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Grocery Cart~ $150.08

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, December 3, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I did not take pictures of my food because I didn't think I would have my computer fixed. I also did a "no-no", in my book. I only went to walmart. I've had quite a week. The total is not just food. I bought Christmas crafts, batteries, medicine, etc...
Hopefully, I will do much better next week.
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Grocery cart ~ $123.39

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, October 30, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

tea bags $2.58
mustard $1.50
formula $14.88
mayo $2.82
baby food $.58
baby food $.58
dish detergent $.97
pizza crusts $1.66
cheese dip $4.34
pizza crusts $1.66
turkey $3.00
ham $3.00
bread $1.00
TP $5.97
gum $.96
bread $1.00
TOTAL $50.22

ALDI :

ramen soup $1.79
moz cheese $3.19
moz cheese $3.19
pizza $2.29
pizza $2.29
tomatoes $1.99
chicken $2.99
apples $1.49
mont jack cheese $2.49
apples $1.49
baggies $1.95
bacon 43.49
lettuce $.99
salad $.99
taco shells $.99
taco shells $.99
bacon $3.49
bacon $3.49
diced tomatoes $.49...
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Grocery Cart ~ $73.25

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 22, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

formula $14.88
turkey $4.98
salsa $3.48
cheese dip $4.34
TOTAL $29.83

Aldi:

chicken $5.99
garlic toast $1.64
meatballs $1.99
salad $.99
meatballs $1.99
milk $2.19
eggs $.69
eggs $.69
eggs $.69
bananas $.90
bananas $.87
crescents $1.39
beef hot dogs $1.99
bacon $3.49
potatoes $2.99
green beans $.49
dish detergent $2.49
green beans $.49
corn $.89
rice $1.39
chips $1.69
chips $1.69
chips $1.69
croutons $.95
TOTAL $43.42

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Grocery Cart $87.84

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 15, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

To get my grocery bill lower I concentrated on the basics. I will write about how to buy the essentials and what meals I can make from it in a later post.

Wal-mart:

formula $14.88
crackers $2.98
turkey $4.98
cheese $2.50
yogurt $1.96
creamer $1.67
baby cereal $1.44
TOTAL $32.77

Aldi:

gum $.79
grapes $1.98
mac and cheese $.35
mac and cheese $.35
mac and cheese $.35
salad $.40
cream of mush soup $.69
milk $2.19
bananas $.79
mush soup $.69
peppers $2.19
juice bars $.75
cornmeal $2.29
eggs $.69
elbow mac $1.49
coffee $2.7...
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Grocery cart $120.86

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 8, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

bread $1.48
bread $1.48
bread $.98
hoagies $2.78
donuts $1.64
candy $.56
cereal $2.28
cereal $5.42
cereal $5.42
rotini $1.00
veg-all $1.74
veg all $1.74
veg all $1.74
hot cocoa $2.16
baby cereal $2.32
formula $14.88
seasoning $.53
candy $.56
hummus $2.98
turkey $4.98
TP $5.97
TOTAL $70.84

ALDI:

bananas $1.16
bananas $.92
oatmeal $1.49
milk $2.19
milk $2.19
potatoes $1.99
whole chicken $4.39
grapes $2.98
ground turkey 41.39
bacon $3.49
salad $.99
cake mix $.95
tuna $.52
cheese $1.79
eggs $.89
eggs $.89
green beans $.49
green...
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Grocery Cart ~ $145.49

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 1, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I haven't been watching my spending lately. We have been dirt biking on the weekend which requires picnic foods. And I have just bought junk. really, no excuses....
I have no pictures this week, either. I have just been so busy. I am a stay at home mom that never gets to stay at home. And I am running out the door in a minute!

I was still under our budgeted amount of $150.00, which is great for our family of 8. But, I am still disappointed because my goal is still $75- $100. It's just too hard...
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Grocery Cart~ $111.23

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, September 24, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

Cereal $5.42
cereal $3.78
ranch $3.48
granola bars $3.38
formula $ 14.88
baby cereal $2.32
ring pop $.56
spaghetti $1.67
turkey $4.98
TOTAL$43.61

Aldi:

potatoes $2.99
grapes $2.98
apples $2.99
apples $2.99
oranges $2.99
hot gods $.75
oranges $2.99 (* I was charged for another one, but I only got one!!! ugh!)
salad $.49
salad $.49
trach bags $6.49
milk $2.19
bananas $.96
baggies $1.95
spag sauce $1.19
spag sauce $1.19
paper plates $1.99
buns $.79
green beans $.49
green beans $.49
cookies $.99
cookies $.99
buns $.79
de...
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Grocery Cart for our family of 8 ~ $109.18!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Thursday, September 9, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

(Picture does not include cold stuff~ I had to hurry to eat lunch with my boys at school! I took these pictures when I got home)
baby cereal $2.32
formula $14.88
fruit bowls $1.68
ben 10 figure $6.88( I know, not a food, but a good treat)
cereal $1.88
cheez its $4.28(* I was OVERCHARGED!!)
cereal $4.12
tea $2.58
applesauce $1.38
bread $1.98
bread $1.48
ham $3.00
gogurt $2.25
TOTAL $52.59

ALDI:

(Picture does not include cold stuff~ I had to hurry to eat lunch with my boys at school)
milk $2.19
milk $2.1...
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Grocery Cart $126.57 (includes baby formula!)

