The Most Important Thing You Will Forget This Thanksgiving

The holidays are bringing about family gatherings and while I don't wish ill will upon anyone for them, is it really a family affair without a little chaos during the event?  Especially if someone didn't remember what part of the day they were supposed to help with.

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As you begin to prepare for the fun of the holiday family gathering, there is a specific item that you really should check to make sure you have enough of.  Grab the grocery list, there is more than just turkey and pumpkin pie to stock up on.

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The Most Important Thing You Will Forget This Thanksgiving

Every part of the holiday meal is important.  From appetizers to the desserts, you want it to be perfect.  And as you begin to prepare the feast, you reach in the refrigerator to realize you only have half a stick of the yellow goodness.

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Yes, good old butter.  It is one of the main ingredients in pretty much everything that goes with your preparing Thanksgiving dinner.  And then again of course during that meal.  Nobody wants to be without butter on a biscuit or mashed potatoes at the table.

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You Won't Believe the Average Amount of Butter Used for Thanksgiving

Surveys show that butter is an all-time favorite for people to use.  Nearly three quarters of those responding said that it was their favorite ingredient, and over half said they "literally couldn't live without it".

Stocking up for the big meal means using more than double the weekly average a normal family uses butter.  During the holiday, around 5 sticks of butter are used per household.  That is a lot of sweet potatoes on the table!