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Hosting a Thanksgiving meal for you and your loved ones can be daunting. From roasting a turkey to mashing potatoes, there’s a lot of work to be done. Nevertheless, there are a few ways to make preparing the meal easier, so you can spend less time stressed in the kitchen and more time catching up with your circle.
The first tip is to save yourself some time and order your groceries from Walmart. Have you seen the long lines at most stores the week of Thanksgiving? Skip it! Walmart offers free curbside pickup and delivery, so you can either pick up your order while you’re out running errands or get it delivered right to your door. If you forget an ingredient, Walmart can sometimes even deliver as soon as the same-day.
However, it’s what you buy that can also save you time and money. This list of fresh and frozen foods is one epic shortcut and all together, costs just under $40. It includes an appetizer, roast turkey breast, six side dishes, bread rolls and a pie, and will serve three to six people. Plus, none of it skimps on flavor.
Shop this Walmart grocery list below and enjoy a delicious, stress-free meal with your guests this Thanksgiving. (Fingers crossed there’s leftovers!)
1. Great Value Spinach, Artichoke & Gouda Dip, $4.96
Every good meal kicks off with an appetizer, and this hot cheesy spinach and artichoke dip is a great starter. Heat it up in the oven and serve with RITZ Toasted Chips Sour Cream and Onion Crackers, tortilla chips or small baguette slices.
2. Butterball Boneless Turkey Breast Roast with Gravy Packet, 3 lbs., $9.98
The star of Thanksgiving is the turkey, and this frozen turkey breast makes it easy to feed a small group. There’s no touching weird gizzards and such! It’s already pre-brined with seasonings, so all you have to do is let it thaw for about 18 hours, place it in the oven for up to 2.5 hours and enjoy. Plus, it comes with a gravy packet for serving.
3. Kraft Stove Top Turkey Stuffing Mix, $2.97
Many families have their own traditional stuffing recipe, but if you want to save yourself some time, this one tastes just as good. It’s made with a blend of fresh-baked bread crumbs and real turkey broth. Just add water or butter to make a stuffing that tastes like it was made by grandma.
4. Great Value Instant Mashed Potatoes, $2.67
Mashed potatoes may be the second most important part of any Thanksgiving meal. Make the side dish fast with this instant mix. Eat it on its own or mix in garlic or Kraft Finely Shredded Mild Cheddar Shredded Cheese to give it an extra kick.
5. Freshness Guaranteed Enriched Yeasty Rolls,12 Count, $2.97
Soak up all the leftover gravy and turkey juices with these Freshness Guaranteed rolls. Pro tip: Pick up an extra pack of rolls to use as slider buns to make turkey sandwiches with the leftovers.
6. Great Value Artisan Crafted Macaroni And Cheese, Smoked Gouda, $1.98
This macaroni and cheese is rich and elegant — call it the Kate Middleton of side dishes, if you will. It features elbow shaped pasta with smoked gouda cheese, and you’ll definitely want to go for seconds.
7. Great Value Cut Green Beans, $0.77
Green bean casserole or a simple almondine is a Thanksgiving staple, and these frozen cut green beans make either recipe easy. Of course, you can always serve the beans on their own with a pat of butter, too.
8. Great Value Sweet Potatoes, $1.48
Don’t sleep on frozen veggies! These frozen sweet potatoes are cut into perfect cubes for eating on their own or for making sweet potato casserole with marshmallows and pecans on top.
9. Great Value Whole Kernel Corn, $0.58
They say corn was served at the very first Thanksgiving, and it’s still a regular on the table today. Serve the kernels on their own or turn them into another casserole, because during the holidays you can never have enough casseroles.
10. Freshness Guaranteed Pumpkin Pie, $5.93
Keep the American tradition alive and, for the grand finale, pull out a pumpkin pie served with whipped cream or ice cream on top. Walmart’s bakery has freshly baked pies made with real pumpkin. You can serve it right away or warm it up in the oven while you eat the main meal and let it fill your home with the fresh fall scent of pumpkin and spices.
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