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, September 4, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Confession: This is summer I did not stay within my Goal of $75-$100. I barely stayed within our budget of $150.00 sometimes. We usually had about 2 extra teenage boys with us everyday. If you have a teenage boy or have heard stories, then you will know why I wasn't able to stay with in my goals!

Kroger:

*Not pictured: water and two more Switch drinks
$7.53

Walmart:

*2 cans of formula...and No, I'm not on a slim fast diet. I don't "diet". I eat healthy, well, most days. I had a great coupon with a...
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Grocery Cart~ $138.92

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, July 9, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I did not take pictures. It is so hot here, that by the time I get home I really need to put cold stuff up quickly. Thanks to my boys and a their friends, they help me get everything in the house.

Walmart:
bread $1.28
bread $1.28
bread $1.58
diapers* $7.47 (after coupon)
cereal $5.26
turkey $5.98
creamer $1.67
brownie mix $.75
water balloons $1.00
cinnamon $2.05
cereal $2.28
candle $5.00
formula $14.88
TOTAL: $54.72

ALDI:
potatoes $2.89
oranges $2.99
carrots $.99
grapes $2.98
bananas $1.02
eggs (3/$.89) $2.67
banan...
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Grocery Cart ~ about $84.19

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, July 2, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I'm not sure abut the total because I lost the Walmart receipt. Shopping with 7 boys (Ryan's best friends Mathew was with us, too), I'm surprised that's ALL I lost! But I do remember the approximate total.

Walmart:

approx. TOTAL~ $37.00

ALDI:

potatoes $2.89
beef $2.29
chips $.99
strawberries $.99
strawberries $.99
strawberries $.99
blueberries $.99
blueberries $.99
eggs $.79
eggs $.79
milk $2.09
bratwurst $2.29
crescents $1.49
whipped topping $.85
chicken drumsticks $2.39
hot dogs $.75
bacon $2.69
crescents $1.4...
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Grocery Cart: $163.15

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, June 25, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I have to come to terms with the fact that my bill will be higher in the summer time. Or it could just be because I am stocking up on junk. Okay, no more excuses! I spent way too much! I bought a lot of snacks for camping and picnics. And just to make it plain easy on me.

Sorry!

I'm not being a very good example! I'm sure you'll forgive me!

I also did not take pictures again. It is HOT here! By the time I make it home everything is just about completely melted! And I forgot to take a big enoug...
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Grocery Cart $141.87.. OH MY!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, June 18, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I did not do great at my goal of $75-$100 a week. I have been doing great lately, though! I hate excuses, but here are my excuses:
1. Luke's birthday party
2. Snacks for boys. They are going to spend a week in MO with my parents.
3. I only went to one store.
4. I didn't go to Aldi

Walmart:

watermelon $3.50
bread $1.96
bread $1.96
bread $1.48
apples $3.77
donuts $2.50
oranges $3.88
bacon $3.48
bacon $3.48
donuts $2.32
grapes $3.04
batteries $4.08
ice cream $5.50
chicken $6.48
goldfish $6.94
cereal $5.26
cereal...
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Grocery Cart~ $118.14

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, June 11, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I only went to walmart this week. I have been teaching VBS and was too tired to make an extra trip to Aldi this week. I spent a little more extra than I would have, but maybe I saved that in gas! I also have no picture, because again, I was too tired and in a hurry.

Walmart:
bread $1.48
bread $1.96
bread $1.58
chips $2.50
cereal $3.66
cereal $4.42
cereal $3.52
candy $.50
candy $.50
grapes $3.35
apples $3.32
honeu buns $1.00
tea $1.98
dish sticks $3.76
fish fillets $3.98
cake $.88
brownie mix $.75
frosting $1.26...
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Grocery Cart ~ $98.79

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, June 4, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Aldi:

strawberries(4) $3.96
apples $2.99
squash $.99
mushrooms $1.49
baking potatoes $1.99
watermelon $3.99
pizza $.99
pizza $.99
breakfast skillet $2.99
meatballs $1.99
raisin bran $1.59
cereal $1.89
sausage $1.99
sausage $1.99
ice cream $1.99
bacon (3) $5.97
oatmeal $1.49
cereal $1.49
cheese $1.79
chicken tenders $4.99
cheese $1.79
croutons $.95
skittles $2.25
gum $.79
salad $.99
pasta $1.09
pasta $1.09
bread $1.29
rice $1.49
deodorant $1.89
eggs (3) $2.67
paper plates $2.29
biscuits $.38
diced tomatoes $.55
butter $1..89
dic...
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Grocery Cart ~ $102.84

