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“Snack”urday: Simple Plum Tart



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Hi! My name is Amanda, and I am addicted to fruit!  I love the stuff! I eat it by itself. I eat it frozen. I eat it in desserts, & with dinner.  Really, I haven’t met a fruit I didn’t like!  My girls are the same way.  My oldest went with me to the store this week and we walked out with Plums, nectarines, blueberries, grapes, & bananas.  We would have bought more, but I have to draw the line somewhere. ;)

This dessert came to mind since the plums are in season and really affordable right now!  This is so simple, yet ….elegant!  You could serve this at a dinner party and impress everyone!  You don’t have to tell them it only took you 5 minutes to make!  Just grab  some vanilla ice cream to serve on the side and you have some seriously happy guests, or family members!  This came out of the oven and in 30 minutes it was gone! The entire thing.  The vultures flew into the kitchen when they heard the buzzer.  I had to fight them off for a piece.  I am already getting requests for another.

Grab some plums and get baking!

Simple Plum Tart

  • Frozen puff pastry
  • 3 plums
  • 2 Tbsp Sugar

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees

Thaw out Puff pastry dough according to directions.  You will only need half a package or one sheet of pastry.

Roll the puff pastry dough out on a parchement lined baking sheet.

Slice all three of the plums into thin pieces.

Lay them out onto the Puff pastry.

Take a butter knife and make an indention around the outside where the crust would be, being careful not to cut through the dough.

Sprinkle plums and pastry with sugar.

Bake at 375 for 20 minutes or until pastry has risen and is golden brown.

Serve with ice cream or by itself!

Check out my other great “Snack”urday Recipes

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Did you Print your Coupons Yet?



I am pushing the coupon printing again!  Just want to make sure you guys get your coupons before they disappear.  You don’t want to miss out on any deals!  So, It is that time to load your paper, get a new ink cartridge, and print away!

For more info on coupons check out my Beginner Tab!  There are tons of great informative posts to help you!

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Staples Back to School Deals 8/1



There are lots of deals again this week at Staples.  Here are some of the highlights!

Sunday thru Wednesday

  • Avery 1” Durable Binders $1.50
  • Avery Tab Dividers $0.59
  • Avery 1” Durable View Binders $2
  • Avery Economy 1” Binder $0.59

Week Long Deals

  • Buy any ream of Paper get 100% Back in Staples rewards $4.99 get $4.99 back (limit 2)
  • Staples gold Paper Clips $1
  • Avery Glue Sticks 3 pk $1
  • Pentel RSVP Ball Point Pens $1
  • BIC Dry Erase Markers $1
  • Staples Pink Eraser 3 pk $1
  • Bic White Out 2 pk $1
  • Staples Dry Eraser $1
  • Pencil Box $1
  • Kodak Premium 4×6 Photo Paper 100 ct $13.99-$12.99 Easy Rebate = $1

Check out my other Back to School Shortcuts!

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Free Events this Weekend



Looking for something to do this weekend?  Here is a list of some free events to keep the family busy!  It is a small list this week.  There is always the park, or beach, or just a board game or movie night at home! :)

  • AC Moore- Stop by AC Moore from 1 pm to 3 pm on Saturday for a American Crafts Fashion Iron-on Demo
  • Lakeshore Learning Craft - Stop by anytime between 11 am and 3 pm on Saturday to make a Whats My Mood? Door Hanger
  • Michaels- Stop by Michaels between 10 am and 2 pm on Saturday for some summer fun powered by Crayola.

Thanks Who Said Nothing In Life Is Free??

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Freebies: Photo Collage Mug & 50 Free Prints at Snapfish



I am loving the Snapfish deals lately!  Sign up for a new Snapfish account and get 50 FREE 4×6 Prints & a FREE Collage Mug for New Customers! 2 days only! Exp 7/31 Just use code FREEMUG at checkout!

The mug is worth $12.99 + the value of the prints = One Super DEAL!

If you already have a Snapfish Account think of opening one for your hubby, with your work email, or opening another free email account just for special offers!  This is only good thru tomorrow! HURRY!

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Restaurant Roundup 7/30



Are you planning on eating out this weekend?  Here are some great deals and ideas for you from Smart Couponing! Thank Kai!

El Pollo Loco

  • FREE Queso Crunch Burrito with purchase of 1 Queso Crunch Burrito & any size drink
  • Click HERE to print the coupon (exp. 8/3/10)
  • Find a location near you HERE

Pick Up Stix

  • Buy One Get One FREE Entree
  • Click HERE to print the coupon (exp. 8/8/10)
  • Find a location near you HERE

Perkins

  • Buy One Get One FREE Entree or 20% off Entire Bill Coupon when you sign up with their eClub
  • Click HERE to sign up (Click the eClub link toward the top)
  • Find a location near you HERE

Fazoli’s

  • 12 FREE Breadsticks with purchase of any Specialty Pizza Whole Pie.
  • Click HERE to print the coupon (Exp. 8/31)
  • Find a location near you HERE

Olgas

  • $5 off $20 purchase
  • Click HERE to get a coupon (Exp. 8/2)
  • Find a location near you HERE
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Earn $3 a Survey With Pinecone Research



Pinecone Research

Pinecone Research is still looking for Females to join and complete surveys!  They will pay $3 per survey you complete!  I love Pinecone Research!  I am a member!  It is a great way to earn a few extra bucks!

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