So I discussed it with JoAnn - there are not many earth-shatter deals this week, so check the flyers if you're looking for something specific.
Superstore has it's $25 gift card with $250 purchase and it's 10%/15% Tuesday on the 5th for the other stores.
Hmm, turkey for $0.99/lb. Is that good? I'll contribute the spices if someone wants to invite me over for dinner.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Monday, September 27, 2010
JoAnn's Grocery Pick for the week
NoFrills
This week is not that great, but I shall list what I see. There a few carry overs from last week and a few new ones. If you didn't get the pork loin for $1.00/lb, I am sorry. It's not offered this week.
Sirloin tip roast $2.00/lb That's not the lowest it's been, but if you are low in stock, I'd go for it.
Cantaloupe $1.00 ea
Grapes - red or green $1.00/lb
Green peppers 4/pkg $2.00
MacIntosh apples $3.00/5lb bag ($.60/lb)
Chicken thighs - fresh $2.00/lb Not spectacular, but will do.
McCain fries 1kg bag $1.00
Deodorant $2.00
Friday, September 24, 2010
Benchmark Baking Prices
Liesel had a request for what's a good price for baking needs. So I'll try to cover most of it. Always compare bulk to packaged. It's not always cheaper one way or the other. Depends on the current sales.You can always store your bulk or larger opened packages in airtight containers, such as Tupperware or Rubbermaid and it will keep just fine. If anyone thinks of anything else, feel free to add.
Flour under $6.00/bag
Sugar under $9.00/bag ( 25 lb bag - or 10kg for the younger generation)
Brown Sugar around $3.00/bag (2 lb)
Icing Sugar around $2.00/bag (1 lb)
Cream Cheese under $2.30/brick
Sweetened Condensed milk under $2.00/can
Whipping cream just over $3.00/L Keeps for a 6-8 weeks
almonds under $1.00/100g in bulk. Watch SStore for 1kg bags for under $10.00/bag
Pecans/walnuts under $1.30/100g in bulk. Watch SStore for 1kg bags for under $13.00/bag
Raisins under $.40/100g in bulk.
Lard (for the best pie crust) under $1.20/lb
Pie filling Sstore sells their NName for under $2.50 quite frequently. In fact I have bought it for $1.99. I find it is just as good and the cherry is even better than EDSmith. That's my opinion for what it's worth. However, the best cherries come off Sheila's tree!! But that's a trade secret.
Chocolate chips under $.70/100g for milk chocolate chips and $.50 for regular
Dipping Chocolate under $1.00/100g If you pay less than that, you are getting a lot of wax mixed in it, therefore poorer quality.
Coconut under $.50/100g
Baking Powder This is unfamiliar to me. I buy the 5kg pail from the Wholesale and keep the lid on tight. It lasts for year. Sorry if this is of no help.
Vanilla This is a thorn in my side. Over the years I have been spoiled with pure vanilla from Mexico. If you haven't experienced the difference, you just haven't lived. And to top it off, it's usually around $10/GALLON!! Now, don't we pay about $24/L? That would be the equivalent of $100/gallon. So you see why I get peeved with the vanilla here. So any of you out there who frequents Mexico, PLEASE, PLEASE let me know. I would love to get some of the good stuff.
Brick Margarine Don't be fooled by the 1lb blocks. I buy the 1/4 lb squares sold in the 3lb box. When on sale, SStore brand is $2.29. That's a little over $.70/lb. Try getting that price in the 1lb blocks. And the 1/4 lb squares are so handy. Just remember that 1/4 lb is a 1/2 cup of marg.
Eggs Continue to enjoy the widespread price of $1.97/doz. Keep in mind too that on discount Tuesday, they are even cheaper at Sobey's.
That's all I that comes to mind. If I think of more, I'll post it.
