AMAZON: Contigo 20-Ounce Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Travel Mug – LOWEST PRICE!

I've given these Contigo 20oz. Insulated Travel Mugs to my husband for Christmas two years in a row and they are used almost daily and hold up so well!  My husband loves that it keeps his drinks hot/cold for a very long time at work!
(I only bought them the second year because one was lost and the kids and I *may* borrow his sometimes, lol. Plus, I like him to have a couple, so one's always clean if whoever's on dish duty is slacking)

This is the lowest price on these travel mugs I've seen! At this price, they're a great item to add to your gift closet...pair them with some tea/coffee/cocoa for an easy, useful, and inexpensive gift!
(the "grayed jade" and "vivacious" are currently $7.20 for the 20oz, and the "gunmetal" is $6.56 for the 16oz size) 

*Note that this is an add-on item that ships for free with a $25 order

Homemade Creamy Eggnog Recipe

I'm not sure what started it, but the kids were really excited to make homemade eggnog this year.  They kept talking about it during the weeks leading up to Christmas, and I loved the idea since A) eggnog is de-licious, and B) I have fond memories of helping my dad make it on Christmas morning.

I haven't made any since I was young though, and had no idea what recipe to use.  I asked on Facebook and looked a few up on Allrecipes.  In the end I used them for inspiration and made my own recipe based on what I had on hand.  It was super easy and was a big hit - and a super savings!  The kids and adults loved how it turned out, so I knew I had to share with you guys!

I've been following Trim Healthy Mama since April and have improved my health (and weight) greatly! I've been making some really yummy and healthy holiday drinks (like Coconut Malted Nog, Java Chip Frappe, Winter Wonderland Sip) so I didn't feel deprived in the least....but I also made sure to allow for a few splurges...this eggnog being one of them! =) 
(Eventually I'd like to try to "THM-ify" it! The kids have been begging for me to make more, so it may not be long!)

Homemade Creamy Eggnog Recipe
6 eggs
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 quart half and half
1 quart coconut milk
1 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 cup heavy cream

1. Beat eggs and sugar until thick and pale, about 5 minutes.
2. Gradually stir in half and half, coconut milk, and nutmeg.
3. In separate chilled bowl, whip cream to a peak. Fold into egg mixture.  Refrigerate overnight if possible. Shake before serving. 


Notes:

• I made sure to get some great quality free-range eggs from the farmers market since they would be consumed raw.
• We only had time to refrigerate for a couple hours, and it was great - though it was definitely better chilled than right after mixing. I would imagine overnight would be even better to let the flavors develop more and allow the frothiness to settle.
• I do think you could sub coconut milk for the half and half and the heavy cream to make it dairy-free. It would be much thinner, but I'm guessing still really yummy!
• Some of the original recipes I looked at included bourbon and/or rum in the ingredients. Since kids would be drinking it, that obviously wasn't an option, but I added a bit of rum to my own glass and it was delicious!  ;)

photo credit

Java Chip Frappe Recipe (THM friendly! "S")

I found a couple recipes online for yummy blended coffee drinks that were sugar free, and Trim Healthy Mama friendly, so I whipped one up with a few modifications and was so thrilled with it I had to share!  It's healthy (won't spike my blood sugar and pack on pounds!), creamy, delicious -- I'm in!  This was such a treat!


Java Chip Frappe

1/2 c. almond milk
1/4 c. heavy cream
1/3 c. cold coffee*
2 1/2 T. sweetener (I used a combination of erythritol, xylitol, and Truvia)
1 T. cocoa powder (I used organic cacao powder)
1/2 t. xanthan gum (or 1/8 t. glucomannan)**
1/2 scoop protein powder
1 1/2 c. ice (approx. 18 ice cubes)
1 square of 85% dark chocolate, chopped (I used Ghiradelli 86% Midnight Reverie)

Optional topping: (I was too busy drinking it to bother making it pretty, lol)
whipped cream
sugar-free chocolate syrup
chopped/shaved chocolate

Blend all ingredients together in blender.  Add toppings if desired.  Serves 2.

Notes:
*I had leftover coffee to use up, but you could use water + instant coffee, or coffee ice cubes instead (if you use "coffee cubes", you may need to add some water or almond milk to thin it a little, depending on your preference - or your blenders' preference ;) ).

