Sale prices in my area were horrible last week! There were a few deals to consider, but overall I passed on shopping. Instead, I used the organic produce frozen from last summer’s gardening. I made a huge pot of Minestrone soup, some bread, and hoped for better deals next week.
Today I used my annual Costco rebate to purchase a few “tide-me-overs”: things I’d normally stock up on for less by combining sales with coupons, but need a few to get by until the next sale comes along. I also bought organic juice and fresh produce, which is not only cheaper at Costco, but a better quality right now.
Here’s what I purchased:
Neutrogena Sunscreen 3-pack, $13.79
–coupon savings $3.50
Splenda granulated twin pack, $14.99
–coupon savings $4
Kleenex 12 box, $15.49
–coupon savings $3.50
Zyrtec 75 count, $31.75
–coupon savings $5
Earthbound Farms organic baby greens, 1 lb, $4.49
Earthbound Farms organic carrot juice, 3 pack, $7.59
Broccoli crowns, 3 lbs, $4.79
Asparagus, 2.25 lbs, $3.99
Mushrooms, 24 oz, $3.99
Cone coffee filters, 400 count, $3.59
Potting Soil, two bags, $11.19 each
Total: $112.44
Rebate: $158.23
Cash back: $49.79
The total came to $112, but using the rebate check, I actually spent nothing “out of pocket”, which is definitely in line with my $25 a week grocery budget. I also received $49.79 CASH back for the remainder of the rebate, which I can use to meet my budget at other stores in the upcoming weeks.
The new ads arrived in my mailbox today — ShopRite, Acme, Weis, Giant, Rite Aid, Superfresh, etc.….and new coupons should come in tomorrows weekend paper. So time to start planning once again J.
