Spicy Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry

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.

Get MORE Coupons

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.

Grilled Tilapia with Pineapple Salsa

(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.

CVS Preview List

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

Pinching Your Pennies

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?).

The incredible 30-minute chicken

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.

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

Happy 4th!

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!!