Albertson's Cereal/Milk Run

I know I said I wasn't going to blog for a little while, but this deal is WAY too good to keep in the dark.  Right now you can get select Kellogg's cereals at Albertson's for 3/$5.  PLUS, when you buy 3 select Kellogg's cereals, you get a catalina for a free gallon of milk (or half, up to $3.99).  PLUS, Kellogg's has a mail in rebate for a $10 Mastercard when you buy 10 participating items.  PLUS, you can stack coupons on top of the Albertson's sale!!  PLUS, if you wait until Sunday, you can use doublers and MAKE money on all this!!  And guess what?!  Some of the cereals on sale at Albertson's are the ones for the mail in rebate.  CRAZY!!

I am not going to wait until Sunday because I don't know if I am going to have time for a doubler run, so I went this morning.  It ends up being $1.70 (after rebate) for 10 boxes of cereal and 3 gallons of milk if you do it now.  AMAZING DEAL!!

Here is what I did today:

6 Transactions (at two different stores), each one had 6 boxes of cereal.

6 boxes of Rice Krispies, on sale 3/$5 = $10
- (3) $1/2 coupons 3/6 RP
= $7 and I got 2 catalinas for milk

6 boxes of Crispex cereal, on sale 3/$5 = $10
- (3) $1/2 coupons here (must register and you can print two of each coupon per computer you have)
= $7 and I got 2 catalinas for milk

6 boxes of Corn Flakes cereal, on sale 3/$5 = $10

- (3) $1/2 coupons here (must register and you can print two of each coupon per computer you have)

= $7 and I got 2 catalinas for milk

3 boxes of Corn Flakes, 3 boxes of Crispex, on sale 3/$5 = $10

- (3) $1/2 coupons here (must register and you can print two of each coupon per computer you have)

= $7 and I got 2 catalinas for milk

I did the Crispex and the Corn Flakes transactions twice.  So, I ended up with 36 boxes of cereal and 12 catalinas for milk.  I will go back one more time to get 4 more to make it 40 boxes so I can send in for four $10 rebates (you can send up to 5 per household!!).

SO, after I get four more boxes, I will have paid $46.48 of which $40 will come back to me in prepaid Mastercards making it $6.48.  For this $6.48 I will have gotten 40 boxes of cereal and 13 gallons of milk!!  The shelf cost of all of this is $275.29!!!!  So, I am saving $268.81!!!  Incredible!!

I know you are probably wondering what I am going to do with all of this milk and cereal.  I am going to give some of it away.  I am going to freeze some of the milk (see below).  I am also going to make some breakfast bars, rice krispie treats and snack mix with the cereal

How do you freeze milk?  You open up the milk, and empty out and inch or so to allow for expansion.  You can freeze the milk for up to 3 months.  Defrost the milk in the refrigerator, shake well after it is completely defrosted and use within a few days of defrosting.

Thanks Coupon Connections NW!

 

Short Break

I am going to be taking a blogging "break" until probably the middle of next week.  My son is going to be having surgery and I need to spend some time with him and my other boys (who will be going to Grandma's for the week) before the surgery and I need to get my house in order since I will be staying with him in the hospital for a week after the surgery in Seattle.  I am hoping to resume blogging after he is feeling a little better and I have some extra time.  Thanks so much for understanding!

MOOLALA: $12 for a Six Month Membership to E-Mealz.com

Moolala is a newer daily deal site.  The daily deal they are offering today is a 6 month membership to E-Mealz.com for only $12!  E-Mealz.com is s meal planning website that plans your meals and creates shopping lists by comparing different grocery stores!  Here is what the Moolala says about them:

"E-Mealz offers a cornucopia of meal plans, including gluten-free, low-fat, and vegetarian options. Popular stores (Wal-Mart, Publix, Kroger) are covered, as well as plans for food found at smaller grocers. Additionally, E-Mealz has unveiled specialty meal plans based on both the original and new Weight Watchers point system. 

The site's extra-special recipes are seasoned within the meal plans in the perfect proportions. E-Mealz also makes wrangling with picky eaters a breeze: dropping a potentially unpopular meal is as simple as crossing off a few ingredients. The plans arrive every week - just log onto the site with your username and download the plan. 

• Save time planning, pricing and shopping for meals
• Custom meal plans for 1-2 or 4-6 people
• Options for specific dietary needs"

You are able to purchase one per customer, but unlimited as gifts.  You must be a new subscriber to E-Mealz.com for this deal.  The voucher expires March 22, 2012.

