.29)
$1/1 (04-05-09 RP)
Final: 1.29

Softsoap Hand Soap Refill 3.29 –
Softsoap Liquid Hand Soap, 1 refill or 2 pumps $1 (6/27/09) SS 5/31/09 = $1.29

oreo cakesters sale 2.99/reg price 3.39
$1/1 06-14-09 SS= $1.39

Pace Specialty Salsa, Any - 3.49
$1/1 04-26-09 SS x7/05 or 6/21 SS=$1.49

Quaker True Delights (3.49)
$1/1 (05-10-09 RP)
Final: 1.49

Johnsonville breakfast links (3.49)
$1/1 (04-05-09 SS)
Final: 1.49

Duncan Hines Oven Ready! Brownies 3.69
$1/1 4/5 SS#2 = $1.69

Aunt Jemima frozen meals (1.89)
$1/2 (05-03-09 SS)
Final: 1.78 for 2

Marzetti Produce Dressing, $1/1 $3.79-$2=$1.79

California Pizza Kitchen Pizza for One- $3.79
$1/1 5/17 SS = $1.79

Spray N Wash Bleach - Bright & White 4.99
$1.50 (exp 6/28/09) SS #2 5/17/09 - $1.99

Oscar Mayer Beef Franks - B1G1 - $3.99 2
$1/1 Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs, Any - Kraft Food & Family Summer Issue, June 2009= free
$1/2 Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs, any - 06-21-09 SS, 05-10-09 SS, 04-19-09 SS =$1.99 for 2
$1/2 Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs, Any (DND 5)- blinkie = $1.99 for 2

OM chicken pieces 4.39
-$1/1 06-07-09 SS=2.39

DiGiorno Flatbread Pizza 5.49
$1.50/1 5/17/09 SS = $2.49

Morningstar products - $4.49
$1/1 Morningstar Farms® = $2.49

Pop-Secret - B2G3 - $2.99
$1/2 Pop-Secret Microwave Popcorn Boxes - 06-14-09 SS
$3.98 for 5 or .79 a box (please remember 1 coupon per BOGO - since this is a $1/2 coupon you can use 1 coupon only on this deal)

Menu Monday

Seeing as I am at the beach this week, I won't be posting my weekly menu, but as promised, here is my lasagna recipe from last week.

Ingredients:

* 1 pound ground beef
* 2 large zucchini (about 1 pound), shredded (I didn't use this much,hubby doesn't like it)
* 3/4 cup chopped onion
* 2 garlic cloves, minced
* 1 jar spaghetti sauce
* 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
* 1/2 teaspoons salt
* 1/2 teaspoon pepper
* 9 lasagna noodles, cooked, rinsed and drained
* 1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese/ I used 1 carton of cottage cheese instead
* 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
* 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:
In a skillet, cook beef, zucchini, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir spaghetti sauce into beef mixture. Add parsley and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Spread 1 cup meat sauce in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Arrange three noodles over sauce. Spread with a third of the meat sauce; top with half of the ricotta. Sprinkle with a third of the mozzarella and Parmesan. Repeat. Top with remaining noodles, meat sauce and cheeses.
Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 15 minutes longer or until bubbly. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting. Yield: 12 servings.

Finale: $100 Challenge!

I made it! I hate to brag, but I am impressed with my shopping and God's bountiful blessings at my house. Well, okay, I have a confession to make. I found some (3) receipts for Food Lion totaling $2.89 and a Harris Teeter one for $5.29. That puts me at $108.08. With that money from May 25th-June 20th, I have added to my stockpile and fed my family heartily! I am beginning to see how the $1,200 a year family does it.

As I looked back at my receipts for this time period, I bought over 174 items for my $108.08. This included a hairdryer, thank you notes, toilet paper, laundry soap, expensive moisturizer, sunscreen, and cat food as well as a lot of food. I was even able to incorporate a few splurges here and there (like the ice cream at HT I forgot to blog about). I will admit, that I only bought three meals worth of meat for the entire month, but we get a quarter of a beef each year in January. I also have my entire extra freezer full of goodies and meat.

Due to this challenge, I have stayed under budget during a crazy time of year at my house (end of school year gifts, three birthdays in May, mother's day, 1 June birthday, and father's day). I have had some unexpected medical expenses during the past week, and most of them were paid with cash or my health savings account! I also have cash to take with me on vacation today. No charging needed.

It is easy to whip out the credit card when there are unexpected cuts in pay or expenses, but let me encourage you (and myself) to live frugally and stay away from the credit card companies!

My Drug Store Picks for 6/21

Riteaid (Money Maker!)

Skin Clinic Wart Remover $14.99
-$14.99 SCR #39 (limit 1)
Total = Free!

Lamisil Advanced $9.99
-$9 SCR #21 (limit 1)
Total = .99¢

1 Free Coupon for Candy

Use a $5 off 25 purchase.

I should make around $2 after tax and rebates!

CVS (Free)

$4 ECB wyb (4) SoyJoy Bars at $1 ea Limit 5 FREE after ECB’s
$2/10 SoyJoy SS 5/31 (I didn't get)
$1/5 SoyJoy IP
B1G1 SoyJoy up to $1.39 SS 5/31

$2.49 ECB wyb Thermacare Neck to Arm Wrap 1 ct Limit 2 FREE after ECB’s
$1 off ThermaCare Heat Wrap RP 4/19

Walgreens

$3 RR wyb Aquafresh Advanced Toothpaste at $3
$1 off Aquafresh Advanced IP
75/1 Aquafresh Premium SS 6/21

Sunday Coupon Preview

Here is this week's coupon preview adapted from the Taylortown Preview.

Remember not every coupon is in every paper. I learned that lesson last week! Happy Shopping this weekend!

