The Grocery Geek: 2009

Just wanted to let you all know that after peeking at the ads for this week, I noticed several different stores doing P&G promotions. So, with a few days extra notice, you may want to hit Coupons by Dede and order some extra P&G inserts to prepare for these sales.

Hope this helps - Happy Saving!!!

FYI - This is good info to have... Did you know you can call the RJ and have the paper "held" for the days that there will be no inserts? If you haven't yet ordered papers and are thinking about it, CALL me by Monday, December 28th at high noon and your papers will begin on the BIG Jan 3rd day! I love double insert days!! It's like Christmas... oh wait...

(Note: The Red Plum and Proctor & Gamble coupons come in your

mailbox so check carefully on the 29th)

January
1/3: 2 Smart Source & 2 Red Plum & General Mill
1/10: Smart Source & Red Plum
1/17: Smart Source & Red Plum & Proctor & Gamble
1/24: Smart Source & Red Plum
1/31: Smart Source & Red Plum

February
2/7: Smart Source
2/14: No Inserts
2/21: Smart Source & General Mills & Procter and Gamble
2/28: Smart Source & Red Plum

March
3/7: Smart Source, Red Plum & Procter and Gamble
3/14: Smart Source& Red Plum
3/21: Smart Source& Red Plum
3/28: 2 Smart Source & Red Plum & Procter and Gamble

April
4/4: No Inserts
4/11: Smart Source & Red Plum
4/18: Smart Source & Red Plum
4/25: Smart Source & Red Plum

May
5/2: Smart Source & Red Plum & P&G
5/9: Smart Source & Red Plum
5/16: 2 Smart Source & Red Plum
5/23: Smart Source & Red Plum
5/30: No Inserts

June
6/6: Smart Source & Red Plum & Procter and Gamble
6/13: Smart Source
6/20: Smart Source & Red Plum
6/27: Smart Source & Red Plum

July
7/4: No Inserts
7/11: Smart Source & Red Plum
7/18: Smart Source
7/25: Smart Source & Red Plum

August
8/1: Smart Source & Red Plum & Procter and Gamble
8/8: Smart Source & Red Plum
8/15: Smart Source & Red Plum
8/22: Smart Source & Red Plum
8/29: Smart Source & Red Plum & P&G Insert

September
9/5: No Inserts
9/12: Smart Source & 2 Red Plum
9/19: Smart Source & Red Plum
9/26: Smart Source & Red Plum

October
10/3: Smart Source & Red Plum & Procter and Gamble
10/10: Smart Source & Red Plum
10/17: Smart Source & Red Plum
10/24: Smart Source & Red Plum
10/31: Smart Source & Red Plum

November
11/7: Smart Source & Red Plum & Procter and Gamble
11/14: Smart Source & Red Plum
11/21: Smart Source & Red Plum
11/28: No Inserts

December
12/5: Smart Source & Red Plum & Procter and Gamble
12/12: Smart Source & Red Plum
12/19: No Inserts
12/26: No Inserts

Delivery Issues?

Billing Issues?

Please call RJ Customer Service directly @ 383-0400

At my coupon class, I am able to offer the Review Journal at deep discounts for my fellow coupon-ers. Why would we pay full price for anything...even our coupons!! Since I am the one that you get your papers from, I often get questions about subscriptions and renewals, so I thought I would try and sum it all up for you....

What kind of subscription does Grocery Smarts offer?

At our classes, we sell subscriptions to "Sunday Only" delivery papers. To get this special offer, you have to have at least one subscription which we can also set up for you at our classes. Plus, when you order at a class, you can earn up to $20 in free groceries for purchasing more than one paper. However, the Review Journal limits delivery to a maximum of 5 papers per residential address. You are set up for a 6 month subscription, so check for your renewal notices half way through the year.

When I order a paper from you, how long will it take to start?

It typically takes 2 Sundays for your delivery to begin.

Who do I call if my delivery is wrong?

I wish I could help with that, but the best way to get your delivery corrected is to call RJ Customer Service directly at 383-0400. I am not able to call them on your behalf as they would not allow me access to your account for privacy purposes. By requesting delivery of any missing papers on Monday's route, you'll save the delivery person from being charged or fined. And let's be real... we want them to love us! PS - They are paid per paper they deliver, so they are paid very well to deliver multiple papers to one address!

When I renew will the rates be the same?

Yes! If you set up your papers with any Grocery Smarts Instructor, those rates should be the same when you renew. The RJ knows we are getting our multiple papers exclusively for the coupons, which means they know if they increase the rate... many (if not most) of us would cancel. However, it is IMPORTANT to know that if your original paper was "converted" to a daily subscription and you kept it, your renewal rate would reflect the current going rate for a daily paper delivery. The BEST way I have found to renew is by going to www.lvrj.com and click on the little icon in the top right corner.

I don't understand my renewal notice, can you help?

There's a few things that are helpful to know when looking at your statement. First... because the first paper you ordered from us (or your existing non-GrocerySmarts subscription) is a different rate than the discounted "multiple" or additional papers, they are set up on 2 separate accounts. Both are set up in your name, at your street address... they just have different account numbers because they are set up with differing rates. So, when renewal time comes around, you should be watching for two separate statements if you are getting more than one paper delivered. Mistakenly, some Grocery Smarts subscribers only pay the first invoice they receive (ignoring the other one thinking they already paid it), then the other papers stop coming.

IMPORTANT!! IMPORTANT!! IMPORTANT!!

If you do not call to cancel your subscription, your papers will continue to be delivered!! Note the small print on the renewal invoice: "Subscription will continue at your regular rate unless you call 702-383-0400 to cancel. If you fail to pay for the papers you do receive, you will receive a bill of collection from the RJ.

If this happens, I cannot help you sort that out. I can however, get you restarted if your account has lapsed for 30 days or more, you can call me (882-0172) and I'd be happy to get you set up again!

Is the cost of my subscriptions really worth it?

For me... absolutely! I spend $17.25 a month for my 5 newspapers (if I count my $20 free grocery card), and by using multiple coupons I save an average $500 to $600 per month!! So, yes, I would say it's worth it!!

I hope this helps!! Please feel free to call me if you have any additional questions!

Can it be?? Albertson's is having another General Mills promo this week (it seems like this just happened a few weeks ago)!! These are my favorite types of promos to practice my "rolling" transactions. So, here's a little tutorial on how "rolling" transactions work:

*****	* General Mills Promo: Save $5 on your NEXT shopping order when you spend $15 or more on participating General Mills products.*		Sale prices shown BEFORE/AFTER factoring in $5 coupon. Essentially a 33% discount. Use the first price to add up to $15.
****	Betty Crocker Cookie Pouches, 17.5 oz.	1.69/1.13	Betty Crocker Cookie Mix, any flavor 17.5 oz or larger, .40/1 DND DNT GroupA AND GroupB Print each twice	$0.73
****	Betty Crocker Cookie Pouches, 17.5 oz.	1.69/1.13	Betty Crocker Cookie Mix, any 17.5oz or larger .40/1 (1/9/10) GeneralMills-11/15	$0.73

I will buy 9 cookie pouches for my first transaction (9 x $1.69 = $15.21). I have 9 coupons because I printed 2 each from Group A and Group B and then I have my 5 General Mills inserts from 11/15. So, my total to pay on this transaction will be $11.61 and I will get a $5 reward for my next purchase.

