Finals

I have been bogged down with homework, papers, and now finals. It may take some time to get back to blogging normally. My mom comes in to visit on the 20th for two weeks so I may not be around much during that. If I am not I hope that everyone has a great holiday and good christmas :)

TTC

Its been 8 months and since i dont feel i have the right to complain sometimes, i must. I am so tired of hearing "just relax" or " it will happen when its time." Please remember these are not things to say to someone who is TTC. I should say at least for me i cannot stand hearing that.

On a positive note the doctor recommended a few tips for me. Preseed is one of them and the other is the CBEFM. I finally found one at walgreens yesterday and had to purchase so that i can start testing tomorrow. Otherwise you can find a ton of them much cheaper on ebay if you have time. Otherwise try calling Walgreens as I did. They were held behind the cosmetic counter because of the $$$. I keep hearing it will be well worth the price in the end. I will give a review later.

Chicken & Peppers!

Sorry for the image. I had to scan it in from the magazine. It was in November's All you magazine. It was really good. I always look for new spins on chicken dishes. This one is a keeper!

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 16 mins

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

Salt

1/2 c all purpose flour

3 tbsp veg. Oil

2 cloves of garlic

1 red pepper cut into strips

3/4 c. canned low sodium chicken broth

2 Tbsp Red Wine vinegar

1 1/2 tsp sugar

1 Tbsp unsalted butter or margerine

(2 tbsp chopped parsley)--we didnt include this as im allergic to it.

1) Place each chicken breast between 2 sheets of parchment paper and pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness. Sprinkle with salt. Coat chicken on both sides with flour; shake off excess.

2) Warm 2 Tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden on both sides and cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover.

3) Heat remaining oil in skillet. Sauté garlic until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add peppers and sauté for 1 minute. Add broth, vinegar, and sugar; bring to a boil, scraping up browned bits from pan. Reduce heat; simmer until slightly thickened, about 4 minutes. Remove pan from heat; stir in butter and parsley until butter melts. Pour sauce over chicken and serve.

Very yummy and easy! We will be trying this again when my mom comes to visit :)

Christmas Gift

Im drooling over something that i just really love!!!

First is this chair from Target $129.99 right now. I cant decide between this pattern (leaves) or the vine pattern.

Madison, Wi.

Not too much to blog about today. This week were in Madison for a business trip for Nick. We are enjoying some new foods and taking in some sights. My birthday is fast approaching and i dont think hes even shopped yet lol. Typical male, sorry guys! Anyways ive been getting way more homework done then usual which is a good thing. I cant believe in another month itll be over with already and on to the next semester. Everyone has been asking how school has been going. Its been going good. Im only struggling with one class which i have dreading from the start Statistics. Im sorry but im not going to utilize this later in the future. Anyways im off to do some more homework and do some more decorating research. Hope to post something new soon!

Pasta with no cook tomato sauce

Another rachael ray fav! I cant believe i didnt find this sooner. This is perfect because it isn't that much work at all and only requires one pot on the stove!! Always a goodie. To make it healthier for Dh and I, we used Ronzoni Smart taste Rotini noodles. Once again i forgot to take a pic but it was very easy and yummy. We have plenty of leftovers!

This serves 4-

Ingredients:

4 garlic cloves crushed

2 TBSP EVOO

1lb pasta shells or whatever you would like

2 lbs diced tomatoes

Salt and pepper to taste

2 TBSP butter or margarine

2 tsp of lemon zest

1 c. fresh Basil sliced thinly

grated parmesean for serving

1. In a cup, combine the garlic and olive oil. In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the pasta until al dente, about 11 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking water.

2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, crush the tomatoes with your hands; season with salt and pepper.

3. Remove the garlic from the olive oil and discard. Add the garlic oil, butter and lemon peel to the tomatoes. Add the pasta and toss, adding a splash of the reserved pasta cooking water to thin the sauce, if necessary. Add the basil and season with salt and pepper; toss. Serve with the parmesan.

Creamy Apple Chicken Chili

Another great one from Rachael Ray. Perfect for a cold day!!! We reduced the cheese in it and it was perfect! Heres a link to the recipe. Very yummy!!!!! You can also use skim milk and margarine instead of the butter which makes the recipe less in calories. We also cooked the chicken on the george foreman first and then made it in a large stockpot on the stove because we dont have a dutch oven. Its so good and makes plenty to freeze or for leftovers! Here is the recipe.

