Huge Savings on my 8/17/11 Shopping Trip

With coupons in hand I went out to see how much I could purchase in groceries with just $20.00. I wanted to get something from all the food groups but was not sure how successful I would be. Well with a little pre-planning, reviewing the circular and making a list, I am pleased to report that the mission was accomplished. Here's what I ended up purchasing:

(2) V8 Fusion Teas                                        1.99 ea.
(2) Honey Nut Cheerios                                1.79 ea.
(2) Herrs Snacks                                            1.89 ea.
(2) Keebler Fudge Bars                                 1.99 ea.
(1) Pkg Pork Chops                                       3.12
(1) Pkg Chicken                                            3.56
(1) Pkg Chicken Breast                                 4.31
(2) Ham Steaks                                             2.00 ea.
(3) Fruit Cups                                               1.00 ea.
1 lb Grapes                                                     .94
1.5 lb Peaches                                               1.46
(1) Block Cheese                                          1.88
(1) Box AJ Waffles                                        .99
(1) Box Osteo Bi-Flex                                 7.99
(3) Suave Body Wash                                  1.67 ea.
(3) Suave Deodorant                                    1.66 ea.
(4) Degree Deodorant                                  1.78 ea.
(2) Shaving Creme                                       1.99 ea.
(5) Recycleable Grocery Bags                       .99 ea.

Total before coupons                                  $73.04

Coupons -                                                (5)    .50 Cheerios, Deodorant, Cheese
                                                                (10)  .75  Shaving Creme,Deodorant, Keebler
                                                                (4)   1.00 Waffles, V8 Fusion, Herrs Snacks
                                                                (1)   1.50 Shaving Creme
                                                                (1)   1.66 Body Wash
                                                                (2)   2.00 Ham Steak
                                                                (2)   5.00 Dollar Reward Coup, Entertainment Book Coup
                                                                (1)   7.00 Osteo Bi-Flex
                                
        Coupon Total         -53.14      Spent  $19.56


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