Some Deals
Walmart
mostly the same as last week,
Speed Stick & Degree deodorant $1.50
Mini Wheats & Fruit Loops $2.47 for 345-555g box
Purex Laundry detergent 5.57 2.95L (looks like 64 washes)
Sponge Towels $3.88 for 6 rolls
Starfrit lock and lock food storage 50% off
Pampers giant pack $17.97
Crock Pot slow cooker, 5 qt $28
Armstrong cheese $5.97 for 750g
Mott's fruitsation sauces 6 pack $1.47 (great deal, usually $3 regular)
Hunt's Snack pack puddings 12 pack $2.47
Cloverleaf skipjack tuna $0.88
Superstore
Tide laundry detergent 9.97, reg 15.97
Haagen Daaz $4.97 for 500ml ( think this would be a splurge, but if you've got a habit to feed . . . )
Bear Paws cookies or crackers $2
Dare Simple pleasures cookies $1.97
Olay, Gilette, Old Spice Zest or Ivory body wash $2.99
Degree antipersperant $1.49
Herbal Essences shampoo $1.99
TreSemme or Head&Shoulders $3.99
Photolab - if you order 100 prints, 10cent prints. I like to save up printing my pics for deals like these. Costco should be having their 12cent print sale (no minimums in Nov I think)
Ziggy's int'l roast beef deli meat $0.97/100g (club pack)
Fall Baking needs - JoAnn will be posting soon about good prices for baking since Christmas is coming, but here are a few this week
flour $5.98 10kg good price
ED smith pie filling $3.97 - JoAnn says noname is just as good and half the price FYI
Whole Almonds $9.98 for 1kg
pecan halves $12.98 for 1kg (maybe not the best deal, but buy sooner than later to ensure you have what you want on hand when you start your baking. I mean, really, don't you all have urges to make candied pecans at random times?)
condensed milk $1.99 - very good, usually $3 a can
mcCain frozen pizza $3.99
PC frozen orange juice $1
GM cheerios $1.98
Here's another tidbit about superstore (and probably most other stores) - just because it's in the ad, does not mean the item is on sale. They will often have items at regular price in the ads. I believe that companies pay big money to have their products placed in these weekly flyers. Know your prices so that you don't get sucked in by a pretty picture ad and then see it at a better price later.
Happy shopping.
L
mostly the same as last week,
Speed Stick & Degree deodorant $1.50
Mini Wheats & Fruit Loops $2.47 for 345-555g box
Purex Laundry detergent 5.57 2.95L (looks like 64 washes)
Sponge Towels $3.88 for 6 rolls
Starfrit lock and lock food storage 50% off
Pampers giant pack $17.97
Crock Pot slow cooker, 5 qt $28
Armstrong cheese $5.97 for 750g
Mott's fruitsation sauces 6 pack $1.47 (great deal, usually $3 regular)
Hunt's Snack pack puddings 12 pack $2.47
Cloverleaf skipjack tuna $0.88
Superstore
Tide laundry detergent 9.97, reg 15.97
Haagen Daaz $4.97 for 500ml ( think this would be a splurge, but if you've got a habit to feed . . . )
Bear Paws cookies or crackers $2
Dare Simple pleasures cookies $1.97
Olay, Gilette, Old Spice Zest or Ivory body wash $2.99
Degree antipersperant $1.49
Herbal Essences shampoo $1.99
TreSemme or Head&Shoulders $3.99
Photolab - if you order 100 prints, 10cent prints. I like to save up printing my pics for deals like these. Costco should be having their 12cent print sale (no minimums in Nov I think)
Ziggy's int'l roast beef deli meat $0.97/100g (club pack)
Fall Baking needs - JoAnn will be posting soon about good prices for baking since Christmas is coming, but here are a few this week
flour $5.98 10kg good price
ED smith pie filling $3.97 - JoAnn says noname is just as good and half the price FYI
Whole Almonds $9.98 for 1kg
pecan halves $12.98 for 1kg (maybe not the best deal, but buy sooner than later to ensure you have what you want on hand when you start your baking. I mean, really, don't you all have urges to make candied pecans at random times?)
condensed milk $1.99 - very good, usually $3 a can
mcCain frozen pizza $3.99
PC frozen orange juice $1
GM cheerios $1.98
Here's another tidbit about superstore (and probably most other stores) - just because it's in the ad, does not mean the item is on sale. They will often have items at regular price in the ads. I believe that companies pay big money to have their products placed in these weekly flyers. Know your prices so that you don't get sucked in by a pretty picture ad and then see it at a better price later.
