Hot printable coupons!

April 14, 2010 by

There are some great new printable coupons available!   Print them quick before they’re gone!

$1/1 Scotch Brite brand product – This coupon is in PDF format, but it is “legit” because it comes directly from the 3M website and there are no exclusions!  You should be able to get the single sponges for free at Walmart!
(Thanks Money Saving Madness!)

Become a fan of Sara Lee on Facebook and get a $2/1 sliced deli meat coupon!  You should be able to print two coupons!

There is a new Jamba Juice Buy One, Get One Free printable coupon that is valid through 4/25.  We love Jamba Juice, but I can only “justify” buying it when the BOGO free coupons come out!

(Thanks Hip2Save!)

COUPONS.COM

$1.50/1 TGIF snacks (you can use these on the “chips” which are priced at $1.39 at Walgreens and get them for free!)

$1/1 GE Energy Smart lighting (get these for free at Target!)

$2/1 Nivea Body Wash for women

$.40/1 Betty Crocker potatoes (if your grocery stores double, you can get these for super cheap!)

$.75/1 Jell-O gelatin snacks

$1/1 Windex Multi-surface cleaner

$1.50/2 Dial for Men body washes

$1/2 Stove Top Stuffing mixes

$3/1 Huggies diapers

$1/1 Del Monte fruit chillers

BOGO free Glade Fragrance collection candles (2 oz)

$1/2 Nestle Pure Life water

$3/1 Claritin Non-Drowsy (20 ct+)

$1/1 Sausages or Swasomes! dog snacks

$1/1 Welch’s juice

RED PLUM
$1/1 Kellogg’s frosted mini wheats

$1/2 Kellogg’s Smart Start/Raisin Bran/Crispix/All Bran

$.50/1 Mahatma rice (if your grocery stores double, you should be able to get relatively cheap rice!)

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More Target deals

April 13, 2010 by

There are a few more Target deals that have popped up this week.  You can check out the rest of the deals for the week in my weekly Target deals post.

Target now has free samples on their site!  You can get a free sample of L’Oreal EverStrong shampoo, conditioner, and treatment.  (Thanks Andrea!)

Crystal Light On the Go (10 ct) is on price cut for $1.99 through 4/24
$1/1 Crystal Light Drink Mix Product, any except trial – 3-21 SS (expires 4/18/10)
Final Price = $.99 after coupon
(Thanks Totally Target!)

Del Monte canned vegetables are on price cut through 5/8
$1/8 Del Monte canned fruits/vegetables – 3-21 RP (expires 5/16/10)
$1/4 Del Monte brand products printable
Final Price = $.25-.37/each
(Thanks Totally Target!)

Ziploc slider bags are on price cut for $2.27 through 5/8
BOGO free Ziploc slider bags – 4-11 SS (expires 6/5/10)
$.55/1 Ziploc bags – 3-21 SS (expires 5/15/10)
Final Price = $.90 each after coupons when you buy 2!
(Thanks Totally Target!)

More Scrubbing Bubbles Deals:

The Scrubbing Bubbles Daily Shower Power Sprayer is $7.99 and the refills are $3.94.  There is a Buy Scrubbing Bubbles Power Sprayer, Get a refill Free printable coupon.  There were also $5/1 Scrubbing Bubbles Power Sprayer starter coupons in the 4-11 SS.  Plus, there was a FREE $5 Target gift card when you buy 3 Scrubbing Bubbles products in the 4-11 SS.

Here’s a scenario to work this deal:

Buy 3 Scrubbing Bubbles Daily Shower Power Sprayer – $7.99/each
Buy 3 Scrubbing Bubbles power sprayer refills – $3.94

Use 3 $5/1 Power Sprayer coupons
Use 3 Buy Power Sprayer, get free refills coupons (will deduct $3.94/item)
Use 2 $5 Target gift card coupons

Spend $8.97 OOP, get 2 $5 Target gift cards
Final Price = $1.03 moneymaker after coupons and gift cards!