Target deals!!!

We went in with the intention or looking for some 8.5x11 plastic inserts for my Mom's recipe book. DH and I walked out with two huge bags of clearance. When I spot 75% off I dont hesitate for one second. I have always wanted to get a coverlet for our room during late spring into summer. This past summer was so warm we always ended up with the comforter on the floor. They had a set that was $80 marked down to $17! I would have preferred a different color but I ended up getting the navy & light blue reversible coverlet set. Most likely we will have the light blue showing most of the time. They also had an orange rust color, it was very fallish and pretty but would not go in our room at all. We also scored some throw pillows for our couch for spring & summer that were orig $16 marked down to $3.87. If you need a mattress cover, any comforters for guest rooms or anything definately check out target. Who would think that a former manager from target would still be shopping there years later!

Christmas isnt too far away!

So I know im crazy and thinking about christmas already! We went to MOA today and purchased a bunch of things but these two items we purchased at the Dept. 56 store. My MIL collects houses from there so we went in with the intention of buying something for her for christmas. Now we only go to MOA like once every couple of months. We already know we will not go back before christmas. We purchased something for her and then this ornament and the stand. Its going to make a great centerpiece on the coffee table with some extras around it.

Malma Mirrors!

This is not my own picture but the one of the only one's I was able to find. These are Ikea Malma mirrors. We bought four of these when we were in Ohio at the beg. of September. We love ours and one day soon ill take a pic of our own. We have them in our living room and they look so nice. I believe they were only 2.49/per mirror. They come in this dark brown or pine which you can paint. We chose the dark brown.

Apple Cheddar Turkey Burger

Yum-o!!!! Literally this was so good. I made this last night for dinner. Dh is actually begging to have it again because he loved it so much and i really expected him to just say it was okay. We cut the recipe in half to accomodate just the 2 of us but i will post the full recipe which serves 4 people. We also switched a few things around which i will post under the recipe. This is one of Rachael Ray's Recipes from her magazine. Enjoy it, we sure did!!!

Serves 4
Ingredients:
2 lb of ground turkey
4 scallions finely chopped
1/3 cup flat parsley chopped
1 TBSP grill seasoning
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
2 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
1 granny smith apple cut into 12 slices
4 slices of cheddar cheese
2 TBSP of mustard
1/4 c. cranberry preserves
4 english muffins toasted
lettuce

Directions
1. In a bowl, combine the turkey, scallions, parsley, grill seasoning and poultry seasoning. Form into 4 patties, pressing your thumb into the center of each to prevent it from bulging.

2. In a large skillet, heat the EVOO, 2 turns of the pan, over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook for 6 minutes on each side for medium. Top each with 3 apple slices and cheese slices, tent the pan with foil and cook until the cheese melts, 1 to 2 minutes.

3. In a small bowl, mix together the cranberry sauce and mustard; slather on the muffin tops. Pile 2 lettuce leaves on each muffin bottom, top with the patties and set the muffin tops into place.


***Here are the changes we made other then cutting the recipe in half, we used shredded cheddar cheese instead of slices and we ended up placing only 2 apple slices on top since we couldnt fit the 3rd. Instead of making the cranberry/mustard sauce we actually used raspberry preserves because we already had them and my Dh doesnt like mustard at all. Instead of scallions we used a regular white onion chopped finely it was about 1/4 cup, we already had this instead of scallions. It came out wonderfully. Remember that 1/4 c. i put in was only half the size recipe of the above so thats only for 2. It made 2 really big burgers. I highly recommend it!**

Caramel Banana Cupcakes

These are from Rachael Ray. I wanted to try them before making them at the next holiday. Im not fond of the icing at all. Its too buttery for me. When I made it that was all i could taste. The cupcakes are good but I definately recommend purchasing the werthers soft chews that are recommended. I purchased caramel chews by kraft (aka cheaper) and they didnt melt that easily in the cupcakes. Just follow the instructions located in the link. Make sure you read all of the directions especially if your making the icing also. I just stuck to store bought after i tried the other icing. When it tells you 3/4 c of mashed bananas or whatever the measurement is it took me about 2 1/2 medium sized bananas. If you want it to taste more banana like just add more mashed. Its a very light banana taste. Heres the recipe: Caramel Banana Cupcakes

Update

Once again I went missing, but I am back. My father in law passed away and so we had to rush off to Ohio for two weeks and then I returned to make a trip to the ER. So its been extremely busy and nerve wracking! I am having some medical issues but hope they can be resolved soon. I have done a few projects around the house and am trying to get to my homework that has been beyond neglected! I hope to also update with new recipes that I have tried.

