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However,budget-consciousshoppers know how to stretch their dollars and serve a holiday-worthy meal.

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Heres a look at some groceryitems frugal people buy for Christmas.

Frozen Turkey

Fresh turkeys are more expensive per pound than frozen.

To save money, frugal people purchase frozen over fresh and plan the thawing process into their meal prep.

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With a little broth and butter, it easily turns into a savory, holiday-appropriate side dish.

BoxedGreat Value cornbread stuffingis only $0.97 and contains six servings.

Homemade stuffing, however, can cost about $4 for six servings.

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Canned Cranberry Sauce

Canned cranberry sauce is another budget-friendly option for frugal people.

Plus, it pairs perfectly with chicken.

They also often opt for generic brands that cost less and are perfect for pairing with dips.

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Also, they tend to opt for generic brands over national ones.

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