Monthly Archives: April 2014

Passover Snack Plate

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Is anyone else getting as sick of matzo as I am? We’re nearing the end of Passover and I’m desperate for variety. Since I enjoyed my protein plate  so much, I’m trying again. Here is my latest Passover snack plate, perfect for a light lunch or an afternoon nibble.

I tried to assemble a well-balanced mix of protein, healthy fats, and veggies. It includes:

* diced turkey

* carrot sticks

* sugar snap peas

* almonds

* matzo

I served hummus on the side for dunking. Salad dressing would also be a good choice. It’s not particularly filling, but it is tasty and quick. I really like “bistro box” style snacks. I ate this at home, but it would work well in a packed lunch, too.

 

Do you like snack plates?

 

New Target Mobile Coupons – Huge List

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Wow, Target has released a huge list of new Mobile coupons! Text OFFERS to 827438 if you don’t already receive them on your smartphone.

 
*   $5 off Shoe purchase of $25 or more
*   $5 off Intimates purchase of $20 or more
*   $2 off Bakery purchase of $5 or more
*   $1/3 Market Pantry cheeses (5-oz. or larger)
*   $1/1 Market Pantry frozen fruit item  (8-oz or 10-oz)
*   $1/2 Market Pantry cereals (11-oz. or larger)
*   $1.50/2 Archer Farms whole bean or ground coffee (9-oz. or larger)
*   $0.50/2 Market Pantry canned vegetables or fruits (14.5-oz. or larger)
*   $1.50/2 Archer Farms snacks Trail mix or nuts (excludes single-serving size)
*   $1/2 Market Pantry fruit snacks (excludes single-serving size)
*   $1.50/1 Simply Balanced frozen seafood item (12 to 24-oz.)
*   $0.75/1 International Delight coffee creamer (16 to 32-oz. bottle or 24-ct. singles)
*   Buy two, Get one FREE Betty Crocker Cake mix or Frosting
*   $1/2 Starburst or Skittles (4-oz. or larger)
*   $1/3 Lean Cuisine frozen entrées (5.25- to 12-oz.)
*   $1/1 Pizza Hut Express combo Personal Pan Pizza or Pasta (valid at Target stores)
*   $1.50/1 Purina Beyond dry dog food (3-lb. or larger)
*   $1/1 Tidy Cats Light Weight cat litter (8.5-lb. or larger)
*   25% off Clear Eyes eye drops
*   $1/1 Banana Boat Cool Zone sunscreen (6 or 9.5-oz.)
*   $0.75/1 Schick Hydro sensitive shave cream (8.4-oz.)
*   $1/1 Bounty paper towels 6-pk. or larger
*   $0.75/2 Up & Up baby wipes
*   $1.50/2 Up & Up air care items
*   $1/1 Up & Up Advanced Cleaning laundry detergent (Excludes trial/travel size)
*   $1/1 Up & Up sunscreen (Excludes trial/travel size)
*   $1/1 Up & Up hand & body lotion (Excludes trial/travel size)
*   $0.50/1 Up & Up nail care purchase of $2 or more

My favorite is the International Delight coupon. When stacked with a Manufacturer’s coupon, coffee creamer should be very cheap!

Also, if you need baby wipes, the $0.75/2 is good since the wipes are on sale for $1.00 each.

Super Savings Saturday – 4/19

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It’s Saturday and you know that means: Super SAVINGS! This week I was able to pick up many rain check items, freebies, and some cheapies.

Rite Aid:  2 Gerber banana baby foods, rain check price 2/$3.00 with a $3.00 UP reward. Total: Free!

2 Fresh Guard Dental Soak, rain check price $0.99 each. I used 2  $1.00 Manufacturer’s coupons. Total: Free!

2 Rimmel mascaras, rain check price $2.16 each. I used 2  $1.00 Manufacturer’s coupons. Total: $2.32!

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CVS:  3 Ban Total Refresh cloths, $3.99 each. I used 3 Try Me Free coupons. Total: Free!

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Target:  Coffee-mate on sale for $1.50, I used a $1.00 Manufacturer’s coupon. Total: $0.50!

2 Saline Enema kits, details here. Total: Free!

2 Market Pantry eggs, on sale $0.99 each. I used a $0.55/2 Manufacturer’s coupon and 2  $0.50 store coupons. Total: $0.43 for 2 dozen!

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Shaw’s:  2 Triscuits, on sale $1.99 each.  I used 2  $1.00 Manufacturer’s coupons. Total: $0.99 each!

2 Gum toothbrushes, on sale $1.00 each. I used 2  $0.55 Manufacturer’s coupons (doubled to $1.00).  Total: Free!

2 Cascadian Farms cereals, on sale $3.00 each.  I used 2  $0.85 Manufacturer’s coupons (doubled).  Total: $1.30 each!

 

The Ban wipes will be handy this summer. The eggs were for Passover and the cereal will be for after the holiday. The baby food went to my reader, Courtney. The rest of these goodies went into the stockpile.

 

What did you buy this week?

Starbucks Protein Plate – Passover Version

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I woke up early this morning craving a Starbucks Protein Plate like you wouldn’t believe! Since that’s not really an option during the holiday, I decided to make a homemade version that’s perfect for Passover.

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Starbucks version:

* Hard-Boiled egg

*Apple slices

*Bagel with peanut butter

* Grapes

* Cheese

Passover Version:

* 2 Hard-Boiled eggs (1 is never filling enough)

* Cheese

* Strawberries

* Apple slices

* Matzo with peanut butter

As you can see, I substituted matzo for the bagel and strawberries for the grapes. (I like grapes, but the berries were cheaper and better quality at my store.) I wasn’t sure if this would be as good as Starbucks, but I actually liked it better! I got more food for less money, and I was able to keep Passover. I do prefer bagels to matzo, but I’m willing to make a substitution once a year. These would be a great item to make ahead, maybe 2-3 at once, for quick breakfasts or snacks on the go.

 

Have you ever make Starbucks knockoffs at home? (This was my first, but I’m planning more.)