CINCINNATI -- Memorial Day cookouts can be expensive with rising grocery prices, but some retailers are now offering special grilling packages that include everything needed for a backyard barbecue at affordable prices.
Walmart's cookout bundle
Walmart has created a complete cookout bundle that feeds eight people for about $6 per person, totaling less than $50 for the entire package.
"What you see here is the items, your pot, your chips, your burgers, your dogs, your condiments, your fixings -- a family of eight for under $6. This is all around $45. That's a great deal this time of year," said Matt Goans from the West Chester Walmart.
The all-inclusive package contains everything needed for a traditional cookout, eliminating the need to shop for individual items and potentially overspend.
Main Items Oscar Mayer Classic Wieners Hot Dogs (10 ct Pack) - two packagesWonder Bread Classic Hot Dog Buns (8 ct) - two packages Sides & Condiments Bush's Original Baked Beans (28 oz Can) - two cansGreat Value Hot Dog Chili Sauce (10.5 oz Can) - one canFreshness Guaranteed Original Potato Salad (32 oz Family Tub) - one containerLay's Classic Potato Chips (8 oz Bag) - one bagFresh Seedless Watermelon - one wholeFresh Sweet Corn on the Cob (4 Count Tray) - one tray Condiments Great Value Tomato Ketchup (24 oz) - one bottleGreat Value Yellow Mustard (20 oz) - one bottleGreat Value Squeeze Sweet Relish (10 fl oz) - one bottle Beverages Pepsi Cola Soda Pop (16.9 fl oz, 12 Pack Bottles) - one packKool Aid Jammers Tropical Punch (10 ct, 6 fl oz pouches) - one box Desserts Freshness Guaranteed Chocolate Chip Bakery Cookies (14 oz, 10 Count) - one packageGreat Value Assorted Flavor Freedom Ice Pops (12 Count) - one box Cookout bundles, meal deals could help you save on essentials this Memorial Day weekend
Kroger's value package for larger gatherings
Kroger has assembled a backyard barbecue bundle that feeds up to 16 people for as little as $3.50 per person. The package includes all the essentials: burgers, hot dogs, buns, sides and dessert.
Main Items
Burgers: Kroger Brand 100% Pure Beef Quarter Pound BurgersBurger Buns: Kroger Brand Sesame Hamburger BunsCheese: Kroger Brand Medium Cheddar Sliced CheeseHot Dogs: Oscar Mayer Classic Wieners (two packages)Hot Dog Buns: Kroger Brand White Hot Dog Buns (three packages) Sides Potato Salad: Kroger Brand Mustard Potato Salad (two containers)Baked Beans: Bush's Original Baked Beans (three cans)Chips: Kroger Brand Potato Chips (two bags)
Available varieties: Classic, Cheddar and Sour Cream, Sweet and Mesquite BBQ, Sour Cream and Onion and more Dessert Cookies: Bakery Fresh Chocolate Chip Cookies (30 count) Kroger Veteran Discount
Date: Monday, May 26
Discount: 10% off total in-store purchase
Who qualifies: Active duty military, veterans and their dependents
Requirements: Must use Kroger Loyalty/Shopper's Card AND present a valid military ID at checkout
Special for Kroger Military Employees: Kroger active duty and veteran associates receive an additional 10% on top of their regular employee discount (total 20% savings)
Notable Exclusions: The discount does not apply to alcohol, tobacco, fuel, money orders, taxes, stamps, gift cards, lottery tickets, prescriptions and certain service fees.
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