6/21 SS

Air Wick Scented Oil Twin Refill Pack $1/1
Air Wick Warmer Unit FREE wyb Air Wick Scented Oil Refill
Al Fresco All Natural Chicken Sausage $1 on 2
Aquafresh Premium Toothpaste , 5.6oz+ $1 on 2
Aquafresh Premium Toothbrush $1
Bausch & Lomb Soothe or SoothXP Lubricant Eye Drops $3
Bob Evans Bratwurst, Italian or Smoke Sausage .50
Bob Evans Roll Sausage .25
Bounty Paper Towels .50
Buitoni Refrigerated Pastas or Sauces .75
Charmin Ultra Soft Toilet Paper .50
Charmin Ultra Strong Toilet Paper .50
Charmin Toilet Paper AND Bounty Paper Towels $1.50 wyb both
Curad Hold Tite & NonStick Pads .75
Curad Product .50
Dannon 6oz SingleServe Cups, any $1 on 10
Dulcolax Laxative Tablets or Suppositories $1
Dulcolax Softener $1
Frenchs Mustard $1/2
Fisher Nuts product, 4oz+ $1
Freschetta Pizzas OR Edwards Whole Pies $1.25/2
Gold Bond Ultimate Lotion or Cream
Gold Bond Powder $1
Gold Bond AntiItch Cream or Lotion $1
Gold Bond Foot Care $1
GoodNites Sleep Pants, jumbo pack $1.50
Grande Tortilla Chips $1
Hormel Pepperoni Pack $1 on 2
Huggies Diapers $1.50
Huggies Overnites Diapers $2
Huggies Baby Wipes, 64ct .75
Iams Premium Protection Pet Food $2
International Delight Quarts $1 on 2
Johnsonville Turkey Smoked Sausage .35 (
Kemps Frozen Yogurt Parfait OR IttiBitz Ice Cream, 5oz B1G1 up to $1.29
Kraft Salad Dressing, any variety $1
Kraft Mayo, 24oz+ $1 on 2
Krunchers Kettle Cooked Potato Chips, 9.625oz $1
Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil $1 on 2
LOreal Excellence or Excellence Cremelights $2
LOreal Couleur Experte $3
Luzianne Iced Tea Bags .60
Mentos Gum .55 DND
Mentos Gum, any multipack $1
Mitchum or Mitchum for Women .75
Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs $1 on 2
Oust Air Sanitizer $2/2
OxiClean Versatile Powder, 56oz+ $1
OxiClean Laundry Pretreater Spray $1 on 2
OxiClean Stain Fighter Liquid $1
Pace Picante Sauce or Salsa, 15 oz.+ $1
Pace Specialty Salsa $1
Pam Cooking Spray $1 on 2
Post Grape Nuts, Shredded Wheat, or Raisin Bran $1 on 2
Rayovac Alkaline or Hearing Aid Batteries, any $1
Reddi Wip $1 on 2
Sarna Original or Sensitive AntiItch Lotion, 7.5oz $2
Schick Disposable Razor – B1G1 up to $12.99
Starbucks Bottled Frappuccino Coffee Drink $1
Starbucks Ice Cream $2
Sugar, any $2 wyb any 10 regular Kool-Aid Unsweetened Packets
Terra Chips Product, any 5 oz.+ $1
Wanchai Ferry Frozen Entrée $2

6/21 RP

Advil, 40ct+ $1
Affresh Washer Cleaning Kit or tablets $1
Angel Soft Toilet Paper, 6 Double roll+ $1/2
Brawny Paper Towels, 2-Roll+ $1
Clairol Nice n Easy Haircolor $1
Clairol Perfect 10 Haircolor $5
Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk $1/2
Flexamin Joint Care $6
Garnier Fructis Shampoo, Conditioner or Treatment, any except trial $1
Garnier Fructis Style Product, any except trial size $1
Goodlife Recipe Treats for Cats $1
Goodlife Recipe Treats for Dogs $1
Gum Accessory any except Soft-Picks $1
Gum Toothbrush, any $1
Hefty EZ Foil or EZOvenware $1/2
Hefty Hearty Meals, or ElegantWare Plates or Bowls $1/2
Loud N Clear Sound Amplifier $2
LOreal Revitalift $1
LOreal Skin Genesis $1
LOreal Age Perfect or Collagen $1
Loud N Clear Sound Amplifier $2
Marzetti Dressing, any $1
Minute Ready To Serve Rice products $1 on 2
Neutrogena Face Cosmetics, any $3
Nivea Body Wash for Women FREE wyb New Nivea My Silhouette up to $6.99
Nivea Body Wash for Women FREE wyb any Nivea GoodBye Cellulite product up to $6.99
Pedigree Dry Dog Food, any $1
Quaker Chewy Granola Bars $1 on 2
Quaker Fiber & Omega3 Chewy Oat Granola Bars $1/2
Smart Balance Buttery Spread, any $1/2
Sparkle Paper Towels, 2Giant Roll Pack+ $1
Nestle Nesquik 100 Calories 4pack $1/2
Nestle Nesquik $1 on 2
Neutrogena Face Cosmetics $3
Weber Seasoning, any $1 on 2 or 4 Marinade Mixes
Zyrtec Adult, 30ct+ $4

CVS Savings Under Budget!

I found a great deal at CVS today! I went out looking for the money making deal that Mercedes blogged about, but couldn't find it anywhere. Instead I made one of my own! I finally got a $4 off 20 purchase in my email. This is a rare treat for me, and I didn't want it to go to waste. I only had $5 in ECB and $2.94 left to spend from my $100 Challenge. I found these Aveeno lotions for $7 each. I had a coupon for $10 off 3 positively ageless Aveeno items. I used my 4/20 coupon and my $55 ECB. My total was...... $2.84!!!! I earned $10 in ECB too!

I still have 10 cents to spend until Saturday...any suggestions?

Lowes Deals

I used my Lowes deals here to get all this for only $6.02!

I still have $2.94 to spend until Saturday!

Lowes Foods 6/16 Matchups

Other than ketchup, this looks like a pretty slow week, but that is great for my $100 challenge!

French's Worcestershire Sauce $1.00
.50/1 5/10 SS (FREE)

Kraft BBQ Sauce $1.00
.75/1 6/14 SS (FREE)

Croissant, Lean, Hot Pockets $2.00
$0.50 or $0.75 4/26 SS
$1.00/2 5/17 SS

Hunt's Ketchup .79 after Lowes coupon
.20/1 5/10 SS I am excited about this!

Daisy Sour Cream $1.50
Use the $0.50 5/31 RP

General Mills Cheerios $1.99
$1.00/2 Cheerios or Chex 6/14 SS

Kellogg's Cereals $1.61(prices may vary)
Use $1.00/1 6/7 RP

Lawry's Marinade $1.54
$0.50/1 5/17 RP

Lay's 100 Calorie Pack $2.00
$0.55/1 5/31 SS

Nestle PureLife Water $3.50
Use $1.00/1 IP

Chex Mix $1.99 after Lowes coupon
.50 coupon 6/16 SS

Budweiser Genuine Barbecue Sauce $1.49
$1/1 05/17/2009 SS

Corn is on sale 8 for $2 which is a good deal too!

Harris Teeter 6/17 Matchups

Slow week for me, although I might check out the ice cream deals. Next week will be a big one with super double coupons. I will be out of town, but will do my very best to post matchups for you!

I want to thank the ladies and gentlemen at Hotcouponworld for some of these match-ups. You will notice my list is shorter than theirs, because I try not to include things that I wouldn't consider to be a good deal. Thanks to Dray01 and ncsouthernbelle for typing up the add early!