MIA! But im here

Ive been missing in action due to massive confusion with school and work and etc. I did not take the job i was offered for numerous reasons but i am more then satisfied with the end result. Im going to end up in the community psychology program with a minor in family studies. I actually found out that everything works out i will be finished next fall!!! The quicker thats over the sooner i move on to real adult life and grad school. We have both been sick recently so thats another reason for my absence. I will be back soon to blogging before i begin my crazy fall schedule. Definately check out Polyvore if you get a chance it is awesome!!!!

Projects are fun! Hurricane Candle Holder

I love crafting and making things for our house! I just wish we owned our first house already, someday soon we will. I went to Crafts Direct today after taking Dh some lunch. I purchased a bunch of small items and then found a new centerpiece for our coffee table. I will break down the cost to make it as well. I purchased the 8" hurricane, vinyl words, and candle. I already had the ribbons and crystals. Ignore our paper towels and toaster lol in the pic on the right.

*Make sure you clean the glass before placing the vinyl on the glass, they suggest you mark the glass and the back of the vinyl in order to align the words straight, i didnt need to do this.

*Rub the vinyl words with a popsicle stick to make sure it attaches to the adhesive tape, slowly pull off the backing and if need be rub each letter so that it attaches to the tape, sometimes when you are pulling it off some of the letters may stick to the other piece of paper.

* Place the words where you want them and push down in the center and out to each side to make sure there are no air bubbles. Pull off the paper and Ta Da!!

*Hot glue each piece of ribbon to the glass wherever you want it.

*Place candle in the center and pour crystals, rocks, stones, or anything you want around the candle. Thats it! You have something great for a coffee table, kitchen table, counter, shelf, or wherever you want to place it.

8 " hurricane $3.00- on sale

3x6 candle $3.25-on sale

Vinyl words $2.40 w/ store coupon

Crystals=free

ribbons=free

Total =$8.65

Rugs!!!

Since i looked on another blog i now have a new love of rugs. I dont really understand it but i enjoy them so much that i want to find a place for new ones just to have them, i know im decor crazy lol. Im hoping to find one for our room or somewhere! These rugs are from Urban outfitters and i think they are great!

The first rug is the 3x5 Cherry Blossom Rug for $28.00

The rug on the bottom row is 3x5 Silhouette Flower Printed Rug $28.00

The rug on the top right is the Mod Mandala Rug in Polish. It comes in 4 patterns, its 30" round and is $14

Decorating

My latest obsession is trying to decorate our apartment and make it feel like a home. No more blank boring walls!!! My recent find was Empire West Ceiling Tiles. The greatest thing is that you can order 3 samples for free and only pay shipping. I know shipping cost varies from state to state, but ours was 8.95 for all three by UPS. So they end up being about $3 a piece. I cannot wait to receive them. We are hanging one in our master bath in this design in Moss. We may have to paint depending upon the color. Many other nesties have used spray paint and it works beautifully. Hopefully this color will go wonderfully and then we wont have to paint it. The second one is for our bathroom and is called the Victorian Ceiling Tile. The top tile is the Florentine ceiling tile. We ordered two in this design but in sand and latte. We are planning on hanging one or both above the tv in our LR. Most likely we will paint them so they are are similar in color. Great deal for some wall art!!!

Surgery presents

Prior to my surgery i decided to treat myself while my parents were visiting. I purchased a coach wristelet at the outlet for 19.99 and i purchased a great bag at kohls and i got an amazing price on it. Its by Daisy Fuentes and it had no tag on it so I quickly called someone and she got a comparable tag and it was only 5.00!!!! Great for that price. I am so excited to use both of them i cant wait to find even more deals.

Great Scot!

If your in need of TP, then head to great scot asap! charmin 4 pk for .79 cents store coupon in ad and then charmin manu. coupon for 25 cents then double it cause they will and .29 cents per 4 pk. Limit of 4 packs. Were off to load up before our move!