This next purchase will happen as soon as I slap that little plastic stick down on the belt.

*****	Betty Crocker Specialty Potatoes, 4.6-6.6 oz.	1.00/.67	Betty Crocker Potatoes, any flavor box or pouch, excluding Potato Buds, .40/1 DND DNT GroupA AND GroupB Print each twice	$0.27
*****	Betty Crocker Specialty Potatoes, 4.6-6.6 oz.	1.00/.67	Betty Crocker Potatoes, any box or pouch (excludes Potatoes Buds) .35/1 (1/9/10) GeneralMills-11/15	$0.32
****	Gold Medal Flour, 4.25- 5 lb. bag	1.69/1.13		$1.13
*****	Green Giant Vegetables in Sauce, 7-10 oz. Box frozen	1.00/0.67	Green Giant Frozen Boxed Vegetables, any two (2), .50/2 DND DNT (12-31-2009) GroupA-12/1 and GroupB-12/1 Print each twice	$0.42 ea

I will buy 9 Specialty Potato boxes (9 x $1=$9), 2 bags of flour (2 x $1.69 = $3.38), and 4 boxes of GG Frozen Vegatables (4 x $1 = $4). That puts my total at $16.38. I will use my coupons for a savings of $4.35 AND my $5 coupon from the previous transaction. So, my total out of pocket for this transaction will be... $7.03 AND I will earn another $5 coupon for my NEXT transaction!!

It is so important that before you go to the store, you know what items will be in each transaction and how many of each item you need to reach your $15 requirement. This will make things go so smooth when you are ready to check out. I even go as far as printing out separate transactions and keeping my shopping cart organized by those transactions. Yes, I am a GEEK!

(Note: your last transaction should be the meats and produce you plan to buy for the week, or things NOT included in this promotion. Use that last $5 to pay for these items and save even more on your everyday items)

Pretty simple right!! I can't wait to hear how much you saved this week rolling transactions!! Leave a comment or email me a picture and I will add you to my Grocery Gallery! Have fun and Happy Saving!

If you have been around the Grocery Smarts world for a while now, no doubt you know or have read posts from Colette, author of the Shop Smart in Vegas blog. Did you know that she has been serving as the Manager of Grocery Smarts for Southern Nevada for the past year and a half? Did you know that without her expertise and ingenious ways, we would not be enjoying the benefits of this amazing company? She was the driving force that brought GS to our area, and we all owe her more than she will ever know!

Please take a moment, go to her blog, and leave a comment letting her know how much you appreciate all she has done and how much she will be missed!

As we all know, life happens and our circumstances change - hopefully for the better. It seems to have happened like that for both me and Colette. As she prepares her family for their next phase in life, I have been blessed with the opportunity to step in her shoes. They are big shoes to fill I am very well aware, but I am thrilled for this new opportunity. This new position means a great deal to me and my family, and while I feel quite a bit less "with it" than Colette, I am learning a ton from her and am excited to take the ball and run with it!

One new thing that is coming down the pipe is a new hostess incentive program!! By hosting a class, you can potentially make more than the original $20 gift card incentive. Call me or email me for more information and to get your class on my calendar! Despite what you may think, the holidays are a PERFECT time to host a class because at your class, I will teach your family and friends how to SAVE money. What a great way to either end or start the new year. If you have hosted a class in the past - why not do another one?! I'm sure you have a handful of friends who missed it the first time around.

I will have an extra special bonus gift for the first 5 classes that are booked that mention this post!!

I just love this time of year! I love the cool weather, and I love that my kids tend to be a little better behaved ;-). I also love that for a full month, we get to focus on the reason we celebrate this miraculous season! My friend Colette has done an amazing blog to help countdown the days until Christmas. It is beautiful and there will be a post every day with a special message to help remind us of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I opened it a little while ago to check it out, and am hooked on the beautiful music she put on there as well. So, thank you Colette for such a beautiful advent calendar! And I hope you all enjoy it as we begin this Christmas season.

A Shadow Canyon Christmas

The picture above is my children after our little miracle baby arrived 4 years ago. I keep this picture in my hallway all year long as my sweet little reminder of the miracles He performs in our lives daily. Happy Holidays!!

Sorry, there will be no coupon inserts in the paper this week. It's terribly sad, I know. But that's just what happens on holiday weekends.

If you ordered papers from me that were supposed to begin on November 29th, you will NOT be receiving papers this weekend. I didn't think you'd appreciate starting on a week without any coupons. So, rest assured, your papers will begin on December 6th!

Have you been thinking about hosting a Grocery Smarts class in your home? Do you know of a few friends who could benefit from learning how to save a few hundred dollars a month?

Grocery Smarts JUST updated the hostess incentive program and I could not be more excited for you ladies!!! Call or email me soon to book your date. I don't have too open spaces left before the holidays & what better time to learn how to SAVE money!!

I can't wait to hear from you!!
702-882-0172 or thegrocerygeek@cox.net

If you have signed up for the "Screaming Penny" newsletter from Pinching Your Pennies, you saw that Kohl's was again having their famous 'Spend $50 get $10 in Kohl's cash' event. They did this a few weeks ago as well and I took FULL advantage!

On our first trip we got the kids some much needed jeans and long-sleeved shirts (things I had to buy anyway). Well, I got busy and almost forgot to use my $20 in Kohls cash!! My hubby didn't get home from work until 9:30 on the night it expired...I was worried...I thought they closed at 10pm. I booked it out of the house so fast thinking I would just pick up a free shirt really quick. Boy was I surprised that they were open until 11!! So I took some extra minutes to peruse the clearance rack in the maternity section. Then I hear the announcement that all clearance items were an ADDITIONAL 20% off that day!!! That's when I turned on the burners, got my serious shopping hat on, and went to town!!

Final tally: 3 maternity shirts, 1 pair of fatty mama pants, 3 pairs of shoes, 2 pairs of kid jeans, 2 baby t-shirts, 1 complete jumpsuit for my big girl! I used my $20 Kohl's cash, and a $25 gift card I earned by using MyPoints.com (leave a comment if you would like me to send you an invite to this site).

I spent $42.04 out of my checking account
I SAVED $356.95!!!
You know I do well at the grocery store, but this was RIDICULOUS!!

Just goes to show once you get the 'couponing' mentality, it will transcend into all aspects of your life! Sorry for the long drawn out story, but wasn't it worth it!!!!

At my classes I teach you how to organize your coupons in just 5 minutes each week!! Sometimes however, it pays to take a few extra minutes and really look through the paper. You never know what kind of goodies you can find. Here are a few I dug up this week!