Happy shopping.
L
G.H.Dawe Pool Grande Re-Opening
Sources have informed me about the re-opening celebration for the Dawe pool this Saturday. This is what I have:
Free BBQ, swimming, activities and prizes. Saturday from 1-5 pm. I think I'll squeeze that in.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Gently Used Kids Clothing Sale
The Turnovers kids clothing sale is in two weeks, Saturday October 2 from 8-12 in Delburne.
It's worth the drive if you need clothing, toys, baby stuff, etc. Great prices. If you plan to go, I suggest that you get there either early or right on time to get the best selection.
It's worth the drive if you need clothing, toys, baby stuff, etc. Great prices. If you plan to go, I suggest that you get there either early or right on time to get the best selection.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Shopping tips
Lianne Kruger just sent me this link to a site that gives tips on seaonal shopping - when to buy those items that you need only once every couple of years. Here's the link:
Thanks Lianne
Friday, September 17, 2010
Some more deals this week
Canadian Tire - if you got their ad, you have a scratch and save thing - it's worth the time to get a free cake since most people have something to buy there.
Palmolive dish soap 295 mL $0.88, no rainchecks
magic eraser $0.88
Safety 1st 3in1 car seat $88.88
one touch can opener $9.99 (1/2 price) - I believe someone was looking for one?
Lots of other good deals, just depends what you need at your house.
Superstore-
PC blade roasts $1.98/lb (I think JoAnn said that was good)
Sunrype 1L juice $0.97+dep
Hunts 12 count pudding snack packs $2.47
Finish dish detergent pack things $8.99
PC granola bars 3/$4.98 or $1.66 each (not sure if you have to but 3)
Activia 8x100g $3.97, reg $6.47
PC Celeb Marg 1.81kg $5.99 (I'd have to compare but I think it's okay)
Maybelline or CG mascara, select varieties $3.99 reg $7.99!
Secret or Right Guard deodorant $1.69, reg $3.49
Mitchum or Old Spice Deodorant $1.99, reg $4.99
Wal-Mart
Diapers (Pampers & Huggies) - $17.97, works out to ~$0.13/diaper, great deal
Christmas is coming - watch for toy sales galore
Alpha Omega 3in1 car seat $94.97
Maybelline Collassal 2pack mascara $6.76 - remember, we're supposed to replace it like every 2 months or something like that
MARS bars 4 pack $1.84 - I'm still addicted!
Marks Work Wearhouse
This Thursday - ladies night, 5pm til closing. Save 20% on everything. No, you don't have to be a lady. You can call to confirm the sale. I believe it applies to your total purchase, sale items included and no mininum.
Palmolive dish soap 295 mL $0.88, no rainchecks
magic eraser $0.88
Safety 1st 3in1 car seat $88.88
one touch can opener $9.99 (1/2 price) - I believe someone was looking for one?
Lots of other good deals, just depends what you need at your house.
Superstore-
PC blade roasts $1.98/lb (I think JoAnn said that was good)
Sunrype 1L juice $0.97+dep
Hunts 12 count pudding snack packs $2.47
Finish dish detergent pack things $8.99
PC granola bars 3/$4.98 or $1.66 each (not sure if you have to but 3)
Activia 8x100g $3.97, reg $6.47
PC Celeb Marg 1.81kg $5.99 (I'd have to compare but I think it's okay)
Maybelline or CG mascara, select varieties $3.99 reg $7.99!
Secret or Right Guard deodorant $1.69, reg $3.49
Mitchum or Old Spice Deodorant $1.99, reg $4.99
Wal-Mart
Diapers (Pampers & Huggies) - $17.97, works out to ~$0.13/diaper, great deal
Christmas is coming - watch for toy sales galore
Alpha Omega 3in1 car seat $94.97
Maybelline Collassal 2pack mascara $6.76 - remember, we're supposed to replace it like every 2 months or something like that
MARS bars 4 pack $1.84 - I'm still addicted!