Giant Eagle 2/14-2/20

Breyers Ice Cream $3.33-.55(dbl)=$2.23
Cheerios, Trix $2.50-$1/2(dbl)=2/$3
Ragu $1-.50/2(dbl)= 2/$1
Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks $2-.50/2(dbl)=2/$3.00
Puffs Cubed Tissues $1.00-.50(dbl)=FREE (if this includes vicks)
Kelloggs Cinnamon & Pecan Cereal $2.50-$1(dbl)=.50 cents
Juicy Juice $2.75-.50/2(dbl)=2/$4.50
Starkist Tuna 3/$1.98-B2G1Free coupon
Del Monte Fruit (can) $1.25-.40(dbl)=.45 cents
Sugardale Bacon $2.79-.55(dbl)=$1.69
Heluva Good Dip $2.89-.75(dbl)=$1.39
Egg Beaters $2.79 -$1(dbl)=.79 cents
Nut tastic dog treats $2.50-$1(dbl)=.50 cents
Seapak Shrimp $5.99-$1(dbl)= $3.99
Hot Pockets $2.25-$1/3(dbl)=3/$4.75
Bayer Aspirin $1.50-$1(dbl)= free & ovg
Halls cough drops $1.29-.35(dbl)=.59 cents
Crest Toothpast $1.99-.75(dbl)=.49 cents
Herbal Essences Shampoo $2.66-$1(dbl)=.66 cents

Theres some things worth while:)
I also heard that Nutrigrain bars are on extended sale not in the ad and theres coupons out there!

Meijer Feb 17-23

Cheerios $2.00-$1/2=2/$3.00
Bob evans roll sausage $2.00-.35(dbl)=$1.30
Stouffers Entrees $2.20-$1/2=2/$3.40
Kraft Cheese sticks $2.00-.30(dbl)=$1.4o
Welchs Grape Juice $2.50-.75=$1.75
Warm Delights/BC cookies $1.50-.50(dbl)=.50 cents
BC Potatoes $1.00-.35(dbl)=.30 cents
Hamburger Helper $1.00-.50(dbl)=FREE
BC Frosting $1.50-.50(dbl)= .50 cents
Breyers Ice Cream $3.00-.55=$2.45
Toaster Strudel $1.66-.50(dbl)=.66 cents
Pillsbury Grands Bisquits $1.00-.30/2(dbl)=2/$1.40
Glade Air Freshner $1.00-B1G1F coupon= 2/$1.00
GoGurt $2.50-.35(dbl)=$1.80
Green Giant Just for One $2.50-.50(dbl)=$1.50
Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls $2.50-.30(dbl)= $1.90
Mt. Olive Pickles $1.66-.50(dbl)=.66 cents
Qtips $2.50-.35(dbl)=$1.80
Bayer $3.99-$1=$2.99
Aquafresh Advanced Toothpaste $2.50-$1=$1.50
Softsoap $1.50-.35(dbl)=.80 cents

Tons of good things for just some change:) Enjoy!!!!!

Krogers Feb 18-24th

Sorry its been so long...lifes been a little hectic recently.

Kelloggs Pop Tarts $2.50-.85/2(dbl)=2/$3.30
Herbal Essences Shampoo $2.66-$1(dbl)=.66 cents
Daisy Sour Cream $2.00-.50(dbl)=$1.00
Gogurt $2.00-.35(dbl)=$1.30
Smithfield Bacon b1g1Free-.75(dbl)
Birds Eye SteamFresh Veggies $1.50-$1/2(dbl)=2/$1

Not too much but the shampoo is great. I already stocked up the last time:)

Kroger Feb 4-10th

Seapak shrimp $5.99- $1(dbl)= $3.99
Hot Pockets $1.66-$1/3(dbl)= 3/$2.98
Starkist Tuna $1.33- B2G1F= 3/$2.66
Betty Crocker Cake Mix $1-$1/2(dbl)=FREE
Kelloggs Fruit Snacks $2.50-$1/2(dbl)= 2/$3
Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks $2-.60/2(dbl)= 2/$2.80
toaster Strudel $2.25-.50(dbl)= $1.25
Totinos Pizza Rolls $1.25-.40(dbl)= .45 cents
Wishbone salad spritzer $1.88-.75(dbl)= .38 cents
Hellmans Mayo $3.33-.40(dbl)= $2.53
Irish Spring Body Wash $3.33-.50(dbl)= $2.33
Colgate Toothpaste $2-.75(dbl)= .50 cents
Snickers candy bars .50-B1G1F= 2/.50 cents
Herbal essences shampoo $2.66-$1(dbl)= .66 cents
Speed Stick Deod. $2-$1(dbl)= FREE


a few good items!!!

