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Christmas Dinner on a Budget: Full Menu for 6 + Make-Ahead Plan
Plan Christmas dinner on a budget with this full menu for 6: breakfast, appetizers, glazed ham, sides, dessert and drinks, plus a make-ahead plan.
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Friendsgiving on a Budget: 12 Cheap Potluck Ideas Under $10
Cheap Friendsgiving potluck ideas: 12 dishes that each cost under $10 at Walmart and ALDI, a sign-up plan for 10 and what the whole spread costs.
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Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix
This homemade hot cocoa mix takes 4 pantry ingredients and 5 minutes. Keep a jar for cozy nights or pour it into small jars for inexpensive holiday gifts.
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ALDI vs. Walmart Thanksgiving Meal 2026: Which Deal Is Better?
ALDI vs. Walmart Thanksgiving meal 2026: what’s in each deal, what’s missing, the real cost with add-ons and which is better for 4 or 10 people.
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Slow Cooker Mulled Apple Cider
This slow cooker mulled apple cider simmers with orange, cinnamon and cloves for a warm, alcohol-free holiday drink. Five minutes of prep, serves eight.
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How to Plan a Holiday Meal Budget (Thanksgiving and Christmas)
Plan a holiday meal budget in five steps: count guests, set one number, build the menu around the main dish and shop early. For Thanksgiving or Christmas.
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Garlic Parmesan Green Beans
These garlic parmesan green beans roast on one sheet pan until crisp-tender, then finish with garlic and Parmesan. An easy 25-minute holiday side dish.