Marks Work Wearhouse
This Thursday - ladies night, 5pm til closing. Save 20% on everything. No, you don't have to be a lady. You can call to confirm the sale. I believe it applies to your total purchase, sale items included and no mininum.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Fundraiser update
Monday is the last day to purchase tickets to the Spaghetti Dinner at Smitty's. As mentioned last week, it's all you can eat spaghetti (2 sauces, red or white), garlic toast and Ceasar salad. Cost is $20/plate, with almost 50% going to the students. There will be door prizes and a silent auction as well. Travis has the tickets and would be happy to sell them to you. Almost forgot - Saturday, September 25 is the eat-date.
Thanks
sobey's gift cards start in another week.
Collicut passes. All booklets are $25 each and contain 3-12 passes, depending on the age or if they are family passes. It amounts to nearly 50% off the regular price and they never expire. Great for occasional use or gift ideas.
We are also running Tupperware, Everyday Style, and Avon. So, if any of this interests you, we would be happy to accommodate.
Until next week, . . .
JoAnn's Grocery Picks for the Week
I started this at 7:30 this morning and now it's 14 hours later. Someone keeps closing my program.
As Liesel said, check out Walmart, they are having an anniversary sale and there are lots of 50% off items.
Walmart
Armstrong cheese blocks 750g $5.97!! That's only $7.22 for a 908g block. Even better than NoFrills was last week. I'm there!!
Mini-wheats or froot loops $2.47
Pyrex baking dishes with lids 50%off
Corelle open stock dishes 50%off
Meghan - did you get your portable dvd yet? $48.42 if you haven't.
16GB memory stick $19.93
HP all-in-one deskjet printer $38.84
Nintendo Dsi $109 Sure beats last year's price of $200+
Jim and Amy, here's your tuna.
IDA Drugs (Westpark and Mountview) Admiral flaked or chunk 2/$.99
Sobeys
strawberries $1.69/lb Not bad for off season
russet potatoes $2.99/10 lb bag I don't like white potatoes, but the price sure is right
Compliments flour 10lb bag $5.99 As I mentioned a few weeks ago, wheat prices are going to stay high for a while, so this is a good price. I'd stock up if you can afford it.
cantaloupe 2/$3.00
Johnsonville smokies $4.99 BOGO makes them $2.50/pkg
Superstore - free butter basted turkey with $250 purchased. I get one of these every year when they have this offer and they are good turkeys. I haven't purchased a turkey for years.
orchard run McIntosh apples $.66/lb
sugar snap peas 2lb bag $5.98
tomatoes on the vine $.86/lb
Casa Mendosa tortillas (I call them wraps so as not to be confused with taco shells)
Colgate toothpaste 100mL $1.00 This is the best I've seen for a while. What ever happened to $.50/tube???
Post sugar cereal $2.49 (Honeycomb, alpha-bits, etc)
Nestle flavored water $7.99/35 bottles. This is usually $11.89 or around there.
Ivory or Dawn ultra dish detergent $1.49
Jameison vitamin C 500mg $2.79/120's I noticed that all Jamieson vitamins are 55% off at Walmare, so I don't know how that compares.
Ivory bar soap $1.99/10bars
Softsoap liquid refills $2.99/1.65L
All KitchenAid appliances 30% off. Anyone wanting to do some early Christmas shopping? That's only $280 for a stand mixer - $50 mail in rebate. $230!!
Baker's Ssecret bakeware 40% off
Corningware bakeware 40%off
Rubbermaid food storage 20-50% off
NoFrills
boneless pork loin $1.00/lb What's wicked awesome!!!
green or red grapes $1.00/lb
White swan toilet paper 12 double rolls $3.00. That's only $.25/roll. My target is $.50. But I have never used this brand, so buyer beware.
Hunt's Thick and Rich pasta sauce $1.00
McIntosh apples 5lb bag $3.00. That's $.60/lb
baby carrots $2.00/2lb bag
McCain frozen fries 2kg bag $1.00
Blue cod fillets $2.00/400g pkg. Angela, if you read this blog, tell me what blue cod is please. If any of the rest of us land lubbers knows the answer, I'd like to know. I love fish, but before I buy a cart full, I want to know what I'm buying.
