A Dollar General Thanksgiving Dinner

Hey friends! In this video I make a Thanksgiving dinner using only ingredients (minus spices and oil) from Dollar General on a $24 budget.

*Dollar General isn't always the best value compared to places like Walmart or Aldi, but these videos are more about accessibility and getting creative with a limited grocery selection.*

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Some of my favorite things that you see in my kitchen.

Instant Pot Duo Plus 6qt

Aroma Rice Cooker

KitchenAid Stainless Steel Wire Masher

Rainbow Regular Mouth Mason Jar Lids

Rainbow Wide Mouth Mason Jar Lids

Heavy Duty Egg Slicer

Lodge 12" Cast Iron Skillet

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[balamb]

I wouldn’t give the haters any thought when it comes to their opinions on shopping. They obviously don’t know what it’s like living the struggle. What I love about this video is the same thing that I have loved on all of your videos. It’s your way of taking these humble ingredients that some people will turn their nose up at and turning them into actual meals that taste good and anyone would be proud of. A single mother may take these ideas and give her kids their first true thanksgiving meal because you showed that it’s possible. Thank you for the care and compassion you put into every video!!

[AlwaysonTayaTime]

My Mother in Law lives in a place that has a Dollar General, but the nearest grocery store is 36 miles away. There are so many people in small places like this, so these videos are super helpful.

[getoffmydarnlawn]

"Struggling is not a moral failing" is a phrase this world would benefit from memorizing and internalizing.

[laimaz]

I love that you make everything special, on a budget. And you never look down on people, for not being able to afford the best. You make” thrifty “ delicious!!

[graceramos]

This is gonna sound weird but your using the piece of junk mail to write notes totally brought me back to my childhood as my parents would leave us notes of instruction on such junk mail! 😂

[linanne-ts]

dont let the trolls get to you..I think you give very good options and advice to limited consumers...I live rural upstate NY;...grow alot of my own veggies and some meat...not everyone is able to do what I do..chin up girl

[lorigasca]

Many years when my older children were small. We never missed a holiday. It might not be a traditional holiday meal. But we were fortunate enough to be grateful for what we had.

[bonniethiessen]

You made a meal that anyone would be thankful to eat!!! It looks like a fancy, expensive restaurant meal. You just taught people who can't afford a lot or a small family that doesn't want a lot, how to make a delicious meal ❤❤❤❤❤ My family of 3 are living in a pop-up camper right now. We have an electric skillet to cook our meals. I watch your videos and others also to help figure our meals. Thank you and I hope you have a blessed Thanksgiving 🙏

[CatMom]

I’ve eaten raw cake batter for 60 years and am still here. Never got sick from licking the bowl. The cake sounds good

[heathertackett]

When we were young and just starting out we had no car, no money, no help. We walked everywhere including work and to grocery shop. Poverty was exhausting! We lived in a food desert and often walked to the local mom and pop convience store. Selection was low and prices were high. This kind of creativity would have worth millions to us! Keep doing what you do. We have all of those things now but still make some of your recipes lol

[mrsrobinson]

I would never have thought to add cranberries to cake mix. It sounds delicious. Once again, good job! 👏

[T.T.LovesAmbience]

Yay, my favorite YouTuber!! When I see Lisa, I click! 😁👍

[theresa]

That deli turkey with stuffing trick, which i learned from you, is something i still do !!! Everyone likes it!❤❤❤❤

[ManyaP]

Yay, I love that you are posting more frequently. Anyone can cook a great meal with highest quality ingredients; it takes someone with real creativity to make a delectable meal out of stuff from discount stores. You truly are amazing and your content gives me so much comfort in a weary world.

[laurac]

Some people have nothing better to do than to try to drag others down. These are good videos

[patmelville]

Absolutely love it! turkey skewers… didn't see that one coming so creative!

[iluvyrvsm]

its been a while since i watched u. i was still living with my parents then, but being out of high school and having to budget on my own.. i HAD to find you again. after a few searches, im glad that i did. keep doing these videos please, you’re helping a lot of people ❤

[chachachubs]

The dollar general by my job has a fresh produce section now. Nothing looks too good and is over priced, but I was impressed they had it.

[nancycarney]

I love the budget friendly meals for those who may not have Thanksgiving otherwise. Well done. You always make a balanced meal.

[gladysfenick]

Dollar general started selling some fresh produce . You've always been good at helping people make some meal for a holiday . Kudos for you Lisa .