First, did you grab the Pillsbury insert?? It's pretty small and hard to miss if you're not careful. There are $12 worth of coupons in each one so for my 5 papers, that equals $60! Not bad since I only paid $4.75 for my 5 papers!

Next, I always grab all my JoAnns and Michaels ads (did you know that they accept each other's 40% off coupons? One of each per transaction)
I always flip through the Parade and USA Weekend. Sometimes there are a few random coupons in there too. This week I scooped up about $50 worth of deals.
Every so often we get extra copies of the grocery ads. I'm sure they came this week due to the upcoming holiday. At any rate, that just means more store coupons I can stack with manufacturers coupons (except at Fresh and Easy)!
*See next post for CVS finds this week*
Toys R Us had a coupon for earning a $10 gift card when you spent $75. With Christmas coming up, I figured I could get a few more gifts for the kids.
Find some great stocking stuffers using a 20% off per item at Ulta.

Not a bad deal for a few extra minutes of work! Happy Savings!!

On of our favorite holiday traditions is the Gift of Lights at Sunset Park. Sit in your car with a cup of hot cocoa and enjoy a spectacular light display that seems to out-do itself every year. Also every year, there is a FREE community night!! This year, mark your calendars for November 16th!! You can go between 5pm and 9pm!

The Gift of Lights will run from November 13th through January 3rd.
Sunday through Thursday it will run from 5pm to 9pm and admission is $13 per car.On Fridays, Saturdays, and Holidays, it will be open from 5pm to 10pm and admission is $15 per car.Goodwill will be there and you can receive a $2 discount for donating a bag of gently used clothing.Also, the Boy Scouts and other youth groups will be there to sell hot cocoa and apple cider (usually $1 a cup), so you may want to plan accordingly.

I hope you enjoy it as much as my family does! Happy Holidays!!

Did you know that Lowe's does a workshop for kids - and it's FREE!!! It is held twice a month with a different project each time. Sign up here to reserve a spot and make sure your child gets his/her apron, safety goggles, and patch of that project!

You will have to follow a few steps:

#1 Select which clinic & number of kids attending

#2 Select your store

#3 Sign up with your email address, phone number, etc and print out a waiver for your children

#4 - Show up and have a GREAT time!!

Next date: November 14th - Nascar Garage (great for the boys)

OK - One more Freebie for today....
Lakeshore Learning Center does a FREE craft every Saturday from 11:00am-3:00pm. They are very kid friendly crafts so your little ones are free to use their imagination! This week's project is a Veteran's Day flag!
I only know of one location here in Vegas. Click here for directions. If there is another one you know of, leave a comment. THANKS!

I have decided to continue my "Summer Fun" blog right here at The Grocery Geek. I will update more later about fun, free (or otherwise really cheap) activities for you and your family for the holidays.

This one is TODAY, so I didn't want anyone to miss out!!

Home Depot does a FREE craft/project on the first Saturday of each month at all of their stores. Today's project is this trivet. We will be heading to the Home Depot on Eastern and Serene since they paint the projects there as well. Projects are available from 9am to noon.

In correlation with the expired coupon list, I thought I would help you keep your coupon binder up to date with all the necessary inserts.

The following is a list of inserts you should have in your binder or all the inserts that have current coupons. Look at the bottom and note any that you will be discarding after the first of the month. I will do another post then to remind you to toss those ones. Happy filing!!

Smartsource 3/8
Smartsource 3/29
Smartsource - Oreck 4/5
Smartsource 4/26
Smartsource 5/3
Smartsource 5/10
Smartsource 5/17
Smartsource 5/31
Smartsource 6/7
Smartsource 6/14
Smartsource 6/21
Smartsource 6/28
Smartsource 7/12
Smartsource 7/19
Smartsource 7/26
Smartsource - Ken's 8/2
Smartsource - Sears 8/2
Smartsource - Carrows 8/9
Smartsource - Gen Mill 8/9
Smartsource 8/16
Smartsource 8/23
Smartsource 8/30
Smartsource - Ortho 9/13
Smartsource - Direct TV 9/13
Smartsource - Nature Valley 9/13
Smartsource 9/20
Red Plum 4/26
Red Plum 5/3
Red Plum 5/10
Red Plum 5/17
Red Plum 5/31
Red Plum 6/7
Red Plum 6/21
Red Plum 6/28
Red Plum 7/12
Red Plum 7/26
Red Plum 8/2
Red Plum 8/9
Red Plum 8/16
Red Plum 8/23
Red Plum 8/30
Red Plum - Nestle 9/13
Red Plum - JC Penny 9/13
Red Plum 9/20
Red Plum 9/27
Procter & Gamble 8/2
Procter & Gamble 8/30

Proctor & Gamble 9/27

After October 1, you can toss the following inserts:

Smartsource 5/17
Smartsource 5/31
Procter & Gamble 8/2

I have been wanting to do this for a while now. I recently went through my coupon file and was just sick about some of the expired coupons I was throwing away. So, I decided that I would send a list out (hopefully each week) of coupons that are expiring soon. Now, you can check this list and see if there is something you want to use, check your favorite grocery store or head to Walmart (yes, I said the W word) and use it up. I hope this helps you not to waste any good savings!! Happy Coupon-ing!!