Here’s another Scrubbing Bubbles scenario:
Buy 1 Scrubbing Bubbles toilet gel – $3.99
Buy 1 Scrubbing Bubbles Fresh Brush 2-in-1 starter kit – $6.29
Buy 2 Scrubbing Bubbles bahtroom cleaners – $2.24/each (YMMV on pricing)

Use $1/1 Scrubbing Bubbles toilet cleaning gel coupon (3-21 SS)
Use Free Fresh Brush starter kit WYB toilet gel coupon (4-11 RP)
Use 2 $.75/1 Scrubbing Bubbles coupons (3-21 SS)
Use $5 Target gift card WYB 3 Scrubbing Bubbles products (4-11 SS)

Spend $5.97 OOP, get a $5 Target gift card
Final Price = $.97 after coupons/gift card

(Thanks Hip2Save!)

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Tip of the Day Tuesday: It "pays" to be friends with your cashiers!

April 13, 2010 by

Over the past few years, I have learned that a little kindness goes a long way with cashiers at some of my favorite stores.  If you’ve had a string of “misadventures” in couponing, then you know that having a cashier who is your ally really does make a difference.

Here are a few things that I have done to build rapport with my cashiers:

Share your tips ~ If your cashier comments on your savings in a positive way (“Wow!  You did great!” or “I wish I could save money like that when I shop”) or seems like they are interested in learning more about coupons (“How did you do that?” or “I need to learn how to use coupons like that), share some of your tips with them!  I have been surprised to find out that many cashiers do not understand coupons and/or do not always know what the “hot deals” at their store are or how to take advantage of them.  I have given cashiers tips on coupon usage and links to websites if they seem interested in learning more about how to save.

Share your coupons ~ If your cashier comments on a particular deal, share your coupons if you have extras!  I remember once I was at CVS buying Adidas deodorant that was free after Extra Care bucks.  My cashier, who had been really friendly and helpful on several visits, commented that he had really been wanting to try the new deodorant.  I gave him one of my “free” coupons so he could get some to try.

Pick up a “manager’s special” item every now and then ~ Most stores have a “target” item that cashiers are supposed to upsell.  These items are usually up near the registers and are typically things such as crackers, gum, or candybars, but I have also seen toothbrushes, pocket kleenex, and other items.  The cashier will typically point out the item during your transaction and ask if you want to purchase it.  They usually get some sort of incentive for upselling these items.  If you need a filler item anyway, why not help out your favorite cashier?

How it “pays off”

I love helping others save, so I honestly haven’t had any “motives” in donig some of the things I mentioend above, but here are some ways that it has paid off for me:

*Cashiers that I have built relationships have been willing to “hold” hot items for me until I can come pick them up

*Cashiers that I have built relationships with have given me copies of ads before they are released so I get a “heads up” on upcoming deals

*Cashiers/managers will sometimes allow you to special order items when hot deals are coming up so you can make sure that they are not out of stock

Plus, there’s the added benefit of not getting “the evil eye” every time you pull out coupons to use!

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Menu Planning Monday ~ My menu for the week of 4/11

April 12, 2010 by

For those of you who may be doing Weight Watchers, I have included the points per serving calculations for most of my recipes this week (we had lots of family things going on this weekend, so I didn’t have time to calculate all the recipes – I will try to have the points added in for the others by the end of the day). I used the “Recipe Builder” feature on the WeightWatchers.com e-Tools program to input all of the ingredients and calculate the points, so it should be pretty accurate.

You can read more about my $40 weekly budget in this post here.

If you have blogged a menu plan for the week (or even just a favorite recipe), please feel free to comment and share your link. I’m always looking for new ideas and inspiration and will be happy to share a link to your blog if we try your recipe! Check out hundreds of other meal plans at orgjunkie.com!

SUNDAY ~ Perfect Enchiladas – We were supposed to have these yesterday, but it was my son’s birthday and he decided he wanted hot dogs instead (go figure!) so we’re having them today.  The basis for this recipe comes from The Pioneer Woman, but she uses ground beef and I’m going to use chicken (last time I used pork and that was yummy, too!)  Marci posted the recipe on her blog awhile back and I finally got around to trying it a few weeks ago and it was a hit, so we’re having it again.

