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Wonderful Wednesday

May 23, 2012 · by Becca Heflin · 1 Comment

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Happy Wednesday! We've made it to the middle of the week and it's all downhill from here... SWEET!

I've had quite a few requests from fans of my Facebook page asking me to post more deals and coupons, so I've decided that from here on out, Wednesdays will be wonderful deal days! I usually post recipes 2 or 3 times a week, so I think the addition of coupons between recipes will be a great balance. You'll be able to view a recipe or two early in the week, then print off some great coupons to help you buy the ingredients you need for the dishes you're going to make for the remainder of the week. How much easier can it get that you can do all of it right here on my cutesy blog! :) That being said, I actually have a dessert post nearly ready to go, so I'll do my best to finish it up and get it posted for you this afternoon!

Now, before I go on, I want you to know that I pride myself on being an honest, morals-driven person. There are lots of bloggers out there who try to sneak around behind your back and hide information from you, which causes you to end up making a decision that you later regret. They're like the nasty sly fox who raids the chicken coop and then looks all adorable and pretends like he didn't do anything wrong. Let me assure you, that is NOT me. I am definitely not a fox. Not even FOXY...although, my Hasome might disagree with me. Good grief, Boo, get to the point! Sorry about that...my point is this...I am a blogging affiliate. This means that there is compensation given to me when people print off coupons, sign up for deals, etc. I want you to know that the money I'm making is VERY small, but every little bit of income helps me to keep this site running and my bills at home paid, especially since I'm currently unable to work. So a great big thank you in advance for helping me out if you decide to do so. Now HERE are the hot deals I've got for you today!

$1.00 off when you buy any TWO ORE-IDA® SWEET POTATO FRIES

$5.00 off two boxes of Cafe Escapes K-Cup packs

Buy any 4 Lean Cuisine® Varieties, Save $1.00. Expires 6/20/2012

Use the above coupon with THIS one from SavingStar and save $2.00, or $3.00 if your grocery store has double coupon days!
Buy any 4 Lean Cuisine® Varieties, Save $1.00. Expires 6/20/2012

I've got a Quiznos down the street from me, and I'm CRAZY for their turkey bacon guacamole sammie!

I LOVE this next deal. I'm thinking maybe it's time to dump my eyeglasses and try contacts again. This offer will give you a FREE trial pair of contact lenses, so there's no investment necessary. From what I've heard, these contacts are SUPER comfortable and you can even sleep in them!
Please let me know if you take advantage of this deal so that we can compare notes

Here's another awesome site that I love. It's a meal planning and grocery savings service called Food On the Table. By signing up below, you can get a FREE lifetime premium membership. Normally, you only get meal planning help for 3 meals a week, but this offer will allow you as many as you'd like. It's really easy and fun to use, too.

Lastly, I've got a couple of free cookbook offers from American Family. A free cupcake cookbook and a free brownie cookbook. What's not to love about a little dessert, right? All good things in moderation, I always say! You can enter their sweepstakes if you want, too. I've registered and have received NO unwanted emails. It's a great site as far as I'm concerned!

As always, I'd really appreciate any comments or feedback that you might have. Feel free to leave a comment below, or use the CONTACT ME tab at the top of this website.

Here are some of the hot grocery coupons this week. By the way, the first product on the list is an INSANELY addictive chocolate cream cheese. The first time I tried it shmeared onto a cinnamon raisin bagel, I was hooked for life. I'm going to the grocery store on Saturday so that I can take advantage of double coupon day. A lot of these coupons will be used to help me stock up on great foods for Memorial Day.

BEVERAGES

BABY PRODUCTS

Have a WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY!

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Coupon & Deal of the Day – April 27

April 27, 2012 · by Becca Heflin · Leave a Comment

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HAPPY FRIDAY!

To kick your weekend off on a good note, here are a couple of great deals for you to enjoy.

55¢ off when you buy THREE LEAN CUISINE® varieties PLUS a bonus $.55 coupon when you like their Facebook page!

Click through and print the coupon and you'll see a button to "like" the Lean Cuisine Facebook fan page, where you'll be able to save an ADDITIONAL $.55 on your purchase!

