Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Homemade Hummus always tastes better and so does saving on crackers with Pepperidge Farms Coupons.

I love grocery printable coupons. I’d say most of the coupons I use are for food. We eat three square meals a day, mostly all homemade, and that translates into a lot of food. To avoid sticker shock when I go to the grocery store, I always use coupons. Some of my favorite coupons to use right now are Pepperidge Farms Coupons. When the Pepperidge Farms crackers and cookies are already on sale, I can really stock up on the things I need. 

I used to love it when I could find Athenos Hummus on sale, but then I found out how easy it is to make. I never buy ready made hummus anymore. In fact, when I taste it, I realize I prefer my homemade stuff.

Here’s a quick recipe for one of my favorite things to eat with crackers. It’s super cheap too, basically the cost of a can of beans and of course the Pepperidge Farms crackers, but you can use Pepperidge Farms Coupons for that.

Homemade Hummus

1 can garbanzo beans
2 T tahini
2 T lime juice
¼ t cumin
½ red pepper flakes
½ t salt
2+ T olive oil

Dump everything into a food processor and whirl until smooth. If necessary add a bit water if too thick. I’ve found that with Hummus the best way to get the perfect mix, is to taste it. Some days I’m like more lime, other days I’d like to make it a little more spicy, and then I add a tad more pepper flakes.

We all seem to be a little low on cash these days, but we still like to get together with friends and go to parties. I’ve found that a good and inexpensive way to bring a nice appetizer is bring hummus and crackers. As long as I remember to use free Pepperidge Farms Coupons, I can impress my fellow guests for less than three bucks.

Sunday, March 13, 2011

A Minimalist's Guide to Shampoo & Shopping


I love to shop, but I hate to buy unnecessary things. Thus, I have to choose the things I buy carefully. I don’t like clutter in any form. I read the paper online so I don’t have to deal with papers lying around the house. I limit the number of shoes my kids get, so I don’t have to worry about tripping over stuff. I can’t stand having extra spoons in the kitchen drawers or extra bottles of shampoo and soap in the shower. I am a minimalist who likes to shop. It is a bit of an oxy moron, but I’ve made it work.
In my shower I only allow one brand of shampoo and conditioner. I use Pantene Coupons to get those products and that’s it.
Same with the vanity. I use Pantene Coupons to get one bottle of hairspray and one thing of gel. That’s it.
I use Pantene Coupons so I still have fun with the thrill of the hunt. First I look online for the printable Coupons and then I go shopping for the best deals on the things I really need.
I love good-quality things, and shopping with Pantene Coupons and other In Store Printable Coupons helps me get the brands I want and trust, and the prices I can afford. I’ve found if I get the products I really want, I’m happier in the end.
I love Pantene, it is just one example. I like the brand because it makes my hair silky and luxurious, and the Pantene Coupons make the price lovely too.