Our “filling” – I’m going to put 2 frozen chicken breasts in the crockpot on low with a can of enchilada sauce (red) and some taco seasoning.  I’ll shred the taco meat and that and some cheese will become our “filling”

The sauce (from Marci’s blog)
1 T. canola oil
1 T. flour/cornstarch
1 large (28 oz) can enchilada/red sauce
2 c. chicken broth
1/2 t. salt
1/2 t. ground black pepper
2 T. chopped cilantro

-In a large saucepan over med. heat, add oil and flour and whisk together to make a paste, cooking for 1 min.
-Pour in the red sauce, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and cilantro, and bring to boil.
-Reduce heat and simmer 30-45 min.

I’m going to use 1 dozen flour tortillas.  Whenever I make enchiladas, I always put a little bit of sauce along the bottom of the pan to keep the enchiladas from stocking to the pan.  I’ll fill each tortilla with the shredded chicken breast and cheese, roll it, and place it in a 9X13 Pyrex baking dish. Then, I’ll cover the rolled enchiladas with the sauce and some cheese and bake it in the oven for 20-30 minutes at 350 until the cheese is melted.

WW points = 9 per serving for 2 enchiladas

MONDAY ~ Bacon-wrapped apple BBQ chicken (slow cooker) – This recipe came from All You Magazine and Marci posted about it on her blog complete with pictures

Ingredients:
1/2 c barbecue sauce
2 apples, such as Granny Smith, peeled, cored and grated
juice of 1 lemon
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
8 slices bacon (I’m going to use turkey bacon)
salt and pepper

Directions:
-In a small bowl, combine bbq sauce, grated apple and lemon juice.
-Wrap 2 pieces of bacon around each chicken breast half. Place wrapped chicken in slow cooker and top with bbq-sauce mixture.
-Set slow cooker to low and cook for 8 hours.

TUESDAY ~ Texas Kielbasa skillet – I originally got this recipe from a freezer swap and it has become a big hit with our family

1 can (10 3/4 oz.) CREAM OF CELERY SOUP (I use whatever cream soup I have on hand)
1 1/2 cups WATER
1 Tablespoon BUTTER
¾ cup uncooked LONG GRAIN RICE
1 pound SMOKED KIELBASA SAUSAGE, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 pkg. (10 oz.) FROZEN PEAS
½ cup SLICED MUSHROOMS
1 cup SHREDDED CHEDDAR CHEESE

Combine soup, water and butter substitute in a large skillet with a lid.  Bring to a boil. Add rice and sausage. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.  Stir in peas and mushrooms. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes,
or until rice is tender. Sprinkle with cheese and serve hot.

WEDNESDAY ~ Black bean and chicken burritos (slow cooker) – This is another family favorite that is SUPER easy to make!

Ingredients:
1 taco/fajita seasoning packet
2 cans black beans, drained
2-3 chicken breasts
1 can green enchilada sauce

Place chicken breasts in bottom of the crockpot and then add remaining ingredients. Cook on low 6-8 hours. Shred chicken before serving and serve in tortillas. We add cheese, sour cream, etc. to the tortillas. We sometimes add rice (cooked rice to the mixture once we’re ready to serve, not in the crockpot!). This is also really good if you use beef instead of the chicken!

Side:  Cilantro Lime Rice (this recipe also comes from Marci’s blog!)

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons butter (I use I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter)
1 1/2 cups rice
2 cups chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 large lime (juice and zest)
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Directions:
In a skillet, melt butter and add rice. Let cook for 1-2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients (except cilantro) and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and cook for 18-20 minutes. Add cilantro with a few minutes before done. Fluff with fork and serve.

WW points = 3 points per serving (makes 4 servings)

THURSDAY ~ Creamy Ranch Mushroom Pork Chops – This was originally posted by Astrid on the BBC Cooking for your Family board. The recipe is similar to a cream cheese chicken recipe I make, which is a family favorite, but I had pork chops on hand this week, so we’re having this instead.