If you are not a member of Moolala yet, you can go here to sign up for free. 

GROUPON: $2 for 5 Movie Rentals at Blockbuster Express

Groupon's daily deal today is $2 for 5 movie rentals from Blockbuster Express!  Blockbuster Express is a rental system similar to Redbox.  This voucher is good until May 1, 2013, so even though there isn't a Blockbuster Express in Olympia/Lacey yet, I am going to get one for when there is (or for when we are on vacation or something this summer and want to rent something and there is one in the city we are in).  You are able to get one per person.  If you are not a member of Groupon, you can go here to sign up for free!

IF YOU DO THE DEAL THROUGH SWAGBUCKS, YOU WILL GET 160 SWAGBUCKS!  If you are not a member of Swagbucks, you can go here to sign up for free.  Swagbucks is a search engine where you earn bucks for searching the web (and doing other things like getting Daily Deals or using Coupons printed from their site) and then you can trade the Swagbucks in for things like Amazon and Starbucks gift cards!  For this Daily Deal, look under the Earn tab, then Daily Deals. 

LIVING SOCIAL: The Picture People Photo Session and six Sheets for $18

Living Social's deal of the day is a photo session, six photo sheets and free enhancements ($108 value) from The Picture People for only $18!  There are three different locations to choose from (Tacoma, Tukwila and Lynnwood) and the voucher is good until June 24, 2011.  You are able to use one voucher per session.

If you are new to Living Social, go here to sign up.  It is totally free.  If you already have an account, you can go here to purchase the deal.

IF YOU DO THE DEAL THROUGH SWAGBUCKS, YOU WILL GET 450 SWAGBUCKS!!  That is the equivalent of a $5 Amazon Gift Card!  So, you are really only "paying" $15!  If you do not already have a Swagbucks account, it is free to sign up and you will be on your way to earning FREE stuff by searching the web, using coupons (printed from their site), etc.  Just go here to sign up and the Living Social deal will be under "Daily Deals" under the "Earn" tab.  

Menu Plan Monday, March 21-27

I am going to be out of town for most of this week, so I am not actually going to have to cook for a few days!  SO exciting!!  :)  However, I will still throw in some of my favorite recipes just for fun, even though I won't be cooking them.  :)  Here is what I came up with for the week:

Monday-Leftover Buffet

Tuesday-No Weigh, José!  Mexican Lasagna, Green Salad, Rolls

Wednesday-Glad Thai Dings, Rice Noodles, Stir Fry Vegetables

Thursday-Livin' on the Vedge

Friday-Tuna Noodle Casserole

Saturday-Baked Salmon

Sunday-Sticky Chicken

I get my produce from Full Circle Farms.  It is yummy organic produce with a great selection of fruits and veggies!  I pick up a big box every two weeks, but you might be able to have yours delivered!  You can read more about Full Circle Farms on my post here.

For hundreds of other weekly Menu Plans, visit I'm An Organizing Junkie's Menu Plan Monday linky here

No Weigh José! Mexican Lasagna

Makes 8 Servings

1 1/2 lbs extra lean ground chicken
1 cup each died red onions and diced green bell pepper
2 tsp minced garlic
1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup frozen or canned corn
1 1/2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
2 cups your favorite tomato pasta sauce
1 cup medium salsa
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp minced fresh cilantro
4 large or 8 small whole wheat flour tortillas
1 1/2 cups packed shredded light old (sharp) cheddar cheese (6 oz)
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 cup light sour cream

1.  Preheat oven to 375°F.  Spray a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.

2.  In a large, non-stick pot or skillet, cook ground chicken, onions, green pepper, and garlic over medium-high heat until meat is no longer pink.  Break up any large pieces of chicken as it's cooking.

3.  Add black beans, tomatoes, corn, chili powder, and cumin.  Cook and stir for 2 more minutes.  Add pasta sauce, salsa, and black pepper.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat to low.  Cover and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Stir in cilantro and remove from heat.

4.  To assemble lasagna, spread 1/3 sauce mixture over bottom of casserole dish.  Top with 1/2 the tortillas, overlapping and cutting them as necessary to fit.  Top with 1/3 sauce mixture, followed by 1/2 cheese.  Cover cheese with remaining tortillas, followed by remaining sauce.  Sprinkle remaining cheese over sauce and top with green onions.

5.  Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.  Uncover and bake 10 more minutes.  Let lasagna stand for at least 10 minutes before slicing for easier serving.  Top each piece with a dollop of sour cream.

