Healthy Thanksgiving Side & Dessert Dishes to Try This Year

WESTLAND, Mich.,––The holidays are right around the corner, and you know what that means: junk food galore! From pies to mashed potatoes and gravy, your favorite home cooked delights aren't always the best for your body. It's great to indulge every now and then, but you can avoid the stomach aches and the need for a big nap after Thanksgiving dinner with a few healthy swaps. Here are a few of our favorite healthy Thanksgiving side & dessert dishes to try this year:

1. Honey Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries and Feta

This dish screams "fall" in a delicious sweet and savory way. 

2. Mashed Cauliflower with Parmesan and Chives

Pro-Tip: make this recipe a happy compromise with half potatoes & half cauliflower.

3. Cheesy Spinach Balls

These little green-filled guys can be used as an appetizer or a side dish.

4. Green Bean Mushroom Saute 

You can appease to picky eaters by doing half of this dish with mushrooms and half without.

5. Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Brussel Sprouts

This dish is full of good fiber! Feel free to get creative with the herbs and spices you use. 

6. Skinny Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

You can't beat a healthier version of pumpkin pie and cheesecake in one easy dish! 

7. Healthy Apple Crisp 

Pro-Tip: Skip the regular vanilla ice cream and try Halo Top or another ice cream alternative.

8. Vanilla Orange Candied Cranberries

These little bites are full of sophisticated flavor that feels like you're eating candy.

9. Gluten Free No-Bake Salted Caramel Pumpkin Bars

The name is a mouthful, but this is a great option for those who don't do gluten!

10. Maple Vanilla Baked Pears

Most of us choose to do an apple or pumpkin based dessert, but how about giving pears a try?

We hope these healthy Thanksgiving side and dessert dishes give you the arsenal to eat better and feel better this year! We're all about healthy alternatives when it comes to fueling our bodies and fun ways to keep our bodies moving all year round, especially when we're preparing for our 5K Fun Run that happens in May. Stay tuned to our blog for some workout ideas you can use to combat the fatigue during the holiday season and for tips and tricks on how to take care of yourself and your car this winter. 

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Give Thanks to Your Car This November

WESTLAND, Mich.,––As you know, Thanksgiving is coming up quickly. November is the perfect time of year to reflect on your life and be thankful and grateful for what you have! There are plenty ways to practice this and a few ways you can do so with your car. If you're a proud Ford owner, here are a few ways you can be thankful for your mode of transportation and a few ways you can give thanks to your car this November.

1. Be Thankful for Owning a Ford!

Ford Motor Company has been a leader in providing reliable, stylish, and affordable vehicles to consumers for over 100 years. They've been completely family owned, just like us at North Brothers, for all of that time, too. Not to mention, Ford is one of the "Big 3" and is based out of Dearborn, Michigan - not far from Westland. Some, like ourselves, take pride in owning and driving an American vehicle!

2. Be Thankful for Your Freedom to Drive

As a car owner, you most likely have a driver's license! This means you have the tools and the freedom to drive wherever you like, whenever you like, and that's pretty awesome. For every other driver's sake, make sure you're practicing courteous and cautious driving behavior.

3. Be Thankful for Your Car's Safety Features

Ford's engineers are experienced, knowledgeable, and work hard in the initial building and testing phases to ensure consumer safety. As do other manufacturers, Ford includes many standard and optional safety features with new vehicles such as rear view camera, blind spot warning, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, etc.

4. Be Thankful for Your Ability to Pay for Gas, Insurance, Registration, Etc. 

Unless someone else is paying for all of this, give yourself a pat on the back! So many people in the United States aren't privileged enough to even own a car. Be thankful for your ability to cover the costs of registration, auto insurance, routine maintenance, gas, etc. These are the things that keep your car in "good standing" and without them, you might not have the freedom to use your car as you wish.

