Reply #8: You can always order one of those meals from the grocery store

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My folks have done that in the past, and the food is actually decent. The price would probably come out about the same as cooking it all from scratch. You can ask your guests to bring extra side dishes and desserts, and the booze, if that's part of the tradition. If anyone complains, tell them that next year, it's their turn.