Restaurants are ready to come the rescue of folks who want the intimacy of Thanksgiving dinner at home without hours of preparation and cooking

Many chains offer take-home feasts to feed four to 10 or more people, sometimes for less than $100.

Most feasts include turkey, ham or other proteins; potatoes, dressing or both; bread and sides. Many include cranberries as well.

Some but not all feasts include desserts such as pumpkin or apple pie.

Many of these bundles are heat-and-serve, meaning hot items will take two or three hours to reheat once you get them home. Some bundles are ready to go, meaning you’ll have to get them home and serve them before they cool off. Make sure you know which you’re ordering.

Nearly all Thanksgiving feasts have to be ordered in advance. Some chains have de

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