If anyone buys rye bread, it's $1.00/loaf. I suspect that's good.
That's all the damage for one week. Except I haven't seen Co-op or Save-on. If there is anything noteworthy, I'll try to let you know.
Grocery Deals - coming
Too busy right now. Will post in the next 24 hours.
For now check your Walmart and Superstore ads.
For now check your Walmart and Superstore ads.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
JoAnn's Grocery Picks for the Week
NoFrills
Black Diamond cheese blocks $5.97/700g block This equals $7.85 for a 900g block. This is an awesome price and if you are wanting to stock up, this is it!!!
Duncan Hines cake mixes $.99
broccoli $.99
plums $.99/lb
cod or sole fillets $4.99/680g
I was out there last week, so if anyone is going this week, I would LOVE it if you would pick up 6 or 8 pkg of cheese. Call me please:) I WILL return the favor.
Co-op
peaches $.99. Not the best price of the season, but not bad
Chez Whiz $5.99/1kg jar Limit of 2
Here are some BOGO items:
Cheese slices $7.98/1kg pkg = $3.99/1kg pkg
Frozen berries $5.98/600g bag = $2.99/600g bag**
granola bars 18-24 bars/box $5.98 = $2.99/box
Instant noodle soups $.32 ea = $.16 ea
Sobeys
Astro yogurt 680g tub $1.00
crusty buns 8's $1.00
pears $1.00/lb
green peppers $1.00/lb
broccoli $1.00
celery $1.00
baby carrots $1.00/lb bag
pork shoulder roast $1.49/lb or $3.29/kg This is not a lean cut, but if roasted, you can drain off the fat after and use it to fry your eggs the next morning.
Superstore this week it's $25 gift card for $250 purchase
cheese blocks $8.88/908g Check the NoFrills price. It's better.
French bread $.88 ea
PC brand Nutella $4.69
lettuce - iceberg $.87 each
gala apples - orchard bin $.76/lb
That about does it for me. Except that Walmart is also selling chocolate milk 4L for the same price as white ($3.87)
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Discovery Toys
I have started a new business and would like to make an annoucement. I am having a Discovery Toys Launch Party for anyone that is available to come, bring a friend too!! It will be at my house on Septmeber 15 at 7:00pm to 9:00pm.
Discovery Toys are educational, fun and for all ages. There will be snacks and children can come or have a night out to visit with friends. Please contact Shaidy at 403-307-4759 if you would like to come, RSVP please.
Hope to see you there, Shaidy :)
Discovery Toys are educational, fun and for all ages. There will be snacks and children can come or have a night out to visit with friends. Please contact Shaidy at 403-307-4759 if you would like to come, RSVP please.
Hope to see you there, Shaidy :)
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Ladies Car Care Clinic
This is a great opportunity for everyone:
Thursday September 16th, 6:30-9:00 pm
FREE car care clinic, hosted by Kelly Williams (female race car driver). Fun and informative clinic, designed for women, covers things like how to check tire pressure, emergency roadside kits, oil and air filters, brakes, etc all in easy-to-understand terms.
Beverages and light snacks.
Call 403-346-2276. Hosted at Wrenchmasters AutoPro 6143-48 Ave. Need to reserve a space.
I went a few years ago and this was very informative and designed for women - you will not feel stupid at all. I encourage all women to go to increase your self-reliance regarding your vehicle.
Did I mention it's free?!
Liesel
Thursday September 16th, 6:30-9:00 pm
FREE car care clinic, hosted by Kelly Williams (female race car driver). Fun and informative clinic, designed for women, covers things like how to check tire pressure, emergency roadside kits, oil and air filters, brakes, etc all in easy-to-understand terms.
Beverages and light snacks.
Call 403-346-2276. Hosted at Wrenchmasters AutoPro 6143-48 Ave. Need to reserve a space.
I went a few years ago and this was very informative and designed for women - you will not feel stupid at all. I encourage all women to go to increase your self-reliance regarding your vehicle.