Ways You Can Give Thanks to Your Car this November 

In appreciation of your car providing you the freedom to go places, give thanks to it with a little TLC. How can you do this? Routine maintenance and a little clean up is what we recommend! Here are a few tasks you can complete throughout the month:

-Fill up your tires to the recommended PSI level
-Invest in some Winter tires and floor mats
-Have an oil change done
-Get an all-around inspection
-Have any outstanding repairs done
-Take it through the car wash and get it waxed
-Clean out the interior


We'd be happy to help you give thanks to your car this November with our routine maintenance services and auto body work. If you're in need of a new vehicle to be thankful for before Winter arrives, let us know and we'd be happy to hunt down the perfect Ford! Now through the end of November, active Military members and Veterans can get up $1,000 bonus cash on top of current offers for Ford F-150 or Ford Super Duty models. Shop our inventory online to see what's available at North Brothers in Westland, and stop by for a test drive. We look forward to seeing you!


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When Are the Best and Worst Times to Travel for Thanksgiving?

WESTLAND, Mich. –– Last year, AAA estimated over 46 million people would make a pilgrimage of 50 miles or more for turkey on Thanksgiving, and it's right to assume that number could stay consistent this November. With copious cars and families making holiday journeys, traffic jams and gridlock are inevitable if you don't know when the best and worst times are to travel for Thanksgiving.

Fortunately, Google spent two years analyzing traffic conditions around the time of Thanksgiving and compiled a mass of helpful data for you to plan your Turkey Day travels around. Before you hit the road for the holidays, consider using these tips to plan your trip.

The worst day to travel is Wednesday.
If you haven't noticed, everyone else usually has the same brilliant idea as you do, which means millions of travelers are planning on taking half-days at work and making turkey trips on Wednesday. It's best to avoid traveling the day before Thanksgiving, but if you have to make the trip on Wednesday, avoid traveling from 3–5 p.m. when the heaviest traffic is likely to occur.

The best day to travel is Thursday.
Is it any surprise the day that most people are busy watching football or sitting down to feast on a bird also happens to be the best to travel on? It may not seem ideal arriving at your Thanksgiving destination on the day of, but if you like the idea of skipping out on traffic jams and gridlock then traveling on Thursday could work in your favor.

Watch more football on Saturday, head home Sunday.
It's understandable that you don't want to overstay your welcome at a family member's, or maybe you're just ready to get home. Either way, staying an extra day could save you from a stressful return journey. Heading-home, traffic on Thanksgiving weekend can be 40% worse on Saturday than on other days. On that note, have another helping of turkey and mashed potatoes, or one of these Thanksgiving side dishes, because you're sticking around until Sunday if you want to dodge traffic.

In addition to understanding when the best and worst times are to travel for Thanksgiving, it's good to know a few travel tips that can keep you safe on the road.

• Check the weather ahead before you set out to avoid accident-prone highways as well as the traffic jams that result from slower speeds and wrecks.
• Map your route in advance. Knowing where construction and busy roads are will significantly reduce your time on the road.
• Have roadside assistance contact information on hand. If you encounter a problem or you're involved in an accident, you should have your roadside assistance number and policy information ready.
• Make sure your vehicle is prepared for the drive. If your vehicle hasn't had any recent  taken care of, it could have a few underlying issues developing. Stop by our service center for an oil change and to have your tires inspected before your long drive. It might also be helpful to take a look at our other car care and driving tips.

We're always happy to help our customers prepare for safe travels. If you have other questions or maintenance needs, stop by North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185. We're proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Give us a call at (888) 806-7163. Our knowledgeable sales team will be happy to help you!

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Easy Soup Recipes to Get You Through to Thanksgiving

WESTLAND, Mich.––Thanksgiving is just a little over a week away. Between calls to family members about travel plans and the Thanksgiving Day feast menu and your regular work schedule, you may be feeling like you just want to eat takeout for the next week. If you're not keen on takeout, or just would rather eat a home cooked meal with the family, we've got you taken care of. Try one of these easy soup recipes to get you through to Thanksgiving! Note: these recipes are best enjoyed with a warm blanket, on the couch, with your favorite show on.

5-Ingredient Broccoli Cheese Soup

Chicken Pot Pie Soup

Slow Cooker Potato Soup

Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

Vegetable Soup

These easy soup recipes to get you through to Thanksgiving are able to be frozen, so if you don't gobble it all up before the Holiday weekend, you can save it for later! You could also use these soup recipes as the soup/salad offering for Thanksgiving dinner itself. Either way, we hope you enjoy the simplicity of a one-pot, homemade, warm, and cozy meal. 