Promos:
Buy 4, Get $4.00 OYNO
Edy's Ice Cream - BOGO - 1 for $2.79
Edy’s Dibs (60ct.) - $2.50 $1/2 Edy's Dibs
Edy’s Snack Bags - $4.39
Edy’s Fruit Bars - $2.50

Eskimo Pie Bars 6 ct - $2.50
$1/1 EskimoPie Item, Any - 05-31-09 SS

Nestle Lil Drums - $4.39
$1/2 Any 4 Ct. Or 8 Ct.

Red, Green, Or Romaine Lettuce - $1.59
Sweet Potatoes - $.79/lb.

Kraft Chunks and Shreds on sale for $1.47 each
use .50/1 tearpad (good on 2% shreds or chunks only) or $1 off 2 IP
Buy 3- get $2
Buy 4 get $3
Buy5 get $4 oyno catalina

HT Milk, Gallon (Excluding Organic) - $1.97

Yoplait Yogurt - $.50 ea.
.40/6 Yoplait Yogurt Cups 06-07-09 SS & 05-31-09 SS

Coffeemate Fat Free Hazelnut (32oz.) - $2.79 - other flavors on sale
16 oz on BOGO - $1.19 for 1
$1/1 Nestle Coffee-Mate Powder or Liquid Coffee Creamer, Any - All You, June 2009
$1.50/2 or $1/1 http://www.coffee-mate.com/coupons.aspx

Meat:
Ribeye - $5.99/lb.
Baby Back Ribs - $2.99/lb.
Lobster Tails - $4.99
Beef Back Ribs - $1.97/lb.
Pork Loin - $2.97/lb.
Veal Loin Chops - $7.99/lb.
Sea Scallops - $8.99/lb.
Catfish Filets - $4.99/lb.
Mahi-Mahi - $5.99/lb.


Hillshire Farms Hearty Slices or Ultra Thin - $3.50
.65/2 Hillshire Farms Deli Select 5 Oz. (DND/DNT 5) - 06-07-09 RP
.35/1 or $1/2Hillshire Farms Deli Select (DND/DNT 5) - 06-07-09 RP

Jimmy Dean Bacon - $2.50

8 Piece Fried Chicken, Baked Chicken, Or Rotisserie Chicken 4.99 (Limit 2)
( I should have waited to use my rebate, oh well!)

Stouffer's Entrees, Family Size - $5.99
$1/1 Stouffer's Family, Large Family, Party Size, or Skillet Entree (23oz. - 96oz.)
$1/1 Stouffer's Family or Party Size Meal, Any 28-96 Oz. - All You, April 17, 2009

Luigi's Italian Ice - $2.50
.75/1 Luigi's Real Italian Ice Product, Any - 05-10-09 RP

Superpretzel - $2.50
.75/1 Superpretzel Product, Any - 05-10-09 RP
.75/1 or $1/2 Superpretzel Product, Any - 03-15-09 RP

Nature's Pride Wide Pan Breads - BOGO - 1 for $1.84
.55/1 peelies - saw these last week at my Teeter

Doritos – BOGO

Coca-Cola (12pk.) - BOGO

Valley Fresh Chicken (12.5oz.) - BOGO

Aquarius (24pk) - $3.33

Powerade - $1.00 ea., B10G5F
.75/2 tearpad

Nature Valley Granola Bars - $2.50
.75/2 or $1/2 Nature Valley Granola Bars, Any Boxes - 05-31-09 SS
.75/2 Nature Valley Granola Bars, Any

Kellogg's Pop-Tarts - $2.50
.55/1, $1/1 or $1/2 Kellogg's Pop-Tarts, Any 8 Ct. + - 06-07-09 RP

Jack Daniels Grilling/BBQ Sauce - $2.00
.55 coupon insert unknown

Spot Shot - BOGO - $2.84 for 1
.55/1, $1/1 or $1/2 Spot Shot Instant, Any - 04-05-09 SS

All (50oz.) - $3.99 & All Small and Mighty
.40/1 All Or Surf Laundry Detergent, Any - 05-10-09 RP
$1/1 http://www.all-laundry.com/

Hawaiian Tropic Sun Care (6-8oz.) - BOGO - $4.24 for $4.99 for 1
$2/1 IP

Pert Plus 2in1 Shampoo - BOGO - $1.63 for 1
$1/1 IP
$1/1 Pert Plus, Any 12 Oz. + - 05-03-09 SS

Aquafresh Toothpaste - BOGO - $1.74 for 1
$1/1 Aquafresh Extreme Clean Toothpaste 4.3 oz or Larger
$/1 Aquafresh White & Shine, Ultimate White or Sensitive Toothpaste 4.3 oz or Larger

Nature Made Vitamins (24-300ct.) – BOGO
$1/1 Nature Made Vitamins, Any - 06-07-09 SS

One A Day Vitamins - $6.99
$2/1 One A Day Product, Any 12 Ct. + - 06-14-09 SS

Angel Soft (12 double, 9 mega, or 24 single) - $5.99
$1/2 Angel Soft Toilet Paper, Any 6-Double Roll + Packs - 04-19-09 RP

Blue Rhino Propane - $5 Off Exchange

Hefty One Zip Freezer or Storage (13-22ct.) - BOGO - $1.64 for 1
$1/1 Hefty One Zip Bags, Any - 05-17-09 RP
.55/1 Hefty One Zip Bags, Any - 03-29-09 RP

Hefty Cinch Sak Tall Kitchen Bags – BOGO - $3.99 for 1
$1/1 or $2/1 Hefty Tall Kitchen Bags, Any - 05-17-09 RP

Amazing Food Lion Shop

I used 4 $2 coupons for the Chinet which made it free. I used a $1 Food Lion coupon on the pasta which paid me .11 ! I used a .20 coupon on the ketchup, so it cost .80 which isn't bad. I used a $2 coupon and $2 food lion coupon on the A1. The final cost on it was .35. The A1 marinade was free after $2 coupon!

I paid $1.74 for all this!!!!!

I still have $8.96 to spend until Saturday!

Harris Teeter Quick Run

I grabbed my rotisserie chicken for $6.99, and 3 yogurts for $1.

OOP $8.50-$5 rebate OOP $3.50

I still have $10.75 to spend until Saturday!

Menu Monday

This week I will be eating a lot of bounty from my garden before we go on vacation!


I picked this up today for $6.99. I found a $5 rebate on any fried or rotisserie chicken at Food Lion. So only a $1.99 after rebate. What a treat!