The Following Coupons Expire on/before 9/30/09:
AcneFree Clear Skin System, Sensitive Skin System, Severe To Clear System, or Redness Relief System, any $3/1 (9/30/09) RP-7/26
AcneFree non-kit treatment, any $1/1 (9/30/09) RP-7/26
Alli, any $15/1 (9/30/09) RP-7/26
Band-Aid Brand Adhesive Bandages, any (excludes trial) .50/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/28
Banquet Homestyle Bakes, any .50/1 (9/30/09) SS-7/19
Bausch & Lomb Soothe XP eye drops, any $3/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/21
Benadryl Allergy, any (excludes trial) $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/28
Benadryl Cream, Spray or Gel, any (excludes trial) $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/28
Bounce Dryer Bar, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Bounce Dryer Sheets, any .25/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Bounty Napkins or Towels, any .25/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Breeze 2 or Contour Meter form Bayer Diabetes Care up to $30.00 off (9/30/09) SS-3/22
Breeze 2 test discs 100 ct or Contour test strips $20/1 (9/30/09) SS-3/22
Bumble Bee Premium Tuna Pouch, any 2.5 or 5 oz $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/14
Cascade ActionPacs, any .50/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Cascade, any .25/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Centrum Kids, any (except 30ct) $1/1 (9/30/09) RP-7/12
Centrum or Centrum Silver, any (except 30 ct) (Not valid on Centrum Ultra, Centrum Cardio, Centrum Performance or Centrum Kids) $1/1 (9/30/09) RP-7/12
Centrum Performance, any (except 30ct) $2/1 (9/30/09) RP-7/12
Charmin, any .25/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Chinet Lunch, any 36 or 72ct $2/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/9
Clairol Haircolor, any $2/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Claritin Eye, any $3/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/30
Claritin Non-Drowsy or Children's, any 4oz or 10ct or larger $2/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/30
Claritin Non-Drowsy, any 20ct or larger $4/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/30
Clartitin D Non-Drowsy, any 10ct or larger $3/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/30
Cortaid, any .50/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/28
CoverGirl Foundation Buy One Get face product FREE (9/30/09) PG-8/30
CoverGirl, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Crest Premium Paste 4.2oz or larger (Crest Multicare, Extra Whitening, Whitening Expressions, Whitening Plus Scope, Vivid White, Sensitivity, Pro Health or Weekly Clean) .75/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Crest Rinse 440mL or larger .75/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Crest Toothpaste 4.2 oz or larger .50/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Crest Whitestripes Premium ProEffects Daily Whitening Multicare or Daily Whitening Tarter Protection (excludes classic) $5/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Crest Whitestripes Advance Seal 14ct $10/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Crystal Clear Juice Squeeze, any 12oz 4-pack .50/1 (9/30/09) SS-5/10
Crystal Clear Juice Squeeze, any 12oz 4-pack .75/2 (9/30/09) SS-5/10
Crystal Geyser Sparkling Mineral Water, any 1.25 liter bottles .40/2 (9/30/09) SS(EyeMaster)-5/17
Crystal Geyser Sparkling Mineral Water, any 18oz 4-Pack .40/1 (9/30/09) SS(EyeMaster)-5/17
Dannon Light & Fit Nonfat Yogurt, any 6-pack $1/2 (9/30/09) SS-8/9
Dawn, any .25/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Downy Dryer Sheets, any .25/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Downy, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Dr Scholl's Custom Fit Orthotic Inserts $10/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/9
Duracell CopperTop 4-pack or larger AA or AAA or any size C, D, or 9V or PowerPix & Ultra Digital (AA or AAA) or Ultra Photo Lithium (123, 223, 245, CR2, or CR-V3), any .75/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Duracell Rechargeable Product or DayLite Flashlight, any $2/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Duracell Ultra Advanced or Ultra Digital (AA AAA) 4-pack or larger $1.50/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Edge Shave Gel, any .75/1 (9/26/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Eggland Best Cage Free eggs or Organic eggs, dozen .50/1 (9/30/09) SS-5/3
Eggland Best Eggs Cage Free or Organic Eggs, any .50/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/28
Eggland Best Eggs, dozen .35/1 (9/30/09) SS-5/3
Eggland Best Eggs, dozen .35/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/28
Endust Free, any $2/1 (9/26/09) RP-8/30
Famous Daves BBQ Sauce, any $1.50/2 (9/30/09) SS-6/21
Fantastik All Purpose Cleaner, any .75/1 (9/26/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Febreze Air Effects, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Febreze Candle, any $2/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Febreze Fabric Refresher, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Febreze Flameless Luminary, any $4/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Febreze Scented Oil Reed Diffuser or Soy Blend Candle, any $2/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Finish Dishwasher Cleaner, any .40/1 (9/27/09) SS-8/30
Finish Jet Dry Rinse Agent or Turbo Dry .40/1 (9/27/09) SS-8/30
Finish/Electrasol Powder or Gel .25/1 (9/27/09) SS-8/30
Finish/Electrasol PowerBall Tabs, GelPacs or Quantum .75/1 (9/27/09) SS-8/30
Fisher product, any 4 oz or larger $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-3/15
Fixodent adhesive, any 1.2 oz or larger .50/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Freshpet Product, any $2/2 (9/30/09) SS-6/7
Gillette Clinical Strength Antiperspirant Deodorant AND Secret Clinical Strength $4/2 (9/30/09) PG-8/2
Gillette Clinical Strength Antiperspirant Deodorant, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/2
Gillette Fusion Cartridge refill pack Buy One Get Gillette Deodorant FREE (9/30/09) RP-8/16
Gillette Fusion Cartridge refill pack Buy One Get Shave Gel FREE (9/30/09) RP-8/16
Gillette Fusion Razor, any $2/1 (9/30/09) RP-8/16
Gillette Mach 3 3ct, Sensor3 4ct, CustomPlus3 4ct or Venus Disposable 3ct or 2ct $2/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Gillette Mach 3 6ct, Sensor3 8ct, CustomPlus3 8ct or Venus Disposable 6ct $3/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Gillette Series Shave Gel 7oz or Foam 9oz .55/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
GoodNites Boxers, any jumbo or larger $2/1 (9/27/09) SS-8/23
GoodNites Underpants, any jumbo or larger $1/1 (9/27/09) SS-8/23
Head & Shoulders Shampoo or Conditioner, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Hershey's Mil Chocolate, Hershey's Milk with Almonds and Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate 6-pack $1/2 (9/30/09) SS-6/28
Hot Shot, any $1.50/1 (9/30/09) SS-7/19
Impruv Dry Skin Care, any $3/1 (9/30/09) SS-7/19
Ivory Body Wash or Bar Bundle .25/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Ivory, any .25/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Jose Ole Quesadillas or Empanadas 16oz, any $2/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/23
Keebler and/or Sunshine Multi-Packs, any 11.52oz or larger $1/2 (9/27/09) Kelloggs-8/2
Keebler Cookies, any $1/2 (9/27/09) Kelloggs-8/2
Keebler Sandwich Crackers, any 8ct or larger $1/2 (9/27/09) Kelloggs-8/2
Kellogg's Eggo Frozen Products, any 4ct or larger $1/2 (9/27/09) Kelloggs-8/2
Kellogg's Fruit Flavored Snacks 6ct or larger $1/2 (9/27/09) Kelloggs-8/2
Kellogg's Muffin and/or Banana Split Pop Tarts, any 8ct or larger $1/2 (9/27/09) Kelloggs-8/2
Kellogg's Nutri-Gran Cereal Bars 6ct or larger $1/2 (9/27/09) Kelloggs-8/2
Kellogg's Pop Tarts, any 8ct or larger $1/2 (9/27/09) Kelloggs-8/2
Kellogg's Rice Krispies Treat, any 8ct or larger $1/2 (9/27/09) Kelloggs-8/2
Kellogg's Special K Protein Product, any 4ct or larger $1/2 (9/27/09) Kelloggs-8/2
Ken's Dressing, any $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/2
Ken's Marinade or Buffalo Wing Sauce, any $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/2
Kleenex Facial Tissue .50/3 or Kleenex Bundle Pack .50/1 (excludes Pocket Packs or Juniors Tissue) (9/30/09) SS-8/2
KY, Tucks, or Soothing Care, any (excludes trial) $1.50/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/28
La Victoria Green Chiles or Jalapenos, any .25/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/21
La Victoria Salsa, any 12oz or larger .50/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/21
LaCross Beauty Tool, any $1/1 (9/30/09) RP-8/2
Luzianne Iced Tea Bags, any .60/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/21
Mail-In-Offer Palmolive TRY ME FREE OFFER (9/30/09) SS-8/30
MAIL-IN-REBATE KELLOGG'S Buy 10 participating products get $10 back (see rebate form for full details) (9/30/09) Kelloggs-8/2
Marie's Dressing, any 11.5oz-12oz $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-5/31