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, May 28, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Aldi:

chkn nuggets $3.99
salmon $3.69
pizza $.99
salmon $3.69
pizza $.99
pizza $.99
ckn breast $5.49
ice cream cones $.89
blueberries $1.99
ice cream $4.99
celery $1.19
tomatoes $2.49
lettuce $.99
bananas $1.04
eggs $.89
taco mix $.35
apples $2.99
popsicles $2.39
bread $.79
salad $.99
bacon $1.99
bacon $1.99
saltines $.85
tomato sauce $.25
green beans $.49
taco shells $.99
cereal $1.49
cereal $1.59
green beans $.49
tom sauce $.25
green beans $.49
milk $2.09
sugar $2.09
milk $2.09
sugar $2.09
honey $3.99
swiss rolls $.99
crackers...
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Grocery cart~ $69.72

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, May 21, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

cheez its $3.00
cereal $3.18
ring pop $.56
crackers $2.68
egg noodles $1.48
skittles $.50
chips $2.00
chips $2.00
chips $2.00
cereal $2.98
cereal $2.50
pop tart $1.86
granola bars $2.98
juice $1.50
batteries $5.97
salsa $2.28
apples $2.11
something* $3.00
almond joy $1.00
body wash $1.93
salsa $2.28
cheese $3.26
milk $2.28
choc milk $2.24
starwberries(2) $ 5.00
twix $1.00
oranges $3.00
TOTAl$69.72

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Grocery Cart ~ $92.80

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, May 14, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I do not have pictures again this week. I was in a hurry when I got home with the groceries. I spent $81.80 at Walmart. Then I went to Kroger. I had a few coupons plus their $4.00 off when you buy any 4 participating products. So I spent $11.00 at Kroger. Still under my $100.00 goal!!

Now, the baby is fussing in my lap, so I will not be doing the itemized list. Hope you understand

Blessings~

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Grocery Cart $ 100.64

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, May 7, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I know I said on Facebook that I wasn't going anywhere... But, I convinced my husband to let me.(He has been taking care of me since my c-section and will not let me drive or pick up heavy things). The poor guy has been so stressed about work. We had a meeting at school for one of our children for APEX. If my hubby, went to that for me, it would have made him late for work. Even more stress. So, I basically begged to go. I need out of the house !! Realxing is not in my vocabulary!

Also, my lis...
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Grocery Cart ~ $ 71.97 plus gifts

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, April 23, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I only spent $71.97 out of our money to buy groceries at Aldi. But, I did receive 2 gift cards to Kroger from our church that equalled $100.00! And what a blessing that was. A grocery gift card is one of the best gift cards you could give my family! I do not normally shop at Kroger, unless I can get good deals with coupons on things we like. But5, I went to Kroger and bought things I normally couldn't buy at Aldi, yet will help finish out my meal planning for the next few weeks.. I did not ta...
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Grocery Cart ~ $83.68 (w/ gift cards)

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, April 16, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

There were some really good deals at Aldi this week!!

Strawberries~ $.99
Milk 2%~ $2.09
Eggs~ $.79
Baking Potatoes ~ $.99

Walmart:

cereal $5.26
cereal $5.14
lip liner $5.97
tea $3.00
hangers $2.00
donuts $1.74
water (24pk) $3.98
TP $6.97
Total $26.95
gift cards $4.30
gift cards $8.97( Leftover from Christmas that I found!)
TOTAL $23.68

Aldi:

ice cream $2.19
strawberries (3)$2.97
fudge bars $2.19
mandarin oranges $.49
ice cream sandwiches $2.19
mandarin oranges $.49
bread $.79
bread $.79
mandarin oranges $.49
bananas $...
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Grocery Cart $88.86

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, April 9, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I decided to use a few coupons this week. I had been out of the habit because I haven't found many great deals. But I had a Snuggle fabric softener couon for $3.00 off! and It was at Kroger for $3.99. I couldn't beat that! While I was there I bought a few more things.

Kroger:

snuggle $3.99
bisquick mix $4.99
mayo $3.00
butter (2)$4.00
butter $2.00
contact solution $2.49
crunch bars (2)$1.58- BOGO cpn later
yogurt (6) $3.00
piull ups $7.99
pepperoni $1.99
bread (2) $2.00
coupons -$7.24
bonus cpn -$1.48
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Under My Grocery Goal for March!!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, April 2, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Well, I was worried I would go over my grocery goal. But, I didn't! Some weeks I did go over but in the end in was under goal!

TOTAL for APRIL
$377.07

$22.93 under goal for the month!

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Grocery Cart Challenge~$105.40

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, April 2, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Well, I went over my goal by $5.40! But by the end of the month I hope to make up for it. And I lost my Walmart receipt. But I will post a pic of what I purchased

Walmart:

TOTAL~ $29.17

Aldi:

salmon $3.49
salmon $3.49
chikn nugs $3.99
strawberries (5@.99) $4.95
oranges $1.99
whipped topping $.85
bubble gum eggs $.89
fudge bars $2.19
mini m&m's $2.49
apples $2.89
ice cream sands $2.19
whipped topping $.85
posicles $2.19
milk $2.29
TP $4.69
milk $2.29
cereal $1.59
paper plates $2.29
eggs $1.19
eggs $1.19
eggs $1.19
su...
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Grocery Cart~ for two weeks~ $172.56

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, March 26, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Because I was out of town last week , I didn't get groceries. So a few days after we returned I went grocery shopping for this last week and the next. The total is over my goal of $100, but under if you consider it for tow weeks worth. Oh, and two of my sons are having a birthday party tonight, so I got birthday food,too. My oldest son, Ryan, turns 13 Sunday. And Ian, my third, turns 8 Monday.