Monday-Rotisserie Chicken ($1.99 after rebate!), Salad, and fresh steamed veggies
Tuesday-Zucchini Lasagna (new recipe, I will post if it turns out!)
Wednesday-Dinner with friends
Thursday-Pork Loin, mashed potatoes, and fried squash
Friday-VBS Fish Fry for teachers (free food!)
Saturday-VBS lunch and then beach food for dinner! (Vacation here I come!)

For more dinner ideas, check out I'm an Organizing Junkie.

Riteaid Deals!

I got all of this at Riteaid for $14.65. Plus I will get a $5 rebate. So my real OOP is $9.65. I saved around $46 in sales and coupons!

I used 2 $2 coupons for the reach floss, $1.50 for the Listerine, $5 and $2 coupons for the Loreal Skin Genesis Moisturizer (my fav and I am totally out: coupons found inside package), and the $5 off $25 purchase coupon.

I still have $14.25 to spend until vacation on June 20th!

Walgreens Flexibility....

Sometimes you just have to be flexible and not too upset when you miss the best deals. Yesterday, I shared with you my Walgreens Scenario. Well when I opened my Charlotte paper this morning, there were no John Frieda coupons to be found. Here I am with a $10 expiring RR and no great deal. Here is what I came up with instead.

6 Ragu used two $1.25 off 3 coupons
2 Skippy used two .40 coupons
1 St. Ives (filler item, couldn't find those coupons either!)
Used $10 in RR
OOP $6.22 and received $11 in RR

My receipt says I saved $21.80!

I still have $23.90 to spend until June 30th.

My Sunday Walgreens Scenario

I have one $10 RR that expires on Monday. So I have to go spend it tomorrow. Here is the scenario I have worked out.

1 St. Ives Body Wash $2.99-$1.50 coupon=$1.49
2 John Frieda Root Awakening $10-2 $3 coupons=$4.00
1 John Frieda Weather Works (if included in sale/it is my favorite) $5-$1 coupon=$4.00
1 box of envelopes .67

Total before tax $10.16
Use 10.00 RR
Final Total .16 plus tax and earn $8 in RR.

Wants and Deals at Harris Teeter

I got the bag of salad for $1.09 (yes I know I have lettuce in my garden, but I am going to mix some in for a big dinner salad). The razor blades were on clearance for $3.67 and I had a $2 coupon. The curly fries are a treat for hubby and I. I paid $1.50 after the $1 coupon. The cheese was only .87 after a $1 coupon, and it is good pepper jack cheese.

I spent $5.50 and saved $10.49.

I still have $30.12 to spend until vacation!

$100 Challenge recap

I had all kinds of budget issues for May/June!

*Losing $224 in pay for May

*Spending some extra money on dad's birthday present that didn't work out (Can't say!)

*Teacher Assistant End of Year Gift ($45.00)

*other unexpected purchases ($75.00)

So starting May 25th, I issued myself a $100 challenge for the groceries/drug store purchase until my vacation on June 20th.

So far, it is going great! I still have $35.62 to spend, and I haven't had to even use my credit card or dip into my vacation savings! I will update you before I leave on June 20th!!!

6/14 coupon preview

There is only one Smart Source insert this week. My experience is that if you can get a huge circulation newspaper, you will still get some good coupons. Otherwise, this will be a slow week for you! (When I used to get my local paper this was the week where there were 3 coupons and 5 pages of ads!)

From the Taylortown Preview:

A1 Steak Sauce or Marinade, any variety $1 (7/14/09)Some areas will get $2.
Air Wick Aerosols B2G2F up to $2.40 (7/26/09) .20 each
Alexia Crunchy Snacks $1 (7/31/09)
Betty Crocker Fruit Shapes, Fruit by the Foot, etc., $1 on 3 (8/8/09)
Blue Diamond Oven Roasted Almonds, 8 oz jars $1 on 3 (9/14/09)
Bonine $1 (9/30/09)
Brut Fragrance $1 (7/31/09)
Brut Antiperspirant or Deodorant .55 (7/31/09)
Bumble Bee Premium Tuna Pouch, 2.5 oz or 5 oz $1 (9/30/09)
Cherrios $1 on 2 (7/25/09)
Cherrios Snack Mix, any size/flavor $1 on 2 (8/8/09)
Chex Mix Cereals $1 on 2 (7/25/09)
Colgate Visible White Toothpaste $1 (7/4/09)
Dentyne Gum $1 on 2 (8/9/09)
Dole Canned Juice, 46 oz or 6 oz 6 packs $1 on 2 (9/12/09)
Edys Dibs, 10 ct snack bags or 9 oz Edys Dibs frozen snacks 6 ct,12 ct or 24 ct Edys fruit bars $1 (8/14/09)
Fruit2o Essentials, 18 oz $1 on 2 (8/31/09)
Haagen Dazs Snack Size Bars or 3ct Haagen Dazs Ice Cream Bars $1 on 2 (8/14/09)
Hebrew National Franks .75 (7/31/09) .10 each
John Frieda Root Awakening Product (excludes trial sizes and kits) $3 (7/31/09)
John Frieda Collection, excludes trial sizes and kits $1 (7/31/09)
Kotex Pads $1 (8/8/09)
Kotex Lightdays Pantiliners, 34 ct.+ .75 (8/8/09)
Kotex Security Tampons, 18 ct + .75 (8/8/09)
Kraft Barbecue Sauce .75 (7/14/09)
Lanacane Spray or Cream $1 (9/14/09)
Listerine Total Care Anticavity Mouthwash, 500ml+ OR Listerine Whitening Pre Brush Rinse, 16 oz.+ $1 (5/31/10)
Listerine Whitening Quick Dissolving strips or Pen or Rembrandt Whitening Kit $3 (5/31/10)
Listerine Antiseptic, 500 ml+ OR Plax rinse OR Efferdent 78 ct+ OR Listerine Pocketpaks, 24 ct+, etc. .50 (5/31/10)
Listerine Agent Cool Blue OR Listerine Smart Rinse, 500 ml $1 (5/31/10)
LOreal Mascara Eye Shadow or Eyeliner $1 (9/6/09)
LOreal Hip Eye or Lip Product $2 (9/6/09)
Maalox Liquid $1.50 (9/30/09)
Maalox Product $3 on 2 (9/30/09)
Midol PM or Midol Liquid Gels $2 (9/14/09)
Midol, 16 ct+ $1 (9/14/09)
Midnite or Midnite PM $1 (12/31/09)
Miracle Whip, 32 oz jar $1 (7/21/09)
Nestle Drumstixx, etc $1 on 2 (8/14/09)
One a Day, 12 ct+ $2 (9/30/09)
Oreo Cakesters, 10.5 oz-12 oz $1 (7/13/09)
Oscar Mayer Deli Creations Sandwiches $1 on 2 (8/9/09)
Pepperidge Farm Whole Grain Bread .55 (9/13/09)
Pepperidge Farm Petite Twists Pastries or Petite Pirouette Rolled Wafer $1 (8/31/09)
Phillips Norelco Arctec Razor $20 (7/31/09)
Phillips Norelco Speed-xl (8200 series) razor or Nivea for Men shaving System $10 (7/31/09)
Phillips Norelco Replacement Head $5 (7/31/09)
Popsecret Microwave Popcorn $1 on 2 (7/26/09)
Pull Ups Training Pants, jumbo pack+ $1 (7/18/09)
Purex Complete 3-in-1 Sheets $2 (7/31/09)
Purex Ultra Concentrate or Naturals Elements laundry Detergent $1 on 2 (7/31/09)
Purina Mighty Dog, any variety FREE up to $1.00, or save $1.00 on one 12ct or 24 ct variety pack (8/3/09)
Purina Friskies Party Mix, 2.1 oz, any variety B1G1F up to $1.71(9/30/09) .25 each
Reach Toothbrush or value pack $1 (5/31/10)
Reach Dental Floss, excludes trial sizes OR Reach Access Flosser $1 (5/31/10)
Rold Gold Pretzels, 7 oz + $1 on 2 (7/25/09)
Schiff Move Free, 80 ct+ $5 (8/31/09)
Schick Quattro Titanium Refill $4 (7/27/09)
Schick Quattro Titanium Razor $4 (7/27/09)
Science Diet Natures Dry Dog or Cat Food $3 (7/31/09)
Science Diet Natures Best Dry Dog Food, 22 lb or 30 lb or 12 lb Natures Best Cat Food $5 (8/30/09)
Silk Soymilk, half gallons $1.25 on 2 (7/31/09)
Spray N Wash Product .50 (7/26/09)
Spray N Wash Max .50 (7/26/09)
Scott Extra Soft Bath Tissue $1 on 8 or more rolls (7/26/09)
Scott Long Lasting Roll or Mega Roll Paper Towels $1 on 4+ (7/26/09)
Visine Totality Multi Symptom Relief or Visine Total Eye Soothing Wipes $3 (9/30/09)
Visine Product, any $1 (9/30/09)
Woolite Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner $1 (7/31/09)
Ziploc Flexible Totes or Big Bags $1 (8/7/09)