Recipe taken from

Glad Thai Dings

Makes 40 meatballs

Meatballs
3 lbs extra-lean ground beef
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
1/2 cup dry unseasoned bread crumbs
6 tbsp finely minced green onions
2 tbsp minced fresh cilantro
2 eggs
4 tsp minced garlic
2 tsp grated gingerroot
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
1/2 tsp each salt and pepper

Sauce
1 cup light coconut milk
1/3 cup hoisin sauce
2 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp light peanut butter
2 tbsp minced fresh basil leaves or fresh cilantro
1 tbsp grated gingerroot
1 tsp grated lemon zest
1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

1.  Preheat oven to 400°F.  Spray a rimmed cookie sheet or large baking pan with cooking spray and set aside.

2.  To make meatballs, combine all meatball ingredients in a large bowl (using your hands works best).  Form meat mixture into 80 1-to 1 1/2-inch meatballs.  Place on prepared pan.

3.  Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through and nicely browned on the outside.  

4.  While meatballs are cooking, prepare sauce.  In a deep, non-stick skillet, whisk together all sauce ingredients.  Heat over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until sauce boils.  Reduce heat to medium and cook, uncovered, for 3 minutes, stirring often.  Sauce will thicken a bit.

5.  Add cooked meatballs to sauce and mix well.  Serve hot with stir fry vegetables, rice noodles or alone as an appetizer.

Recipe taken from 

Weekly Diaper Deals, March 20-26

I have listed the diaper deals for non-grocery stores for the week.  I am having a hard time trying to decide how to list grocery store deals since their sales go from Wednesday-Tuesday and non-grocery stores go from Sunday-Saturday.  I suppose I could try to get on here on Tuesdays and update the grocery store deals.  I will try to do that as often as I can.  If you see any other deals that ARE NOT listed here on this list, please feel free to put them in the comments area! 

COUPONS (thanks to We Use Coupons!):

$1/2 Huggies Baby Wipes Tub and One Refill
$2/1 Huggies Little Snugglers or Little Movers Diapers, 2/27 SS (ex 3/26)
$2.50/1 Huggies Pure and Natural Diapers, 2/27 SS (ex 3/26)
$2/1 Huggies Big Pack Diapers or Wipes, Walgreens Infant Coupon Book (ex 12/31)
$2.50/1 Huggies Diaper, 48+ count, TARGET coupon (ex.4/9)
$2/1 Huggies Pull Ups, Jumbo Pack+

$1.50/2 Huggies Diapers, 3/20 SS (ex 4/16)
$2/2 Huggies Little Movers or Little Snugglers, 3/20 SS (ex 4/16)
$0.50/1 Huggies Wipes (64 ct+), 3/20 SS (ex 4/16)

$1/1 Pampers Kandoo Wipes
$2/1 Pampers Diapers or Pants, 2/27 PG (ex 3/31)
$0.50/1 Pampers Wipes 60+ count, 2/27 PG (ex 3/31)
$1/1 Pampers Wipes 60+ count, 2/27 (ex 3/31)
$2/1 Pampers Cruisers, Swaddlers or Swaddlers Sensitive Diapers, Walgreens Infant Coupon Book (ex 12/31)
$1/1 Pampers Diapers, PG $110 Savings Book, (ex varies)

$1/1 Luvs Diapers, PG $110 Savings Book, (ex varies)

$1/1 Seventh Generation Diapers, TARGET coupon (ex 3/26)
$1/1 Seventh Generation Product, 1/23 RP (ex 4/23)
$1/1 Seventh Generation Diapers, Training Pants or Wipes
$1/1 Seventh Generation Product
$1/1 Seventh Generation Product

STORE DEALS


AMAZON
Amazon usually has some pretty great deals on diapers.  This is normally where I get my diapers because I can usually get them for FREE!  To find out how to get FREE diapers at Amazon, head over to my post here.  It explains how you can do it!  :)

TARGET
Pampers Baby Dry, Swaddlers, Cruisers, or Easy Ups Jumbo Packs, on sale 2/$16
-$2/1 Pampers Diapers or Pants, 2/27 PG (ex 3/31)
-$1/1 Pampers Diapers, PG $110 Savings Book, (ex varies)

As low as 2/$12, or $6 a Jumbo Pack

Huggies Little Movers, Snug and Dry, Little Snugglers or Pull-Ups Jumbo Packs, on sale 2/$16
-$2/1 Huggies Little Snugglers or Little Movers Diapers, 2/27 SS (ex 3/26)
-$2/1 Huggies Pull Ups, Jumbo Pack+
-$1.50/2 Huggies Diapers, 3/20 SS (ex 4/16)
-$2/2 Huggies Little Movers or Little Snugglers, 3/20 SS (ex 4/16)
As low as 2/$12, or $6 a Jumbo Pack 