Walmart:

bread $1.08
bread $1.88
bread $1.77
sherbert $2.38
sherbert $2.38
tea bags $1.98
penne pasta $1.00...
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Grocery Cart $ 94.18

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, March 12, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I almost went a little over this week. I had a ladies brunch and I bought food to take to my parents house. The boys and I are going to spend Spring Break with my family in Missouri!! I will be making food for Jeff will he is home alone. And I will be making meals for all of us when we are at my parents. Check out the next post~ Menu Pan~ for more details.
* I did buy a few extra things at Walmart that I am not including in the groceries because they were odds and ends things for Easter, party...
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Grocery Cart- $110.33

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, March 5, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

There are no pictures this week, sorry! I was very busy with doctors appointments and errands then day I went grocery shopping.

Aldi:
potatoes $2.49
apple $1.99
trash bags $6.49
salmon $3.99
romaine lettuce $1.99
corn on cob $1.49
corn on cob $1.49
milk(2) $4.58
oranges $1.99
cheddar cheese $1.79
eggs $1.09
baby carrots $.99
coffee filters $.99
gravy mix $.35
penne pasta $.99
green beans $.55
green beans $.55
green beans $.55
green beans $.55
green beans $.55
oatmeal $1.49
OJ $1.79
spag sauce $1.19
saltines $.89
pot c...
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Monthly Grocery Total $387.91!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, March 1, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I forgot to post how much my monthly grocery total was for the month of February. It was only $387.91!! That's great!!
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Grocery Cart $91.52

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, February 26, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I only went to one place for groceries this week. I could tell immediately I could've saved money if I had gone to my regular Aldi stop first. Maybe next time....

Walmart:

red grapes $4.10
gum $1.28
donuts $1.74
peaches $2.14
kiwi $1.98
gum $.96
plums $1.33
gum $.96
salad $1.50
bananas $1.18
chicken breasts $6.48
ckn nuggets $4.25
pepperoni $2.68
ham $ 3.00
egg noodles $1.57
saltines $1.38
cereal $ 2.92
cereal $2.92
spaghetti $1.00
cereal $3.18
muffin mix $.78
mozzarella $1.96
turkey lunchmeat $2.78
mozzarella $1.96
c...
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Grocery Cart $121.59

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, February 19, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

OK, OK.I confess! I am SO pregnant! I bought a lot of stuff that I really didn't need. Yes, my bill could have been much lower. But, then again, I only have 2 more months until the baby gets here!

Walgreens

starbucks mocha fraps 2/$10.00
coke $1.18
root beer $.84
root beer $ .84
pop tart $1.27
pop trat $1.27
pop tart 41.27
pop tart $1.27
rice krispies $1.69
rice krispies $1.69
corn pops $1.69
AA batteries(16pk) $2/9.99
coupons -$2.00
TOTAL $29.91

Aldi:

lighter $1.99
french toast sticks $1.99
chicken fries $3.99...
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Grocery Cart- $90.76

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, February 12, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

ALDI:

flowers $3.99 (not pictured)
Chicken nuggets $3.99
milk $2.29
milk $2.29
french otast sticks $1.99
fish sticks $2.99
bananas $1.08
strawberries $2.99
oranges $1.39
apples $1.49
eggs $ 1.19
corn flakes $1.19
lasagna noodles $1.29
mac & cheese $.35
mac & cheese $.35
mac & cheese $.35
tomato sauce (3) $.75
chili beans $.59
mushroom soup $.59
mush soup $.59
chili beans $.59
cooking spray $1.29
chili beans $.59
tuna $1.09
tuna $1.09
tomatoes $.55
tomatoes $.55
salad $.99
sausage $1.99
crackers $.99
spag. sauce $1.09
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Grocery Cart $84.04

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, February 5, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

Beef stew mix $.62
valentines cards $2.50
fruit bowl $1.88
fruit bowl $1.88(one is not pictured)
bread $.92
bread $.92
TOTAL $9.43

Aldi:

ramen noodles $1.79
paper plates $2.29
bananas $.79
ground beef(3 lbs) $4.99
apples $1.49
apples $1.49
baegls $1.39
beef (1lb) $2.29
puffed corn $.99
salmon $1.99
mixed veg(x8) $4.72
green beans $.49
butter $1.99
green beans $.49
spaghetti sauce $1.09
spag sauce $1.09
turkey ham $3.35
penne $.99
PB $1.39
choc chips $1.69
cjoc chips $1.69
PB $1.39
penne $.99
pinto beans $1.29
OJ (6p...
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Grocery Cart $86.59

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, January 29, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Yea, I made my goal to be between $75-$100.00 a week!! ~ $ 86.59
Here is the total that I spent for the month ~ $503.36- This total is from 5 weeks of groceries. Jan. 1st until now.I'm not sure how that worked out. If you count this last trip for February the total is $416.83

Aldi:

gum $.79
chicken thighs $5.99
snack cracker sticks $ .99
ehole chicken $3.89
cereal $1.89
cereal $1.49
cereal $1.19
cereal $1.89
graham crackers $1.39
bacon $1.99
bacon $1.99
popcorn $1.49
toilet paper $ .89
oranges $1.39
apples...
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Grocery Cart $109.10

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, January 22, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Okay, I went over my challenge again this week!! Well, we ran out of food by Wednesday , and my boys were NOT happy!! So, I bought a few extra items for lunches,dinners, and things I can make for snacks.

