Will Thanksgiving strain consumers’ budgets more this year? The answer varies depending on what ends up on the table. New research from Empower shows that 57% of Americans feel they are being “priced out” of their own kitchens because groceries have become too expensive to prepare a holiday meal at home. Nearly half (47%) say they are replacing turkey with more affordable options; 38% plan to serve chicken instead, and about one-third expect to serve burgers, pizza, or fast food to manage costs.

According to Empower’s calculations, a classic Thanksgiving dinner for 10 people costs $73.09. However, that total may shift depending on the grocery store, recipe selection, and the number of guests.

Price changes since last year

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data indicates that the Consumer

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