Pampers (180-216 ct) and Huggies (184-216 ct) Wipe Refills, on sale for $5.39
-$0.50/1 Pampers Wipes 60+ count, 2/27 PG (ex 3/31)
-$1/1 Pampers Wipes 60+ count, 2/27 (ex 3/31)






-$0.50/1 Huggies Wipes Tub (64 ct+), 3/20 SS (ex 4/16)
As low as $4.39 ($0.020/wipe) for Pampers and $4.89 ($0.022/wipe) for Huggies


Up & Up Value Pack Diapers (Target Brand), on sale for $14.69
-$0.50/1 Up & Up Baby Product
Total $14.19 for Value Pack of Diapers


WALGREENS
Huggies Little Swimmers, on sale $5.99
-$1.50/2 Huggies Diapers, 3/20 SS (ex 4/16)
Total $5.24 each wyb 2


Huggies Wipe Refill (184-216 count), on sale $5.99
-$0.50/1 Huggies Wipes Tub (64 ct+), 3/20 SS (ex 4/16)
     Stack With
-$2/1 Huggies Big Pack Diapers or Wipes, Walgreens Infant Coupon Book (ex 12/31)--If this is considered a "Big Pack" of Wipes
Total $3.49 ($0.016/wipe)!!

Huggies Jumbo Pack Diapers or Pull-Ups, on sale $7.99
-$2/1 Huggies Little Snugglers or Little Movers Diapers, 2/27 SS (ex 3/26)
-$2.50/1 Huggies Pure and Natural Diapers, 2/27 SS (ex 3/26)--If Included


-$2/1 Huggies Pull Ups, Jumbo Pack+

-$1.50/2 Huggies Diapers, 3/20 SS (ex 4/16)
-$2/2 Huggies Little Movers or Little Snugglers, 3/20 SS (ex 4/16)
As low as $5.49 for Pure and Natural or $5.99 for Little Snugglers or Little Movers or Pull-Ups


RITE AID
Huggies Jumbo Pack Diapers, Pull-Ups or Goodnights, on sale for $5.99
-$2/1 Huggies Little Snugglers or Little Movers Diapers, 2/27 SS (ex 3/26)
-$2.50/1 Huggies Pure and Natural Diapers, 2/27 SS (ex 3/26)--If Included
-$2/1 Huggies Pull Ups, Jumbo Pack+

-$1.50/2 Huggies Diapers, 3/20 SS (ex 4/16)
-$2/2 Huggies Little Movers or Little Snugglers, 3/20 SS (ex 4/16)
As low as $6.49 for Pure and Natural or $6.99 for Little Snugglers or Little Movers or Pull-Ups

Huggies Wipes, Buy One, Get One 50% Off
-$0.50/1 Huggies Wipes (64 ct+), 3/20 SS (ex 4/16) 
Final Price Will Vary

 

Walmart Run-3/21

I don't normally go to Walmart because it tends to be kind of a hassle for me, but this last week, they had some pretty good deals that I couldn't pass up.  They also changed their coupon policy and now you are able to apply the overage from coupons that are MORE than the item amount to the rest of your purchase (or get cash back). PLUS, there is a mail in rebate on toilet paper and Frosted Flakes that MAKES me money, so I had to do it!  LOL

I did try to do this run a couple of days ago and got a terrible cashier, so I ended up just leaving all my stuff there.  I don't do this very often, but this cashier had NO idea what she was doing, and to make it worse, her superior didn't either, so I was outnumbered by people who did not know their own coupon policy or how coupons worked.  It was not worth it!!  BUT, today when I went, the cashier was AWESOME and her superior was super!  It all worked out!!  YEAH!!