Mentos Gum, any .55/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/21
Mentos Gum, any .55/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/21
Metamucil psyllium or Clear & Natural non-psyllium product, any $3/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
MidNite or Midnite PM, any $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-3/22
Mitchum or Mitchum for Women, any (except trial or multi pack) .75/1 (9/22/09) SS-8/23
Monistat Soothe & Relieve Pack, any $5/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/28
Morning Star Veggie Foods, any $1/2 (9/27/09) Kelloggs-8/2
Morton Season-All Product, any 5oz or larger .55/1 (9/30/09) RP-8/30
Mountain High Yogurt, any 32oz .50/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/2
Mountain High Yogurt, any 64oz .50/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/2
Mr Clean Magic Eraser, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Mr Clean Multi-Purpose Spray or Liquid, any .50/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Neosporin, any (excludes trial) .50/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/28
Nestle Coffee-Mate Liquid Creamer, any .50/1 (9/28/09) RP-6/28
Nestle Coffee-Mate Powder Creamer, any .50/1 (9/28/09) RP-6/28
Nestle Pure Life Multi-Pack (20-pack or larger), any .50/1 (9/27/09) RP-8/16
Neutragena Mens, any $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/7
Nice n' Easy Hair Color Product, any $1/1 (9/30/09) RP-8/9
Nice 'n Easy Root Touch-up $1/1 (9/30/09) RP-8/9
Nivea Body Wash for Women 16.9 oz $1/1 (9/30/09) RP-7/12
Nivea Body Wash for Women 16.9 oz $3/2 (9/30/09) RP-7/12
Noxema SpaShave 4-Blade 3pk, Super Smooth Triple Blade 4pk, Soft-n-Sassy Twin Blade 10pk or Bikini Grooming Wand, any $1/1 (9/30/09) RP-7/26
Olay Total Effects Facial Moisturizer Buy One Get Olay Body Wash FREE (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Olay Total Effects Facial Moisturizer Buy One Get Secret Flawless Antiperspirant FREE (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Old Spice Anit-Perspirant/Deodorant or Body Wash, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Old Spice Anti-Perspirant/Deodorant or Body Wash (excludes trial) $1/2 (9/30/09) PG-8/2
Old Spice APDO or Body Wash Buy 3 Get Body Spray FREE (excludes trial) (9/30/09) PG-8/2
Old Spice APDO or Body Wash Buy 3 Get Deck Scrubber FREE (excludes trial) (9/30/09) PG-8/30
One A Day Vitamins, any $2/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/14
Oral-B Cross Action manual toothbrush Buy One Get One FREE (9/30/09) RP-8/16
Oral-B CrossAction Power Max Brush, any $2/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Oral-B CrossAction Power or CrossAction Whitening Brush, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Oust Air Sanitizer Buy One Get One FREE (9/26/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Padrinos Tortilla Chips, any $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/21
Pampers Diapers or Pants, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Pampers Swaddlers Sensitive, Swaddlers, Cruisers or Extra Protection Diapers $2/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Pampers UnderJams Night Wear, any $2/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Pantene Expressions or Restorative Product, any (excludes trial) $1/1 (9/30/09) RP-8/9
Pantene Products, any (excludes trial) $1/2 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Pantene Styling Product, any (excludes trial) $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Pedigree Dentastix Treats for Dogs, any $1/1 (9/27/09) RP-8/2
Pedigree Marrobone Treats for Dogs, any $1/1 (9/27/09) RP-8/2
Pert Plus for Men, any $1.50/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/2
Pert Plus or Pert Plus for Men, any 12 oz or larger $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/2
Pledge Furniture Care Products, any $1.50/2 (9/27/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Pledge Furniture Care Wipes, any $1/1 (9/27/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Pledge Multi-Surface product, any $1/1 (9/27/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Pledge or Armstrong floor cleaner, any $1/1 (9/27/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Prilosec OTC, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Pringles Fat Free, any 165g $1/2 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Pringles Snack Stacks, Stix, Minis or Selects .50/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Pringles, any 180g or larger $1/2 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Purina Friskies Brand Canned Cat Food (not valid on Purina Friskies Selects Indoor) 5.5 oz cans $1/15 12ct pack $1/2 or 24ct pack $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/28
Purina Friskies Brand Dry Cat Food, any 3.15 lb or larger $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/28
Purina Friskies Party Mix 2.1oz Buy One Get One FREE (9/30/09) SS-6/14
Rachael Ray Nutrish, any 6lb bag or larger $2/1 (9/30/09) SS-7/26
Raid Ant & Roach Killer, any $1/1 (9/27/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
RESTAURANT - Dunkin Donuts $0.99 for a Small Latte or Cappuccino (Hot or Iced) (9/30/09) SS-8/30
RESTAURANT - Dunkin Donuts $1.00 Dozen Doughnuts (9/30/09) SS-8/30
RESTAURANT - Dunkin Donuts $1.99 for Flat Bread Sandwich with purchase of any beverage at regular price (9/30/09) SS-8/30
RESTAURANT - HONEY BAKED HAM $24.99 Boneless Half Ham (9/27/09) RP-8/30
RESTAURANT - HONEY BAKED HAM $7 OFF any size Bone In Half Ham (9/27/09) RP-8/30
RESTAURANT - RED LOBSTER $3 OFF TWO LUNCH ENTRÉE (9/24/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
RESTAURANT - RED LOBSTER $4 OFF TWO DINNER ENTRÉE (9/24/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
RESTAURANT - SWEET TOMATOES $19.99 Family Dinner (see coupon for details) (9/26/09 SS-8/2
RESTAURANT - SWEET TOMATOES $7.39 Lunch (9/26/09 SS-8/2
RESTAURANT - SWEET TOMATOES $8.29 Dinner (9/26/09 SS-8/2
RESTAURANT - SWEET TOMATOES Free Breakfast (see coupon for details) (9/26/09 SS-8/2
Right Guard Dry Idea or Soft & Dri Products, any $1/2 (9/30/09) SS-7/12
Sally Hansen Nail Color, any $1/1 (9/30/09) RP-8/2
Sally Hansen Nail Treatment, any $1/1 (9/30/09) RP-8/2
Scotch Fur Fighter Hair Remover Refill, any $1/1 (9/30/09) RP-8/2
Scotch Fur Fighter Hair Remover Starter Kit, any $2/1 (9/30/09) RP-8/2
Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic Shower Cleaner refills, any $2/2 (9/27/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic Shower Cleaner starter kit, $3/1 (9/27/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Scrubbing Bubbles Bathroom Cleaner, any .75/1 (9/27/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Scrubbing Bubbles Mega Shower Foamer $1/1 (9/27/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Scrubbing Bubbles Toilet Cleaning Gel Buy One Get Scrubbing Bubbles Fresh Brush 2-in-1 starter kit FREE (9/27/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Secret Clinical Strength, any (excludes trial) $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/2
Shout Laundry Product, any .55/1 (9/26/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Skintimate Shave Gel or Cream, any $1/1 (9/26/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Sterling Vintners Collection Wine, any 750mL $3/2 (9/30/09) SS-8/30
Sure Antiperspirant & Deodorant .75/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/2
Sure for Men Antiperspirant & Deodorant $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/2
Swiffer Duster Starter Kit, any .50/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Swiffer Refill or Swiffer Dust and Shine, any .50/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Swiffer Sweeper Starter Kit, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Swiffer WetJet Starter Kit Buy One Get Swiffer WetJet Refill FREE (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Tag Body Spray or Invisible Solid Buy One Get One FREE (9/30/09) PG-8/30
TAG Invisable Solid/Body Spray $2/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/2
Tejava, any 1 liter bottle .25/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/21
Tejava, any 12oz 4 pack .50/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/21
Tide Stain Release Product, any .75/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Tide to Go, any .35/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Tide, any $1/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30
Tree Top Apple Sauce Product, any $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-8/23
Venus Embrace or Breeze Family Cartridge, any $3/1 (9/30/09) RP-8/16
Venus Embrace Razor or Breeze Family Systems Razor, any $2/1 (9/30/09) RP-8/16
Visine Totality Multi-Symptom Relief or Visine Total Eyes Soothing Wipes $3/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/14
Visine, any $1/1 (9/30/09) SS-6/14
Wholly Guacamole Product, any $1.50/1 (9/30/09) SS(DirtectTV)-9/13
Windex Glass Cleaning products, any $1/1 (9/27/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Windex Multi-Surface Cleaning product, any $1/1 (9/27/09) SS(Sears)-8/2
Zest Body Wash or Bar Bundle .35/1 (9/30/09) PG-8/30