We want to help you stay warm and cozy on the road this season, especially when the snow arrives. Make sure to check out our Fall Car Care tips to learn about what auto service and maintenance you should have done before winter, like a heating and ventilation system inspection. To get prepared for winter, you should also consider having a set of winter tires put on your car. You can get a quote and a low price guarantee at North Brothers!

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6 Reasons Thanksgiving Is Not Your Average American Holiday

WESTLAND, Mich. –– With turkey at the center of Thanksgiving, it's easy to overlook the myriad oddities that make it a unique holiday Americans love. But if we look beyond the hours spent on meal preparation involved and the debates between white and dark meat, what might we find? We did a little fact hunting and came up with six reasons Thanksgiving isn't your average American holiday. From turkey trivia to historical holiday moments, these facts will change how you look at Thanksgiving.

1. The first TV dinners were Thanksgiving leftovers.

In 1953, Swanson had over 260 tons of frozen turkey leftover from Thanksgiving. To use up these leftovers, the company scooped turkey, potatoes, peas, and corn-bread into aluminum trays. The meals could be frozen and heated when ready to be consumed, and the concept of families eating around the dinner table was forever changed.

2. The first Thanksgiving football game.

The history of Thanksgiving football originates with the Detroit Lions, who hosted the Chicago Bears on Thanksgiving Day in 1934. The Lions lost 19–16, which isn't surprising by today's standards, though they were a second-place team in 1934. Today, only two NFL teams––the Detroit Lions and the Dallas Cowboys––host Thanksgiving football games each year, while a third game with no fixed opponents shifts between the rest of the NFL teams each year.

3. Tryptophan in turkey doesn't make you sleepy.

It's not the tryptophan in Turkey that is making you sleepy, it's your potatoes––and every other side dish replete with carbohydrates. Eating a huge plate of simple carbs and washing it down with alcohol will make you want to take a post-meal nap, but turkey won't.

4. A turkey can grow to be the size of a large dog.

The heaviest turkey ever served on Thanksgiving was 86 pounds, about the size of a large dog. However, this is uncommon, as most turkeys weigh in at 11–24 pounds. We're still trying to figure out how someone fits an 86-pound turkey in their oven.

5. Americans consume 690 million pounds of turkey on Thanksgiving.

On Thanksgiving, the turkey takes center stage in American homes, so it's not surprising the nation consumes 690 million pounds of it in one holiday. To give you an idea of how much turkey that is, imagine the weight of 172,500 new Ford cars.

6. The first Thanksgiving lasted three days.

Americans generally take one day to celebrate Thanksgiving, unless you count the weekend after as a continuation of that celebration. Either way, today's Thanksgiving holiday doesn't hold a candle to the pilgrims' celebration. Over the course of three days, new inhabitants of American partook in plenty of good eating, games, dancing, and shooting to celebrate their arrival.

When you're at the table with family and friends for Turkey Day this November, test their holiday knowledge and see if they're aware of these six reasons Thanksgiving isn't your average American holiday. If you're traveling for Thanksgiving this year, make sure you plan accordingly and use our Thanksgiving travel tips to avoid traffic. Stop by our dealership to take car of any car repair or auto service your vehicle may need.

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Delicious Side Dishes to Make for Thanksgiving

WESTLAND, Mich. –– Thanksgiving is known for the spectacular feasts and time spent with friends and family. To make your gathering unforgettable this November, we've gathered a few delicious side dishes to make for Thanksgiving, and they're sure to become a yearly staple at your Thanksgiving feast.

1. Classic Sweet Potato Casserole 

This mouthwatering sweet potato casserole is sure to be the talk of the town with crunchy pecans and sweet potatoes. For this recipe, you'll need:

• 4 1/2 lbs. sweet potatoes
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1 1/4 cups cornflakes cereal, crushed
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans
• 1 tbsp. brown sugar
• 1 tbsp. butter, melted
• 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees to start with, and then bake your sweet potatoes (whole) for one hour or until tender. Let them stand for about 20 minutes and then peel and mash them. Reduce the temperature of your oven to 350 degrees. Beat your mashed sweet potatoes with granulated sugar, butter, milk, eggs ,salt and vanilla extract until smooth. Spoon potato mixture into a greased 11x7 inch banking dish. Combine cornflakes, pecans, sugar and butter in a small bowl. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake your dish for 30 minutes then remove from oven and sprinkle marshmallows on top of the cornflake mixture. After you do this, you'll want to bake an additional 10 minutes then let stand 10 minutes before serving.

