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Budget Thanksgiving Dinner for 8: Complete Menu, Shopping List & Timeline

Thanksgiving dinner on a budget: a full menu for 8 priced at Walmart and ALDI, about $71 to $75 with every extra, plus a shopping list and timeline.
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Sparkling Apple Cider Punch

This sparkling apple cider punch takes 10 minutes and four ingredients. An easy, non-alcoholic holiday drink for Thanksgiving and fall parties.
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Classic Apple Pie

This classic double-crust apple pie uses store-bought crusts and a simple cinnamon apple filling. An easy, budget-friendly dessert for Thanksgiving.
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Cornbread Sausage Stuffing

This cornbread sausage stuffing starts with a box of corn muffin mix and bakes up golden, savory and moist. An easy, budget-friendly Thanksgiving side.
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Garlic Herb Butter Spatchcocked Turkey

This garlic herb butter spatchcocked turkey cooks in about 90 minutes with crisp skin and juicy meat. An easy way to roast a whole Thanksgiving turkey.
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Honey Garlic Roasted Carrots

These honey garlic roasted carrots are tender, caramelized and ready in 35 minutes. An easy, budget-friendly side for Thanksgiving or any dinner.
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Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball

This cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy make-ahead holiday appetizer with cream cheese, sharp cheddar, dried cranberries and toasted pecans.
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Winter Pomegranate Pear Salad

This winter pomegranate pear salad with walnuts, feta and honey balsamic dressing is a festive, easy side for holiday dinners.
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Harvest Apple Cranberry Salad

This harvest apple cranberry salad with pecans, feta and a maple Dijon dressing is an easy fall side for weeknights and Thanksgiving.
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Father’s Day Dinner at Home: A Steakhouse Menu on a Budget

Father’s Day dinner ideas for a steakhouse menu at home on a budget: pan-seared steak, twice-baked potatoes, classic sides and a skillet cookie.
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