So, here is what I got:

Transaction #1

2 Cottonelle Ultra Toilet Paper 12 double rolls
-Bring Albertson's ad from last week (good until 3/22) and they will price match the ad-so these were $5.99 each
-$0.50/1 printable x 2
=$10.98

4 Philadelphia Cooking Creams, $2.48 each
-$1.50/1 from 3/6 SS x 4
=$3.92

4 Gain Dryer Sheets, 40-count, $1.87
-$3/1 2/13 RP x 4
=$4.52 OVERAGE (applied to the rest of my order)

3 Crest Kids Toothpaste, $1
-$0.50/1 from 2/27 P&G x 3
=$1.50

4 Bailey's Coffee Creamer, $1.84
-$1/1 from 3/6 SS x 4
=$3.36

4 Millstone Individual Coffee Packs, $1.64
-$2/1 from 2/13 RP
=$1.44 OVERAGE (applied to the rest of my order)

Gallon of Milk, $2.38

3 Franks Hot Sauce, $3.12
-FREE coupon from 3/13 SS
= FREE

TAX  $1.95
TOTAL  $18.13

Transaction #2

2 Kelloggs Frosted Flakes Family Size, $3.50
-$1/2 3/6 RP
=$6.00

TOTAL  $6.00

TOTAL FOR BOTH TRANSACTIONS  $24.13

It gets better!!  I am going to submit for two $10 mail in rebates (one for the Cottonelle Ultra and one for the Frosted Flakes), so I actually am only going to be paying $4.13 for all of this!!  :)

You can do the toilet paper deal (two 12 count double rolls for $0.98!) until tomorrow (when the Albertson's ad expires for the price match), but it looks like the Kelloggs Frosted Flakes are normally $3.50, so you can do that deal until April 15th and actually MAKE $4!  :)  If you choose to do both of them, make sure you do two separate transactions so you can mail in two rebates.  :)

THANKS, The Coupon Posse!

If you would like to learn how to save HUNDREDS of dollars on your everyday items, check out my Strategic Shopping Classes!

DEAL PULP $7 for $20 at CaliforniaTeaHouse.com (plus free shipping!)

If you know a tea lover (or if you are one yourself) this is the deal for you!  Today's Deal Pulp daily deal is $7 for $20 credit for fine loose leaf teas from CalifoniaTeaHouse.com.  This deal also includes FREE SHIPPING!  Here is some information about the tea:

• Find the highest grade hand selected loose leaf tea, organic herbal tea, and blooming tea from the finest tea estates around the globe
• Choose from USDA certified organic imports and herbal tea blends grown at family owned and operated farms in California

There is a limit of one per person and you are able to buy one more as a gift.  It expires March 17, 2012.

If you have not signed up for Deal Pulp, you can do so here for free.  If you already have an account, you can go to the deal here.

GROUPON: $6 Movie Ticket to "The Lincoln Lawyer"

Groupon has tickets to "The Lincoln Lawyer" staring Matthew McConaughey for only $6!  The deal is for tickets that you will get through Fandango and can be used at any time theaters are showing the movie (except IMAX and 3D showings).  Here are some highlights of the movie:

• Stars Matthew McConaughey, Marisa Tomei, William H. Macy, and Ryan Phillippe
• Based on best-selling novel by Michael Connelly
• In theaters this Friday, March 18

You are able to buy 2 tickets at this price.  This would be great for a cheap date night!  :)  If you are not a member of Groupon, you can go here to sign up for free.  If you already have an account, go here to get the deal.

ALSO, if you purchase the deal through Swagbucks, you will get 160 "bucks"!  To learn more about Swagbucks and how you can start collecting "bucks" to get free things, like Amazon and Starbucks gift cards, go here.  :)

Weekly Diaper Deals, March 13-19

It is a pretty dry week for diaper deals.  I posted what I found, but am thinking that your best bet if you need diapers this week is definitely going to be Amazon (unless you don't care about brand, and then it would be Walgreens).  Please post on here if you find a deal elsewhere that is not listed here!  :)  


COUPONS (thanks to We Use Coupons!):

$1/2 Huggies Baby Wipes Tub and One Refill 
Huggies Wipes Tub FREE wyb Huggies Wipes Refill, 2/27 SS (ex 3/19)
$2/1 Huggies Little Snugglers or Little Movers Diapers, 2/27 SS (ex 3/26)
$2.50/1 Huggies Pure and Natural Diapers, 2/27 SS (ex 3/26)
$2/1 Huggies Snug and Dry Diapers, 2/27 SS (ex. 3/19)
$3.50/1 Huggies Snug and Dry Diapers, 60+ count, 2/27 SS (ex 3/19)
$2/1 Huggies Big Pack Diapers or Wipes, Walgreens Infant Coupon Book (ex 12/31)
$2.50/1 Huggies Diaper, 48+ count, TARGET coupon (ex.4/9)
$2/1 Huggies Pull Ups, Jumbo Pack+