2. Buttermilk Biscuits

This recipe has a surprising ingredient that takes the biscuit from good to extraordinary. You'll need:

• 2 cups self-rising flour (plus another cup for dusting work surface)
• 1/2 stick butter, cut into small pieces
• 1 tbsp. butter melted
• 1/4 cup cream cheese
• 3/4 cup buttermilk

Preheat your oven to 500 degrees. In a large bowl, combine two cups of flour, butter pieces, and cream cheese. Use your fingers to cut in the butter and cream cheese until the mixture resembles cottage cheese. Add the buttermilk and mix with your hands or a small rubber spatula. Sprinkle flour over the dough, and then turn dough onto a well-floured surface. Take a rolling pin and roll out the dough into a 1/2 inch thick oval. Using a flour covered biscuit cutter, cut out the biscuits and brush the tops with melted butter. Place pan in the oven, immediately reduce temperature to 450 degrees, and bake for about 16–18 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown.

3.  Cornbread and Sausage Stuffing. 

Thanksgiving is incomplete without stuffing. That's why we've gathered this delicious recipe that's great for stuffing inside the turkey, or just eating out of the banking dish. You'll need:

• 1 lb. fresh pork sausage, crumbled
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 celery, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 lbs. prepared cornbread, cut into cubes
• 3 tbsp. finely chopped sage
• 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1–2 cups reduced sodium chicken broth

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. You'll want to cook your sausage until browned and cooked through, and then transfer to a large bowl. Add the onion, celery and 1/4 cup water to the pan you cooked the sausage in. Reduce the heat and cook until vegetables soften. Season generously with salt and pepper and then add to sausage in bowl. Add the cornbread, sage, and eggs to sausage and veggie mixture. Bring broth to a simmer in a small saucepan and then pour 1/2 cup over stuffing and toss gently. If needed, add up to 1/2 cup more broth until stuffing feels slightly moist. You can stuff it into the turkey or spoon it into a baking pan to cook for 25 minutes.

With Thanksgiving rapidly approaching, we hope that these delicious side dishes to make for Thanksgiving have inspired you. While we're more than happy to supply you with great recipes to feed you and your family, our specialty is still with cars. If you have any questions concerning auto service like tires and brakes, don't hesitate to contact us or stop by our dealership!

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8 Turkey Tips to Cook the Best Bird on Thanksgiving

WESTLAND, Mich. –– The cooking of a Thanksgiving turkey is considered an art form of which your dinner guests serve as the critics. This makes loading a bird into an oven a more daunting task than it should be, not to mention turkeys are easy to dry out or undercook. To combat the stress of preparing a palatable meal for your family and friends this November, check out these eight turkey tips to cook the best bird on Thanksgiving, and we guarantee you'll please the pickiest of eaters.

1. Decide what the right size turkey is for your party. 

If you're hosting a large gathering, you'll probably need a 20-pound bird to satisfy their Thanksgiving appetites. A good way to estimate the size of the turkey you'll need is to assume every person at your party will eat about 1 1/2 pounds of turkey, including the bones and giblets.

2. Properly defrost your turkey. 

It's recommended you thaw your turkey in the refrigerator to stifle the growth of harmful bacteria. Place the turkey breast-side-up onto a rimmed baking sheet and place it in your fridge. Allow a full day of thawing for every four pounds of turkey.

3. Properly clean your turkey.

Remove the giblets and save them for gravy stock. Rinse the turkey under cool running water and dry it, inside and out, with paper towels. Make sure your turkey is completely dry.

4. Cook your turkey in a stainless steel roasting pan. 

Stainless steel roasting pans distribute heat more evenly, and they last a lifetime. It's best to use a rectangular roasting pan with medium height sides and strong handles to contain the size and weight of your turkey.

