I stopped in at Walgreens (across from HEB) today, and it seems like there are several changes in regards to coupons/Register Rewards that I thought you should be aware of.
Please note that this concerns the Walgreens in San Angelo, TX. I know that many Walgreens in other cities/states are not changing their policies. I am not sure if different store managers are allowed to tweak the coupon policies as they see fit, but as customers, we always need to do our part to follow the policies at the stores we shop at. Also, please be advised that things can change at a moment's notice. It seems what is accepted one day, may not be accepted the next day. Always talk to your cashiers/managers so you can be up to date on any changes that have occurred.
First of all:
Walgreens is AGAIN no longer accepting manufacturer's coupons with the coupons in the monthly Walgreens coupon book. They are now considering these to be manufacturer's coupons, so they will NOT stack them. This is not the case in the majority of Walgreens, but something that the manager on duty told me is our local store's policy. They will continue to stack manufacturer's coupons with the in ad weekly coupons, but NOT with the monthly coupon book
Secondly:
At Walgreens it has always been the policy that you can't have more manufacturer's coupons than products. This can be an issue since Register Rewards are manufacturer's coupons and count in your coupon total. It used to be the case that if you purchased TWO products and had a coupon for $1.00 off 2 products, you would still be able to use one Register Reward...two coupons, two products. Now they have changed this. If you have one coupon that states $1.00 off 2 products, this coupon will attach to TWO products...if you want to use a Register Reward you will need to get a filler item. You can no longer just count your manufacturer's coupons and Register Rewards and make sure you have an equal number of products in your purchase. You must read the wording on all the coupons. If you have ONE coupon that is for $1.00 off 2...this ONE coupon now counts towards TWO items, not the normal ONE that it would before in the coupon to item ratio.
I know all of this is a little confusing, so please let me know if you have any quesions or need me to clarify.
Again, please remember that this is for the Walgreens in San Angelo (specifically the one across from HEB). You will need to check at the Walgreens that you regularly shop at to see if there have been any changes you need to be made aware of.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Del Monte Canned Vegetables $0.39 a can
You can get a great deal on Del Monte vegetables this week.Lowe's has Del Monte Canned Vegetables on sale for $0.59 this week, and there is a manufacturer's coupon that can be found in the Albertsons ad that will allow you to get them for $0.39 each.
Buy 10 Del Monte Canned Vegetables $0.59
-use coupon for $2.00 off 10 select Del Monte products (found in Albertsons ad) (Note, this is a manufacturer's coupon. I asked the cashier at Wal-Mart if I could use it. She said that since it was a manufacturer's coupon that there was no issue with me using it)
Final Price: $3.90 for 10 cans...$0.39 each
If you decide to do this deal at Wal-Mart, then you will need to use the Lowe's ad to price match.
Chicken Taco Soup Recipe
I had a request to post the recipe for Chicken Taco Soup. I've had this recipe for a LONG time, and have no idea where I got it. My family really likes it, so it is a go to soup in the fall/winter months.
Chicken Taco Soup:
Ingredients:
1 onion, chopped
1 can pinto beans (15 oz)
1 can black/red beans (15 oz)
1 can whole kernel corn (15 oz) (drained)
1 can tomato sauce (8 oz)
1 cup apple juice (You can substitute water if you don't have apple juice)
2 cans Ro-tel diced tomatoes with chilies (10 oz) (My kids aren't fans of spicy foods, so I usually substitute 2 cans of diced tomatoes)
1 package taco seasoning
2 to 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Sour Cream (optional)
Lettuce (optional)
Tomatoes (optional)
Crushed Tortilla Chips (optional)
Directions:
Place the onions, beans, corn, tomato sauce, apple juice and diced tomatoes in a slow cooker. Add taco seasoning and stir to blend. Place chicken breasts on top of soup mixture, just covering them with the liquid. Cook on low heat for 5 hours.
Remove chicken breasts from the soup and use a fork to shred the chicken. Return the chicken back to the soup and continue cooking for 2 hours.
I usually serve the soup with crushed up tortilla chips and then we each top our soup with what we would normally put on our tacos. I've also cooked this using ground beef instead of the chicken...just brown the beef and place it in the crockpot with all the other ingredients.
I love the ease and versatility of serving soups. Feel free to share any soup recipes your family enjoy!
Chicken Taco Soup:
Ingredients:
1 onion, chopped
1 can pinto beans (15 oz)
1 can black/red beans (15 oz)
1 can whole kernel corn (15 oz) (drained)
1 can tomato sauce (8 oz)
1 cup apple juice (You can substitute water if you don't have apple juice)
2 cans Ro-tel diced tomatoes with chilies (10 oz) (My kids aren't fans of spicy foods, so I usually substitute 2 cans of diced tomatoes)
1 package taco seasoning
2 to 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Sour Cream (optional)
Lettuce (optional)
Tomatoes (optional)
Crushed Tortilla Chips (optional)
Directions:
Place the onions, beans, corn, tomato sauce, apple juice and diced tomatoes in a slow cooker. Add taco seasoning and stir to blend. Place chicken breasts on top of soup mixture, just covering them with the liquid. Cook on low heat for 5 hours.
Remove chicken breasts from the soup and use a fork to shred the chicken. Return the chicken back to the soup and continue cooking for 2 hours.
I usually serve the soup with crushed up tortilla chips and then we each top our soup with what we would normally put on our tacos. I've also cooked this using ground beef instead of the chicken...just brown the beef and place it in the crockpot with all the other ingredients.
