Entire Thanksgiving Meal Plan Done For You

Introduction

An entire Thanksgiving meal plan done for you means less stress and more joy at your holiday table. With thoughtfully organized courses that balance flavor, tradition, and simplicity, this curated plan guarantees high-impact results with seamless execution. Whether you’re hosting a large family gathering or an intimate Friendsgiving, enjoy a worry-free feast without scrambling for recipes, shopping lists, or timing strategies.

A Complete Feast, No Guesswork Needed

Instead of hunting down individual recipes or worrying about missing an important side, this Thanksgiving meal plan covers the classics and crowd pleasers. From a perfectly golden roast turkey and rich, velvety gravy to fluffy mashed potatoes, vibrant vegetable sides, fresh baked rolls, and a show-stopping dessert, every element has been carefully selected for harmony in taste, texture, and presentation.

The Menu: Classic Favorites and New Traditions

This meal plan includes:

• Herb-Roasted Turkey with Savory Gravy
• Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
• Traditional Sausage & Sage Stuffing
• Maple-Roasted Brussels Sprouts
• Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
• Buttery Parker House Rolls
• Cranberry Orange Relish
• Pumpkin Pie with Whipped Cream

Each recipe is timed and portioned to feed 8-10 guests, with a focus on make-ahead components so you can enjoy more of the day.

💡Meal Planning Tip: Save this entire meal plan in CookifyAI to instantly generate an organized shopping list, sorted by grocery store section—making your Thanksgiving shopping efficient, stress-free, and complete.

Instructions

1. Herb-Roasted Turkey:
   Preheat oven to 325°F. Pat turkey dry; rub inside and out with butter mixed with sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stuff cavity with onion and arrange turkey on a rack in a large roasting pan. Surround with carrots and celery, add 2 cups broth to the pan. Roast, basting every 45 minutes and adding broth as needed, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (about 2.5-3 hours). Let rest before carving. Reserve pan juices for gravy.
2. Savory Gravy:
   Pour pan drippings into a saucepan. Skim excess fat. Simmer, adding remaining broth and whisking to combine. If thicker gravy is desired, whisk in 2 tbsp flour with 1/4 cup cold water and cook until thickened.
3. Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes:
   Boil potatoes and garlic in salted water until tender. Drain and return to pot. Add milk, cream, and butter; mash until smooth and fluffy. Adjust salt as needed.
4. Sausage & Sage Stuffing:
   Brown sausage in a skillet; add celery, onion, and parsley, cook until soft. In a large bowl, toss sautéed mixture with torn bread pieces and melted butter. Moisten with 1.5-2 cups broth. Bake at 350°F for 30-40 minutes, covered, then uncovered 10 minutes until golden.
5. Maple-Roasted Brussels Sprouts:
   Toss sprouts with olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Roast at 400°F, cut side down, for 20-25 minutes until caramelized.
6. Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots:
   Sauté carrots in butter until beginning to soften. Add brown sugar and a splash of water. Cook until glazed and tender.
7. Parker House Rolls, Cranberry Relish, and Pie:
   Warm the rolls just before serving. For the relish, simmer cranberries, orange juice/zest, and sugar until the berries pop and sauce thickens. For the pie, mix pumpkin, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, and spices; pour into crust, bake at 425°F for 15 minutes, then at 350°F for 35-40 minutes. Top with whipped cream, sweetened to taste.

Weekly Meal Planning

Maximize your time and cut down on holiday stress by making Thanksgiving meal prep part of your weekly menu planning! Save and schedule this meal plan with CookifyAI to generate a unified shopping list (combining all recipes and ingredients needed), organized for swift grocery trips.

Planning Benefits:

• Calculates total ingredient needs for a group (no overbuying or running out)
• Organizes all ingredients by grocery store section (no backtracking)
• Allows you to prep sides and desserts ahead for a smoother Thanksgiving day
• Reduces food waste by showing how ingredients overlap with other meals on your menu

Pro tip: If you’re planning leftovers or more holiday meals, batch-schedule your recipes to automatically adjust ingredient quantities and make meal prep a breeze—not just for Thanksgiving, but for the whole week!

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: 3.5 hours (turkey overlaps with sides)
Total Time: 5-6 hours (including make-ahead elements for a stress-free event)

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With this entire Thanksgiving meal plan done for you, you can focus on what really matters: enjoying delicious food with family and friends, making lasting memories, and having a warm, welcoming table for all.