5. Don't stuff your turkey.  

When you stuff a moist turkey, you run the risk of harmful bacteria growing on your food if your turkey or stuff is undercooked. Instead, consider breaking tradition and cooking your stuffing in a separate dish.

6. If you do stuff your turkey, do it like this.

Make sure to stuff your turkey right before it goes in the oven as opposed to stuff it ahead of time. Stuffing expands as it cooks, so fill the turkey's cavity loosely. A 12–15-pound turkey takes about 10 cups of stuffing, while a 15–20-pound turkey can hold up to 12 cups.

7. Don't overcook or undercook your turkey. 

To avoid overcooking or undercooking your turkey, set it on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. After the first hour, regularly baste the turkey with pan drippings so that the meat stays moist and browns evenly. Roast your turkey until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

8. Let your turkey rest after it cooks.

When your turkey is done, gently tent your turkey with aluminum foil and let it sit for 15-20 minutes to absorb the pan juices and what you basted it in.

Hopefully these eight turkey tips to cook the best bird on Thanksgiving get you through the holiday stress-free. If you have any further questions about cooking a turkey or fending off grumpy relatives who have special bird preferences, we're sad to admit we may not be the best resource. However, we can offer you a few tasty appetizer recipes that may put them at ease here. 

Additionally, if you have any questions about oil changes, auto service, or car repair for the fall and winter seasons, we'd be happy to assist you. North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgeable sales team will be happy to help!

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Classic Thanksgiving Side Dishes

WESTLAND, Mich.- It's not a complete Thanksgiving feast without those Classic Thanksgiving Side Dishes! Every family has a special twist that they put on their holiday meals, but almost every table will feature the Classic Thanksgiving Side Dishes: mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and green bean casserole!

We've gathered up some quick Classic Thanksgiving Side Dish Tips to help you prepare a delicious dinner:

Mashed Potatoes: For this classic use whole russet potatoes. Mash them with 1/2 to 1 stick of butter, 1 cup hot milk and salt and pepper. Add your own taste by experimenting with sour cream, yogurt, spices or herbs!

Stuffing: Always a classic, making stuffing by mixing melted the butter, diced celery and onions, sage, thyme, salt and pepper, and turkey or chicken broth, then simmer. In a separate bowl, mix eggs, parsley and stale bread cubes. Mix it all together, dump into a baking dish and baken until golden! As with all of these recipes, make it your own by adding apples, cranberries, walnuts or sausage!

Cranberry Sauce: This sweet classic side dish has a base of fresh cranberries and sugar. From there you can make it your own, add: orange juice, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, orange zest, or brown sugar. Then cook, stirring until the cranberries pop!

Green Bean Casserole: This is a one dish classic! Mix together green beans, french fried onions, dash of pepper, splash of milk and some cream of mushroom soup. Then just pop it in the oven for less than 30 minutes! Top if off with some more onions for a crunch and you're done.

As with any of your Thanksgiving recipes, don't be scared to add in your own special spice or family twist. And check out our tips for How To Thaw A Turkey Safely and How To Cook A Turkey before you begin preparing your Thanksgiving feast!

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Tips For How To Cook A Turkey

WESTLAND, Mich.- There is no time to procrastinate, Thanksgiving is almost here! Yesterday the 1st Part of our Thanksgiving Series explained How To Thaw A Turkey Safely. Now, we present you with Tips For How To Cook A Turkey to help you brush up on the basics, and then you can add in your special touch or secret spice!

1. DON'T STUFF THE TURKEY- This is pretty straightforward, because this can be unsafe. It is hard for the stuffing to cook evenly inside the turkey, which means by the time the stuffing reaches a safe temperature, your turkey will probably be over cooked. Just spoon the stuffing into the turkey cavity after both are cooked if you're going for presentation.

2. SEASON ALL OVER- Don't go light on the seasonings. There's a lot of meat on a turkey, so remember inside, outside and under the skin. Rub butter or oil under the skin and on the outside for a moist and juicy turkey. Then be generous with your seasoning, and don't forget inside the cavity.

