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Preparing Thanksgiving dinner is no joke! Eliminate all your stress with this carefully curated menu plan that includes a shopping list!
- Time management: Menu planning allows me to create a preparation schedule, so I can relax and enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday without any last-minute hassles. It’s a huge relief to know that everything will be ready on time!
- Affordable: Planning ahead means smarter shopping! I can take advantage of seasonal deals, plan portions, and avoid last-minute splurges, saving time, money, and stress to enjoy Thanksgiving more.
- Something for everyone: This menu has a little bit of everything! From cozy sides to fresh flavors, there’s something to make everyone at the table happy.
A pre-planned menu, especially at Thanksgiving, is a must! This menu covers all the favorites, from tasty main dishes to classic sides and, of course, desserts. It’s everything your family loves for a memorable Thanksgiving feast!
How many does this feed?
I have included 1 large turkey, 3 side dishes and 2 desserts. If you make them all, you should be about to feed at least 12 adults! Stick to the shopping list I provided and you won’t even need to figure anything out. It’s so easy!
The juiciest roast turkey
Look no further! This roast turkey recipe is the juiciest, most foolproof turkey recipe you will ever need.
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Dad’s famous mashed potatoes
My dad’s famous mashed potatoes are always the star of the table! Perfectly creamy, buttery and taste amazing. People are always begging him to make the recipe!
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Almond Green Beans
Almond green beans are made with fresh ggreen beans that are sautéed until crisp-tender then tossed with buttery toasted almonds. Each bite is packed with nutty richness and a hint of lemon to brighten the flavors.
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The best sweet potato casserole
The best sweet potato casserole is soft and creamy, sprinkled with a mixture of pecans and brown sugar. It’s a perfect sweet and savory side dish for the holidays!
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Bourbon Pecan Pie
This gooey bourbon pecan pie is a delicious take on a classic! The alcohol will cook off as it bakes, leaving you with a rich flavor and mouth-watering sweet filling. You wouldn’t want to do it any other way!
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Grandma’s Famous Pumpkin Pie
Grandma’s famous pumpkin pie is soft, thick and creamy! A MUST-HAVE for the holidays and best when served with a big scoop of whipped cream on top!
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Meal planning with leftovers
You might have extras from this Thanksgiving menu plan because there’s a lot of food! But leftovers are the best! If you have leftovers, store them properly in an airtight container in your refrigerator.
