Meal Prep with Stockpile

The number one rule of couponing is to Buy what you Use, Use What you Buy. It’s easy to convince yourself when a can of bean is only $.17 that you will use it. But then you get home and the can starts to collect dust. Try the kitchen table approach to meal planning. Divide your table up into sections. Then gather all the items you have collecting dust in your stockpile. Let’s say, Stewed tomatoes is in your dusty pile. Place two cans together and look them over. Is there anything else you have that will help to make a meal? A box of flavored rice? Maybe some noodles? Now add those items together. Your meal is starting to form.

The difference is that once you bring the cans OUT of the stockpile shelves and place them in the kitchen, you will be more likely to whip up a meal. You can also see what you need to be using this week, and what needs to be on your shopping list. For example, If I had 2 cans of tomatoes, and a box of flavored rice, I would be looking for a fresh green pepper, and some spicy sausage to mix into the dish. Now I know what is on my list when I go shopping. Next step is to look for a Johnsonville brat or sausage coupon, and a produce rebate. If I had tried to buy every items for each meal this week with coupons I would get overwhelmed. But just gathering a few is easy to handle. Always keep restocking your stockpile.

Last year I picked up lots of Ken’s salad dressing. In my Jan inventory, I found that I actually created reasons to use the free items. Now the replacement is on my HOT list. I’m on the lookout because I know it’s an item that saved me money last year. Your HOT list should be part of your hunting each week. This will help you to reduce your overall grocery list, and keep your stockpile saving you money.


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Lynn’s Coupons and Refunding Service Put COUNTY MARKET FREE SHIPPING in check out for free shipping on your first order. This offer must be for a purchase greater than $5, and can not be combined with any other offer. She provides newspaper, non newspaper, coupons and rebate forms.
Kuntry Klippers This service specializes in newspaper coupons. Their fees vary but are between 10% and 15% of face value. They also run specials on products. They ship a bit slower, allow for 3-4 days in Illinois. All coupons are sold in sets of 20 like coupons. County Market shoppers also get Free Shipping with “First Time County Market” in check out box.

Coupons by Dede This site sells full inserts, and clipped coupons. All of these coupons are newspaper coupons. The price is generally 15% of the face value of the coupon. You can buy 1 coupon, or 100 coupons. Shipping from this site is fairly fast. Very reliable service. She will run “Specials” on coupons when they get within 10 days of expiration.

The Coupon Clippers is the largest clipping service in the country. They provide newspaper, non newspaper, coupons and rebate forms. They have good service, and a large selection. Being the largest, the hottest coupons disappear fast. However, they do get LOTS of coupons.

The Coupon Master has a mix of newspaper and non newspaper coupons. They ship quickly. Their handling fees are 10%-12% of face value. Shipping is quick, usually arrives in 3 days. They do carry rebate forms on the site.

All internet coupon print limits are subjective. At the time of this email coupons were available for print. If the daily or weekly print limit has been reached, the coupon will be automatically pulled from the websites. You can try to print again tomorrow. All coupons listed are not available in our stores. We list them so you can order or find them to save you money. Check with clipping services, trade boards, or ebay to find coupons not in your store. It is our intent to help you find as many savings opportunities as possible. Enjoy!