Check your paper carefully today because it is a TRIPLE INSERT week!! I am too excited to take pictures right now, but wanted to put this up so you don't miss anything!!

You should have your SmartSource with a mouse on the front (ewww), A SmartSource "Diabetes Smart", AND General Mills saver!! What a week... See they always make up for missing inserts on holiday weekends! Happy coupon-ing!!

(It may be a good idea to double check the Smith's case lot sale with these new coupons to see if you can save even more on your favorite items)

I love Sundays for several reasons.... #1 - it's our family day #2 - it's coupon day!!!

This is my favorite thing to see first thing Sunday morning. I eat breakfast and search for my coupons (or CASH as I like to think of them), and look for any other great deals that pop out at me. So, this week, I spotted an additional page of store coupons for Albertsons including:

Kraft Singles for .99

Doritos for 1.49

Knudsen Sour Cream for .99

Aquarius Spring water-24 pack - 2.49

Quilted Northern or Brawny - 4.99

Baby Carrots-1 lb - .49!

AND AND AND

3 coupons to MATCH the amount of one manufacturer coupon!!! Times that by the 5 papers and could be at least a $15 savings if I use all of them on $1 off coupons!!!

In the SmartSource alone this week, are savings of $69.70! I quickly looked at the coupons I would really use and it is still a savings of $32.80. BUT, remember I have 5 sets so that's $164!!!

Not bad for spending less than $5 for my weeks worth of papers!!!

Call me if you are ready to get yours too and start saving BIG!!

702-882-0172

As you can probably see, I haven't been posting for a while. For that I apologize to my loyal readers, but don't apologize for my reason. We had a fun-filled last few weeks of summer & I took advantage of that precious time with my hubby and kiddos.

Well, school's back in, and things are settling down to "normal" (if that is at all possible). So, it's back to the grindstone and back to saving BIG TIME at the grocery store!!

If you would like to book a class, or need a re-fresher course, leave me a comment or email me your information and I can put you on my calendar. There is a great promotion going on at Smith's right now and there is no fancy couponing involved. If you are a first-timer or just need a little confidence boost using this system, you can't miss these deals!! Let me know how you do! Good luck!!

I'm so sorry for the lack of posts lately. I think summer has taken over my life for the time being. Time to get back on the horse...

Here is the CVS PREVIEW list, so you can get everything ready to hit the store running this week. Did you know that this sale is actually activated on Saturday night?? You may see me at CVS picking up a few lunch boxes for my kids since this last week I can earn $3 ECBs on each and this week they are 25% off. Could be a great steal...

Also, there are LOTS of school supplies at deep discounts AND ECBs. If you haven't started accumulating any ECBs, this may be just the time to start.

(As soon as the sale officially starts on Sunday, the CVS list will be up on the GrocerySmarts website)

Ingredients:
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
1-1/4 lb boneless beef top sirloin steak, trimmed
3 cups broccoli florets
1 medium onion
1 medium red bell pepper
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1 tsp finely chopped, peeled fresh gingerroot
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 cup beef broth

Directions:
1. In large bowl, combine soy sauce, cornstarch and 1 tbsp (15 mL) of the oil. Cut steak into 1/4-inch-thick (6-mm) strips. Add steak to marinade; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate 15 minutes. Meanwhile, using (5-in./13-cm.) Santoku Knife, cut broccoli into small florets, onion into thin wedges and bell pepper into thin strips. Set vegetables aside.

2. Add 1 tsp (5 mL) of the oil to Stir-Fry Skillet; heat over medium-high heat until shimmering. Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade. Add half each of the steak, garlic, ginger and pepper flakes to Skillet. Stir-fry 1-2 minutes or until outside surface of steak is no longer pink. Remove from Skillet; keep warm. Repeat with 1 tsp (5 mL) of the oil and remaining steak, garlic, ginger and pepper flakes. Remove from Skillet.

3. Heat remaining oil in same Skillet until shimmering. Add vegetables; stir-fry 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Return steak to Skillet; add broth. Bring to a boil. Boil 1 minute, stirring gently.

Yield: 4 servings
Nutrients per serving: Calories 390, Total Fat 23 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 33 g, Sodium 810 mg, Fiber 3 g

Smith's has Petite Cut Boneless Beef Sirloin Steaks on sale this week. This recipe comes with The Pampered Chef Executive Cookware Stir-Fry Skillet. AND, cookware is an August special for ALL hosts. All you need to do is collect at least $150 in orders and you can get 60% off one piece of cookware. Collect $550 or more and you can get TWO pieces OR sets for 60% off. Can't beat that deal!!! Contact Amber through her website to book your kitchen or catalog show.

I love teaching these fantastic coupon classes!! Probably one of my favorite parts is when I show everyone how easy it is to organize your coupons. I love it when I see all your faces drop at how InSAneLy simple it is!!

A very inquisitive party-goer at one of my classes last week noticed that I had multiple RedPlums and Proctor & Gamble coupons in my little coupon binder. She then of course, asked how I got those lovely little treats. I debated on whether or not to share this tidbit of info since it is one of my tricks I teach at my Advanced Class. Well, that debate is now over... and I am spilling a little Advanced secret... are you ready??