Aldi:

(*eggs and bread are in the bag)
hoagie rolls $1.69
bread $.79
bread $.79
snack bags $1.95
gallon baggies $1.95
chicken breasts $6.29
Spag sauce $1.09 (* I have no idea how this got in my cart!! ?)
potatoes $2.49
salmon $3.99
TP $2.29
carrots $.99
bananas $.92
oranges $1.39
green beans $.49
apples $2.2...
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Grocery Cart $145.36

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, January 15, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Okay, I went over my challenge I gave to myself for this new year. I'm not too happy about it, but I was able to buy some things at the request of my family. So, they are happy. Plus the dog food and diapers alone is about $20.00. Wow!

Kroger:

rice $1.75
blueberry pancake mix $2.49
Grands biscuits (6) $6.00
Crescents (7) $7.00
Cinn. Rolls (4) $4.00
pizza crusts(2) $5.98
gum $1.49
buns (2) $1.76
Store sale savings $10.76
Coupon savings $ 8.30
TOTAL SAVINGS $19.03 (46%)
TOTAL $24.23

Walmart

donuts $1.16
bread ...
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Grocery Cart ~ $63.80

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, January 8, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

This year our budget has changed. It was $150.00 for a week for our family of 7. In April we will have a new baby and we will have a family of 8! I cannot wait. But that does mean our groceries will increase. If I'm not able to breast feed then I will have to buy formula. Anyone have a great formula they liked that was cheap? I'm preparing. Back to the budget issue. Our plan this year is to spend $400.00 or much less a month in groceries. I'm challenging myself to plan meals better to get the...
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Grocery Cart $98.51

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, January 1, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Most of the stuff at Walmart and a few things fron Aldi is for the New Years party and New Years dinner at my in-laws.
I spent more than I usually would have.

Check out the next post, Weekly Menu Plan, to see what's for Dinner next week!

(bread not pictured)
Wal-Mart
goldfish $6.46
m&m's (3) $1.50
french bread $1.50
bread $1.88
bread $2.18
club crackers $1.94
club crackers $1.94
waffle cones $1.12
cereal $4.16
cereal $3.66
garlic $1.48
parmesean $3.38
cheese slices $2.98
cola $.78
cola $.78
cola $.78
TOTAL $ 39...
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Grocery Cart $121.17

Posted by Holly Nelson on Thursday, December 24, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I am posting early because tomorrow I think we all will be a little busy. And I didn't stay as low as I wanted but I had to buy food for the animals, extra stuff for appetizers, and dishes. And I lost my receipt!! I will post a picture and hopefully that will help you.

Walmart $122.17 ($27.83 under budget)

Dog food not pictured. And look at little Luke trying to sneak away with the batteries! I bought a package that has a small screwdriver that looks like a battery. How clever!
And I do feel...
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Weekly Grocery Cart- $35.57!!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, December 18, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I only spent $35.57...well, kind of. I have the most precious aunt in the world! She sent me a $50.00 gift card to Wal-Mart so I could buy my Christmas baking supplies. I wasn't going to be able to make any candies and goodies this year because of our tight budget. I never knew I could be so excited about Wal-mart! I am not posting my list of what I bought, but I will tell you I bought baking supplies to make oreo truffles(lots!), toffee saltines(lots!), fudge wreaths, iced pumpkin chocolate ...
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Grocery Cart

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, December 11, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

This week I had to buy a few things for my sons birthday party. The price is a little higher than I really wanted it to be. But, he is worth it!! I spent an extra $27.56 on pizza that I normally would not buy. I also bought drinks, chips and ice cream for his birthday "pie". He doesn't like cake so I am making him apple pie, his favorite.

Schnucks
root beer $.59
lemon lime $.59
orange drink $.59
bread $.75
lays chips $1.88
lays chips $1.88
bbq chips $1.88
cheddar chips $1.88
choc. chips $1.79
choc. c...
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Grocery Cart

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, December 4, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Because I went to the store Monday I only needed to get sales stuff. I think I did really great at Kroger. If my store ever tripled coupons like other Kroger stores I could've have gotten so much more. But with these two shopping days I will have enough for next week. Check out the next post for my menu for next week.
This weeks TOTAL- only $ 22.67!!!!
That makes me so happy!

Kroger
Pillsbury Cinnamon rolls (6 @1.00) $6.00
Pils. Grands BIscuits (6@1.00) $6.00
ravioli $1.00
ravioli $1.00
muffin mix(4...
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Grocery Cart for Nov29- Dec7 (*and the next week)

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, November 30, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Because I am a few days behind in grocery shopping I figured I would go ahead and shop for the next weeks meals. I will probably have to go back for milk and bread and maybe others if I find good deals.