Cornish Game Hen

It taste just like chicken:) Our meat thermometer was so not working great but it wasnt bad, nick really enjoyed it and tore it up so to speak lol!

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 Cornish game hens
2 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
1/4 cup apricot preserves
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon grated onion
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Combine the salt and cayenne. Rub a third of the mixture inside hens. Brush 1 tablespoon butter over hens; sprinkle with remaining seasoning mixture. Place on a rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the preserves, honey, onion, nutmeg and remaining butter. Cook and stir until preserves are melted. Brush over hens. Bake 35-40 minutes longer or until golden brown and a meat thermometer reads 180 degrees F. Cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Fake Baked Ziti- YUM-O

I got this from Rachael Ray's cookbook!! So incredibly good, especially as leftovers too!

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

3 cloves garlic

finely chopped 1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes

1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, (recommended: San Marzano)* If San Marzanos are not available, add a teaspoon sugar to your sauce

optional Coarse salt

A handful fresh basil leaves

1 pound ziti rigate

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Freshly ground black pepper

2 cups milk

1/2 cup shredded asiago cheese

1/2 cup shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano

1 cup mozzarella

**we used monterey jack & cheddar mix instead of asiago**

-Put Pasta Water on to boil

In a medium sauce pot over medium heat, saute garlic in extra-virgin olive oil. Chop whole tomatoes and add them to the pan. Add crushed tomatoes and salt and simmer 10 minutes, add basil and simmer over low heat 10 minutes more.

Add salt and pasta to boiling water and cook 6 minutes, leaving pasta a little chewy. While pasta cooks, melt butter in a small pot over medium heat. Whisk in flour, then cook 1 minute, adding salt and pepper to flour. Add milk and bring sauce to a bubble. Reduce 5 minutes.
Drain pasta and transfer to a large casserole dish. Pour the tomato and basil sauce over the pasta and turn to coat the pasta. Pour the bechamel*white sauce* over the already coated pasta. Do not turn. Cover the top of the pasta with Asiago, Parmesan and mozzarella. Place the casserole under hot broiler and melt the 3 cheeses until brown and bubbly, 3 to 5 minutes.

Definately would have again so GOOD!

Apricot Chicken

Nick and I really thought this was good. If your in the mood for chinese you have to try this!


1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup apricot preserves
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons onion soup mix
Hot cooked rice


In a large skillet, cook chicken and garlic in oil until browned, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish.
In a bowl, combine the apricot preserves, barbecue sauce, water and onion soup mix. Pour over the chicken. Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Serve with rice. Serves 4. We just cut it in half and it was just the perfect amount. We also used a chicken rice with it instead of white but you can do whatever you want!! Enjoy!

