Freshgiving for Everyone: Thanksgiving on a Budget
This Thanksgiving, our goal is to help you create a memorable celebration without straining your budget. On this page, you’ll find a cornucopia of ingredients, recipes and tips to help craft a Freshgiving feast for up to 10 people that includes all your favorite Thanksgiving classics at less than $4.85 per serving.
Let’s Talk About the Turkey
If you’re aiming for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, the turkey is a must. These iconic centerpiece recipes are where the magic begins, setting the stage for a truly delicious spread.
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Budget-Friendly Sides
When it comes to crafting Thanksgiving dinner on a budget, side dishes play a crucial role. This year, consider using canned green beans to create a hearty casserole, head to the freezer section to whip up delicious Sauteed Sweet Corn and try your hand at turning an everyday root vegetable into Sweet Potato Stacks that are as beautiful as they are delicious. Watch, learn and shop these delicious Thanksgiving sides, then keep scrolling for even more Freshgiving recipes to try.
Fluffy Mashed Potatoes
Mashing your cooked potatoes with warm broth instead of cream and butter gives your dish a lighter texture and balanced, savory flavor. Remember to set out the gravy so guests can add as much as they want.
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Fluffy Mashed Potatoes
Green Bean Casserole
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Budget-Friendly Tips
Hosting Thanksgiving on budget can be a creative and rewarding challenge. To help you make the most of it, here are a few more tips and tricks to ensure a memorable and wallet-friendly celebration:
- Plan in Advance: Create your menu in advance so that you can pick up ingredients when they’re on sale.
- Host a Potluck-style Dinner: Try throwing a potluck this year and assigning each guest a dish to bring, or let guests choose their favorite. This can be especially fun as a friends-giving party.
- Use Frozen or Canned Food: Frozen and canned foods are often preserved when they reach their peak of freshness, making them an easy choice for budget friendly sides.
- Love Your Leftovers: Gobble up delicious flavor for days by giving new life to untouched food with these recipes for Thanksgiving leftovers.
Keep the Planning Going
For more tips to stay on a budget this Thanksgiving, visit our Thanksgiving on a Budget guide. Also, check out these helpful Budget-Friendly Meals, and visit our blog for even more fresh, affordable inspiration, including meal planning, recipes and more.
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