DEAL of the Day

Get your FREE 28 Day Diabetic Meal Plan now!
* More than 50 low-carb recipes
* Nutritionist tested and approved
* Day-by-day menus for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks

Click here for this deal

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Money Saving Meal w Coupons 11/4 – 11/10

December 7, 2011 · by Becca Heflin · 1 Comment

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The best deals for the week of 12/4 – 12/10 are found at PIGGLY WIGGLY.

Grab your coupons and get ready to make a fabulous meal with very little money!

RECIPES ARE SHOWN BELOW

MAIN DISH: Mediterranean Pork Chops

Photo Credit: MyRecipes.com

SALES & COUPONS TO USE

Assorted PORK CHOPS = $1.99 per pound

The recipe could also be made with boneless chicken breast = $1.29 per pound (previously frozen)

Red Gold DICED TOMATOES = $.29 each WYB 2 (with in-store coupon and separate $5.00 purchase)

use this manufacturer's coupon for $1/3 Red Gold tomato products and your tomatoes will be FREE!

Mediterranean Pork Chops

Rating: 41

10 minutes

45 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

4-6 servings

Serving Size: 1 pork chop

WHAT YOU\'LL NEED

4 to 6 pork chops
2 tablespoons chopped onions
1 green bell pepper, sliced into rings
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

HOW TO MAKE IT

Brown pork chops in hot oil; drain off excess fat.

Add onion, green pepper, and tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook over low heat until chops are tender and have reached an internal temperature of at least 150 F, about 30-40 minutes.

Remove chops and arrange on a warm platter with hot cooked rice or pilaf in the center, if desired.

Notes

If substituting boneless, skinless chicken breast, internal temperature must reach 165 for proper & safe cooking.

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SIDE DISH: Spanish Rice

Knorr Fiesta Sides Spanish Rice $10/10 = $1.00 each

DESSERT: Rocky Road Cupcakes

SALES & COUPONS TO USE

5 lb. bag Pillsbury FLOUR = $1.69 (limit 2) FREE with 4,200 Pig Points

4 lb. bag Food Club granulated white SUGAR = $1.99 (limit 1)

1 lb. Land-O-Lakes BUTTER = $2.99 (limit 3)

Land O'Lakes Butter Packages

$0.50/2

Exp. 12/31/11

SS 10/23/11

PRICE AFTER SALE & COUPON = $2.49 ea (WYB 2)

1 dozen Food Club large EGGS = $.99 (limit 2) FREE with 2,100 Pig Points

2 lb. bag Food Club brown or POWDERED SUGAR = $1.29 each

10 - 10.5 oz. bag Food Club regular or MINIATURE MARSHMALLOWS = $.79 each

11 - 12 oz. bag Food Club BAKING CHOCOLATE CHIPS = $1.49 each

1 lb box Food Club BAKING SODA = $.49 each

If you don't have the time (or desire!) to bake cupcakes and frosting from scratch, take advantage of the great sale on Pillsbury cake mix and frosting this week!

PILLSBURY CAKE MIX $.89 each FREE with 21,000 Pig Points

PILLSBURY FROSTING = $1.59 each

Pillsbury Frosting or Brownie Mix

$1/2

Exp: 1/31/12

RP 11/06/11

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Rocky Road Cupcakes

Rating: 51

20 cupcakes

Serving Size: 1 cupcake

Rocky Road Cupcakes

These moist, decadent cupcakes topped with a classic, easy-to-make chocolate buttercream frosting are sure to please!

WHAT YOU\'LL NEED

FOR THE CUPCAKES

1/2 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
1/2 cup hot water
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon coarse (Kosher) salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter -- 2 sticks; 8 oz.
1 1/2 cups granulated white sugar
2 large, whole eggs -- room temperature
1 large, whole egg yolk -- room temperature
1 3/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
2/3 cup sour cream -- room temperature

FOR CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM

1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks or 1/2 pound), softened (but not melted!)
3 1/2 cups confectioners (powdered) sugar
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon table salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract or 1 teaspoon almond extract
4 tablespoons milk or heavy cream

FOR THE TOPPING / DECORATION

60 mini marshmallows
1/2 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup roasted peanuts

HOW TO MAKE IT

FOR THE CUPCAKES

Heat the oven to 350 F. Line muffin pan with 20 paper liners.