3. PREPARATION IS KEY- Tuck, tie, and cover. Pull the wing tips forward and tuck them under the breasts so your turkey sits straight and so they don't burn. After seasoning, tie the legs together with kitchen string or floss so it cooks evenly, and then use a loose piece of foil to cover the breasts for about 75% of the cooking time to keep the turkey moist.

4. LOW AND SLOW- Preheat your oven to 325 Degrees Fahrenheit and allot 15-20 minutes per pound. Putting about a 1/2 inch of water or stock in your roasting pan with some carrots, celery and onions will keep the oven moist and aromatic. Just make sure the thickest part of the thigh meat reaches 165 Degrees Fahrenheit!

5. LET IT BREATHE- Take your turkey our of the oven and allow about 20 minutes for it to rest, loosely covered with foil, so that the juices can redistribute. Don't worry about it getting cold, it will actually stay hot for over 40 minutes!


Now that you've refreshed your memory with these Tips For How To Cook A Turkey you're ready to prepare a tasty bird this holiday! Check back for the 3rd Part of our Thanksgiving Series: side dishes! Arrive at your Thanksgiving destination safely with our Brake Service Coupons and Tire Discounts. Stop by our lot located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 to take a look at our New Ford Inventory and Used Vehicle Inventory.  Feel free to give us a call with any questions you may have at (888) 806-7163.

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How To Thaw A Turkey Safely

WESTLAND, Mich.- Can you believe Thanksgiving is just one week away? Time to make your grocery list and prepare for the big feast! We've created a 3-Part Series of Posts to help you cook up a delicious Thanksgiving Dinner! Since the most important part of your Thanksgiving feast is the big turkey, the first part of this series is: How To Thaw A Turkey Safely!

Before you start cooking Thanksgiving dinner, make sure you have started thawing your turkey well in advance. The important part of thawing is making sure the turkey stays free from bacteria. Bacteria that could have been present before freezing, can become present and multiply rapidly if the turkey is not thawed properly. The recommended way to thaw a turkey is in the refrigerator. Just be aware that you must allot a full 24 hours of thawing time for each 4-5 pounds of turkey, so start early! After the turkey is thawed it can be safely stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Another option for thawing your turkey is cold water thawing, which is less time consuming; taking only 30 minutes per pound. All you have to do is wrap the turkey in a leak-proof plastic bag and then submerge it into cold water. But, make sure you change the water every 30 minutes and then cook the turkey as soon as it is thawed.

To ensure a healthy and happy Thanksgiving for all, it is important to know How To Safely Thaw A Turkey to keep bacteria at bay. Stay tuned for the next part of this series: how to cook your turkey once it is thawed! And if you haven't even thought about decorating for your Thanksgiving gathering yet, check out our blog post Easy Holiday Decor Tips!

If you find yourself in the need of a vehicle of this season, you can count on your Suburban Detroit Ford Dealer for both new and used cars! Plus, we can save you money this holiday season with our Brake Service Coupons and Tire Discounts. Stop by our lot located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 to take a look at our New Ford Inventory and Used Vehicle Inventory.  Feel free to give us a call with any questions you may have at (888) 806-7163.

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Easy Holiday Decor Tips

WESTLAND, Mich.- It's Holiday Season! So if you haven't yet, now is the time to bust out those holiday decorations. But your Canton Ford Dealership understands that you're busy too, which means you don't have all the time in the world to decorate. That's why North Brothers has gathered up some Easy Holiday Decor Tips to make your holiday decorating painless! One key tip is utilizing things that you already have!

-Grab some vases, cake stands, or glass wear that you have lying around and go crazy with ornaments, greenery, pinecones, corn kernels, leaves, or ribbon. Display the ornaments decoratively in the vase or layer the corn kernels with a candle. The options are endless here!

-Create a simple centerpiece using pinecones from the backyard and some candle holders, VOILA! Or for a centerpiece that's off the table, use ribbon to hang ornaments from the chandelier!

It doesn't take much to add a little festive decor around the home. For more Easy Holiday Decor Tips check out our Seasonable Pinboard on Pinterest! Save money this holiday season by taking advantage of our Service Specials!  Stop by our lot located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 to take a look at our New Ford Inventory and Used Vehicle Inventory.  Feel free to give us a call with any questions you may have at (888) 806-7163.

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