And the Aldi list is soooo looooong that I am not posting the detail list, but I will post the picture and Total price.

TOTAL for the Week: $136.70
($13.30 under budget of $150.00 week.)
Next weeks total should be much less because I bought the main meals this week.
TOTAL amount saved this month...
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Grocery Cart $93.95

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, November 20, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I did not take pictures of the food because I had a really busy day. I will be taking pictures of the receipts to show you what I saved in coupons, etc... I came across some great deals at Schnucks for their flour. ONLY $.88!!!!! I got a few bags to last me through the holidays .

Dominos sugar was only $1.77. Then I had $.50 coupons for 2 that doubled. And At Kroger batteries are only $1.99!!! And I had coupons!! You should stoke up now for Christmas toys!!

At Kroger and Schnucks, everyt...
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Grocery Cart Challenge

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 23, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walgreens
Toilet paper $3.39
cat food $5.94
snack $.79
snack $.79
chapstick $.79
razors $3.39
razors $7.64
razors $3.39
deoderant $2.54 (- $1.27, in store cpn)
coupons $9.00
TOTAL $20.90

Aldi
apples $1.19
aldi bag $.10
buns $.85
crm ckn soup $.59
pumpkin $.79
crm ckn soup $.59
milk$ 2.29
pumpkin $.79
crm ckn $.59
salad $1.99
onions $1.49
paper towels $.65
bread sticks $1.69 (not pictured- they busted on the way home!)
10 lbs pots $2.99
gravy mix $.33
snack cakes $1.99
cocoa mix $.99
gran bars $1.69
popcorn $1.49
grvy mix $...
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Grocery Cart

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, October 17, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Kroger
eggs 3/$4.00 (18 ct)
yeast $1.50
shredded cheese $3.50
shredded cheese $3.50
spaghetti $.85
cho chips $1.65
strawberries 2/$5.00
gala apples $3.49
granny smith $1.50
grape jelly $1.35
PB $1.00
PB $1.00
spag sauce $1.34
soup 2/$4.00
soup 2/$4.00
corn $.63
corn $.63
cereal $2.50
cereal $2.50
cheez-its $3.00
saltines $.88
apple bites $1.25
bread $1.00
bread $1.00
milk $2.59
sprite $1.39
twix $.44
hersheys $.79
hersheys $.79
coupons $5.05
store savings $21.37
TOTAL $56.84

Walmart
dog food $10.00
carrots $.88
bagel $2.88
pim...
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Grocery Cart

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 9, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Last week my computer was down. Sorry that I wasn't able to post my grocery cart. There was nothing extra special with coupons last week, so I'm not going to post details and pictures. I did stay in the $150.00 budget. Not too great for me because you know I like to stay at $50.00-$100.00. But I did find great deals on meat at Kroger. I will post that first.

last week:

Kroger (9-30-09)
drink $1.39
drink $1.39
drink$1.39
saltines $.88
donuts $1.50
hot dogs $1.00
hot dogs $1.00
english roast $5.84 (was...
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Grocery Cart Challenge $80.69

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, September 25, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Freds
I lost the receipt, but I know the total! I had coupons that doubled, and I actually got money toward the purchase!
TOTAL $1.12

Schnucks
rice krispies $1.79
cake mix $.69
cake mix $.69
frosting $1.25
frosting $1.25
donuts $3.00
mentos $.89
mfg cpn $1.00 (rice krispies- like getting it for $.79!!)
TOTAL $9.31

Kroger(early in the week trip)
reeses dark $.50
reeses dark $.50
ice cream $.99
ice cream $.99
ice cream $.99
ice cream $.99
noodles $1.20
cpn $.79
store savings $.82
TOTAL $5.86

Kroger
fruit roll up $1.12...
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Grocery Cart Challenge

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, September 18, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

This week I gave in to my kids wanting "junk". And being pregnant, I gave in, too! But you will see this is not common.

(* I will show Kroger prices. Then at the bottom I will show the savings in sales. Krogers receipt doesn't show sale prices in the column)
Kroger

krog pop tarts $1.00
spag. O's 2 @ 1.19
krog pop tart $1.00
kellogg pop tart $1.99
ravioli 2 @$2.00
frosting $1.67
cex gran bars $2.99
chex gran bars $2.99
krpg pop tart $1.00
krog pop tart $1.00
cake mix $1.00
camp soup 4 @ .75= $3.00
ravioli...
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Grocer Cart Challenge Sept 11

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, September 11, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart Challenge Sept 11

Kroger
ranch dressing $3.29
Johnson baby wash $ 3.89
candle $ 5.399
beef stew mix $.69
stew mix $.69
sew mix $.69
mayo $4.19
yogurt tub $1.99
donuts $1.50
store cpns $2.46
mfg cpns $10.20
total savings $12.66
TOTAL $14.59

