Deals, Deals and More Deals

Today is a great day for deals for the entire family.

Deals for the  Little Ones (and Not so Little Ones)

Today, May 24^th Kids eat FREE at Chili’s.  When you go into

any Chili’s location and purchase an adult entrée, children under 12 will receive a FREE Kids Meal. 

Also, today at It’Z Family, Food and Fun Buffets are $2.99 and drinks are $0.99.  That is a great deal and leaves you more money to hand over to the kids for rides and games.

Deals for Adults

Today, Living Social has a great deal for the Houston area..It features a Manicure and Pedicure at Paris Salon and Spa for only $18.  That is awesome, like getting one of the services absolutely free.  Click here to purchase.

DOTS Fashion is celebrating the upcoming holiday and summer by offering Buy 1 pair of Flip flops get the other pair absolutely FREE!  If you missed the $1 flip flop sale at Old Navy this past weekend this is a great way to get summer ready without breaking the bank.  Click here for locations near you. 

Blockbuster Monday

You can use the promo code GOMONDAY at any Blockbuster Express kiosk today (May 23rd) only and you will be able to get a movie rental absolutely FREE! To find a location near you simply CLICK HERE

$1 Flip Flops - This Saturday


It is that time of the year when we can update our flip flop collection or add new colors. This Saturday, May 22nd OLD NAVY will be having their sale.  Select pairs of flip flops for the entire family will be only $1. 

There is a limit of five pair per customer.  Click here to find your nearest store. 

Be sure to get there early as I am sure they will go quickly!

10 Days of Deals!

Today, May 16 thru May 25th, Redbox is giving you daily discounts on your movie rentals! Just text DEALS to 727272 every day for a new discount code you can use at Redbox that day. Your discount will be anywhere from 10¢ to $1.50!

Have fun!

Sunday Dinner

God is the joy and the strength of my life. 

It has been a wonderful Sunday...gorgeous weather, easy flowing preparation for church, great church service (shout out to Fallbrook Church) and wonderful Sunday meal.

For most mothers and some fathers, we know the general duty of waking up the household and prepping for whatever the day holds can be a daunting task.  This morning was heaven sent.  D (my son) woke up at a decent time and in a great mood as always.  Hubby knew what he was wearing.  I didn't change outfits, not even one time.  If anyone has talked to my husband he will not hesitate to let you know that before leaving the house I change, probably a minimum of 3 times.  So, the fact that I didn't change once is superb.  Walking out the door, I felt on top of the world.  Church service took me to another level and left me desiring to show my love towards my family through food. 

I came home and prepared a delicious meal of Oven Barbecued Chicken Wings, Mixed Greens, Loaded Mashed Potatoes and Jambalya rice.

The entire family loved it, and even asked for seconds. 

Another meal down and I hope that through this, they see how much I love them.

Oven Barbecued Chicken Wings

Many times I come home from work or some other daily activity and need a meal that is good and hearty, yet doesn't take a lot of time.  This fits the bill.  There is virtually no preparation and once in the oven you can forget it until the timer goes off.  

Below is the really simple recipe for Oven Barbecued Chicken Wings. 

Ingredients:

> Chicken Wings ( approx. 8-10)

> Kraft Original Barbecue Sauce

> 1/2 cup Water

> Tony Chachere's Seasoning

> Salt 

> Pepper

> Garlic Powder

> Ground Mustard

Process:

1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2) Wash each piece of chicken individually and place in baking dish

3)  Begin seasoning with 1 tablespoon of each seasoning listed above.

4) Use tongs to flip chicken over and season the other side.

5) In a measuring cup, pour 1 cup of Kraft BBQ Sauce and 1/2 cup of water.  Mix very well and thoroughly.  (Note: Although the sauce will be thinner due to the water, it should not be a watery consistency.)

6) Pour mixture over chicken, being sure to cover each piece.  If any parts were missed, ladle some of the mixture from the bottom of the pan onto the chicken.  

7)  Cover baking dish with foil and place in 350 degree for 45 minutes or until done.

Simple, right?

If you try it, let me know how it goes.

Fantastic Shopping Trip

I am so amped up from my shopping trip yesterday.  Yes, I know the shopping trip was yesterday, but I saved so much.  Yippee!!!