**The xanthan gum/gluccie is to thicken it, but it would taste just fine without it, only thinner.  Next time I'm going to try it with Great Lakes gelatin instead of the xanthan gum and protein powder because I love finding ways to get grass-fed gelatin into my diet (if you used gelatin and also subbed coconut milk for the cream, it would be allergen friendly).

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If you don't know what Trim Healthy Mama is, I highly recommend checking it out!  I've been following this delicious way of eating for almost 2 months, and I've lost about 20 pounds without even exercising! (*although I have now joined an exercise challenge group and taken on Jillian Michaels 30-Day Shred to get stronger and toned)

If you do follow Trim Healthy Mama, check out Jen's post about the Sweetener Sale they're having until September 15th, 2014!  I just happened to have those very packages in my "cart" when I found out about the sale - they'll be delivered any day and I'm so excited to try them!


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Almost FREE Salada Green or White Tea!

My husband and I recently have really been enjoying tea, so I was happy to discover this random rebate + coupon deal! You can use the coupon and mail-in rebate anywhere, I just gave the scenario based on the price/size at Meijer because that's where I bought mine.


     {{Deal Scenario ~ Meijer}}
Buy 2 boxes of Salada Green Tea (40ct) - $2.69 ea.
- $1/2 man. coupon (1/6/13 SS -- expires 2/28/13!)
- $4 mail-in rebate when you buy 2 boxes of Salada green or white tea (exp. 4/30/13 - you can choose a $4 rebate or 6-month subscription to Prevention magazine)
= .19¢ a box!

FREE Jr. Frosty's at Wendy's throughout 2013 for $1!

Ok, for any Frosty lovers (like myself) this seriously sounds too good to be true.....but it's not!  =)  You can actually get FREE Frosty's for the entire year of 2013!

You buy a Frosty key tag for $1 (at participating Wendy's - you may want to call first), hang it on your key ring, then present it throughout the year to get FREE Jr. size Frosty's with any purchase! 

It's perfect for treating the kids when we're out and about (that's a lot of treats throughout the year!)......and maybe even a perfect smackerel for me while I'm trying to eat well.  ;)

And, all the proceeds from the key tags benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.....delicious and a good cause!

{this was the tag for 2012}

*One Free Jr. Frosty per transaction, per visit, per key tag with any purchase. Expires at the end of December 2013.

Meijer: FREE Milk! (with mPerks digital coupon)

If you're an mPerks Member, log in to your account and enter the code FREEMILK.
When you do, a coupon for a Free Meijer Brand Milk will appear in your account (any size, excludes organic and chocolate). Clip it and it will be valid through 1/19/13.

FREE Creamer at Walgreens with this High-Value Coffee-Mate Natural Bliss Coupon!

Hurry over to Facebook and print the high-value $1.50/1 Coffee-Mate Natural Bliss coupon.
The 16-oz. bottles will be on sale at Walgreens 2/$3 next week, starting December 16, 2012, making them FREE with this coupon!

My son and I just whipped up this Pumpkin Spice Overnight French Toast with creamer and can't wait to try it in the morning.  French toast is one of my favorite uses for flavored creamer, and one of these would be really yummy for that I'm sure!


(thanks Money Saving Mom!)

Starbucks: Buy 1, Get 1 Holiday Drink FREE!

Holiday drinks at Starbucks at half price....delicious all around!  =)

For the next 3 days (11/15 - 11/18) from 2pm-5pm you can get Buy 1 Holiday Drink, Get 1 Free at your local Starbucks!  Choose from Caramel Brulee Latte, Peppermint Mocha, or Gingerbread Latte.

Which is your favorite holiday flavor?

Target: FREE International Delight Pumpkin Pie Spice Creamer!

Ooh, this deal is a perfect combo of things I love....pumpkin anything + flavored creamer + FREE!  And I know a lot of you love those things too!  =)

Keep an eye out at your Target for clearanced International Delight Pumpkin Pie Spice creamer, it's been spotted for .64¢ a bottle -- pair it with these coupons and get it for free!

I don't even usually drink coffee, but I love, love, love, flavored creamer in hot chocolate, and also in the egg mixture when making french toast...mmm!!!

