Here's where to buy a Thanksgiving meal for 10 for under $50

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If you're looking for a way to make your family's Thanksgiving gathering more affordable, you're not alone. A trip to the grocery store can quickly become expensive, especially during the holiday season when you need to purchase ingredients to prepare a large meal for extended family and friends. But I have some welcome news for your wallet.

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Aldi recently announced that it would be slashing prices on many popular Thanksgiving foods. Thanks to these even lower prices, shoppers can purchase and prepare an entire Thanksgiving meal to feed 10 eaters for less than $50. Find out how to plan a successful feast that won't break your budget.

Shopping during the busy holiday season is stressful enough due to traffic and crowds. The last thing you need is added stress over the cost of your shopping trip.

But Aldi recently slashed prices on many staples, including popular holiday foods that typically appear on a Thanksgiving table. The newly reduced prices could help more families celebrate the upcoming holidays without draining their checking accounts.

Thanks to recent discounts, shoppers can serve a holiday meal for 10 people at an affordable price. The retailer has put together a recommended list of Thanksgiving essentials that are just $47.

Here are the items on Aldi's Thanksgiving meal shopping list and the recommended purchase quantities to feed 10 people:

product	Quantity to purchase
Butterball Whole Turkey (16 pounds)	1
Spices and herbs for poultry from the stone mill	1
Stonemill Brown Gravy Mix (0.87 ounces)	3
L'Oven Fresh Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (12 ounces)	1
Fresh Cranberries (12 ounces)	1
Mac & Cheese Cheese Club Shells and Cheese (12 ounces)	2
Russet potatoes (10 pounds)	1
Sweet potatoes (3 pounds)	1
Baker's Corner Miniature Marshmallows	1
Happy Harvest Canned French Green Beans	2
Condensed cream of mushroom soup from the kitchen cupboard	1
French fried onions from the cooking cupboard	1
Cooking Cupboard Fill (6 ounces)	2
Yellow onions (3 pounds)	1
Peeled Baby Carrots (16 ounces)	1
Celery (1 pack)	1
Friendly Farms Whipped Milk Topping	1
Bake the House Creations pie crust	1
Baker's Corner 100% pure canned pumpkin	1
Baker's Corner condensed milk	1

Data source: Aldi

With these items in your cart, you'll have everything you need to prepare a complete Thanksgiving feast: turkey and gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, sweet potato casserole, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie.

Prices may vary by location and are subject to availability. However, you can expect to pay around $47 for the essentials mentioned above. If you're looking to serve up a delicious Thanksgiving spread, Aldi could help you get what you need to impress your guests without sacrificing your financial goals.

Whether you buy your Christmas essentials from Aldi or another retailer, grocery deals like this can help you spend the holidays with your friends and family for less. Not only do you take advantage of the opportunity to save money through shopping deals, but also take advantage of the chance to earn rewards with the right credit card in your wallet.

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Don't have an Aldi near you? There are other retailers with great deals on holiday staples. One example is Costco.

The Warehouse Club retailer offers members-only pricing on turkey, fresh produce, baked goods and prepared sides. With a Costco membership, you can save money by getting everything you need to prepare a delicious Thanksgiving meal at your local club. If you're not already a member, consider joining before the busy holiday season.

Costco membership costs $65 or $130 per year, depending on the membership level. Although this is an investment, Costco offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee on memberships. If you are dissatisfied, you can cancel your membership and Costco will refund your membership fees.

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