Staying on budget for Thanksgiving

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The Holidays are fast approaching

It’s time to start planning for Thanksgiving dinner. Don’t let the excitement of preparing a dinner to impress family and friends burden your finances. Here’s how to enjoy your meal and please your guests without breaking the

bank.

Save money before and after the big day with these practices.

Save money by buying generic versions of supporting ingredients like broth, spices or veggies.

Buy off-brand

Shop early You can avoid the Thanksgiving mob and really take the time to search for sales. Going the day before is crowded, stressful, and most of the good stuff, including the deals, has already been purchased.

Host a Thanksgiving potluck Save time and money by inviting your guests to share their favorite dish. Everyone has at least one heirloom or favorite dish, and guests with dietary concerns can ensure they have something they can eat. Telling the stories of these dishes can be a great conversation piece to add to the dinner table.

Inexpensive and delicious recipes to try this

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Bacon cornbread stuffing Need we say more? Use bacon to elevate your cornbread to new heights.

Monkey bread This recipe can be made with fewer than 10 ingredients and a crockpot.

Thanksgiving on a budget A basic, traditional Thanksgiving meal on a budget.

Pumpkin Pie This pumpkin pie keeps all the tastes of a traditional pie, but we promise its vegan.

Sweet Potato Casserole This sweet potatoes casserole has all of the sweet potato flavor, but it’s vegan, gluten free and refined sugar-free.

Turkey Alternatives There are plenty of alternatives to turkey out there. Here’s a great one. Wild Mushroom Croustades.

Sources Monkey Bread

http://thefrugalgirls.com/2014/04/crockpot-monkey-bread-recipe.html

Bacon Cornbread Stuffing

http://fabulesslyfrugal.com/bacon-cornbread-stuffing-recipe/#_a5y_p=3269329

Frugal Thanksgiving

http://www.menus4moms.com/frugal-mom-thanksgiving-recipes-2013/

Pumpkin Pie

http://www.vegkitchen.com/recipes/easy-vegan-pumpkin-or-squash-pie

Sweet Potato Casserole

http://ohsheglows.com/2014/11/04/saweet-potato-casserole-with-a-crunchy-nut-crumble-vegan-gf/

Wild Mushroom Croustades

http://www.whatwouldcathyeat.com/2012/11/wild-mushroom-croustades/