With all of those side dishes, an array of desserts, and of course that big old turkey, Thanksgiving dinner can be a costly meal! Short of opting for turkey lunch meat instead of a real bird, here are some ideas for saving money on that Thanksgiving dinner.

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Save-A-Lot Dinner for Four Under $15: Live near a Save-A-Lot grocery store? Then you’re in luck because Thanksgiving dinner for four won’t cost you more than $15 if you shop here. The meal includes turkey, sweet potatoes, veggies, pie and more. When you use this printable $5 off coupon you’ll spend less than $15 on everything.

Wait to Buy: Thanksgiving is close and if you haven’t done your shopping yet, that’s actually a good thing. Your procrastination may pay off. Most grocery stores offer their best deals right before the holiday. Also, make sure you don’t buy too big of a bird. You may think you can never have too much turkey, but the more you buy the more it will cost. Calculate the perfect size turkey with these free online calculators from Butterball. Just fill in a few details about the number of people you’re feeding and how many leftovers you’d like.

Ask for a Little Help: Chances are you’re inviting some friends and family to your Thanksgiving meal. Don’t let them come empty handed. Ask them to bring a bottle of wine, a side dish or a dessert. They won’t mind helping out with the meal and it will end up saving you a little money on your holiday food budget.