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I love trying new recipes! I tried this one recently, and it is really easy and delicious. It’s a good way to use to all that free pasta we have been accumulating the past few months!

Country Pasta with Mozzarella

8 oz. uncooked rigatoni (I used penne and it was wonderful)
8 slices bacon, cut in 1 inch pieces (I used real bacon pieces from Costco)
2 c. broccoli flowerets
1/2 tsp. minced garlic
2 c. shredded Mozzarella cheese
1/4 c. Parmesan cheese (I used real Parmesean)
pinch of cayenne pepper
1/4 c. chopped parsley (I used much less)

Cook rigatoni according to package directions, drain. Meanwhile, in 10 inch skillet, cook bacon over medium high heat until brown. Reduce heat to medium. Add broccoli and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is crispy-tender.

Add rigatoni and remaining ingredients, except parsley. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with parsley.

Notes: Since I used bacon pieces I just cooked my pasta, and while it was cooking I steamed my broccoli. When they were both done I added everything together. Really easy and delicious!

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For the past year and a half or so I have been participating in a variety of food co-ops in my area. I started out by being part of a neighborhood co-op where we had one lady order and sort produce for 12 families every other week. It worked out pretty good. If I didn’t have the opportunity to participate in different co-ops I would definitely get this going again!

I then joined The Community Food Co-op of Utah. They have monthly pick-ups in convenient locations around Utah. They provide food from local sources. Backed by an army of volunteers they offer out-reach programs and delivery to the homebound.

Another co-op that I have been part of is Bountiful Baskets. They offer weekly pick-up locations in several western states. Bountiful Baskets offers conventional as well as organic options as well as bread.

There are a couple of relatively new co-op options. Utah has Field to Families and also Green Bee Produce in Arizona and Utah.

These are some of the local co-ops that I am aware of in my area. Each offers it’s own benefits and disadvantages.

I also recently learned of Angel Food Ministries. This program bring affordable fresh and frozen food items to people in 44 states (not available in Utah).

There seem to be new co-op’s popping up all over the place. A simple search online and checking around with neighbors you can easily find a food co-op in your own area. All of these co-op run with some sort of volunteer force. If you join a co-op please consider volunteering from time to time.

The main reason my family participates in co-ops is that we are able to try new things, expand our menu, eat healthy for a fraction of the cost, and help by volunteering to improve the quality of life for our community.

If you are new to shopping at Rite Aid, check out my Navigating Rite Aid posts to help you along you way! Remember, you can use a Rite Aid in-ad manufacturer coupon with a manufacturer coupon from the newspaper or online. Read the Rite Aid coupon policy HERE.

I am only listing best deals at Rite Aid this week here, although I must admit it is a slim pickins week. If you want to see the complete list, head on over to the PYP Rite Aid forum thread. You will also find helpful discussion on this weeks sale items.

Use these coupons to help you pinch your pennies this week! But hurry…some expire on Wednesday, March 31st!

$3/$15 or $3/$15
$5/$25
$5/$20 (Video Values) (after the 31st you can print one for April)

Bic Disposable Razors $4.99
Use BIC Disposable shaver, any $2/1 (5-9-10) EyeMastersSS-3/28
Get a $2 Single Check Rebate
Final Price: $.99 cents after coupon and rebate!

Infusium Shampoo or Conditioner $3.99
Use Infusium 23, any $2/1 (4-30-10) EyeMastersSS-3/28
Final Price: $1.99 after coupon!

Listerine Smart Rinse or Agent Cool Blue B1G1 Free ($5.49 based on online price)
Use (2) Listerine Agent Cool Blue, any or Smart Rinse, any 500 mL $1/1 (5-31-10) SS-6/14
Final Price: $3.49 for both after coupons!

Prevacid 24 hr 42 ct $25.99
Use Prevacid 24HR 42 count product $10/1 (4-24-10) EyeMastersSS-3/28
AND
Video Values $10/1 coupon
Final Price: $5.99 after coupons!

Scenario Idea:
Prevacid $25.99
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$10/1 video values
$10/1 manufacturer
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Many areas around the country will get a nice surprise from Snuggle today in their RedPlum inserts – a $3.00 off coupon, good on any Snuggle liquid fabric softener (32 load or larger) or dryer sheets (70 count or more). With some good sales, this will surely make for some very cheap fabric softener!

