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Super Savings Saturday – 2/15

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This week was all about the snack foods.  Well, and a few other goodies!

Shaw’s: 2 Crisco baking sticks, $1.49 each. I used 2  $0.75 Manufacturer’s Coupons (doubled.) Total: Free!

6 Quacker Popper rice snacks, on sale $1.00, I used 3  $0.75/2 Manufacturer’s Coupons (doubled.) Total: $0.25 each!

4 Everyday Essential tissues, on sale for $1.00, I used 4 $0.75 coupons (Do Not Double). Total: $0.25 each!

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Walgreens: 2  A&W root beers, on sale $1.00.  I used 2  $0.75 Manufacturer’s Coupons. Total: $0.25 each!

2 Velveeta cups, on sale for $0.79, I used 2  $0.75 Manufacturer’s Coupons. Total: $0.04 each!

CVS:   This huge jug of Softsoap was on clearance for $2.07. I used a $1.00 store coupon. The coupon was for the little pumps, but they were out and the manager let me substitute (proof it never hurts to ask). Total: $1.07

 

What did you buy this week?

My Valentine’s Day Gift

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My V-Day gift was a food dehydrator!

Never in my wildest dreams did I think this would be my surprise! I have wanted a food dehydrator for years. Isn’t Hungry Bear (my guy) just the sweetest?

I can’t wait to make jerky, dried fruit, and potpourri. I probably won’t do too much fruit until summer, but it gives me something to look forward to.

Until then, there are so many good recipes here, I don’t even know where to start.

 

Have you ever used a food dehydrator?

Happy Valentine’s Day

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Happy Valentine’s Day wishes to all!

I will post whatever special goodies I get later today from Hungry Bear (my guy). Last V-day, he got me some awesome stuffed bears and chocolates. I don’t recall what I got him, but it was probably Star Wars related, since he’s a fanatic.

Holidays around here are pretty low-key. We may go out to dinner, but it’s not required. I do have a Buy One, Get One coupon for https://www.coldstonecreamery.com/ which I’d love to use!

I’ll also be posting whatever clearance I find. https://thejewishlady.com/holiday-markdowns/  I’m hoping to scour Target and the drugstores on Saturday, depending on the weather. Thanks for nothing, #PaxStorm!

How To Save On Groceries – Beverages

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Beverages can be a major budget-buster. Obviously, it’s cheaper to drink water, but that’s not always practical. Here are a few ideas to save:

Milk:   Don’t drink it plain. Save it for cereal, mixing into coffee, etc. With milk close to $4.00 a gallon, if you drink a lot of milk, you’re looking at a lot of $$$. Some people thin milk with water or use dry milk. I don’t like those options, though.

Coffee:  Combine coupons with sales. Make it at home rather than buying, if possible.

Tea:  Try different brands. Not all generics are bad. A pitcher of homemade iced tea can be made with a single bag.

Juice:   Stretch it with water, or simply eliminate. Juice is full of sugar and has very little nutritional value.

Soda:   2-Liters are cheaper than cans. If you drink a lot, buy extra when it goes on sale—usually holidays and summertime.

Alcohol:  Look for wine tags and rebates. If you’re serving it for a party, offer 2 types of drinks maximum, or make punch.

 

What drinks do you buy?