Did I mention it's free?!
Liesel
Fundraising support - Anyone
Travis is going to Greece this spring with the Design Studies class. (I`m so jealous, especially since they are not even taking parent chaperones!!)
They are organizing several fundraisers. If anyone is interested in any of these, please let me know. Travis and I would be most grateful.
Spaghetti Dinner - All you can eat spaghetti with your choice of tomato or Alfredo sauce, garlic toast and Ceasar salad and beverage. Saturday, October 25. This is the same evening as the RS Broadcast, so I`m thinking that those "poor" husbands left at home could come and eat their hearts out. Tickets are on a pre-sell basis only, so give us a call to get your tickets. There will be door prizes to be won as well.
Sobeys Gift Cards - These are used either by yourself to pay for groceries or to use as gifts for family or friends. Also, they would make very nice Christmas gifts for employees or valued customers. They are available in denominations of $25, $50, or $100. The cost to you is no more than the face value of the card. IE If you want a $50 gift card, you pay $50. Sobeys rebates back to the student a percentage of the total sales. That is how the student makes their money. You are not out any money and if you already shop at Sobeys, then it`s a win - win. We will be running this in the next few weeks and will continue through December for those looking to purchase for Christmas gifts.
Collicut Passes - I do not have the details, but the basic premise is if you do not buy monthly passes because you visit the Collicut on an occasional basis, you can save nearly 50%!! There are single or family passes available and good news - the Collicut does not restrict the definition of a family. So our large families are not penalized. I will have prices within the week.
Tupperware - With Michele out of the business, you may not have replaced your consultant. If you want any tupperware in the next month, I can get you a catalogue. Travis will receive a percentage of the sales.
On another note, Candace, is selling SUTP (as is almost every other student) for credits toward her choir fees. She has joined the famed LTCHS choir and they have a variety of fundraisers, this being one of them. The books are $20 again this year and have some very useful coupons. She also has access to Calgary and Edmonton books if you have family or friends who live in these cities. So if you have not already been bombarded by your own kids wanting to sell the books, let us know.
I have no idea how many people read this blog, so even if these fundraisers don`t"float your boat", perhaps you know someone who may be interested. I will take the opportunity to thank you now for supporting my kids in their endeavors. I realize this is an expensive time of year, so we truly thank you.
If you need to contact me, you can either send me an email joannlynn"telus.net( the text is not cooperating, so the "at"symbol is registering as a quotation mark. Hopefully you are smarter than I can read this email address) or call 403 346 8328.
Monday, September 6, 2010
Math Tips
Here's a math trick for the nine times tables, if you don't already know it. Say you have the question 9 x 3. With all fingers on both hands up, count 3 fingers from the left and put down the 3rd finger (it would be the left hand middle finger) Now you have 2 fingers up on the left side and 7 fingers up after the split so the answer is 27.
Try another one - 9 x 6 , from the left count over to 6 fingers and put it down (it would be the right hand thumb) now you have 5 fingers on the left hand up and 4 fingers after the split, so the answer is 54.
If it doesn't quite make sense ask me or one of my girls and they can show you. Hope that helps someone!!
Luella
Try another one - 9 x 6 , from the left count over to 6 fingers and put it down (it would be the right hand thumb) now you have 5 fingers on the left hand up and 4 fingers after the split, so the answer is 54.
If it doesn't quite make sense ask me or one of my girls and they can show you. Hope that helps someone!!
Luella
Photos
I plan on uploading whatever photos I have onto the blog of Church activities (such as the Ward Campout). If you want to share photos you've taken at the activities, email them to me at devillicious14@hotmail.com and I'll be sure to include them.
Recipes
Have any recipes you want to share? Post them here! If you have any problems posting them or if you want to become an author of this blog, email me at devillicious14@hotmail.com and I'll help you out. Or, if you'd rather, you can send me the recipes and I'll post them up. Make sure you use the same method as I did and post the ingredients single lined.