Mail Call

Today I got a $23.97 check from Riteaid rebates and a $3 check from a Pinecone survey.

Every little bit helps!

Last Minute Lowes Deal

I stopped by Lowes today to pick up a few freebies and found a deal that I hadn't seen. BUT it ends today. The Country Time lemonade is on sale 2 for $3. There is a printable out for $1.50 off 2. When I bought two, a catalina coupon popped out for $1. So I paid .25 each for 2 if you count the coupon for my next order! The catalina deal ends tonight, so I hope it is not too late for some of you! Even if it is, .75 each isn't bad either.

I spent $1.60. It was cute, the older cashier mumbled to her supervisor, "It only says $1.60."

I have $35.62 left to spend until June 20!

School's Out for the Summer! Any Questions?

Yiipppeeeee!

Now that I have some extra time, you all can look forward to even more deals!

Also, I am once again opening my comment section up for reader questions. If you have a question, I will do my very best to answer it for you!!!!

Garden Mystery?!?

I haven't ever grown bell peppers before, but I know this isn't good. My biggest pepper started turning black yesterday. It doesn't seem rotten and smells ripe. I am certainly afraid to eat it. We have had a ton of rain. Any readers out there who can help me out? What happened to my pepper?

June Giveaway!

Don't forget about my June Giveaway! $10 gift card to Walgreens or CVS--your choice! Make sure you follow, subscribe or follow on Twitter! Thanks!!!

Twitter

I am trying out Twitter! You can follow me as couponteacher.

$100 challenge

Lowes Foods



It is too late for these deals now, except for the Sunny D for free, but I picked up a few need items on Sunday that I forgot to include in my $100 challenge.

I spent $3.02, which leaves me $37.22 to spent until June 20th! I am baking an expensive cake tomorrow (I'll post the recipe), so wish me luck at finding my final ingredients at a great deal.

Harris Teeter 6/10 Matchups

Thanks to Hotcouponworld and A Full Cup for the matchups!

Gain 50 oz. 3.99
$1/1Gain Detergent, Any - P&G Brand Saver $120 In P&G Savings = $2.99

Charmin 8 Giant Rolls 5.99
.25/1, .50/1 or $1/2 Charmin, Any - 06-07-09 PG

Bounty 6 Giant Rolls 5.99
$1/1 Bounty, Any 6-Count +, or 2 any other size - 06-07-09 PG = $4.99

Clorox Bleach 96 oz. 3/$5

Meats/Seafood:
80% Lean Ground Beef 1.59/lb
HT Boneless Chicken value pack 2.77/lb
Cube Steak 3.97/lb
Country Style Ribs 1.97/lb
Spiral Sliced Hickory Smoked Ham 2.99/lb

Breyers Ice Cream - $2.74 for 1
.75/1, $1/1 or $1/2 Breyers Ice Cream, Any 1.5 Quart + - 05-17-09 RP

Hellmann's Mayo - $2.49 for 1
.50/1, .60/1, .60/2 or $1/2 Hellmann's Product, Any 18 Oz. + - 05-17-09 RP

Crystal Light- $2.09 each
$2/2 IP
$1/1 Coupon
Cat deal - Buy 4 Crystal Light canisters or On the Go boxes between
5/29 - 6/11/09 and get a coupon for
$2.00 off next shopping order


GM Trix or Golden Grahams - $1.54 for 1
$1/3 General Mills Cereal Any - 05-31-09 SS

Tidy Cats 14 lb.- $3.99 for 1
$1/1 Purina Tidy Cats Cat Litter, Any - 04-26-09 SS

Finish Quantum - $3.99 for 1
.75/1 Finish Quantum, Any - 06-07-09 SS = $2.49

Buy 1, Get 2 Free: Dietz and Watson Homestyle Turkey Breast

Buy 3, Save $3: Save $3 automatically when you purchase any 3 Oscar Mayer products in a single transaction with your VIC Card through 6/16. Products include:
OM Bacon $3.79-$5.49
OM Deli Shaved Carved and Fresh Lunch Meat-$3.99
$1/2 Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Meats, Any - 05-10-09 SS
$1/2 Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh Meat, Any
OM Hot dogs
OM Bologna

Buy 3, Save $3: Save $3 automatically when you purchase 3 Kraft Cheese products in a single transaction with your VIC Card through 6/16. Products include
Kraft Cheese - Shredded-$2.99, Deli Deluxe 8 oz - $3.29, Kraft Singles - $2.29, Kraft Chunk Cheese - $2.50
$1/2 Kraft Natural Cheese, Any Shredded, Chunks Or Slices
.55/1 Kraft 2% Milk Shredded Cheese, 7oz. or larger (tearpad)
.75/1 Kraft Deli Deluxe Cheese, Any 8 Oz.
$1/1 Kraft Deli Deluxe Cheese, Any 8 Oz. 05-17-09 SS
$1/2 Kraft Naturals shreded, chunks Coupons
$1/2 Kraft singles

Buy 1 Fresh Express Salads (Green and Crisp, Green and Crisp with Carrots, Premium Garden Romaine, or Premium Garden Trio), Get 2 Free.