Here is what I brought home from my trip:

The exact items are:

2 - Diet Sierra Mist 2-liter

2 - Stride Gum Packs

1 - Nivea Boday Wash for Women

1 - Nivea Body Was for Men

2 - Daily's Frozen Beverages

2 - Boulder's Canyon All Natural Gluten Free Bags of Chips

4 - Ronzoni Pastas

1 - Kraft Three Cheese Shredded Cheese w/a Touch of Philly

2 - Ivory 3-bar Soaps

1 - Cottage Cheese Doubles

1 - Glade Air Freshener

1 - Maruchan Yakisoba

1 - Capri Sun 10pk

1 - Poilgrip

1 - Zest Aqua 3-bar Soap

1 - Olay 2 bar Soap

1 - Pampers Thick Care Wipes

1 - Carefree Liners (20ct)

2 - Mahatma Yellow Rice Packets

2 - Johnson and Johnson Mini First Aid Kits

2 - Colgate Toothpastes

2 - KY Jelly

1 - Dial Nutriskin Lotion

1 - Secret Deodorant

1 - Olay Body Lotion

2 - Old Spice Pure Sport Solid Deodorants

2 - Old Spice Body Washes

2 - Lay's Kettle Cooked Chips

3 - Mom's Best Natural Cereals

My total before any coupons or savings  $101.08

DRUM ROLL PLEASE

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AFTER COUPONS

$24.68

I cannot believe it myself....I am so excited and this helps me to realize that clipping those coupons and following those deals, really do pay off.  So to you, I say....clip those coupons and keep coming back here for information.  If you would like emails when deals arrive, please click here.

Love and Savings!!!

50% OFF at OLD NAVY

Yesterday, May 12th on Oprah's show, she announced that all at home viewers could go to her website and download a coupon good for 50% off one item.  Click here to download the coupon.  

Happy Shopping!!!!!!!

Family Fun...A Little Cheaper

Today, May 12th is "Kids Eat FREE" day at iT'Z. 

iT'Z is more than just a buffet!  You can head over to iT'Z where you can enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet as well as enjoy arcade games, movies, cartoons, kiddie land and amusement park style rides.

It is the place to be where fun can be had by all involved.  

When you purchase an adult buffet and drink, KIDS EAT FREE!!!!!!!!!
(Note: Up to 2 kids per adult buffet and drink purchased)

Click here for locations.

Have a great time!

Monday = Free Movie Night!!

Use promo code MONDAYFUNDAY to get a free movie rental at your local Blockbuster Express Kiosk. This code is only good for today May 9th only! To find a kiosk near you simply CLICK HERE.

30% Off at Old Navy

Old Navy is offering a coupon for 30% off One Single Item. Click on the “Hottest Ticket” link on the left side.  This great coupon is valid until 5/12/11.

Product Review: Philadelphia Cooking Creme

Last night, I had the pleasure of cooking with Kraft Philadelphia Cooking Creme (Italian Cheese and Herb) for the first time.  The product upon purchase comes with a small “brochure”, if you will, attached that includes numerous recipes to give you ideas on how to use the product.  Since, it was late when I arrived home and I hadn’t defrosted any meats that were included in their recipe options, I decided to wing it.  My recipe included the following items I had on hand in the pantry and “quick thaw” items from the freezer:   

·        Linguine

·        Lump Crab Meat

·        California Style Frozen Vegetables(Broccoli/Cauliflower/Carrots)

·        Onions (Chopped)

·        Garlic (Minced)

·        Olive Oil

I started with a drizzle of olive oil and added the onion and garlic to the skillet until the onions were almost transparent.  At that point, I added the frozen veggies and allowed those to cook over medium heat to soften and heat through.  After the veggies softened I stirred in the crab meat and cooked for about 3-5 minutes and then added the Philadelphia Cooking Creme.  After cooking the mixture approximately 3 minutes, I poured it over the cooked linguine and tossed together.  I served with steamed corn on the cob (see below).



End result (picture doesn't really do it justice)



My thoughts:  I loved the actual product.  It definitely serves its purpose of a quick meal solution.  You can really get creative with your additions and make some truly unique dishes that are all your own.  The family loved it and actual went back for seconds.  As a true pasta lover, I absolutely loved the simplicity of it and the ability to change the recipe according to what I have on hand. 

Although I loved it, next time I will watch the amount of veggies and ingredients I add.  I had too many ingredients and it didn’t come out as creamy as I would have liked for it to.  I actually ended up adding a little bit of the pasta water to it in order to thin it out a bit.  Prior to thinning it out, my husband actually joked that he need something to assist with his cotton mouthJ

End Judgment:  I will definitely use this product again and am anxious to try the recipes listed on the container as well as on the website.

If anyone has used this product, please post your comments.  Thanks.

Disclaimer:  I rec'd a coupon for a Free Philadelphia Cooking Creme, but the opinions are 100% my own.

FREE Redbox Rental

When you join the Redbox Text club and you will get a Free movie rental today (5/2) and the first Monday of each month.

Have fun!

FREE Blockbuster Movie Rental

Use promo code HELLOMONDAY to get a free movie rental at your local Blockbuster Express Kiosk. This code is only good for today May 2nd only! To find a kiosk near you simply CLICK HERE.

Enjoy!