Coupons by Dede.com

This is my favorite little coupon spot to scoop up extra inserts. There is a link on the left sidebar (if you click through my blog I get a little extra $ so help a girl out would ya). You will notice that it is still cheaper to get your SmartSource coupons from the Review Journal through your GrocerySmarts DEEP discounted price. So, defiantly call me to get your papers, but if you are looking to boost you saving potential, get your multiple RPs and P&Gs from Dede.

(from The Pampered Chef 29 Minutes to Dinner Cookbook)
Taco seasoning gives a flavor boost with minimum effort. As the tilapia cooks, you can prepare the flavorful salsa.

Pineapple Salsa
1/2 medium pineapple
1/4 small red onion
1 serrano pepper
2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1/8 tsp salt
1 lime
Tilapia
1 packet taco seasoning (1.25 oz)
3 Tbsp Garlic Oil or olive oil
4 boneless skinless tilapia fillets (about 4 oz each)

1. Heat Grill Pan over medium heat 5 minutes. As pan heats, using Santuko Knife, peel pineapple half; cut lengthwise into two pieces and remove core. (You can also use the pineapple wedger to get your pineapple halves and remove the core at the same time.) Slice each pineapple piece lengthwise into three strips. Arrange strips in a single layer over Grill Pan; cook 2-3 minutes on each side or until grill marks appear. Set aside on Cutting Board.

2. While pineapple cooks, chop onion. Cut serano pepper lengthwise in half; remove and discard seeds. Chop serrano pepper and cilantri. Combine onion, serrano peppers, cilantro and salt in Small Batter Bowl. Zest lime using Microplane Adjustable Grater to measure 1 tsp zest. Juice lime to measure 1 Tbsp juice. Add zest and juice to batter bowl; mix well.

3. Whisk taco seasoning and oil in Stainless Mixing Bowl. Add tilapia to coat. Place two tilapia fillets onto Grill Pan. Cook 2 minutes or until grill marks appear. Turn tilapia over using Jumbo Slotted Turner; cook 2 minutes or until tilapia flakes easily with a fork. Remove tilapia from pan. Wipe out pan and repeat with remaining fillets.

4. As tilapia cooks, chop pineapple and add to onion mixture in batter bowl; mix well. To serve, top tilapia with pineapple salsa.

Yield 4 serving

Nutrients per serving: Calories 240, Total Fat 12g, Saturated Fat 1.5g, Cholesterol 55mg, Carbohydrate 13g, Protein 23g, Sodium 780 mg, Fiber 2g

The tilapia is on sale at Albertsons thru Tuesday. Check out Amber's website to get these great Pampered Chef tools.

I you have been to a class of mine, you may have heard me mention once or twice my love for CVS. My love for their ExtraCare Bucks lead me to being in charge of preparing the GrocerySmarts list for Southern Nevada. So much fun!! I thought I would start a little treat for my fellow "geeks" and link you to the preview list before the list pops up on Sundays. So, here goes my first official CVS Preview post:

Check out the full list here (you can use it just like the regular lists. Click start, star, select, shrink, and print - remember from the class?).

A few things that jumped out at me this week:

School Supplies that earn ECBs!! Get those before Tuesday!
Johnson's Baby Wash $.99
CVS Sun Care $1.99
Kleenex $.82

Have you checked out the Pinching Your Pennies website lately? It's had a bit of a facelift & is so much easier to navigate! I poked around a bit and found this GREAT video that shows our fantastic lists at work! Check it out, get excited and start saving!!

If you have been to a class and aren't saving at least half of what you are spending...call me!! We need to fix that right away! Do you have the right number of papers?? Remember to maximize your savings you should have 1 Sunday paper for EVERY person in your home.

Call or email me today to get your super awesome exclusive discounted rate on Review Journal Sunday only subscription (I was going for a ridiculously long run-on sentence...how'd I do?).

This week Vons has Foster Farms whole chicken on sale for $0.77/lb. Perfect time to try the Pampered Chef Incredible 30-minute chicken!!

Our Deep Covered Baker and a flavorful seasoning mixture make this chicken EASY and irresistible. This quick microwave method is a real time-saver, perfect for a weeknight meal or when the recipe calls for cooked chicken.

Chicken
1 whole chicken (3½-4 pounds)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasoning Mixture
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon dried thyme leaves

1. Lightly spray Deep Covered Baker with oil using Kitchen Spritzer. Remove and discard giblets and neck from chicken cavity. Rinse chicken with cold water; pat dry with paper towels. Trim excess fat using Kitchen Shears, if necessary. Tie ends of legs together with cotton string. Lift wing tips up toward neck; then tuck under back of chicken. Place chicken on Cutting Board; brush with oil using Chef’s Silicone Basting Brush.

2. For seasoning mixture, combine ingredients in Prep Bowl; mix well. Completely coat outside of chicken with seasoning mixture. Place chicken, breast side up, in baker.

3. Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH 25-30 minutes or until Pocket Thermometer registers 165 F in thickest part of breast and juices run clear. Remove from microwave. Cover with lid and let rest 10 minutes (temperature will rise to 170 F).

Yield: 4-6 servings
Nutrients per serving: Calories 490, Total Fat 29 g, Saturated Fat 8 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 52 g, Sodium 450 mg, Fiber 0 g

Variations:
1. Use our Pampered Pantry(SM) rubs and seasoning mixes to give alternate flavors to your chicken.

2. All-in-One Chicken Dinner - Prepare chicken as directed above and place in baker. Combine 1 cup each celery and carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces, and 3 cups red or russet potatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces, in Classic Batter Bowl. Toss with additional seasoning, if desired. Arrange vegetables around chicken. Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH 35-40 minutes or until Pocket Thermometer registers 165 F in thickest part of breast and juices run clear. Remove from microwave. Cover with lid and let rest 10 minutes (temperature will rise to 170 F).

3. Lightened-up 30-Minute Chicken - Carefully remove skin from chicken; season as recipe directs. Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH 20-25 minutes or until Pocket Thermometer registers 165 F in thickest part of breast and juices run clear. Remove from microwave. Cover with lid and let rest 10 minutes (temperature will rise to 170 F).

Nutrients per serving: Calories 330, Total Fat 15 g, Saturated Fat 3.5 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 44 g, Sodium 420 mg, Fiber 0 g

You can order the Deep Covered Baker or any of the other Pampered Chef tools listed in the recipe on my website.

Click here to go to the Grocery Smarts list.

Are you still looking for fireworks tonight?? Check out my Summer Blog for details on all the FREE shows tonight. Enjoy!!

Happy 4th of July everyone!!

I hope you all have fun plans with family and friends and remember to be safe. We are heading off to our BBQ party, but I wanted to drop a little reminder that you can take a break from coupon crazy tomorrow as there will be no inserts in this Sunday's papers. It happens every so often over major holiday weekends.

If you ordered a subscription from me and you receipt says it is supposed to start this weekend, you will NOT be getting a paper. We went ahead and held it so you wouldn't start out on a bum week.

So, if you are still getting your last minute items for your festivities tonight, don't forget to check the Grocery Smarts lists. Just because it's last minute doesn't mean you shouldn't save a few bucks.