Lean Cuisine 1.97
$1/3 Lean Cuisine, any (3) varieties, 6-16 oz - All You, June 2009
$1/1 Lean Cuisine, Any - 05-03-09 SS

Nestle Pure Life 24 pack 3/$10

Dannon Light & Fit or Fruit on the Bottom Yogurt 10/$5
.60/6 Dannon Yogurt, Any 6 oz. Single-Serve Cups - 05-03-09 SS


Hebrew National 2/$9
$1/1 IP

Smithfield Bacon 2/$6

Tyson Chicken Strips 2.99
.55/1, $1/2 Tyson Refrigerated Chicken Or Steak Strips Product, Any - 05-31-09 SS
.55/1 Tyson Refrigerated Chicken Or Steak Strips, Any - All You, May 22, 2009

OM Basic Lunchables 10/$10

Manwich 4/$5
.40/2 or $1/3 Hunt's Manwich, 05-31-09 SS

Chef Boyardee 15 oz 3/$3
$1/4 Chef Boyardee, Any 15 Oz. Cans - All You, May 22, 2009
$1/4 Chef Boyardee, Any 15 Oz. Cans - 05-03-09 SS

Wesson Canola Oil 2/$6
.50/1 Wesson, any - All You, April 2009

Snyder's Pretzels 2/$5
$1/2 or $1/3 Snyder's Of Hanover Pretzels, Any 8 Oz. + - 05-17-09 SS

Playtex tampons 2/$7 - Gentle Glide & sport
$1/1 Playtex Sport Tampons 16ct. box or larger, Any (Bricks Link)
$1/1 Playtex Sport Tampons, , Any 18 Ct. + - 06-07-09 SS
$1/1 Playtex Gentle Glide Tampons, Any - 06-07-09 SS
$1/1 Playtex Gentle Glide Tampons, Any Box - All You, May 22, 2009

Juicy Juice DHA 2/$4
$1/1 Nestle Juicy Juice Brain Development Or Nestle Juicy Juice Immunity Fruit Juice Beverage, Any - 04-26-09 SS

Purina One 3.5lb cat food or 4 lb. dog food 2/$12
$3/1 Purina One Dog or Cat Food, Any - 06-07-09 SS

McCain Smiles or Sweet Potato Fries 2/$5
.55/1, .75/1, $1/1 McCain Product, Any - 05-03-09 SS

Tyson Crispy Chicken Strips 25 oz. 6.99
$1/1 Tyson Frozen Chicken or Beef Strips product, Any - 05-31-09 SS
$1/1 Tyson Frozen Chicken Or Beef Strips, Any - All You, May 22, 2009

Grande Chips 2/$6
.75/1 or $1/1 Grande Tortilla Chips, Any - 04-19-09 SS

Sara Lee Bites 3.99
$1/1 Sara Lee Bites DND DNT - 06-07-09 RP

Bagel-Fuls 2.39
$1/1 Kraft Bagel-Fuls IP

Borden cheese singles 2/$4
$1/1 Borden Cheese Singles Sensations, Any - All You, June 26, 2009 or May 22, 2009

Sorrento Ricotta Cheese 2.59
$1/1 Sorrento Mozzarella or Ricotta Cheese, Any - 03-22-09 SS

Powerade 10/$10 Buy 10, and get 5 free

Lowes Foods 6-10 Matchups

I am posting the best deals only due to my head cold. Must rest! It seems like a slow week to me, but I am well stocked! If you want a more extensive list this week head over to Coupon Journey.

Chips Ahoy Cookies, on sale for $1.80
Use $0.55/1 from the 5/17 SS
Final Price=$0.70!

Cole's Mini Garlic Bread, on sale for $1.00
Use $0.50/1 PRINTABLE
Final Price=FREE!

Daisy Sour Cream, on sale for $0.99
Use $0.60/1 from the 5/31 RP
Final Price=FREE!

Dannon Activia, on sale for $2.00
Use $1.00/1 from 5/10 SS
Final Price=$1.00

French's Worcestershire Sauce, $1.00
Use $0.50/1 from the 5/10 SS
Final Price=FREE

General Mills Cereals, on sale for $1.85
Use $1.00/3 from the 5/3 or 5/31 SS
Use $1.00/3 PRINTABLE
Use $0.50/1 for Lucky Charms PRINTABLE
Use $0.55/1 for Reese's Puffs PRINTABLE
Use $0.75/1 for Fiber One Cereals PRINTABLE
Final Price=Price varies, but you could easily get cereal for as low as $0.35 a box (Fiber One cereal).

Kraft BBQ Sauce, on sale for $1.00
Use $1.00/1 PRINTABLE (click on the Kraft logo coupon to access the coupon)
Final Price=FREE

Purina One Cat Food, 3.5 lb. bag, on sale for $6.00
Use the $3.00/1 from the 6/7 SS
Final Price=$3.00

Whisker Lickins Cat Treats, $1.00
Use the buy 1 get 1 free from the 4/26 SS
Final Price=2 for a $1.00

Walgreens Coupon

Click here for a $5 off $25 coupon for Walgreens. Good only Wednesday and Thursday.

I will try my best to post coupon match-ups for Harris Teeter tomorrow. A head cold has me dragging today. Good thing tomorrow is the last school day for students!

Sunday Dinner and Menu Monday

I had one squash and one zucchini ready when I visited my garden yesterday. Also, two of my biggest tomatoes were starting to crack. So I had the idea for steak, veggie kabobs, and fried green tomatoes.

Here is what I started with:

Then we marinated the steaks, skewered the veggies with a garlic rub, and floured the tomatoes.


Finally we enjoyed the delicious meal!