Giant Eagle 1/31- 2/6/08

Kelloggs Cereal (Shredded Wheat, Frosted Flakes) $2.00
** When you buy 5 of these you can save $3 instantly**
Kraft Cheese 4/$10 Get $2.00 off instantly wyb all 4
---$2.50-.75/2(dbl)= 2/$3.50 before above discount
Edys Slow Churned Ice Cream $3.33-$1(dbl)= $1.33
Planters Peanuts $3.50-$1/2(dbl)= 2/$5
TGI Fridays Frozen App. $2.50-$1/4 (dbl)= 4/$8.00
Chi Chis Salsa $2.50-$1/2(dbl)= 2/$3.00
Pace Salsa $2.50-.40/2(dbl)=2/$4.20
Heluva Good Chip Dip $1.75-.75(dbl)= .25 cents
Old El Paso $1.50-$1/2(dbl)= 2/$1.00
Old El Paso Dinner Kits $2.25-$1/2 (dbl)= 2/$2.50
Ritz Crackers $2.00-.55/2(dbl)= 2/$2.90
Cheerios $2.00- $1/2(dbl)= 2/$2.00 ***look for an instant coup. on the box for fresh berries***
Ocean Spray Cranberry $1.66
Snyders Multigrain chips $3.00-.75(dbl)= $1.50
Post Cereal $2.00-$1/2(dbl)= 2/$2.00
Juicy Juice Harvest $3.00-.50(dbl)= $2.00
Dominoes Sugar $2.50-.35(dbl)= $1.80
Mrs. T's perogies $2.00-$1/2(dbl)= 2/$2.00
SeaPak Shrimp $5.99-$1(dbl)= $3.99
Lloyds Beef in Tub $4.59-$1(dbl)= $2.59
Johnsonville Brats $3.69-.55(dbl)= $2.59
Yoplait Yogurt .50-$1/8(dbl)= 8/$2.00
Pillsbury Crescent Rolls $1.75-.25(dbl)=$1.25
Reddi Whip $2.33-.35(dbl)= $1.63
**Manwich 8/$10
**Rotel Tomatoes $1.00 (WYB $10 worth of products with the dbl stars**, you get $3 oyno)
**Orville Popcorn B1G1F
Steamfresh Veggies $1.00
New York Pizza Dip N strips $3.00-$1(dbl)= $1.00
Pillsbury Toaster Strudels $2.00-$1/2(dbl)= 2/$2.00
Totinos Pizza Rolls $2.50-.40(dbl)= $1.70
Crest Toothpaste & Oral B toothbrushes $1.66-.75(dbl)= .16 cents
Infusium Shampoo $5.50-3=$2.50
Always and Tampax Tampons $5.00-.50(dbl)= $4.00


Some good things in there!!!! Happy couponing!!! Remember to remove all your expireds of 1/31/08 or else use them before!!!

Kroger 1/28/08-2/03/08

Sorry im a few days late...
Velveeta $3.99-.55(dbl)= $2.89
Fructis Shampoo $3.00-$1(dbl)= $1.00
Dial Hand Soap $1.00-.30(dbl)= .40 cents
Right Guard Deod. $2.50-$1(dbl)= .50 cents
Johnsonville Bratwurst $3.50-.55(dbl)=$2.40
Ritz Crackers $2.50-.35/2 (dbl)=2/$4.30
Kraft Cheese $2.50-.75/2 (dbl)= 2/$3.50
Lays Chips $1.66
**When you purchase 5 of the products listed above in light blue you can get Pepsi products in a 12 pk for 4/$4!!! Great deal!!! Otherwise they are 4/$10.**

Frenchs Mustard/Cattlemens BBQ sauce $1.66-.30(dbl)=$1.06
Texas Toast $2.50-$1 (dbl)= .50 cents
7up products 4/$10
TGIF frozen appetizers $3.33-$1/4 (dbl)=4/$11.32
Post Cereal $2.00-$1/2(dbl)= 2/$2
Hot Pockets $2.00-$1.00/3(dbl)=3/$4.00
Kraft Mayo $2.66-$1.00/2(dbl)= 2/$3.32
Dannon Activia yogurt $1.98-$1.00/2=2/$1.96
SoBe Life water $1.00
Heinz Ketchup $2.50
Angel Soft 9 Mega Roll $5.49-.50(dbl)= $4.49

Sausage & Tomato Pasta

We just had some last night and it was super yummy. I even took a picture of what i made as proof. Here is the recipe:





1 lb. Penne pasta


1 1/2 c. broccoli florets


3 TBSP Olive Oil


4 links hot or sweet turkey sausage


1/2 tsp salt


1 can diced tomatoes

***We added a sprinkle of parmesean on top but you dont have to.***

--Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to your package directions. Add in the broccoli for the last three mins. of cooking. Drain in a colander


--In a nonstick skillet over medium heat warm 1 TBSP of olive oil. Add sausage and cook turning often 10-12 mins. Transfer sausage to cutting board and cut 1/2 in. thick pieces.


--Return to pasta and broccoli to cooking pot, add sausage, remaining olive oil, salt, tomato's and toss together and serve!!! Yummy!!!! Makes plenty for leftovers as well too.