Schnucks
nestle choc. chips $ 2.00 /2(1.00 ea)
double cpn $1.00
TOTAL $1.12

Walgreens
cherrios $1.69
cookie crisp $1.69
cheerios $1.69
johnson baby wash $2.55
waite rain sopa $.85
campbells soup $2.12
camp soup $1.95
camp soup $ 1.71
jelly $2.80
batteries $2.54
batterie...
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Grocery Cart Challenge Aug 30- Sept 5

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, August 28, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart Challenge

Walgreens
kit kat $.89
reeses(2)$.80 (BOGO cpn)
cookies(2) $5.00 (sale)
tinted moisturizer(2) $5.99 ( BOGO store sale)
crackers (2) $5.00 (sale)
nail polish $ 3.79 ( at 40% off and $1.00 cpn)
envelopes $.99 (sale)
salmon(2) $2.19 (BOGO sale)
cashews $ 1.99 ( store cpn)
folgers (2) $5.00 (store sale and $.25 cpn))
water bottle with samples $.99
rice krispies(2) $5.00 (2 - $1.00 cpns/ then a $2.00 store register cpn)
paper (2) $1.00
all $9.99 ( $2.00 cpn)
all $9.99 ($1.00 cpn)
Total cp...
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Grocery Car t Challenge Aug 23-28

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, August 21, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart Challenge

Kroger

Newspaper -2.00

Eggo waffles - 2.50x 3

Crackers -2.50x4

Cheez-its - 2.50

Cereal 1.99
cereal 1.99

Coupons -2.00

Total = 12.93

Store savings ( - 16.92)

Kelloggs Rebate- 10.00

TOTAL end cost = $2.93

Rite-Aid

Water bottle - (9.99)- 4.99 (50% off)

Total advanced toothpaste- 3.99

Coupon - 1.00

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Grocery Cart Challenge and Weekly Menu for Aug 16-22

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, August 14, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

***I am now combining the Grocery Cart Challenge and the Weekly Menu. That way you can see what I purchased at the store and compare to what I'm making for breakfast , lunch, and dinner for that week! ***

Some of you may be wondering why I never have meats on my grocery list, yet it's on my menu. Here's why. My parents raise cattle for beef. They raise very healthy beef, so that is where I get my meat. We have a very good supply in our freezer. Google organic farms in your area. Take a famil...
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Groceries for Aug9-15

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, August 8, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Sorry this is a day late! We were out of town yesterday. I'll post our "last mini-vacation" before school starts on a later post. This week for me is also back to school shopping and food for lunches. If I were able to homeschool, my groceries would be cheaper this week. I had to just get a few things to kick the school year off right. I am not posting the school supplies that I had to buy. It was ridiculous! These last 2 weeks I have been off on my shopping. And please remember I am not per...
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Aug.2-8.99

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, August 1, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I have two nieces with me this week so , I bought a little more than I usually would! So I went over my budget.
Aug 2-8

Wal-mart:
Pizza crusts ~ 4.32 ( 2@2.16)
popcorn kernals ~ 1.28
shampoo/Dove ~ 5.00
mini bagels ~3.38
total = 15.14(with tax)

Aldi:
mint choc ice cream ~ 1.79
pizza snacks ~ 4.98 (2@ 2.49)
rocky rd ice cream ~1.79
ckn breast ~5.49
whipped topping ~.85
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Groceries for July 26-Aug.1

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, July 24, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Weekly Grocery Cart Challenge

Aldi
tortilla chips ~ .99
ice cream cones ~ .99
graham pie crust ~ 1.98 (2@.99)
diapers(traveling) ~5.99
bread ~ 1.58(2@.79)
Bacon ~5.97(3@1.99)
whole kernel corn ~.98(2@.49)
cream corn ~.98(2@.49)
dish detergent ~2.69
taco shells ~1.98(2@.99)
bananas ~ .88
Choc. ice cream ~ 1.79
Green beans ~1.96(4@.49)
mushroom soup ~1.18(2@.59)
graham crackers ~1.29
choc. pudding...
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Grocery Cart~ $150.08

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, December 3, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery cart ~ $123.39

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, October 30, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

Grocery Cart ~ $73.25

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 22, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

formula $14.88
turkey $4.98
salsa $3.48
cheese dip $4.34
TOTAL $29.83

Aldi:

Grocery Cart $87.84

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 15, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

To get my grocery bill lower I concentrated on the basics. I will write about how to buy the essentials and what meals I can make from it in a later post.

Wal-mart:

formula $14.88
crackers $2.98
turkey $4.98
cheese $2.50
yogurt $1.96
creamer $1.67
baby cereal $1.44
TOTAL $32.77

Aldi:

Grocery cart $120.86

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 8, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

Grocery Cart ~ $145.49

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 1, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart~ $111.23

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, September 24, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

Cereal $5.42
cereal $3.78
ranch $3.48
granola bars $3.38
formula $ 14.88
baby cereal $2.32
ring pop $.56
spaghetti $1.67
turkey $4.98
TOTAL$43.61

Aldi:

Grocery Cart for our family of 8 ~ $109.18!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Thursday, September 9, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

(Picture does not include cold stuff~ I had to hurry to eat lunch with my boys at school)
milk $2.19
milk $2.1...
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Grocery Cart $126.57 (includes baby formula!)

