Testing Thanksgiving Dinner Ideas for $20 | Budget Thanksgiving at Walmart

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Lower calorie option or more budget-friendly.

elbow macaroni

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: generic pasta brands

More nutritious or cost-effective.

Cook elbow macaroni in chicken broth instead of plain water.

Drain macaroni and toss with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Add 2 tablespoons of sweetened condensed milk to the sauce.

Add flour gradually to create a roux for thickening.

Whisk in 1 cup of heavy whipping cream and 2 cups of half and half.

Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and triple cheddar cheese.

Add salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning to taste.

Fold in the cooked macaroni until well coated.

Transfer mixture to a casserole dish and top with extra cheese.

Bake at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes.

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