Giant Eagle Ad jan 24-30th

Ortega sauce $2.00-$1/2(dbl)= 2/$2.00
Super Pretzels $1.75- $1/2(dbl) = 2/ $1.50
Tyson Anytizers Bag $3.50- $1(dbl)= $1.50
Smuckers Jelly $1.25- $1/3 (dbl)= 3/$1.75
Pringles Select & mini packs $2.00-.50(dbl)= $1
Nabisco Crackers $2-.35/2 (dbl)= 2/$3.30
Kraft Singles $2-$1(dbl)= FREE
Reynolds Foil $2.99-$1(dbl)= .99 cents
Dannon Activia $2.00 (4 pk) - $1/2 (dbl) =2/$2
Mrs. Smiths Cakes $2.00-$1/2 (dbl)= 2/$2
Texas Toast & breadsticks $2.50-$1 (dbl)= .50 cents
Advil 40-50 ct. $2.99 w/instant coupon
Colgate Toothpaste $2-.75(dbl)= .50 cents


Some Good Deals!!!! Im going to see if i can use a manufacturers coupon to get the Advil for .99 cents AWESOME DEAL!!!!! If not still pretty good. And free cheese!

Meijer Jan 20th-26th

Herbal essences Shampoo & Styling Products $2.50- $1= $1.50
Johnsonville Brats $2.50-.55= $1.95
Nabisco Crackers $1.66-.35/2 (dbl)= 2/$2.62
French's Mustard $1-.30 (dbl)=.40 cents
Dannon Activia $2.25-$1/2=2/$3.50
Anytizers $2.50-.55= $1.95
Cottonelle Wipes $2.50-.50/2 (dbl)= 2/$4.00
Dawn Dish Soap $2.33-$1/2=2/$3.66
Crest Toothpaste $2.44-.50 (dbl)= $1.44
Colgate $1.88-.75=$1.13
Crest Glide Floss $2.97-$1= $1.97
Pepperidge Farm cake $2-.55= $1.45

Not too much here either but a few things :)

Kroger Ad Jan 21st-27th

General Mills Cereal $2.49-$1/2 (dbl)=2/$3.00

****Get a Gallon of Milk for .99 cents wyb 3 GM cereals****
Nabisco Crackers $2.33-.35/2(dbl)=2/$3.96
Campbells Chunky Soup $1.50- .50(dbl)/2= 2/$2.00
Skinny Cow Ice Cream $3.66-$1 (dbl)= $1.66
Breyers Ice Cream $3.33-.55 (dbl)=$2.23
Danon Activia 4 pk $1.98- $1/2 (dbl)= 2/$1.96
Dannon Light & Fit Yogurt $2.99-$1 (dbl)=.99 cents

Not too many good deals this week, but above are the few that i checked out.

Giant Eagle Ad 1/17-1/23

Giant Eagle has somewhat of an impressive ad this time. Bear with me b/c this may be long. Again our GE has dbl's up to a $1.

B1G1F GE Boneless Skinless Chicken breast -$1 (dbl) off any one and you can use 2 coupons on this transaction so you can use a coupon on a freebie.

General Mills Cereal like Lucky Charms, Cheerios Crunch, and etc $2.00-.75 (dbl)=.50 for Cheerios Crunch*** my fav***
$2.00-$1/2 (dbl)=2/$2 for the other kinds
Yoplait Yogurt .50/1-$1/8(dbl)= 8/$2
****NOTE: $10 OYNO wyb $20 in the above products before coupon savings****

