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Coupon Abbreviations
  • SC = Store Coupon
  • MC = Manufacturer Coupon
  • SS = Smart Source
  • RMN = Retail Me Not
  • PG = Proctor and Gamble
Coupon Terms
  • WYB = When You Buy
  • B1G1 = Buy One Get One Free
  • .75/1 = 75 cents off one item
  • .75/3 = 75 cents off three items
  • EXP = Expiration Date

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Whether you are eating from your pantry this coming week, or needing to grab some groceries here are some easy frugal dinner ideas to get you through another week of cooking.

All of the recipes are things you should have on hand or they are on sale this week at various stores.  Click the links to see current sales on those items using the item search.

Jambalaya with Green Peas – Recipe

Zatarain’s New Orleans Style Mix 5.2-8 oz., $1
Sausage 14-16 oz., $1.99-$3.99
Large White Shrimp $5.99 lb.
Green Giant Valley Fresh Steamers Vegetables 11-12 oz., 99¢

Slow Cooker Tender Roast and Veggies – Recipe

Sirloin Tip Roast $2.99-$3.99 lb.
Idaho Potatoes 5 lb. bag $2.50
Publix Whole or Sliced Mushrooms 8 oz., $1.50
Add any carrots, celery or other root veggies to stretch

Homemade Ham and Pineapple Pizza – Recipe

Pillsbury Rolls, Breadsticks, French Loaf, or Pizza Crust 8-13.9 oz., $1.66
Extra Thin Sliced Lunch Meats 9 oz., $3
Del Monte Golden Ripe Pineapple $2.99
Shredded Cheese, 8 oz, $2.24

Pear, Feta and Lettuce Salad – Recipe

Bartlett Pears $1.49 lb.
Fresh Express Salad Blends 4.5-12 oz. $1.99
Feta Cheese (recently bogo)
option: add grilled shrimp if you have any left from Jambayla

Barbeque Dinner – Recipe

Pork Shoulder Country Style Ribs $1.99-$3.49 lb.
BBQ Sauce – 49¢ to 99¢
Potatoes (use the rest of the bag bought for the roast)
Green Giant Valley Fresh Steamers Vegetables 11-12 oz., 99¢

Do you have a Menu Plan this week?

Pineapple Pizza and More Frugal Dinner Ideas