Yay! Chili’s is once again offering their famous Kids Eat Free coupon which is good through June 11-13, 2012. You can get up to two free kid’s meals per adult entree purchased.
Benefits of Emergency Food Storage
June 2, 2012 by 9 Comments
One of my goals I have is to prepare long-term food storage for my family. I currently have about 6 weeks worth of food but I have some friends that have 3 months worth. Some families even have enough food for a year or more! There are quite a few benefits to having an emergency food storage plan and I want to share with you a few of my personal reasons with you.
Lower Grocery Bill
Using wise food storage techniques can shave a significant amount of money off your grocery bill. You can buy in bulk, divide large purchases of meat with friends, can your own food, and buy items at their rock bottom price.
Health Benefits
Personally, when I have items on hand it’s much easier to prepare meals and I’m less tempted to go out for dinner. When I cook at home I make healthier choices than I would if we ate out. I can easily implement grains, legumes, and spices that have great health benefits I won’t find in processed foods.
Emergency Benefits
It seems there are natural disasters occurring all the time in the US. Having a food storage plan in place would allow your family the resources you need in case of an emergency. I hate to say it but with the way the job market is looking it could be possible that a family would have to live off of their stockpile because of a job loss. An emergency food plan should include a variety of healthy, nutritious foods that can easily be accessed. Hopefully your food storage will remain on your shelves {as you regularly rotate products in and out} and you’ll never have to fully rely on it. I would feel at peace having a security net though just in case!
I know how to stock up on finds from “extreme couponing” trips but I would love any information you have on how to build a food stockpile. Does your family can food that you grow yourself? Do you prepare frozen meals? Have you ever bought in bulk and split it with friends? I’m excited to build my stockpile and I would love any tips you have to share!
*HOT* Quiznos $2.99 Combo Coupon!
May 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Hope you’re hungry for a great deal! : ) I know you have seen the commercials but now you have the deal! Here is a coupon for the NEW QUIZNOS $2.99 COMBO!
Just print out the coupon and get Any Small Sub, Regular Fountain Drink and Chips for only $2.99. It’s that simple!
This HOT QUIZNOS offer is only good for this week so print it now and satisfy your taste buds today! Coupons are only available while supplies last.
Healthy Movie Theater Popcorn Recipe
May 12, 2012 by 4 Comments
Popcorn {and cheese} is one of our favorite snacks! A friend of ours encouraged us to try out Alton Brown’s Perfect Popcorn Recipe. We liked it and have been perfecting the recipe to fit our family. We think that this Healthy Movie Theater Popcorn Recipe tastes even better than movie theater popcorn and I hope you’ll like it!
We bought a lot of microwaved popcorn before and this is stove top recipe is healthier and much cheaper. Microwave popcorn is overly salty and is made with an unhealthy coating. When you make your own popcorn you can choose the oil you want, the amount of salt you use, and you can even use organic kernels if you want!
Making stove top popcorn was at first intimidating but let me tell you it is so easy! After a little time you’ll learn to adjust your stove and the time just right so you’ll pop the kernels perfectly. This is the recipe that we use but I would love to hear any different popcorn recipes or toppings that you have. We love to eat it with a little block of sharp cheddar. Is there anything you like to eat with popcorn?
Tip: Store your kernels in the freezer to keep them fresh!
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons peanut oil {or coconut, canola, etc}
- 3 ounces popcorn kernels, approximately 1/2 cup {makes 2 large bowls}
- 1/4 teaspoon popcorn salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Directions
Place the popcorn, oil, and salt in a large metal mixing bowl, wok, or stock pot. Cover with heavy-duty aluminum foil and poke around 20 small slits in the top. These slits need to be small so the kernels won’t pop out.
Place the bowl over medium to high heat and shake constantly. Shake until the popcorn finishes popping. It should take around a minute for the kernels to start popping and they’ll finish popping around 3 minutes.
Remove from heat and carefully remove the foil. Melt the butter in the microwave and slowly drizzle over the popcorn. Scrape any salt off the sides of the bowl and stir so the salt and butter get evenly distributed. Serve immediately and enjoy!
McDonald’s Coupon: $1 off Frappe, Smoothie, Berry Chiller, or Strawberry Lemonade
May 8, 2012 by 2 Comments
Right now you can print a McDonald’s Coupon to save $1 on any Frappe, Smoothie, Berry Chiller, or Frozen Strawberry Lemonade. This coupon expires June 15, 2012.
Update: A few of you have reported that the Berry Chillers are $1 at your McDonalds which would make them free after this coupon!
Also try the Just-like-McDonald’s Caramel Frappe recipe for yumminess at home!
*HOT* Vegetable Coupon!
May 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Hurry, print this coupon while you can! It’s a rare $1/4 Libby’s Vegetables coupon! This will go fast, so make sure that you get yours now! You may need to use zip code 77380 or 77477. Vegetable coupons are rare so this is a treat! There is also a $1/2 Libby’s Fruit coupon as well using the same zip codes.
Here’s the deal scenario at Walmart:
Buy Libby’s Vegetable’s – $.60 each, roll back price
Use $1/4 Libby’s Vegetables coupon
$.35 each after coupon!
Sign up for $50 in printable coupons from Earthbound Farms
April 17, 2012 by Leave a Comment
When you sign up for the Earthbound Farms coupon program you’ll get $50 in printable coupons via email throughout the year. Enjoy!
Save $0.75 on Egg Beaters Florentine
April 15, 2012 by 1 Comment
$0.75/1 – Egg Beaters Florentine
page 1, in zip 90210
My husband likes these Egg Beaters Florentine but because they’re kind of pricey they are a special treat in our house. If your family is like mine you’ll want to print these coupons while they last! Don’t forget to hit the back button to print it twice!
*Rare* Vidalia Onions Printable Coupon Facebook Offer!
April 13, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Hurry and go “like” Vidalia Onions‘ Facebook page to print a $0.50/1 Vidalia Onions (5 lb. minimum) coupon. Produce coupons like this are rare so print this one while you can! If you can wait, try to combine this coupon with a store sale and you’ll get an even better deal at your favorite store that doubles coupons.
While you’re there, be sure to join thousands of others and become a fan of Embracing Beauty. You’ll find more frugal conversation, additional deals and Facebook exclusive freebies!
High Value $0.75/1 Gold Peak Tea Coupon & Walmart & Target Scenarios!
April 13, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Right now at Coupons.com you can use zip code 77477 (if needed) and click on the “Beverage” category, to get a high value $0.75/1 Gold Peak Tea 18.5 oz. coupon! To maximize your savings you can use this coupon at Walmart or Target. Check out the deal scenarios below:
Target:
Gold Peak Tea 18.5 oz $1.02-$1.25
Use the $0.75/1 coupon found here
As low as $0.27!
Walmart:
Gold Peak Tea 18.5 oz $1.25-$1.50
Use the $0.75/1 coupon found here
As low as $0.50!