 $1/1 Pampers Kandoo Wipes
$2/1 Pampers Diapers or Pants, 2/27 PG (ex 3/31)
$2.50/1 Pampers Diapers or Pants, 2/27 PG (ex 3/31)
$0.50/1 Pampers Wipes 60+ count, 2/27 PG (ex 3/31)
$1/1 Pampers Wipes 60+ count, 2/27 (ex 3/31)
$2/1 Pampers Cruisers, Swaddlers or Swaddlers Sensitive Diapers, Walgreens Infant Coupon Book (ex 12/31)
$1/1 Pampers Diapers, PG $110 Savings Book, (ex varies)

$1/1 Luvs Diapers, PG $110 Savings Book, (ex varies)

$1/1 Seventh Generation Diapers, TARGET coupon (ex 3/26)
$1/1 Seventh Generation Product, 1/23 RP (ex 4/23)
$1/1 Seventh Generation Diapers, Training Pants or Wipes
$1/1 Seventh Generation Product
$1/1 Seventh Generation Product

STORE DEALS


AMAZON
Amazon usually has some pretty great deals on diapers.  This is normally where I get my diapers because I can usually get them for FREE!  To find out how to get FREE diapers atAmazon, head over to my post here.  It explains how you can do it!  :)


RITE AID
Tugaboos Jumbo Pack Diapers
Tugaboos Pants or Overnights, on sale 2/$16
-$1/1 In-Ad Coupon (only one per customer)
Get $2 UP+ Rewards
TOTAL like paying 2/$13


Tugaboos Baby Wipes, on sale 2/$5


WALGREENS
Walgreens Brand Jumbo Pack Diapers or Training Pants, B1G1
Buy 2 @ $8.99 each
-$8.99 from B1G1
-$2/1 in Walgreens Infant Care Book x2
TOTAL is $4.99 or $2.49 each!


Walgreens Baby Wipes, on sale Buy 1, Get 1 50% off


TARGET
Huggies and Pampers Value-Pack Diapers, on sale for $29
-$2/1 Huggies Little Snugglers or Little Movers Diapers, 2/27 SS (ex 3/26)
-$2/1 Huggies Snug and Dry Diapers, 2/27 SS (ex. 3/19)
-$3.50/1 Huggies Snug and Dry Diapers, 60+ count, 2/27 SS (ex 3/19)
-$2.50/1 Huggies Diaper, 48+ count, TARGET coupon (ex.4/9)
-$2/1 Pampers Diapers or Pants, 2/27 PG (ex 3/31)
-$2.50/1 Pampers Diapers or Pants, 2/27 PG (ex 3/31)
-$1/1 Pampers Diapers, PG $110 Savings Book, (ex varies)

TOTAL as low as $23 for Huggies Snug and Dry diapers and as low as $26.50 for Pampers


Pampers Easy Ups and Huggies Pull Ups big packs, on sale for $19
-$2/1 Pampers Diapers or Pants, 2/27 PG (ex 3/31)
-$2.50/1 Pampers Diapers or Pants, 2/27 PG (ex 3/31)
-$2/1 Huggies Pull Ups, Jumbo Pack+
TOTAL as low as $16.50 for Pampers and $17 for Huggies


SAFEWAY
Huggies Pull Ups Jumbo Pack, on sale $14.99
-$2/1 Huggies Pull Ups, Jumbo Pack+
TOTAL $12.99

Mom to Mom box diapers, on sale $14.99

Menu Plan Monday, March 14-20

I cannot believe it is Monday again!  It seems like I just made one of these like yesterday!  Time goes by way too fast sometimes!!!

I don't think I like Looneyspoons as much as I like Eat, Shrink and Be Merry.  I don't know if it is because Looneyspoons was written years before Eat, Shrink and Be Merry, so by the time they wrote Eat, Shrink and Be Merry they were more experienced.  Or maybe it is because Eat, Shrink and Be Merry has more fresh ingredients.  Anyhow, I like the newer book better.  I will continue to make things out of Looneyspoons, because I am sure there are things in there that are fabulous, but last weeks meal were only so-so in my opinion.

This week I think I am going to try some recipes out of some magazines I got this month.  I always like trying those out as well!  :)  And it seems like I get so many magazines a month, I should really utilize them for something other than the coupons inside!  :)

I realize this week is St. Patrick's Day and that Corned Beef or something Irish is supposed to be on the menu for Thursday.  My son has a science fair that evening, though, so I made Corned Beef and Cabbage with Soda Bread yesterday.  The recipes I used (use links) turned out to be awesome and it was absolutely delicious!  :)

Monday-Leftover Buffet

Tuesday-Mango Chicken Salad, Hot Rice, Snow Peas

Wednesday-Beef and Noodle Toss, Steamed Broccolette, Rolls

Thursday-Meat Loaf (from freezer), Green Salad, Rolls

Friday-Feta Stuffed Chicken Breasts, Steamed Asparagus, Pasta-Roni, Rolls

Saturday-Indian Pizza, Green Salad

Sunday-Cluck à l'Orange, Green Salad, Rice-a-Roni, Rolls

For HUNDREDS of more recipes, go to I'm An Organizing Junkie's Meal Plan Monday Linky.