We’ve had a thread in the Utah forum’s to discuss the best places to use this coupon and the deals that are available. We’ve also had some comments from PYP members about how to stretch your fabric softener and dryer sheets even further, and I wanted to share some of those ideas here.

Suggestions for making your own fabric softener dryer sheets:

• Mix 1 cup liquid fabric softener with 2 cups water in spray bottle. Spray a clean rag or washcloth 4-6 times with the mixture and then put the cloth in with the clothes to dry. Wash the rag occasionally to remove build-up.
• Dip a washcloth in liquid fabric softener, then hand to dry. Once dry, put the washcloth in with the clothes to dry. The washcloth can be used a dozen or so times before needing to be washed and re-dipped. You can make your fabric softener last even longer by dipping the washcloth in a mixture of equal parts water and liquid fabric softener. Or try a different ratio to see what works best for your laundry.
• Take a large jar or bucket, cut a sponge into 4-6 pieces, and place them in the container. Add a few capfuls (if using jar) or one full bottle (if using bucket) of liquid fabric softener, then fill the rest of the way with water. When you go to dry a load of laundry, take out a sponge, ring it out and throw it in the dryer. When done, just put the sponge back in the container for next time! (Tip from PYP member, WtrmlnLisa)
• To control static cling, try adding a wad of aluminum foil to your dryer load.
• If using dryer sheets, cut them in half and use only one half sheet per load. That way a box of 80 sheets automatically becomes a box of 160! (Tip from PYP member, tightwadteri)

Even if you don’t want to make your own dryer sheets, you can get extra use out of the commercially packaged ones by using the used sheets to dust around the house or clean bathtubs (they are great for removing soap scum).

Ready for some Easter Egg fun? In my family dying the eggs is one of the most exciting parts of our Easter traditions. For as far back as I can remember we always bought the little dye tablets in the holiday section of the store – or tried (mostly unsuccessfully to use the little squeeze bottles of food coloring). There are so many beautiful colors found in nature. What a fun time to experiment with coloring and a great opportunity to reduce the amount of artificial coloring in our food products.

One of the quickest ways to use natural ingredients is to boil the produce with the eggs as the eggs cook. Since your stove most likely only has 4 burners you can just do four colors at a time. Dyeing the eggs after they have been cooked takes as many dishes and more time, but may be more practical.

Try using both fresh and frozen produce. Canned produce will result in much paler colors. Boiling the colors with vinegar will result in deeper colors. Some of the fruits, vegetables, and spices can be used cold. To use a cold material, cover the boiled eggs with water, add dyeing materials, a teaspoon or less of vinegar, and let the eggs remain in the refrigerator until the desired color is achieved. In most cases, the longer you leave Easter eggs in the dye, the more deeply colored they will become.

Here is the method that I prefer for dyeing naturally:

1. Place the eggs in a single layer in a pan. Add water until the eggs are covered.
2. Add approximately one teaspoon of vinegar.
3. Add the natural dye. Use more dye material for more eggs or for a more intense color.
4. Bring water to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes.
6. If you are pleased with the color, remove the eggs from the liquid.
7. If you want more intensely colored eggs, temporarily remove the eggs from the liquid. Strain the dye through a paper towel.
8. Cover the eggs with the filtered dye and let them remain in the refrigerator overnight.
9. Naturally-colored eggs will not be glossy, but if you want a shiny appearance you can rub a bit of cooking oil onto the eggs once they are dry.

Here are some sources for beautifully naturally dyed Easter Eggs:

Lavender
Small Quantity of Purple Grape Juice
Violet Blossoms plus 2 tsp Lemon Juice
Red Zinger Tea
Beets

Violet Blue
Violet Blossoms
Small Quantity of Red Onions Skins (boiled)
Hibiscus Tea
Red Wine

Blue
Blueberries
Red Cabbage Leaves (boiled)
Purple Grape Juice

Green
Spinach Leaves (boiled)
Greenish Yellow Yellow Delicious Apple Peels (boiled)