Like this:
1 cup sugar
½ cup butter
And NOT like this:
1 cup sugar ½ cup butter
Makes things easier for me ;)
Like this:
1 cup sugar
½ cup butter
And NOT like this:
1 cup sugar ½ cup butter
Makes things easier for me ;)
Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookie Recipe
Another healthy and yummy recipe submitted by Allison. Enjoy!
Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
Preheat oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Baking sheets, greased.
Ingredients:
1 cup pumpkin, canned or fresh, baked and mashed
½ cup butter or margarine
2 egg whites whipped
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp allspice
3 cups quick rolled oats (not instant)
1 cup raisins
1. In a large bowl, cream butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in pumpkin and whipped egg whites.
2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, rolled oats and raisins.
3. Mix ingredients together until moistened.
4. Drop by tablespoons on to a prepared baking sheet about two inches apart. Flatten with a moistened fork or the bottom of a glass before baking. Bake in preheated oven for about 15 minutes. Allow cookies to cool on wire racks.
Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
Preheat oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Baking sheets, greased.
Ingredients:
1 cup pumpkin, canned or fresh, baked and mashed
½ cup butter or margarine
2 egg whites whipped
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp allspice
3 cups quick rolled oats (not instant)
1 cup raisins
1. In a large bowl, cream butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in pumpkin and whipped egg whites.
2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, rolled oats and raisins.
3. Mix ingredients together until moistened.
4. Drop by tablespoons on to a prepared baking sheet about two inches apart. Flatten with a moistened fork or the bottom of a glass before baking. Bake in preheated oven for about 15 minutes. Allow cookies to cool on wire racks.
Carrot Cookie Recipe
Here's a yummy recipe for healthy carrot cookies. Submitted by Allison Williams.
Carrot Cookies
Preheat oven to 400ºF (220ºC). Baking sheets, ungreased.
Ingredients:
½ cup butter or margarine
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 cup finely shredded carrots (about 2 medium)
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp ground nutmeg
½ tsp salt
1. In a large bowl, cream together butter with sugar until light and fluffy (use an electric mixer, if desired). Beat in egg and carrots.
2. In another bowl, combine flours, cinnamon, baking powder, nutmeg and salt. Gradually stir into creamed mixture, blending well after each addition.
3. Drop cookies on baking sheet; press down with a moistened fork. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes or until cookies are golden and crisp. Allow cookies to cool on wire racks. Makes about 45 cookies.
Carrot Cookies
Preheat oven to 400ºF (220ºC). Baking sheets, ungreased.
Ingredients:
½ cup butter or margarine
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 cup finely shredded carrots (about 2 medium)
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp ground nutmeg
½ tsp salt
1. In a large bowl, cream together butter with sugar until light and fluffy (use an electric mixer, if desired). Beat in egg and carrots.
2. In another bowl, combine flours, cinnamon, baking powder, nutmeg and salt. Gradually stir into creamed mixture, blending well after each addition.
3. Drop cookies on baking sheet; press down with a moistened fork. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes or until cookies are golden and crisp. Allow cookies to cool on wire racks. Makes about 45 cookies.
Thursday, September 2, 2010
JoAnn's Grocery Picks for the Week
I'm getting an early start this week. I must point out that both Sobeys and Superstore flyers begin on Fridays now, not Saturdays. This adds to Canadian Tire and Zellers which have always begun on Fridays.
Superstore This week they are featuring 2 "deals"
1. spend $250 and get a Rubbermaid container set free (valaue $29.99)
2. Saturday and Sunday save double the GST on all purchases
So, I'll list some of the electronics that are featured. Just in case you want to take advantage of the double GST savings.