Don't forget to stop by your local 7-11 on 7/11/09 to get your FREE Slurpee!!
Make a fun afternoon of it - teach your big kids how to be a navigator, read a map, and plot out several 7-11 locations (if 1 free slurpee is good 5 is even better right).

Here's a link to get you started.
Happy Seven-Eleven Day!!

I just love B1G1 FREE things... Print this coupon for a FREE Jamba Juice when you buy another one.

I hope you all are having a wonderful Summer! Don't forget to check out my summer fun blog for fun ideas for the kids.

Stay Cool & HAPPY SUMMER!!

I have had lots of people ask me about my Advanced Class and how they get an invite. So, here's the dish...

*When you host a Coupon Class for your family and friends, and have at least 12 "new" (meaning they haven't been to a class before) moms there, you are awarded an invite for you AND a friend.

*At the class, I teach how to shop and SAVE TONS at stores like Walgreens, CVS, and Target

*I will also show you how to get your hands on MORE coupons

*You will receive a list of my favorite money-saving blogs/websites

*After the class, I will send you a priceless worksheet to help you "work out" those tricky CVS & Walgreens transactions

SUMMER "SALE": If you host a class before the end of August, and have only 8 new moms attend, you will receive your invite! I must be crazy!!

But wait....there's more.... (this is where my cheezy salesman pitch comes in)

Leave me a comment about how badly you want to learn my Advanced Techniques, and I will choose 2, yes 2, winners to receive this invite! WHOO HOO - I am telling you this heat must be messing with my head.

Health Warning: It is possible to suffer from coupon-overload if you attend this clas without coming to my Coupon Class first. So, send me an email and I will tell you when and where my next classes will be and you can pop on by and take that first step...

OK - Let the games begin!

A while ago I signed up for Upromise.com, figuring I could save a little while I am spending...why not, right? Well, I got the cooooolest email from them today and SCORED some great gift certificates at Restaurant.com. If you don't already know about this site, you should give it a look-see. You order gift certificates to restaurants in town for a discounted rate (ex. get a $25 gift cert for $10). A big help for date nights!

So, just now I ordered $280 worth of gift certificates for..... $22!!! I don't even want to figure out the % on that because I am sure I will faint!

The best part?? I can't keep my big mouth shut and am giving you my discount code!!! Try it now! Click on this link and order your gift certificates. When you are ready to check out, enter code DISH for your 80% savings! Let me know how it works for ya!

(sheesh that's the most ! ! ! I think I have ever put in a post)

Every now and again, I will take a few extra minutes and really peruse my Sunday paper. It really paid off this morning! I found some great coupons in the USA Weekend, and the Parade magazines. Here is a quick list of what I found:

Cottonelle Toilet Paper, 12 pack $1/1 (12/31/09)

Del MoneFruits, Vegetables, Tomatoes or Fruit Cup Snacks. Buy 6 get 1 FREE (8/15/09)

Scott Extra Soft bath tissue, 12 pack $1/1 (8/31/09)

Scott paper towel, 6 pack or larger $1/1 (8/31/09)

Sott Naturals Moist wipes .50/1 (8/31/09)

Kraft Easy Mac, 2.05 oz, Buy 1 get 1 FREE (8/31/09)

Prilosec OTC $2/1 (7/31/09) *This one was in each magazine*

So for a few extra minutes, I can now add an additional $52 in savings for the week. In reality, I will not use the Prilosec coupons, so for me, it is actually only a $42 savings. Not bad though, since I only pay $4.75 a week for my 5 Sunday papers!!

Call me if you are ready to get your discounted papers too!

You know you're a Grocery Geek when: you color coordinate your coupons!

Have you been a Grocery Smarts shopper for a while now? Is your coupon binder bulging to the point of near catastrophe? If you are just starting out, this is what you have to look forward to in the future.

After about 4 months of collecting my inserts, I was desperate to ge out of my binder. So, I did some dejunking of my file cabinet and made room for my "money". You all know I am a big dork, so not only did I group the inserts together, I color coordinated each one! SmartSources are blue, RedPlums - yep red, and P&G is yellow in the back. You probably don't need to get that nuts about it, but I wanted to show how easy it is to transition from your first binder into some serious coupon filing.

Have fun!!

(sorry for the fuzzy pictures, our real camera took a turn for the worse at 2nd grade graduation when it met the floor a little too hard. I love boys - waiting for a replacement - the camera not the boy)

The SINGLE BEST WAY to learn how to SHOP SMART and SAVE BIG is at one of my coupon classes! Below are all the details you'll need to know...

Basically, at a class I teach the basic concept of couponing, how to stay organized in less than 5 minutes a week (really, I promise), how to use the Grocery Smarts website and how by following a few super simple rules you'll be able to cut your grocery bill in half and start SAVING HUNDREDS immediately!

I teach the class in your home with your family and friends, but also teach church or women's groups as well.* Then, so you can start getting the coupons you'll need, I also offer supreme discounts and incentives on the Sunday Only paper (as little as $0.75 per Sunday paper... Crazy, I know)!

CLASS INCENTIVES FOR IN-HOME CLASSES

Have 6 friends who have not been to a class and earn a 'deluxe filing tote'
Have 8 friends over and get the tote, and a $10 gift card to our favorite grocery store
Have more than 10 people over who have not been to a class and earn the tote, a $20 gift card, and after your class, you will get our advanced tips and tricks to take your savings to a whole new level!

*I'm happy to teach classes for church groups at a church, but the above incentives do not apply.

To get on my schedule, call or email me today!

thegrocerygeeks@gmail.com

702-882-0172

FREE SMOOTHIE!!!

June 19, 2009 is National Flip Flop Day at Tropical Smoothie. Show up to one of their locations and receive a FREE 24 oz Jetty Punch Smoothie! By supporting Tropical Smoothie on this day, you are also supporting a partnering charity, Camp Sunshine. There is a great video at this link that explains what a great cause this is - don't forget your tissues.

Want another freebie? Register for Tropical Smoothie's birthday club and get a free smoothie on your special day!!

FREE!!!

Hot Dog On a Stick

Free Hot Dog Day

6-15-2009

Hot Dog On a Stick, America's favorite producer of sizzling hot dogs served on a stick and fresh lemonade- is hosting FREE Hot Dog Day on Monday, June 15 from 5-8pm. (limit one per person) Come on out and get your Free hot dog!!!

I love what I do!! I just love to meet new people and teach them how to SAVE MONEY!!

Last night I had a class and there were 2 ladies there who actually deliver the Review Journal. I brought up how nice it is that if you ever have a problem with your delivery you can just call customer service (383-0400) and someone will bring you your missing papers. I promised I would pass this along, so here is a BIG tip to give your delivery person a little break:

When you call with a delivery problem, please request that they just bring the missing paper on the Monday route. The delivery person is charged for that extra Sunday delivery. That fee is actually the amount of money they make on a whole month's worth of deliveries to your house! I don't know about you, but I LOVE my pile of Sunday papers on my doorstep each week, and anything I can do to help keep my delivery person happy.... I am ALL for it!

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