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, September 4, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

*Not pictured: water and two more Switch drinks
$7.53

Walmart:

*2 cans of formula...and No, I'm not on a slim fast diet. I don't "diet". I eat healthy, well, most days. I had a great coupon with a...
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Grocery Cart~ $138.92

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, July 9, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart ~ about $84.19

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, July 2, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

approx. TOTAL~ $37.00

ALDI:

Grocery Cart: $163.15

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, June 25, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart $141.87.. OH MY!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, June 18, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart~ $118.14

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, June 11, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart ~ $98.79

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, June 4, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Aldi:

Grocery Cart ~ $102.84

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, May 28, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Aldi:

Grocery cart~ $69.72

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, May 21, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

Grocery Cart ~ $92.80

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, May 14, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart $ 100.64

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, May 7, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart ~ $ 71.97 plus gifts

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, April 23, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart ~ $83.68 (w/ gift cards)

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, April 16, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

There were some really good deals at Aldi this week!!

Strawberries~ $.99
Milk 2%~ $2.09
Eggs~ $.79
Baking Potatoes ~ $.99

Walmart:

Grocery Cart $88.86

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, April 9, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Under My Grocery Goal for March!!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, April 2, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart Challenge~$105.40

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, April 2, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Well, I went over my goal by $5.40! But by the end of the month I hope to make up for it. And I lost my Walmart receipt. But I will post a pic of what I purchased

Walmart:

TOTAL~ $29.17

Aldi:

Grocery Cart~ for two weeks~ $172.56

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, March 26, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

bread $1.08
bread $1.88
bread $1.77
sherbert $2.38
sherbert $2.38
tea bags $1.98
penne pasta $1.00...
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Grocery Cart $ 94.18

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, March 12, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart- $110.33

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, March 5, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Monthly Grocery Total $387.91!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, March 1, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I forgot to post how much my monthly grocery total was for the month of February. It was only $387.91!! That's great!!
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Grocery Cart $91.52

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, February 26, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

I only went to one place for groceries this week. I could tell immediately I could've saved money if I had gone to my regular Aldi stop first. Maybe next time....

Walmart:

Grocery Cart $121.59

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, February 19, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

lighter $1.99
french toast sticks $1.99
chicken fries $3.99...
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Grocery Cart- $90.76

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, February 12, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

ALDI:

Grocery Cart $84.04

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, February 5, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart:

Beef stew mix $.62
valentines cards $2.50
fruit bowl $1.88
fruit bowl $1.88(one is not pictured)
bread $.92
bread $.92
TOTAL $9.43

Aldi:

Grocery Cart $86.59

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, January 29, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart $109.10

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, January 22, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart $145.36

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, January 15, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

donuts $1.16
bread ...
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Grocery Cart ~ $63.80

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, January 8, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart $98.51

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, January 1, 2010, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart $121.17

Posted by Holly Nelson on Thursday, December 24, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Weekly Grocery Cart- $35.57!!

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, December 18, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, December 11, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Schnucks
root beer $.59
lemon lime $.59
orange drink $.59
bread $.75
lays chips $1.88
lays chips $1.88
bbq chips $1.88
cheddar chips $1.88
choc. chips $1.79
choc. c...
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Grocery Cart

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, December 4, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Kroger
Pillsbury Cinnamon rolls (6 @1.00) $6.00
Pils. Grands BIscuits (6@1.00) $6.00
ravioli $1.00
ravioli $1.00
muffin mix(4...
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Grocery Cart for Nov29- Dec7 (*and the next week)

Posted by Holly Nelson on Monday, November 30, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart $93.95

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, November 20, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Grocery Cart Challenge

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 23, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walgreens
Toilet paper $3.39
cat food $5.94
snack $.79
snack $.79
chapstick $.79
razors $3.39
razors $7.64
razors $3.39
deoderant $2.54 (- $1.27, in store cpn)
coupons $9.00
TOTAL $20.90

Grocery Cart

Posted by Holly Nelson on Saturday, October 17, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Walmart
dog food $10.00
carrots $.88
bagel $2.88
pim...
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Grocery Cart

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, October 9, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Kroger (9-30-09)
drink $1.39
drink $1.39
drink$1.39
saltines $.88
donuts $1.50
hot dogs $1.00
hot dogs $1.00
english roast $5.84 (was...
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Grocery Cart Challenge $80.69

Posted by Holly Nelson on Friday, September 25, 2009, In : Grocery Cart Challenge Friday

Freds
I lost the receipt, but I know the total! I had coupons that doubled, and I actually got money toward the purchase!
TOTAL $1.12

Schnucks
rice krispies $1.79
cake mix $.69
cake mix $.69
frosting $1.25
frosting $1.25
donuts $3.00
mentos $.89
mfg cpn $1.00 (rice krispies- like getting it for $.79!!)
TOTAL $9.31

Kroger(early in the week trip)
reeses dark $.50
reeses dark $.50
ice cream $.99
ice cream $.99
ice cream $.99
ice cream $.99
noodles $1.20
cpn $.79
store savings $.82
TOTAL $5.86

Kroger
fruit roll up $1.12...
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