Fall is fully here and this time of year can start to get really busy. I’ve got my usual month of meal ideas for you, including lots of soups and other fall inspired recipes. This October 2025 monthly meal plan will make your life easier as you plan meals!
Southern Savers FREE October 2025 Monthly Meal Plan
I am planning frozen pizza and takeout pizza for a few busy Fridays, and I’m also going to be trying a few new recipes—maple glazed salmon, anyone?
Download the October 2025 monthly meal plan here!
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Plus, Prime members get FREE shipping on all orders.
These jeans have tons of five-star reviews and you can choose between 12 colors!
This deal is good for a limited time. Shipping is FREE on orders $35+ and for Prime members.
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This week we are going to talk finances, and it’s something everyone needs to hear right now (no sticking your head in the sand and just hoping it’s going to work out).
It only takes one or two extra bills to derail the budget and put us underwater. Let’s get back in control and try to make all the ends meet!
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The Boo! Books are back! Head over to Wendy’s to get a Boo! Book coupon book that has (5) coupons inside for FREE Jr. Frosties.
Plus, it comes with a coupon for a $1.99 kids’ meal.
To get this deal, buy the $1 Wendy’s Coupon Book and the proceeds will go towards the Dave Thomas Foundation. This is a great way to get some fun treats plus it benefits a fun organization too.
Offer valid for a limited time.
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Head to Walmart to get a sweet clearance price on this Better Homes & Gardens Galvanized Steel Serving Tray! Grab it for just $9 – regularly $22.68!
Suitable for serving snacks and drinks, as a decorative coffee table tray, or for breakfast in bed. Plus, the legs fold for easy storage!
This tray has great reviews as well.
This deal is good for a limited time. Shipping is free on orders $35+ or for Walmart+ members.
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Host a paint party!
Right now at Amazon, get this Artkey 8×10 canvas 12-pack for just $10.99. This makes the canvases just 92¢ each!
Even better, they also have paint sets on sale. This is great for crafts, to create personal home decor or an activity at a party!
Get the Deal:
Artkey Canvases for Painting 8×10 Inch 12-Pack $10.99 (reg. $15.99)
Artkey Acrylic Paint Set Bottles – 24 colors $16.99 (reg. $19.95)
– Clip digital coupon on item page
Makes it $15.29
Artkey Acrylic Paint Set Tubes – 24 Colors $9.99
This deal is good for a limited time. Shipping is free for Prime or on orders $35 and up.
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Here are some Publix meal plans ideas that are based on the sales starting on 10/1! Make burritos, turkey meatballs, and more.
Look through the Publix weekly ad to see all the current deals.
Note: All images used are from the original recipe creators.
Publix Meal Plans:
photo via closetcooking.com
Spinach and Feta Baked Chicken
Rice
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Publix – Springer Mountain Farms Chicken Breast, Boneless, B1G1 at $6.99 ($3.49) lb
-$1.50 off Springer Mountain Farms Product (sign up) printable - Publix – Fresh Express Salads, Spring Mix, Arugula, Half & Half, Hearty Harvest or Baby Spinach, 5 oz, B1G1 at $4.09 ($2.04)
- Publix – Athenos Crumbled Feta Cheese or Chunk, 3.5-8 oz, B1G1 at $5.99 ($2.99)
- Publix – Tillamook Shredded Cheese or Cheese Snacks, Slices or Chunk, 6-8 oz, B1G1 at $5.19 ($2.59)
- Publix – Super Lucky Elephant Jasmine Rice, 5 lb, B1G1 at $8.85 ($4.42)
photo via southyourmouth.com
Smothered Beef & Bean Burrito Bake
the on-sale queso dip would be really good on this!
- Publix – Ground Sirloin 3 lb+, $7.99 lb
- Publix – Old El Paso Fajita Dinner Kit or Taco, Enchilada, Soft Taco Bake or Burrito 8.4-14 oz or Refried Beans, 16 oz, B1G1 at $5.99 ($2.99)
-.25/1 Old El Paso Taco Shells or Tortillas, select, limit 5, Ibotta mobile app
-$2/2 Old El Paso (1) Dinner Kit, Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl Kit, Birria Taco Kit, or Stacked Queso Crunch Kit and (1) Coca-Cola® 1.25L Bottled Soft Drink, Publix eCoupon - Publix – Tillamook Shredded Cheese or Cheese Snacks, Slices or Chunk, 6-8 oz, B1G1 at $5.19 ($2.59)
- Publix – Pancho’s Queso Dip, White, Original or Hatch Chile, 16 oz, B1G1 at $6.29 ($3.14)
- Publix – La Banderita Carb Counter Flour Tortillas or Lean Tortillas or Whole Wheat Tortilla Wraps, 7.9-13.76 oz, B1G1 at $6.19 ($3.09)
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Deal Ideas:
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– Use code VJMTZL72 at checkout
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Plant Stand Indoor with Grow Light $89.67
– Use code VJMTZL72 at checkout
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Indoor Plant Stand with Grow Lights $69.79
– Clip the coupon on the item page
Makes it $48.85 shipped
This deal is good for a limited time. Shipping is FREE.
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It’s National Coffee Day, which makes it super appropriate that Staples is offering up to $40 in K-Cups free after rewards thru 10/4!
Simply log into your Staples rewards account and apply the offer to your account. Note that this offer is valid in-store only.
Head to your local store, grab some K-Cups, and get back 100% in rewards credited to your account. Use it on your next purchase!
Check out where you can grab a free coffee around town today!