Weekly Menu:

Monday: Leftovers
Tuesday: Ravioli with red sauce
Wednesday: Dinner with friends
Thursday: Hamburgers on the grill with fresh salad
Friday: Lasagna with fresh veggies
Saturday: Cookout/birthday party with friends

Do you have a great recipe to share? If so, please leave a link in the comment section!

Riteaid Deals!

I am really excited about my Riteaid deals today! I was hoping for the Aveeno Positively Ageless Sunscreen so I could use my bigger coupons, but I still did well.

I used a $5 off $25, two $1.50 Aveeno, one $1.00 Aveeno, and $2.00 off the complete contact solution.

I spent a whopping $33.46, but will get $30.98 back in rebates from Riteaid. So I spent $2.48 OOP after rebates. I also have another rebate that the sunscreen will count toward as well ($15 off of a $50 purchase).

I still have $40.24 to spend until vacation!

CVS Deal

My CVS starts the Sunday deals on Saturday at Noon. So I picked up to Banana Boat Aloe Lotions for $7.39 each. I had a $2 printable for each from the banana boat website. Earned $7.00 ECB and spent $10 ECB.

OOP $1.16

This will be great for at the beach (just in case)!

I still have $42.72 to spend until vacation!

Saturday Savings

I got this Chicken at Food Lion for .10. Thanks Saving with Sara for the idea!




I spent $8.70 on all this using my coupon match-ups here.

I still have $43.88 to spend until June 20th!

Coupon Luck

Sometimes it isn't always about the deals. It just takes a little luck. I went to Lowes foods for some milk (need) and bacon (want). I just happened to grab my coupon for free oscar meyer hot dogs. The cashier entered the coupon for $4 instead of half price for the buy one get one sale, so I spent $2.70 on all three items!

I still have $52.68 left to spend until June 20th!!!

How does your garden grow?

I am so excited for my vegetables to be ripe! (So are the bunnies and I'm going to have to do something about them.) I am afraid that my first ones are going to be ready for picking in two weeks when I am on vacation! Oh well. Enjoy my nature!

After using my coupon match-ups, I spent $6.60 on this at Lowes foods yesterday.

I have $55.38 left to spend until June 20th!

Harris Teeter 6/3 Match-ups

BOGO -- Jumbo Athena Cantaloupe
BOGO -- Blueberries (4.4 oz. pkg.)

Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese (8 oz.) -- 4/$5
$1/2 IP

Jell-O Pudding (6 pk.) -- 2/$5
$1/2 IP

Jell-O Sugar Free Gelatin (6 pk.) -- 2/$5
$1/2 Kraft Coupons

B2G3 -- Harris Teeter Yogurt (6 oz.)

Pillsbury Ready To Bake Cookies --Buy 2 and get $2.00 off one gallon of HT or Hunter Farm Milk (excludes organic) - Cookies are $3.79
.35/1 Pillsbury Refrigerated Cookie Dough, Any Peanut Butter Cup, Oatmeal Raisin, Oatmeal Chocolate Chip, Or Reese's Pieces Ready-To-Bake Cookies - 03-15-09 SS, 04-05-09 SS or 04-26-09 SS

Danactive or Activia (4 ct.) -- 3/$5
$1/1 Dannon Activia, Activia Light, Activia Fiber, Or Activia Drinks, Any 4-Pack (DND5) - 05-10-09 SS

BOGO -- Sorrento String Cheese (12 oz.) - $2.50 for 1
$1/1 Sorrento Snack Cheese, Any 6 Oz. + - Found On Sorrento String Cheese (peelie)
$2/1 Sorrento Snack Cheese, Any 6 Oz. + - Found On Sorrento String Cheese (peelie)

BOGO -- Kraft Cheese (12 oz. singles)- $1.14 for 1
$1/2 Coupons

Land O' Frost Premium Lunchmeat (16 oz. pkg. sliced) -- $3.99 ea.
.55/1 or $1/1 Land O'Frost Premium Lunchmeats, Any Pound - 05-31-09 RP

Hillshire Farm Ultra Thin Lunchmeat (7 - 9 oz. pkg.) -- 2/$7
.35/1 Hillshire Farm Deli Select Lunchmeats, Any 8 Oz. + - 05-10-09 RP DND

B2G3 -- Oscar Mayer Beef Bologna (16 oz.)
$1/2 IP

California Pizza Kitchen (12 in.) -- $5.69
$1/1 California Pizza Kitchen Product, Any - 05-17-09 SS
$1/1 Kraft Coupons

Hot Pockets Paninis (select 7.5 oz.) -- $1.97 ea.
.50/1, .75/1 or $1/1 Hot Pockets Brand Panini, Any 7.5 Oz. Package - 04-26-09 SS

B1G2 -- Harris Teeter All Natural Ice Cream

Ciao Bella Gelato or Sorbet (1 pint) -- 2/$6
$1/2 Ciao Bella All Natural Gelato or Sorbet, pints - 05-31-09 SS

B2G3 -- Deer Park Water (3 liter)

B2G3 -- Keebler Chips Deluxe (12.5 - 18 oz.)

Kraft Deluxe Dinners (9.4 - 14 oz.) -- 2/$3
$1/1 Kraft Coupon

Newman's Own Pasta Sauce (26 oz.) -- 2/$5
.50/1 or $1/2 Newman's Own Pasta Sauce, Salsa, Marinade, Lemonade, Popcorn or Cereal, Any - 05-31-09 RP

Dole Fruit Bowls - 2/$4 (in gel included)
.75/2 or $1/2 Dole Fruit Bowls in Gel, Any - All You, June 26 2009
.55/1 or .75/2 Dole Fruit Bowls in Gel, Any - 04-26-09 SS

BOGO -- Keebler Club Crackers (16 oz.) - $2.09 for 1
$1/2 Keebler Club Crackers, Any 9 Oz. + (DND 5) -blinkie

Bayer Asprin Quick Release Crystals (10 ct.) -- $2.99 ea.
$1/1 Bayer Aspirin, Any 10 Ct. + Or Any Heart Heath Advantage product, Any - 05-31-09 RP

Hefty One Zip Storage Bags (30 - 40 ct. value pk.) -- $2.99 ea.
$1/1 Hefty OneZip bags, any (DND 5)
$1/1 Hefty One Zip Bags, Any - 05-17-09 RP
.55/1Hefty One Zip Bags, Any - 03-29-09 RP

BOGO -- Hefty Easy Grip Party Cups (20 ct.) - $1.29
.75/1 Hefty Easy Grip Party Cups, Any - 05-17-09 RP = free

It Pays to Negotiate

I am so excited this afternoon. Let me tell you why...