Indian Pizza

Serves 4

1 pound store-bought whole wheat pizza dough, at room temperature
1/4 bunch cilantro, chopped
1 large jalapeño chile, seeds discarded, chopped
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt
4 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded (about 1 cup)
1 1/2 tsp curry powder
1/2 pound ground beef or dark-meat turkey
1 zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise 1/4 inch thick
1/4 large red onion, sliced

1.  Invert a 13-by-18 inch baking sheet onto the bottom of the oven.  Preheat the oven to 500°F.  Oil a second baking sheet and stretch pizza dough to fit the pan.

2.  In a mini food processor, pulse the cilantro, jalapeño and 2 tbsp olive oil until a paste forms; season with salt. Spread the paste on the dough, then sprinkle with the cheese.

3.  In a medium skillet, heat the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat.  Add the curry powder and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.  Add the meat, season with salt and cook, breaking up the meat, until just barely cooked, about 2 minutes.  Stir in the zucchini and onion.  Top the pizza with the meat mixture.  Place the baking sheet on the preheated baking sheet in the oven and bake until the crust is golden, about 20 minutes.

Recipe taken from Everyday with Rachael Ray, April 2011

Cluck à l'Orange

Makes 4 Servings

Four 6- to 8-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breasts halves
Salt and Pepper
2 tbsp flour
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 large shallot, finely chopped
1 1/3 cups chicken broth
3 oranges, 1 juiced and 2 sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp butter

1.  Season the chicken with salt and pepper and dust with the flour.  Ina large, heavy skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat.  Add the chicken and cook, turning once, until cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes; transfer to a plate.

2.  Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and the shallot to the pan and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.  Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil; lower the heat and simmer until reduced by two-thirds.  Add the orange juice and honey and season with salt.  Return the chicken and any juices to the pan to reheat, turning.  Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and thinly slice each breast on the diagonal, reserving the skillet.

3.  Arrange the chicken on a plate and fan the orange rounds on top.  Stir the butter into the skillet sauce and spoon over the chicken.

Recipe taken from Everyday with Rachael Ray, April 2011

Beef and Noodle Toss

Makes 4 Servings

8 oz lasagna noodles
12 ox boneless beef sirloin, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tbsp olive oil
1 pint grape tomatoes
8 oz sliced crimini or button mushrooms
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 14-oz can beef broth

1.  Break noodles in half; cook according to package directions.  Drain (do not rinse).

2.  Meanwhile, season beef with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper.  Toss with flour.  Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.  Add meat, any remaining flour, and the tomatoes to skillet.  Cook 3 to 4 minutes or until beef is well browned, stirring often.  Add mushrooms and garlic.  Cook 5 minutes more.  Add broth; cook 3 to 4 minutes more or until beef is done and liquid is slightly thickened.

3.  Add cooked noodles to skillet; stir gently to coat.  Heat through.  Spoon into pasta bowls to serve.

Recipe taken from Better Homes and Gardens, April 2011

Feta-Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Makes 4 Servings

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tsp finely shredded lemon peel
1 tbsp olive oil

1.  Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket in each chicken breast by cutting horizontally through the thickest portion to, but not through, the opposite side.  In a small bowl combine 1/4 cup of the feta cheese and the lemon peel.  Spoon cheese mixture into each pocket.  Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.

2.  In a large skillet heat oil over medium heat.  Add chicken.  Cook for 18-20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink (170°F), turning once.  Sprinkle chicken with remaining feta cheese.

Recipe taken from Better Homes and Gardens, March 2011

Mango Chicken Salad

Makes 4 Servings

3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
2 limes
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
1/2 cup flaked, unsweetened coconut flakes
2 mangoes, seeded, peeled and chopped
Lettuce leaves (optional)

1.  Preheat oven to 350°F.  Cut chicken into bite-size chunks.  Squeeze juice from 1 lime (2 tbsp); cut remaining lime into wedges.

2.  In a large saucepan combine the coconut milk, the lime juice, soy sauce, and crushed red pepper.  Add chicken and bring to boiling; reduce heat and cook, covered, for 12-15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally.