Yellow
Orange or Lemon Peels (boiled)
Carrot Tops (boiled)
Celery Seed (boiled)
Ground Cumin (boiled)
Ground Turmeric (boiled)
Chamomile Tea
Green Tea

Golden Brown
Dill Seeds

Brown
Strong Coffee
Instant Coffee
Black Walnut Shells (boiled)
Black Tea

Orange
Yellow Onion Skins (boiled)
Cooked Carrots
Chili Powder
Paprika
Dried Peppers

Pink
Beets
Cranberries or Juice
Raspberries
Red Grape Juice
Juice from Pickled Beets

Red
Lots of Red Onions Skins (boiled)
Canned Cherries with Juice
Pomegranate Juice
Raspberries

Get out and have fun looking at the colors that nature has provided

Thank you to the Pinching Your Pennies member who brought this deal to our attention.

Standard text messaging fees will apply. Once you register your cell phone number you are agreeing to receive up to 3 texts per week from Subway, but your can opt out of this at anytime by following the instructions they include in the text messages.

The 50 bonus points will be added to your rewards card balance after your next purchase.

There maybe some cell phone carriers that don’t participate in this, I have heard that Cricket phones do not work with this promotion.

After your text your rewards card number you should receive a confirmation via text.

Don’t have a rewards card? Pick one up at any Subway store.

Babies R Us/Toys R Us ~ Various baby product coupons
Bath & Body Works ~ Free Signature Collection Travel Size Item with any purchase (up to $5 value) – valid thru 04/21/10
Borders ~ 40% off one item – valid thru 3/27/10
Carters ~ 20% off $50 or more – valid thru 3/30/10
Champs ~ 25% off entire order – valid thru 3/28/10
Family Christian Store ~ Extra 20% off your entire purchase – valid thru 4/25/10
Famous Footwear ~ 15% off your entire purchase – valid thru 4/4/10
Foot Action ~ 25% off entire order – valid thru 3/28/10
Footlocker ~ 25% off entire order – valid thru 3/28/10
Half Priced Books ~ 20%-50% off single item – valid thru 3/28/10
Justice ~ 40% off – valid thru 4/3/10
Kirklands ~ $5 off $25 purchase – valid thru 3/31/10
Lowe’s ~ various coupons – see blog post here
Osh Kosh B’Gosh ~ 20% off $50 or more – valid thru 3/31/10
Payless ~ 15% off in-store purchase – valid thru 4/4/10
Petco ~ 10% off Select Natural Dog Food Brands – valid thru 4/30/10
Steinmart ~ $10 off $25 & more – valid thru 3/27/10
Victoria’s Secret ~ Free bracelet with Pink Purchase + $10 off $50 Pink purchase – valid thru 4/19/10
World Market ~ $10 off $30 purchase – valid thru 4/4/10
Yankee Candle ~ $10 off $25 purchase – valid thru 4/24/10
Yankee Candle ~ Buy 2, Get 1 FREE Housewarmer large jar candles – valid thru 4/18/10

Dining:
Chevy’s Fresh Mex ~ 20% off any entree or Buy Fresh Mex Combo get 2nd for $2.99 – valid thru 4/24/10
Einstein Bagels ~ Free tub of cream cheese with purchase of a variety bucket – valid thru 3/29/10
Quizno’s ~ $1 off regular sub & more – valid thru 3/28/10
Sweet Tomatoes ~ Buy 1, Get 1 Free or $5.99 Weekend Lunch – valid thru 3/28/10

Coupons valid at Lowe’s:

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• $3.25/1 off any Tide Total Care Laundry Detergent
• $1/1 any Method Hand Soap Bottle or Refill
• $1/1 any Lysol 19oz Disinfectant Spray
• $1/1 any Green Works Natural Cleaning Item
• FREE Simple Green naturals Hand Soap with any Simple Green Naturals purchase
• $1/1 any Arm & Hammer Dryer Sheets
• $2/1 any 3M Filtrete maximum Allergen Filters
• $2 off Brita Slim Pitcher
• $5 off PUR Horizontal Chrome Faucet mount Filter
• $5 off Large Capacity Whole House Filter
• $3 off Large Capacity Whole House Pleated Filter
• $2 off Standard Whole House Carbon Wrap Filter
• $20 off Encapsulated RO System