Ingredients:
4 boneless pork chops
1 packet ranch seasoning
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 soup can chicken broth
1 block cream cheese

Spray a crockpot with cooking spray, and put all ingredients but cream cheese in. Cover, and cook on low “all day” (I did 10 hours, but you could do less). Before serving, stir in cream cheese until melted. The sauce is also delicious with veggies!


FRIDAY ~ Red Chicken Chili with Cornbread Muffies – Carrie posted this recipe on her blog (complete with pictures) and it looked yummy! I have seen lots of recipes for “white chicken chili” but this was the first recipe I have seen for “red chicken chili.” We tried it a few weeks back and loved it, so we’re making it again.  I’m going to put all of the ingredients in my crockpot on low for the day.

Ingredients:
1 bag sliced white mushrooms
1 can (15.5 oz) light red kidney beans, rinse and drain
1 16 oz jar chipotle salsa
1 8 oz can tomato sauce
3 chicken breasts, boiled and shredded
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup sour cream
6 oz American ale beer (I’m going to omit this)
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons minced garlic (not dried)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons flour

Boil chicken breasts in water for 40 minutes, shred with fork.

Combine all ingredients except flour. Mix flour with just enough hot water to make a paste. Add to ingredients. Bring to a simmer and continue for 1 hour. Cool for 15 minutes. Top with extra cheese and sour cream.

Notes:  Since I made mine in the crockpot, I didn’t do the “paste” part.  I just dumped everything in the crockpot (including the chicken breasts, which were frozen) and let it cook on low for the day.  I shredded the chicken, mixed it all together, and let it cook on low for about 15 minutes before serving.

WW points = 5 per serving (makes 4-6 servings)


SATURDAY ~ Taco rice (freezer meal)

Ingredients:
2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
3 cups Chicken broth (I use 100% fat free)
8 oz. Tomato sauce
1 pkg. Taco seasoning mix
1-1/2 cups Brown rice, uncooked
1/2 cup Red or Green Pepper
1 can of corn
(1 can red enchilada sauce ~ this is my personal addition)

On Hand:
Shredded cheddar cheese

Optional Ingredients:
Tortilla chips, flour tortillas, tomatoes, lettuce, salsa, etc.

Assembly Directions:
Mix everything in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer until rice is done (about 40-50 minutes). Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Freezing Directions:
Allow rice mixture to cool. Place in appropriate sized containers. Seal, label and freeze.

Serving Directions:
Thaw in the refrigerator. Reheat in microwave until warm. You can also reheat it in a saucepan if you add a little bit of water before heating. Sprinkle cheese on top and serve with tortilla chips.

Comments:
This is a big favorite around our house. This time around, I substituted red enchilada sauce for the tomato sauce. I thought it would give it more zip, but I didn’t really notice a huge difference. My entire family loves this and it makes a LOT. We use it with nachos or as filling for tacos/burritos.

WW points per serving = 5 points/serving (this does not include toppings or “extras”)

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Target deals for the week of 4/11

April 11, 2010 by

Keep in mind that pricing may vary by area. Always check your local ad to confirm that they have the “weekly deals.”

The weekly ad deals aren’t that great.  This is the “Deal of the Week” (in my opinion):

Buy 2 Gillette Fusion or Venus Embrace razors ($6.99 each) or cartridges, get a $5 Target gift card
$4/1 Gillette Fusion razor – 4-4 PG (Collectable Coupons and My Coupon Hunter have these)
$2/1 Venus Embrace or Spa Breeze razor – 4-4 PG (Collectable Coupons and My Coupon Hunter have these)
Buy 1 Gillette Fusion catridge, get a free Gillette Fusion razor – 3-7 SS (Collectable Coupons has these)

SCENARIO:
Buy 2 Gillette Fusion razors – $6.99/each

Use 2 $4 coupons

Spend $5.98 OOP, get a $5 Target gift card (use a Target gift card to lower your OOP if you already have one on hand!)
Final Price = $.98 after coupons/gift card for 2 razors!

