Thanksgiving meals are expected to cost less than last year, which will be a big relief for families.
Between preparing the house for your guests, planning the menu, and assembling that menu without overcooking the turkey or clumping the gravy, not to mention the financial burden, it can be hard to host the dinner. is a huge responsibility.
However, there are things you can do to reduce costs.
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Here are nine ways to quickly put money back in your pocket (and maybe save for Christmas) when you host Thanksgiving dinner this year.
Check out these tips.
There are ways to save money when hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year. (St. Petersburg)
9 ways to save cash this year
1. stick to what you know
2. share responsibility
3. Create a menu before shopping
4. First, take a look around the kitchen.
5. Limit last-minute purchases
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6. Find coupons
7. I have plans left
8. Try BYOB
9. use DIY decorations
1. Stick to what you know
While it can be fun to try different recipes, Thanksgiving might not be the best time to try that new dessert recipe you saw on TikTok.
From an economic standpoint, trying new recipes can lead to a lot of wasted ingredients if what you try to make doesn't turn out as planned.
Sticking to recipes you're familiar with will reduce food waste.
2. Share responsibility
Your home may be the setting for a beautiful Thanksgiving feast, but that doesn't mean you're solely responsible.
Don't be afraid to have your guests bring their own food. Having someone else bring the side dishes and desserts can be very helpful and save money.
Don't be afraid to ask others to bring Thanksgiving food to dinner. Family and friends are usually happy to help. (St. Petersburg)
In most cases, your loved one will be happy to help and may even offer to help.
Check in advance who will bring what. That way, you won't end up with two fillings in the pot and the sweet potato casserole runs out.
3. Create a menu before shopping
Once you know what everyone will bring, think about the menu and what you need to make.
Use your list to shop. Otherwise, you will end up buying more than you need.
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Create a clear menu of the dishes you want to eat and write down all the ingredients needed to make them.
Be sure to make a list of the items you need to make Thanksgiving dinner. That way, you won't end up buying more than you need. (Carla Hawley/Rockford Register Star/USA TODAY NETWORK)
4. Look around the kitchen first.
Before you shop at the store, shop in your own kitchen. It probably contains a lot more ingredients than you think.
Duplicate purchases of items, especially spices, can add up to a significant amount of money.
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Please make sure you don't already have the materials before purchasing.
5. Limit last-minute purchases
Classic Thanksgiving items can increase in price and become very limited in quantity as the holiday approaches.
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Try to do most of your shopping in advance to save money and stress. Additionally, when purchasing a turkey, be sure to purchase the appropriate amount depending on the number of guests.
You want to have enough for everyone, but you don't want to spend extra money. turkey It's too big for guests.
6. Find coupons
Don't miss out on coupons. It may not seem like it, but coupons can save you a lot of cash.
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Also, compare the prices of items from different grocery stores to ensure you get the best price possible.
7. There are plans left.
Plan to avoid wasting leftover food.
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Thanksgiving food is perfect for putting together into delicious turkey sandwiches the next day.
No matter how much you plan ahead, there's always going to be leftovers. Don't throw away leftover food. Send them home with your guests instead. (St. Petersburg)
In addition to keeping leftovers for yourself, make a plan for how you will distribute them to your guests. To save money, ask your guests to bring their own Tupperware to take home their leftovers.
8. Try BYOB
Purchasing alcohol for your guests can quickly become a huge expense. You can keep your drink costs down by purchasing cheaper drinks like soda and lemonade.
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If your guests want alcoholic beverages, let them know it's a BYOB event. That way, those who want alcohol can take what they like, and those who don't want alcohol can get other drink options.
9. Use DIY decorations
There's no need to spend a fortune decorating your home this time of year, as there are many inexpensive ways to make your own decorations.
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Plus, building it yourself can be more rewarding and a fun activity for you and your family to do together.
Courtney Moore contributed reporting.