I love the ease and versatility of serving soups. Feel free to share any soup recipes your family enjoy!
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Target--Cheap (Possibly FREE) Sally Hansen Nail Clippers
There are a couple of Sally Hansen Coupons that are available that should make for a GREAT deal on fingernail clippers.
Go here to print a TARGET coupon for $1.00 off Sally Hansen Nail Care or Color (I found this under the Beauty Category)
Go here to print a manufacturer's coupon for $1.00 off any Sally Hansen Beauty Tool Product (I found this using zip code 76904 and clicking on the Personal Care Category)
There are reports that you can find nail clippers for as low as $1.99 at Target. If you can find the same deal, then you will be able to pick up a pair for FREE after stacking the coupons.
Even if you can't find the $1.99 price at your store, I am guessing that you'll still be able to snag a pair of nail clippers for a GREAT price after the coupon stack.
Thanks Totally Target!
Go here to print a TARGET coupon for $1.00 off Sally Hansen Nail Care or Color (I found this under the Beauty Category)
Go here to print a manufacturer's coupon for $1.00 off any Sally Hansen Beauty Tool Product (I found this using zip code 76904 and clicking on the Personal Care Category)
There are reports that you can find nail clippers for as low as $1.99 at Target. If you can find the same deal, then you will be able to pick up a pair for FREE after stacking the coupons.
Even if you can't find the $1.99 price at your store, I am guessing that you'll still be able to snag a pair of nail clippers for a GREAT price after the coupon stack.
Thanks Totally Target!
Outback Steakhouse--$5.00 off 2 Entrees
How about a coupon for $5.00 off any 2 Entrees at Outback? You'll need to "Like" Outback on Facebook and then connect Outback to your Facebook page. They will then email you the coupon. Go here to get started.
FREE Sample of Tom's of Maine Children's Toothpaste
Go here to request a FREE sample of Tom's of Maine Children's Toothpaste. I enjoy signing up to receive free samples because it gives me the opportunity to try new products and a lot of times free samples come with high value coupons as well.
Thanks Addicted to Saving!
Meal Planning
It seems like September is just flying by. I can't believe that we are already more than halfway through the month.
Another week has gone, so that means it is time for another weekly meal plan. If you are just starting out, then I really encourage you to sit down and make a meal plan for your family's meals for the week. Take stock of your pantry, refrigerator, and freezer. When you are making your meal plan, use those items that you already have on hand to help lower your grocery bill. After I have made my meal plan, I make a grocery list of all the items we NEED for the week...foods, toiletries, medicines, etc. I then purchase these items at the lowest prices I can find. After I have purchased all the items that I know we are going to NEED for the week, I then take any money that is left over from our weekly grocery budget and stock up on items that are on sale that week.
Weekly Meal Plan:
Thursday (September 22):
Horse Whisperer (FREE Burgers)
Friday (September 23):
Date night
Saturday (September 24):
Eat with in laws
Sunday (September 25):
BLT Sandwiches, Chips, Fruit
Monday (September 26):
Chicken Taco Soup, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Tuesday (September 27):
Lasagna, Steamed Vegetables, Bread
Wednesday (September 28):
Leftovers/Sandwiches
I only include suppers in our meal plan. Breakfasts usually consist of cereal, yogurt, waffles, eggs, toast, etc, and lunches usually consist of sandwiches or leftovers.
My grocery list of NEEDS for the week:
Bread (2 loaves)
Milk (2 gallons)
Sliced Cheese
Eggs
Fresh Produce (Gala Apples $0.88/lb, Grapes $0.99/lb, Cantaloupe $0.97, Oranges $0.88/lb, Bananas $0.48/lb.)
How are you doing with planning your weekly meals? Are you noticing a difference in the items you are NEEDING to purchase each week? What are you planning on stocking up on this week?
Another week has gone, so that means it is time for another weekly meal plan. If you are just starting out, then I really encourage you to sit down and make a meal plan for your family's meals for the week. Take stock of your pantry, refrigerator, and freezer. When you are making your meal plan, use those items that you already have on hand to help lower your grocery bill. After I have made my meal plan, I make a grocery list of all the items we NEED for the week...foods, toiletries, medicines, etc. I then purchase these items at the lowest prices I can find. After I have purchased all the items that I know we are going to NEED for the week, I then take any money that is left over from our weekly grocery budget and stock up on items that are on sale that week.
Weekly Meal Plan:
Thursday (September 22):
Horse Whisperer (FREE Burgers)
Friday (September 23):
Date night
Saturday (September 24):
Eat with in laws
Sunday (September 25):
BLT Sandwiches, Chips, Fruit
Monday (September 26):
Chicken Taco Soup, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Tuesday (September 27):
Lasagna, Steamed Vegetables, Bread
Wednesday (September 28):
Leftovers/Sandwiches
I only include suppers in our meal plan. Breakfasts usually consist of cereal, yogurt, waffles, eggs, toast, etc, and lunches usually consist of sandwiches or leftovers.
My grocery list of NEEDS for the week:
Bread (2 loaves)
Milk (2 gallons)
Sliced Cheese
Eggs
Fresh Produce (Gala Apples $0.88/lb, Grapes $0.99/lb, Cantaloupe $0.97, Oranges $0.88/lb, Bananas $0.48/lb.)
How are you doing with planning your weekly meals? Are you noticing a difference in the items you are NEEDING to purchase each week? What are you planning on stocking up on this week?
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