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#84 Jeanette Huston

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#46 Olivia @ Of Such is the Kingdom

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holidaymealsOOh,Thanksgiving is just around the corner! I am going on a cruise for like  a day and a half, then come back and then bam, good food galore!

Its funny because my house has no real thanksgiving traditions like many families. It seems every year it changes where we eat, who we are eating with, and even what we are eating!

One thing I always make sure to bring, even if I am not hosting, is my chicken tortellini side dish. I know its not a classical fall “dish” (then again, I live in the south) but its so tasty and keeps good for days after thanksgiving is long over. Come to think about it, I think I will make it for dinner tomorrow night!

Here is the recipe I have been using for years. The only thing difference is that I add cut up boneless skinless (cooked of course) chicken breasts:

  • 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
  • 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated chicken-filled tortellini
  • 4 cups shredded leaf lettuce
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1. Cook and drain tortellinis as directed on packages. Mix lettuce, basil, tomatoes and pepper in medium bowl. Stir in tortellinis.
  • 2. Mix oil, vinegar and mustard; toss with tortellini mixture. Cover and refrigerate about 1 hour or until chilled.

As you are probably well aware, Thanksgiving can be quite expensive. Buying turkey, potatoes, dressing, cranberry sauce (does anyone actually eat that?), rolls, corn, and pumpkin pie can add up!

This year Walmart is helping back by showing you how you can get Thanksgiving meals for eight for only $20!!! No, seriously! That’s less then it costs to go to the movies where I am from.

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A turkey dinner for eight as low as $20

According to a survey by the American Farm Bureau Federation, last year’s average cost of a turkey was roughly $1.19 per pound. Select Grade A turkeys are available now for 40 cents per pound at Walmart.* These gobblers are part of Walmart’s $20 Thanksgiving menu guaranteeing family favorites will be on the dinner table this holiday season. Walmart’s $20 Thanksgiving feast includes:

  • One 12-pound Grade A turkey*
  • Three 11 to 15.5-ounce cans Green Giant vegetables
  • Two 14-ounce cans Ocean Spray cranberry sauce
  • Three 6-ounce boxes of Stove Top stuffing
  • One 5-pound bag of red potatoes
  • One 12-count package of Sara Lee dinner rolls
  • One 22-ounce pumpkin roll cake

*Prices and availability may vary in AK, HI, OK, NM, WI and at Walmart.com. Prices on select Grade A turkeys begin November 4; limit two turkeys per customer; weights and brands vary by store. Quantities are limited; no rain checks. All prices do not include tax.

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Giveaway

We want to help you with your holiday planning (probably a little late for Thanksgiving, but definitely for Christmas) by proving two momdot visitors with (1) $30 gift card each for holiday meals.

All you need to do is comment below telling us your favorite holiday memory.

You may comment as much as you like till the contest ends-providing you have lots of memories to share! Contest ends on Monday, November the 30th, random draw, and the winners will be emailed directly.

~Trisha

I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour campaign by Mom Central on behalf of Walmart. In addition, I received a Walmart gift certificate to thank me for taking the time to participate and two to offer as a giveaway.