I just got off the phone with the cable company. I know you are thinking, "Why is she excited about that?" Well, I am excited because, I have learned the art of negotiating with companies that provide services. I called today and was offered to keep the same channels in HD for the same price for another 12 month promotion (mine was ending), and he also added DVR service for FREE. No installation charges! These are the steps I took today, and I believe they can be applied to many services like phone companies and electric companies as well.

1. Always be prepared. Know what your bill is, and what exactly you are subscribed to get. Look at the companies website at new customer promotions. Have a discussion with your spouse about what services you really need and what services you want.

2. Call during the day or during normal office hours. When I call the cable company in the evening, I get a man from India reading a script. When I called today, I got a nice man from South Carolina who apologized for putting me on hold for two minutes while he looked something up for me. Enough said.

3. Know what you want and be able to back up what you say! When I said we don't want to add a cable phone, I meant it. I stated that fact very clearly. When I said that we would be willing to drop some channels to save money, I meant it, too. Don't make idle threats, because it just doesn't work. If the man on the phone had said he couldn't do anything else for me, I would have reduced my cable package.

4. Be polite. You catch more flies with honey than vinegar.

5. Ask about hidden charges. When the man offered to give me DVR service, I immediately asked, "Will there be an installation fee or service charge?" It pays to ask ahead of time so that you are better prepared.

6. Don't assume you are getting the lowest price possible. I learned this a few weeks ago when we upgraded phones. I was going to leave our service the same, because we had a great plan. It turns out that Verizon had lowered several of their prices on the basic plans like we had. Our phone bill will be $13 cheaper per month for two years!

If you follow these simple steps, you will start finding more money in your pocket each month!

If you have any tips to share feel free to post them here!

For more ideas on how to save money, go to Getting Ahead.

Lowes Foods 6-3 Match-ups

Thanks to katncaed on HCW for the ad and most of the match-ups!
3 Week Coupons/Specials 6/3-6/23:

In-Ad Coupon needed for these:

Jimmy Dean Breakfast Bowls or Entrees - $1.50
.55/1 Peelies

Palermo's Pizza - $3.50
$1/1 IP found here: http://www.palermoslafamiglia.com/lafamiglia/join-la-famiglia.aspx

Country Crock Spread - $1.99
$1/1, $.35/1, or $.25/1 5/17 RP

Kraft Bagel-Fuls - $1.50
$.55/1 blinkie or $1.00 IP

Daisy Sour Cream - $.99
$.50/1 or $.60/1 5/31 RP (This coupon might be for a bigger size now that I look at it, if it is, please don't use it.)

Yoplait Kids Yogurt - $2.00
$.35/1 4/19 SS

Sunny Delight Citrus Drink - $1.00
$.55/1 5/31 SS if Sunny D Smoothies are included

Kraft Parmesan Cheese - $2.99
$1/1 tearpad found at Kroger

International Delight Flavored Creamer - $1.99
$1/2 5/31 RP

Kraft American Cheese Singles - $1.50
$1/2 IP

Minute Maid Premium Juice - $.99

Lowes Foods Milk - $2.48

Sargento Shredded Cheese - $2.00
$.75/2 peelie

Philadelphia Cream Cheese - $1.50
$1/2 IP

Kraft 2% Cheese Singles - $2.50
$1/2 IP

Kraft Velveeta Loaf - $3.49
$1/1 IP

Yoplait Fiber One or Yo+ Yogurt - $2.00
$1/1 IP

Breyer's Yogurt - $.50
$.50/4 4/05 SS

Breakstones Cottage Doubles - $1.00
$1/2 IP

Healthy Choice Cafe Steamers - $3.50
$2/2 5/17 SS

Marie Callender's Pasta al Dente - $3.33
$.75/1 blinkie or $1/1 5/17 SS

Kid Cuisine Dinners - $2.00
$.50/2 blinkie

Buy one get one free: (price listed is the sale price for one)
Nature's Own Whitewheat Bread - $1.19

Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs - $1.65
$1/2 blinkie, & $1/2 IP found here: http://www.coupons.com

Chip's Ahoy! Cookies - $1.80
$.55/1 5/17 SS

select Tombstone Pizza - $2.00-$2.85
$1/2 IP

All 2x Laundry Detergent - $3.13
$1/1 IP

Ziploc Storage/Freezer Bags - $1.75
$1/2, $.40/1 5/10 SS & B1G1 5/03 SS

Other Sale items
Jimmy Dean Bacon - $2.00
Carolina Pride Bacon - $2.00

Land O' Frost Ham or Turkey - $3.99
$.55/1 or $1/1 5/31 RP

Tropicana OJ - $3.00
$1/2 5/03 RP

Jell-O Pudding/Gelatin 6pk - $2.50
$1/3, $55/1, or $.50/1 5/03 SS

Nabisco 100 Calorie Packs - $2.00
$1/1 or $.75/1 4/19 SS

Lipton Tea Bags - $1.69
$.75/2, $1/2, $.60/1 5/17 RP

Select Gortons Seafood - $2.99
$1/1 5/10 SS

Buy any 10 Special K items and get $5.00 off instantly:
Special K Cereal - $2.00
Special K Snack Bars - $2.00
Special K Snack Crackers - $2.50
Special K Protein Water, Meal Bars and Shakes - $5.00
Special K Protein Water Mixes $3.00

Walgreens Hidden Deal

So there is a Revlon Hair Dryer that earns $10 RR this week, and it is advertised for $19.99. Well....starting today it is on Mega Saver for the whole month for $12.99, and this week it still earns the $10 RR!

Here is what I did:

I had a $9, $2, and $1.50 RR.
I bought the hairdryer, a package of lettuce for my garden (.25), and pencils for my classroom (.32).

Paid with the RR and $2.01!
Earned $10 in RR! Pretty good deal for the kind of hair dryer I like. Mine is working fine, but as we all know, as soon as I would have passed this deal by, it would have blown up immediately!

I still have $61.98 left to spend until June 20th!

Menu Monday

Monday-Texas Roadhouse (with a birthday gift card)
Tuesday-Hot dogs, mac'n'cheese, and broccoli
Wednesday-Dinner with friends
Thursday-Easy Chicken Quesadillas with salad
Friday-Chicken Parmesan
Saturday-Baked Deer Steak, mashed potatoes, and green beans

Easy Chicken Quesadillas

2 medium cans of chicken
1 can rotel tomatoes, drained
Chili powder to taste

Mix and heat all these in a saucepan on medium heat.

Tortillas
Cheese (I like pepper jack.)

Spray a large nonstick frying pan with cooking spray. Place a tortilla down on pan and cover one half with chicken mixture and cheese. Flip after cheese starts to melt. Serve with salsa and sour cream.