feeling the strain of rising grocery prices, a reality that can make planning for food-focused holidays feel extra stressful. But there are some ways to stretch your dollars and still celebrate with a delicious meal.
That's where Thanksgiving meal deals from Walmart, Amazon, and Target may help: Each is $35 or less and includes turkey and trimmings. All you need to provide is a festive spirit—and perhaps a hardworking oven.
The Walmart meal deal includes a whole turkey, ranging from 10 to 16 pounds, plus almost everything you need to make green bean casserole, corn casserole, sweet potatoes with marshmallows, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry sauce, and a pumpkin pie. You'll still need to supply some basic ingredients, such as butter, sugar, and seasonings, but all in all you'll be walking away with a great deal that can feed a full table (Walmart estimates the meal should serve 10). This deal is valid through December 24, so you could also use it for a holiday meal closer to Christmas.
Additionally, if you're a new Walmart customer, you can use code TRIPLE10 to get an extra $10 off your first three orders. Tax and delivery fees may apply, and choosing in-store pickup may help you save on shipping costs.
is also offering a Thanksgiving dinner deal for $25, including an 8-pound turkey; cranberry sauce; ingredients for mashed potatoes, corn casserole, stuffing, and pumpkin pie; plus additional items, like corn and carrots. Many items are currently sold out; while these may restock, you can also peruse this page of affordable holiday ingredients to build out your own budget-friendly menu.
also has a holiday meal deal, available for $30. It's a little tricky to find, but if you scroll this page, you'll find a banner for a “Thanksgiving meal for 6.” Click it and then click “Add all to cart.” You'll get a 10-pound turkey; cranberry sauce; French bread; and ingredients for stuffing, mashed potatoes, and green bean casserole. There's also a selection of side dishes for $6 or less.
Your local grocery stores may have similar deals; I'll personally be checking out Aldi's. And if you or a loved one is facing food insecurity, head to Feeding America for a list of resources near you.
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