Lipton noodle sides $1-.40/2(dbl)=2/.80cents
Ragu $1.25-.50/2 (dbl)= 2/$1.50
Skippy PB $2-.40(dbl)=$1.20
Wishbone Salad Spritzer $1.66-.75 (dbl)= .16 cents!
Hellmans Mayo $3-.40 (dbl)= $2.20
Keebler Fudge Cookies $1.66-$1 **IP**dbl= Free +ovg
Captain Crunch Cereal $2.25-$1/2 (dbl)= 2/$2.50
Life Cereal $2-$1/2(dbl)=2/$2
Quaker Oatmeal $1.50-.60(dbl)=.30 cents
Aunt Jemima Pancake Mix/Syrup $2-$1/2(dbl)= 2/$2
***note: $3 oyno wyb 5 quaker, aunt jemima, life cereal, or captain crunch products***
Heinz Gravy $1.25-$1/3(dbl)=3/$1.75
Johnsonville Sausage $3.69-.55(dbl)=$2.59
Clorox Wipes and All Purpose Cleaner <----my best friend :) $2.00
Clorox Bleach $1.33 ***There is a free clorox bleach coupon wyb any 2 clorox products so you could buy bleach, wipes, cleaner and etc.***
Gladware Containers $2.50-$1/2 (dbl)= 2/$3
I cant believe its not butter $1.66-.60/2(dbl)=2/$2.12
Breyers ice Cream $3.50-.55(dbl)=$2.40
Totinos Pizza Rolls 4/$5=1.25-.40(dbl)=.45/1 box
**Save $1 Instantly wyb all 4 boxes so 4/$4**
Kotex Pads (16-24ct) or Tampons (18 ct) $2.50-$1(dbl)= .50 cents!!
Qtips $2-.30(dbl)=$1.40
Crest Toothpaste $2.33-.75(dbl)=.83 cents
Oral B Toothbrush $2.33-.75 (dbl) = .83 cents
Crest Satin Floss $2.33-$1 (dbl)= .33 cents **great deal on this exp.floss!
Blistex $2-.35(dbl)=$1.30
Vaseline Lotion $3-$1 **IP**(dbl)=$1.00
Degree Deod./Dove $3-$1(dbl)=$1.00
Alka Seltzer $2.99-.75 (dbl) =$1.49

Many Many Good things, I wish i had the oatmeal coupons but sadly we never got any of those :( I love oatmeal. But anyways hope someone can find this useful I certainly do. I never was into couponing before i just thought what the heck is .30 cents off thats no big deal until i learned what its all about. Just cut the coupons you never know what your going to get a good deal on! It has helped us so much!If i can share one thing with any other newlyweds or even engaged people or just anyone overall its use coupons learn your stores dbling policies and use them!!! Enjoy!!!

Meijer 1/13-1/19

My local meijer's only dbls up to .50 cents which is reflected in the end.

Hellmans Mayo $2.00-.40 (dbl)= $1.20
Jif Peanut Butter $1.66-$1/2= 2/$2.32
Johnsonville Pork Sausage $2.50-.55=$1.95
Keebler Cookies $1.99-$1 **IP**=.99 cents
Qtips $2.50-.30(dbl)= $1.90
Always & Tampax (lger packs) $4.88-.50(dbl)= $3.88
Dove Shampoo/Conditioner $2.99-$2=.99 cents
Sunsilk Shampoo $3.00-$1= $2.00
Creat Pro Health Night Rinse $3.50-$1=$2.50
Advil Pm $3.87-$1=$2.87

Remember to compare prices to my other posts!

Kroger savings

This reflects dbl coupons up to a $1 at my local krogers. A few quick terms that i use so you can understand them.

OYNO- is off your next order
dbl- double the coupon
WYB-When you buy
b1g1f- Buy One Get One Free
ovg-overage
IP- is Internet Printable
$1/2= a dollar off of two items and so on

If you want to know where the coupons are from just ask!

Im not at all impressed with their ad this week but here are a few items that i found. Also you can compare these sale prices to those in my GE (giant eagle) post or any other store that i post, this way you can see what is cheaper to begin with.

Land O Lakes Butter $1-.55c coupon(dbl)= free & ovg
Chex Mix $1-$1/2(dbl)=2/free***IP***
Lipton Noodle Sides $1-.60/2(dbl)=2/.80 cents
Clorox Bleach $1 ***there is a coupon out there for B2G1F. 3/$2
Ragu $1-.50/2(dbl)=2/$1

Krogers retail prices are generally lower so it doesnt hurt to just look around for things that arent in the ad!

Coupon glory!

Ever since my Sister In Law got me involved in couponing its been so great saving all that money. My hubby is relieved at the savings and enjoys going to the store with me. So in order for me to continue i feel like others should be able to take part in the savings as well. So i promise i will try to keep this more updated as I go. I will update with as much information as possible. If you need to know about a specific coupon or where to get it let me know and ill try to find it for you. I will be covering Meijer, Kroger, and Giant Eagle. My Giant Eagle and Krogers doubles up to a $1 so the end result with reflect that. If you want to know about a specific store of yours let me know and ill find out for you. Our Meijer's only doubles up to .50cents so the end price will reflect that as well. If you want to know anything let me know!!! Happy savings!