SCENARIO:
Buy 2 Venus Embrace razors – $6.99/each

Use 2 $2 coupons

Spend $9.98 OOP, get a $5 Target gift card
Final Price = $4.98 after coupons/gift card for 2 razors!

SCENARIO:
Buy 1 Venus Embrace razor and 1 Gillette Fusion razor – $6.99/each

Use $2 Venus coupon
Use $4 Fusion coupon

Spend $7.98 OOP, get a $5 Target gift card
Final price = $2.98 after gift card/coupons for 2 razors!


SCENARIO:
Buy 1 Gillette Fusion cartridges – $13.99 at my store for the “regular” cartridges
Buy 1 Gillette Fusion razor – $6.99

Use Free razor WYB cartridges coupon

Spend $13.99 OOP, get a $5 Target gift card
Final Price = $8.99 after coupons/gift card (if you want cartridges, this is about as good as it gets…)

NEW AT TARGET: Electronics trade-in ~ Trade in your new or used iPod or iPhone for a Target gift card.

Get Text Alerts from Target: receive coupons, deals, and weekly ad reminders on your mobile phone – use a barcode that can be scanned at check-out for multiple one time only coupon deals throughout the month.  The text alerts for mobile coupons appear to be released on Sundays and appear to be valid for one week only (when the new round is released on Sundays, the old round disappears).

Target now offers price matching. You can check out their policy here.

At Target, you can use one Target coupon and one manufacturer’s coupon per item. The printable Target coupons now state “one per transaction” meaning you can only use one “like” coupon per transaction. The Target coupons from the inserts do not have this wording and neither do the Target toy coupons. You can read/print their coupon policy here.

They are also offering a .05 credit when you bring in your own reusable shopping bag!

Regular Markdown Schedule in other Departments
Monday – Electronics, Kids Clothing and Stationary (Cards, GiftWrap, etc.)
Tuesday – Domestics, Women’s Clothing, Pets and Market (food items)
Wednesday – Men’s Clothing, Toys, Health and Beauty, Lawn & Garden items
Thursday – House Wares, Lingerie, Shoes, Sporting Goods, Movies, Music, Books, Decor and Luggage
Friday – Auto, Cosmetics, Hardware, & Jewelry

GROCERY DEALS:

Act II popcorn (3 ct) – $1 (in the “Dollar” Spot)
$.40/1 Act popcorn – 2-28 SS
Final Price – $.60/each
(Thanks Hip2Save!)

Gold ‘n Plump boneless, skinless chicken breasts (20 oz) – $3.99
$.75/1 Gold ‘n Plump printable (use zip code 84104)
$1/1 Gold ‘n Plump printable
Final Price = $2.99/package after coupon

Heinz vinegar – white or apple cider – $.99
$.50/1 Heinz vinegar printable
Final Price = $.49

Michael Angelo’s Frozen Entrees – $2.50 (on price cut through 4/24)
$1/1 Michael Angelo’s Entree printable
BOGO free Michael Angelo’s Entree printable (must register to print)
Final Price = $1.50 for 2!
(Thanks Totally Target!)

GIFT CARD DEAL:  Buy 5 Special K items – $2.39/each, get a $5 Target gift card
$2/2 Special K granola – 3-28 RP
$1/1 Special K granola – 3-28 RP
$1/1 Special K granola printable
$5 off women’s swimsuit with purchase of 5 Kellogg’s Special K products Target printable

SCENARIO:
Buy 5 Target Special K granola cereal – $2.39/each

Use 2 $2/2 coupons and 1 $1/1 coupon

Spend $6.95 OOP, get a $5 Target gift card
Final Price = $1.95 after coupons/gift card for 5 boxes of cereal!

HEALTH & BEAUTY:

Dial Nutriskin Hand Soap – $1.37
$1/1 Dial Nutriskin Target printable
$.35/1 Dial liquid hand soap – 3-7 RP
Final price = $.02 after coupons!