Wii console $149.99
Sony Bravia 46" LCD tv $999.99
Sony progressive scan DVD $44.99
Garmin 255W GPS $159.99
Sony cybershot 14mp camera $149.99 (red, black or silver only)
Of course any other non-food purchases will also be reduced by double the GST (10%)
Roseart pencil crayons 24 pk $.79
Down under shampoo or conditioner 1L bottle $2.50
Cottonelle toilet paper (the soft stuff) $5.97/12 double rolls
Dial body wash $3.00
Lean hamburger $1.78/lb or $3.92/kg
NN frozen entrees $.80
NN perogies $2.88/2kg bag
Kaiser buns $1.89/doz
PC crisp thins crackers $1.25/box
NN soda crackers $1.50/box
Neilson yogurts 3/$1.00
grapes, red or green $.96/lb
peaches $.77/lb again this week
pears $.98/lb
whole mushrooms $1.99/lb pkg
zucchini $.78/lb
broccoli $.96 ea
NoFrills
Delissio pizza $3.47 (I think this is the kind you like Liesel)
Eye of round roast $1.77/lb or $3.90/kg This will redeem myself from the great faux pas from last week. I put in the sirloin tip roast at Save-on from an expired flyer. But this is $.22 cheaper and a better cut. So, I hope I'm back in the good books. Thanks NoFrills.
Schneiders sausage, beef burgers and a few other packaged meats 400-450g $1.67. I'm not familiar with these products, but at $.40/100g it's worth investigating.
Huggies Mega diapers (40-84's) $9.97 Is this a good price? I'm a bit out of touch these days.
Body Wash (Olay, Ivory, Gillette and Old Spice) $2.97
Some items carried over from last week:
Fresh chicken breast $2.36/lb or $5.20/kg This is a bit more than my target price, but if you are running low, you can get some to tie you over till a better price comes along.
PC chicken strips or nuggets $9.49/2kg box
frozen wild salmon fillets $3.77/lb
Campbell's ready to eat soups $.94 each
Wonder buns $.95/doz
Kellogg's cereals $2.47
Nestle water 24pk $1.97
Kraft spreadable cream cheese $2.79
Unico Pasta $.94 each
Blueberries $1.17/pint
Fanta, A&W root beer, Crush pop 2L $.95
Sobeys Tuesday's 15% discount days. I'll list the flyer price and then Tuesday's price with 15%
grapes, red, green or black $.99/lb $.84/lb
unsliced bread 4pk $3.99 $3.39 or $.85/loaf
pork ribs $1.99/lb $1.69/lb
Bulk wieners - regular or BBQ $1.69/lb $1.43/lb (that's $.32/100g)
Imperial Marg 3lb tub or squares $2.99 $2.54 So if you didn't stock up when it was $2.99 at NoFrills, here's an even better chance
Colgate 2/$3.00 2/$2.55 That's $1.27 each 75-130 mL tube
Oops. I just found a better price for colgate. $.99 at Zellers (but according to the flyer, only the 75 mL tubes)
Don't forget to get milk, and eggs while on your Tuesday trip and capitalize on your savings.
Zellers
Jim and Amy, tuna (truly brand) $.69 Getting better.
Purex 30-50 rolls $9.99 Friday and Saturday only
Canned Mushrooms $.50/can Friday and Sat. only
Mr. Doudas par boiled or chinese rice 8 kg bag $5.99. I am not familiar with this particular brand, but it is a good price. I usually buy the 18 kg bag for $26. The above price would be only $13.50 for an 18 kg bag. Friday and Sat only.
Canadian Tire
46 piece plastic storage $9.99 (reg $24.99) Skip trying to purchase $250 at Superstore. This looks just as good and has more pieces.
Need new cookware? KitchenAid 10 piece set, with bonus frying pan. $118.79 (70% off)
I'm going to try the solar light set - Stainless steel 10 pk for $29.99 (reg $89.99) I'll let you know what I think.
Need a second freezer, or just in the market for your first? This Danby 7 cu. ft. chest freezer is a decent price at $249.99
How about a 2-in-1 car seat? 22-80 lbs. Converts to a booster seat. Reg $159.99 $99.96
garbage bags $1.97/box of 40 Saturday only
Glad zip lock sandwich bags $.99 Saturday only
Anyone used an Infinity vacuum? Is it made by Dyson? It looks like it has the same cyclone set-up. I'd like a "true consumer report" if anyone has one to share.
Purex toilet paper 24 single rolls $4.99. I do believe this is the same equivalent as the big pkg at Zellers. Pretty close anyway.
I don't have the rest of the flyers yet, so I'll try to get them posted soon.
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