• I tried making Aldi's $40 Thanksgiving dinner, which includes turkey, sides, and desserts. • The meal could definitely serve 10 people as promised, and it was really easy to prepare. • Though we couldn't find a turkey at Aldi and didn't love the mac and cheese, it was a great value.

I look forward to Thanksgiving dinner all year long, no matter where it comes from or how it's prepared.

In recent years, I've cooked a full Turkey Day spread using only Ina Garten recipes and saved time in the kitchen by ordering our Thanksgiving meal from chains like Costco and Cracker Barrel.

One thing I've learned: As long as essentials like turkey, mashed potatoes, and mac and cheese are on the table, my family is happy.

That's why Aldi's recent announcement about its shopping list for a $40 Than

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