     {{Deal Scenario ~ Target}}
International Delight Pumpkin Pie Spice Creamer - .64¢
- .50¢/1 Target printable coupon
- .55¢/1 International Delight printable coupon
= FREE!


(thanks Mojo Savings!)

FREE Vitamin Squeeze Water Enhancer with Mail-In Rebate ($5.99 value)!

Get FREE Vitamin Squeeze Water Enhancer with this mail-in rebate!  Just print off the form and follow the directions to get it free!  Good through 12/31/12.


(thanks Mojo Savings!)

Target: Juicy Juice Fruitifuls ONLY .75¢ for an 8-pack!

Here's a great deal on Juicy Juice Fruitifuls to get ready for school lunches!  Just stack these 2 coupons and get 2 boxes for $1.50 at Target!

     {{Deal Scenario ~ Target through 9/15/12}}
Buy 2 Juicy Juice Fruitifuls (8pk) - $2.25
- two $1/1 Juicy Juice Fruitifuls printables*
- one $1/2 Juicy Juice beverages Target printable coupon
= .75¢ each wyb 2!

*to print the manufacturer coupon, sign up for an account or sign in to an existing one. It will only take a second.


(thanks Krazy Coupon Lady!)

FREE Brew Over Ice Tumbler! (Facebook Offer)

If you didn’t score one already, hurry on over to the Brew Over Ice Facebook page, “like” them, and click on the Tumbler Nation tab to sign up to score a FREE Brew Over Ice Tumbler (while supplies last)! 

Everyone that I've heard of who have one, seem to love them!  This went quickly last time, so I wouldn't wait!  *This is available to people who say "yes" to owning a Keurig.

You’ll also be entered to possibly win Brew Over Ice K-Cup packs, a Keurig brewer, or even a trip to Iceland!

1,000 Fan Giveaway Prize #6: $5 Starbucks Gift Card!

Prize #6 is a $5 gift card to Starbucks from me!  I'm guessing this will be a popular prize.....who doesn't love Starbucks?  ;)

a Rafflecopter giveaway

1,000 Facebook Fan Giveaway Preview - Prizes #5 and #6!

I am so excited to be getting ready for our first big giveaway!  We're so close to 1,000 fans on Facebook and it's about time to celebrate! 

We have some great prizes you can win and I want to tell you a little about them before we get started....now you guys can get as excited as I am and share the page with friends so we can get this party started!!  In no particular order, here are the next couple.....

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#5 is a 1-Hour Massage from Sands of Time in North Muskegon, MI (with Amanda).  I recently received a massage from her business partner as a gift from my husband and it was wonderful!!  And really, when is a massage not a great prize??  ;)

#6 is a $5 gift card to Starbucks from myself!  =)

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I'll be introducing the other prizes to you over the next few days, and once we hit 1,000 fans we'll kick things off and let you know how to enter! 


Remember that there is still a little time to get in on our 1,000 facebook fan giveaway as a sponsor! If you're a business owner, or have a product/service to offer, consider donating to this giveaway! It is a great way to get facebook fans, get people to visit your website and gain more exposure!

All you have to do is email me at SuperSavingsBlog@gmail.com with the item/service you would like to donate, an image and any social media/website links!

FREE Starbucks Refreshers Beverage on Friday, July 13, 2012 - no purchase required!

Mmm, who doesn't love a FREE drink at Starbucks??  On Friday, July 13, 2012, stop by any Starbucks location to enjoy a FREE Tall (12 fl. oz.) handcrafted Starbucks Refreshers™ beverage at participating stores from 12pm - 3pm.

*No purchase necessary. One per person.


(thanks Money Saving Mom!)

**HOT** Rebates for Jose Cuervo, Captain Morgan, Smirnoff, and MORE! FREE Groceries!

I love when rebates for wine, liquor, or beer come around because these rebates are a great way to save money and it's perfect timing if you have a 4th of July party or summer soiree coming up that you'll be buying alcohol for....

Right now (until 7/8/12!) you have a few days to grab this first deal:

• Buy any (2) 750ml (or larger) Jose Cuervo, Captain Morgan, Smirnoff, Johnnie Walker, Ketel One, and/or Tanqueray* between 6/24/12 and 7/8/12
• Mail in this rebate form to get $8 back! That's $4 off per bottle!
• *See rebate form for specific varieties.  Not valid in IN, ME, MS, NC, TX, and UT.