 
Some Target stores now have the Gillette Fusion MVP razors in new packaging for $4.99.  Use the $4/1 coupon from the 4-4 PG insert and get it for $.99!  (Thanks Cuckoo for Coupon Deals!)
 
Some Target stores also have the Gillette Venus razors in the new packaging for $4.99.  Pair the $2/1 Venus coupons from the 4-4 PG insert and get it for $2.99!

Kandoo 42 count flushable wipes – $1.65
$1/1 Kandoo, any – 4-4 PG
Final Price = $.65/each
(Thanks Totally Target!)

Lip Smackers – $1.47
$1/1 Lip Smackers printable
Final price = $.47

Extra Super Lash Rimmel Mascara is priced at $2.99 in some Target stores.  Use the $3/1 Rimmel coupon from the March All You Magazine and get it for FREE!

(Thanks Totally Target!)

Reach floss – $1.12
$1/1 Reach floss – 10-18 RP, 1-3 RP
Final price = $.12

St. Ives Oatmeal & Shea butter body wash travel size, St. Ives Hydrating Vitamin E body moisturizer travel size, St. Ives Fresh Skin Invigorating Apricot Scrub travel size – $.97/each
$1/1 St. Ives, any (does not include trial sizes) – 3-21 SS
Final Price = Free after coupon!
(Thanks Totally Target!)
Vaseline Total Moisture body lotion – $2.99
$1.25/1 Vaseline lotion, any – 4-11 RP
$1/1 Vaseline skin care lotion Target printable
Final Price = $.74 after coupons

Vaseline Sheer Infusion Lotion – $5.99
$3.75/1 Vaseline Sheer Infusion – 4-11 RP
$1/1 Vaseline skin care lotion Target printable
Final Price = $1.24 after coupons!
(Thanks Totally Target!)

HOUSEHOLD:

GE Energy Smart Light bulbs – $2.99
$2/1 GE Energy Smart light bulbs Target printable
$1/1 GE Energy Smart light bulbs printable
Final Price = Free after coupon (make sure you give the Target coupon last!)

Snuggle fabric softener – $3.50 (price match Kroger ad) or $3.99 (price match Walgreens ad)
$3/1 Snuggle fabric softener – 3-28 RP
Final Price = $.50-$.99 each after price match

GIFT CARD DEAL:  Buy 2 Huggies/Pull-Ups/Overnites – $19.99/box, Viva paper towels – $14.99, Cottonelle toilet paper – $14.99 or Scott toilet paper – $14.99, get a $5 Target gift card
$3/1 Huggies printable
$.50/1 Viva paper towels printable
$2/1 Huggies diapers – 3-21 SS
$1.50/1 Huggies Pull-Ups – 3-21 SS
$.50/1 Cottonelle toilet paper – 3-14 SS (12 ct+)
$1/1 Scott bath tissue – 3-21 SS


SCENARIO:
Buy 2 Huggies diapers – $19.99/each

Use 2 $3/1 Huggies coupons

Spend $33.98 OOP, get a $5 Target gift card
Final Price = $28.98 after coupons/gift card ($14.49/box)

SCENARIO:
Buy 2 Scott toilet paper – $14.99/each

Use 2 $1/1 coupons

Spend $27.98 OOP, get a $5 Target gift card
Final Price = $22.98 after coupons/gift card

GIFT CARD DEAL:  Buy Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic shower cleaner – $12.99, get a $5 Target gift card
$5/1 Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic shower cleaner – 3-21 SS
$5/1 Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic shower cleaner printable

SCENARIO:
Buy 1 Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic Shower cleaner – $12.99

Use $5/1 coupon

Spend $7.99 OOP, get a $5 Target gift card
Final Price = $2.99 after coupons/gift card

Here are some links to the clearance deals online: (don’t forget to shop through Ebates to get 4% cash back)
Want to get on the Target mailing lists? This isn’t a sure thing, but it’s worth signing up here. (Thanks A Full Cup!)
This post is part of Becentsable’s Grocery Gathering.
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