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cheap thanksgiving dinner

Cheap Thanksgiving Dinner: 7 Ways to Feast Without Guilt


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A budget-friendly Thanksgiving dinner recipe that delivers great taste without overspending.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 whole turkey (1012 pounds)
  • 2 cups stuffing mix
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 4 cups mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup green beans
  • 1 cup gravy
  • 1 pumpkin pie

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the turkey by seasoning it and stuffing it with stuffing mix.
  3. Roast the turkey in the oven for about 3 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  4. Boil potatoes until tender, then mash with butter and milk.
  5. Steam green beans until tender.
  6. Heat gravy and serve with turkey.
  7. Serve cranberry sauce on the side.
  8. Finish the meal with a slice of pumpkin pie.

Notes

  • Buy a frozen turkey to save money.
  • Make stuffing from scratch using leftover bread.
  • Use seasonal vegetables for side dishes.
  • Consider making desserts at home.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 80g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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