This 2nd deal you have a little longer to buy, and is similar, but with more options to purchase:

• Buy any (2) 750ml (or larger) Bailey's, Captain Morgan, Crown Royal, Johnnie Walker, Jose Cuervo,  Ketel One, Smirnoff, and/or Tanqueray* between 6/14/12 and 7/10/12
• Mail in this rebate form to get $8 back! That's $4 off per bottle!
• *See rebate form for specific varieties.  Not valid in IN, ME, MS, NC, TX, and UT.

Here's a 3rd deal with an even longer time to take advantage of, and is the best one of all IMO!

• Buy (1) 12pk OR (2) 6pks of Smirnoff Premium Malt Mixed Drinks/Premium Flavored Malt Beverage AND $25.01+ in groceries, between 5/11/12 and 9/30/12,
• Mail in the rebate form found here to get a $25 rebate!  What a fun way to save on groceries!  ;) 
• Valid in AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, IA, KS, MA, MD, MI, MS, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OH, OK, OR, RI, SC, SD, TN, WA, WI or WY.

These are 3 separate rebates, so you can purchase and submit all three, but they must all be on their own receipt!  For example, you cannot purchase 2 Jose Cuervo's and expect it to qualify for both #1 and #2 rebates.  Each rebate will need it's own rebate form and original receipt.

Make sure to read the rebate forms and follow the directions to be sure you receive your rebate.  When I mail in rebates, I always make a copy of my submission (via digital photo) to keep track of what I've sent in, and in case there's any discrepancy I can show proof of purchase.


(thanks Sarah's Deals and The Deal Yo!)

Pick Your Plum: 4th of July Striped Paper Straws - 60% off!

Here's a great deal on those adorable striped straws that are so popular right now! Be quick though, because Pick Your Plum's fun deals are only good for the day - and they often don't last that long!

Red and blue are available, so they'd be perfect for 4th of July, but those two colors are also perfect to stock up for upcoming Summer parties or birthday parties!  (ooh, they could be perfect for our "Gender Reveal party" when we find out what the baby is!)

A 50 pack of striped straws for $3.99!  That makes them right under $0.08 a pop! 
Choose from the following colors (straws come in packs of 50):

• Cherry Snow Cone Red
• Parade Taffy Blue
• Brilliant Lights Yellow SOLD OUT

"The fun of every party is in the details, and how could something this cute not be fun?!  Just drop them in empty glasses and line them up on the table right next to the punch bowl.  Use them at barbecues, showers, birthday parties, bunco night, and of course the Fourth of July.  It's a hit every time, so drink up girl!"

Note:  These are strong fantastic paper straws.  They are FDA approved and create all sorts of smiles.
Fine Print:  Ships for $3.99 for 1 or 12 orders, and $11.50 for our Canadian friends.  They'll be on their way on or before June 6th.  Order with a friend to save some cash then cheers and have a drink together when they arrive!

Target: Welch's Fruit Fizz 4-pack ONLY .50¢!

Here's another great deal on Welch's Fizz at Target - my kids love these!  Print the coupons while they last!


     {{Deal Scenario ~ Target through 5/19}}
Welch’s Fruit Fizz (4pk) - $2.50
- $1.00/1 Welch’s Fruit Fizz printable coupon
- $1.00/1 Welch’s Fruit Fizz Target store coupon
= .50¢ for a 4 pack!

FREE Old Orchard 12oz Can of Frozen Juice!

I just told my husband how much I wish we had orange juice in the house (first pregnancy craving?  lol)  Getting it for free would be great!  Go get a coupon for a FREE 12 oz can of ANY variety of Old Orchard Frozen Juice Concentrate!

How to get yours:

• Go HERE to register for the Old Orchard Fan club which will give you 1,000 points.
• Login and take the survey to get 1,000 more points
• You can then use your points to score your coupon!

*the site seems to be running slow, but I've seen this around the "blogosphere" a bit, so we're probably just overloading it right now.  ;)
(thanks Raining Hot Coupons!)

FREE Zevia All Natural Soda!

Get a FREE Sample of Zevia All Natural Soda - to get yours, go to the Zevia Web site and fill out a short form. Please note, this offer is only valid for "new fans" and is limited to one per household.


(thanks All You!)