In a 2-cup glass measuring cup, whisk together the cocoa powder and hot

water until smooth, then set aside.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter and sugar, stirring occasionally until the butter is melted and the mixture is combined. Remove from the heat and transfer to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat on medium-low speed until the mixture is cool, about 4-5 minutes.

Add eggs and egg yolk, one at a time, beating until each is incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Mix in vanilla extract and cocoa mixture until incorporated. With the mixer on low speed, add in the dry ingredients in two batches, alternating with the sour cream, beating just until combined.

Fill the cupcake papers three-quarters full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, rotating the pans after 10 minutes. Cupcakes are done when a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

FOR THE BUTTERCREAM:

Cream the butter for a few minutes on medium speed in a mixer with the paddle attachment on.

Turn off the mixer. Sift 3 cups powdered sugar and cocoa into the mixing bowl.

Turn your mixer on the lowest speed (so the dry ingredients do not blow everywhere) and mix until the sugar and cocoa are absorbed by the butter.

Increase mixer speed to medium and add vanilla extract, salt, and milk/cream and beat for 3 minutes. If your frosting needs a more stiff consistency, add a little more powdered sugar. If your frosting needs to be thinned out, add additional milk 1 tablespoon at a time.

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PLEASE BE AWARE THAT PIGGLY WIGGLY STORES ARE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED, SO DEALS MAY VARY BY STORE. For a complete listing of available specials, click here

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December Grocery Coupons

December 1, 2011 · by Becca Heflin · Leave a Comment

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It's December 1st! That means all of the grocery coupons have reset. It's time to fire up your printers and get these coupons while they're still available!

$0.75 off one flavor/variety Muir Glen product

$1.00 off one Minute Maid Pure Squeezed
Minute Maid Pure Squeezed

$0.40 off 2 Pillsbury Italian Meal Breads

$0.50 off 5 Campbell's Spaghetti0's pasta

$0.50 off 2 Pillsbury Refrigerated pie crusts

$0.40 off 2 Pillsbury Sweet Rolls

$0.30 off 2 Pillsbury Grands! Biscuits

$1.00 off 2 Divisional General Mills cereals

$1.00 off two boxes Chex cereals

$0.50 off Bisquick Baking Mix

$1.00 off (5) Weight Watchers Smart Ones

$1.00 off 2 HORMEL COMPLEATS microwave meals

$1.50 off on one BOOST Kid Essentials Drink

$1.00 off on Similac large sized powder

$1.25 off ONE Reynolds Wrap Product

$1.00 off two Pillsbury Refrigerated Cookie Dough

$1.00 off ONE ICBINB! Tub product

$1.00 off 1 Minute Maid 12-pk cans, any variety

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Valuable Food and Savings Apps

January 20, 2011 · by Becca Heflin · Leave a Comment

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If you're fortunate enough to have a Smartphone in your possession, you've likely installed an arsenal of applications on your phone.

I'm not lucky enough to have an iPhone or iPad, but I've found some pretty incredible ones for my Android phone, so I'm still a happy camper.

If you can tear yourself away from Angry Birds or 7 Little Words long enough to do some cooking, you'll find these foodie tools incredibly helpful!

Some are traditional websites and programs that you'll use from your PC. Others are available online or via a Smartphone. Click through to check them out. Some are completely free. Others aren't, but I think the ones that do have a small charge are a great value for the money.

Food On the Table is an awesome menu planning tool!

I use this site to help me plan my grocery shopping trips

RedPlum coupons are free and always have a lot of variety

This coupon site is probably my favorite one

SavingStar is a clipless coupon site that you can stack and use with printable coupons for even better deals!

Earn giftcards for using this search engine (it's free!) that you can use for 1,000 of items, including groceries!!

If you have some time to complete surveys, this site pays well

More clipless coupons for over 20 different grocery stores

This site will email your coupons directly to you. AWESOME!

Michelle from Brown Eyed Baker compiled a list of awesome food-related apps specifically for the iPhone. Check them out here

If you like what you see, feel free to share this post with a friend! Have fun!

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