3.  Meanwhile, spread coconut in a shallow pan.  Bake, uncovered, for 4 to 5 minutes or until golden, stirring once.

4.  Remove chicken and cooking liquid to a bowl.  Add mangoes; toss to coat.  Sprinkle with toasted coconut.  Spoon onto lettuce leaves to serve.  Pass lime wedges.

Recipe taken from Better Homes and Gardens, April 2011

News Tribune Special-$1 per copy DELIVERED!

I am SO very extremely excited to be able to finally offer all of my readers/followers a great News Tribune deal for coupons!!

Why Should I Get The News Tribune?

The News Tribune is the paper here locally that has the best coupon inserts every Sunday.  If you do any kind   of Strategic Shopping, you probably know how valuable these inserts can be.  Each insert usually has hundreds of dollars in potential savings!  A lot of these coupons cannot be found online anywhere and the only way to get them is from the paper.  Getting multiple copies of the paper is really important for Strategic Shopping as well.  In order to create a "stockpile" of stuff when it is on sale, you need to buy multiples of the same item.  You cannot do this if you only have one coupon.  I recommend getting 4 papers per week if you are just starting out.  Many times catalina deals (when you buy so many of the same product, you get a coupon called a catalina at checkout for a certain amount of money off of your next shopping trip) have the highest amount off your next shopping order on 4 or more items bought in the same transaction.  Having 4 coupons to apply to these usually makes for free items or items that MAKE you money!


Getting the News Tribune Without A Subscription

The News Tribune sells for $2 per copy at the store.  For the first couple of months I was "couponing," I would make a trip to the store every Sunday to get multiple copies of the News Tribune.  First of all, this was super inconvenient for me.  Who wants to have another errand to run on the weekend?  Especially Sunday!  Second, it was kind of pricey.  I used to get 4 papers at the store every week.  I always was able to make it back in coupons, but since I was getting coupons to save money, spending extra money on papers didn't really make much sense!  Thirdly, there were a few times I got the papers home, only to discover that inserts were missing!  Yes, people do steal inserts out of newspapers.  It is very rude and sad, but it does happen.

HALF OFF News Tribune, Delivered and Guaranteed Inserts!!

GREAT NEWS!  You can now get the News Tribune DELIVERED to your house (YEAH!  No extra errands!) for $1 per copy (that is half price)!!  AND, you get excellent customer service because you are now a subscriber!  This is great because if there isn't an insert, you can call and they will bring you whichever one is missing!  This is a great guarantee on your money!!  Plus, subscribers sometimes get better or more coupons!

Where do I sign up?!

Want to get in on this fantastic deal?  All you need to do is call the News Tribune at 1-800-289-8711 or email Cindy Broome at Cindy.Broome@thenewstribune.com to sign up.  Just make sure you let them know that Freezing Queen sent you!!

Here is the pricing breakdown:

This offer is for 3 or more Sunday only News Tribune or The Olympian (call 1-800-905-0296 for the Olympian) newspapers delivered to your door each Sunday for a minimum of 26 weeks (6 months).

Pricing… Prepayment is required for this offer.  You can pay all at once OR you can have it automatically deducted from your checking, debit or credit card each month.

Pay in Advance

You may pay in advance  by check, debit or credit card

Based on a 26 week Subscription $1.00 per copy (example: $1.00 x 3 copies x 26 weeks= $78.00  )

3 Copies               $78.00 $1.00 x 3 copies x 26 weeks= $78.00        

4 Copies               $104.00 $1.00 x 4 copies x 26 weeks = $104.00

5 Copies               $130.00 $1.00 x 5 copies x26 weeks = $130.00

6 copies                $156.00 $1.00 x 6 copies x 26 weeks = $156.00

OR

EZPay Option

You may pay by check, debit or credit card. EZ-pay payments are deducted from your checking, debit, or credit card account each month.  Please designate to have the deduction made on 5^th, 15th, or 25^th of each month.  

$4.33 per month (based on some months are 4 weeks or 5 weeks for our financial calendar)

3 Copies               You pay   $4.33 per month x 3 copies=$12.99  each mo

4 Copies                               $4.33 per month x 4 copies =$17.32 each mo

5 Copies                               $4.33 per month x 5 copies=$21.65  each mo      

6 copies                                $4.33 per month x 6 copies =$25.98 each mo

Want more copies?  Just tell us what you want.

Again, make sure you let them know that Freezing Queen sent you to get this offer!!  :)