Here’s a detailed shopping list categorized by dish for each party type, helping you streamline your grocery trip. Use this as a reference and customize it based on your guest count and preferences. For best results, manage and organize your shopping lists using the Pantrio app!
Items you need:
Turkey: 12–20 lbs
Butter: 1 cup (for basting)
Turkey stock: 4 cups
All-purpose flour: ¼ cup (for gravy)
Herbs: Fresh rosemary, thyme, and sage
Chef John's Roast Turkey and Gravy
Prep Time: 40 mins | Cook Time: 3 hrs 50 mins | Total Time: 4 hrs 30 mins | Servings: 16
https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/219079/chef-johns-roast-turkey-and-gravy/
Easy Roast Turkey and Gravy with Onions and Sage
Prep: 45 min
Cook: 2 hr 45 min
https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/roast-turkey-and-gravy-with-onions-and-sage-3363267
Items you need:
Stuffing mix: 1 bag
Butter: ½ cup
Celery: 2 stalks
Onion: 1 large
Easy Stuffing Recipe
2 hours (Includes cooling)
Classic Stuffing
1hr 20mins
8-10 servings
https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/classic-stuffing-3364173
Items you need:
Russet potatoes: 5 lbs
Butter: 1 cup
Heavy cream: 1 cup
Basic Mashed Potatoes
35mins
4 servings
https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/24771/basic-mashed-potatoes/
Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
35mins
6 servings
4. Side: Green Bean Casserole
Items you need:
Green beans: 2 lbs
Cream of mushroom soup: 2 cans
Fried onions: 1 cup
Ultimate Green Bean Casserole
50 mins
10 servings
Green Bean Casserole
40 mins
8-10 servings
5. Dessert: Pumpkin Pie
Items you need:
Pumpkin puree: 15 oz can
Evaporated milk: 12 oz can
Sugar: ¾ cup
Pie crust: 1
The Great Pumpkin Pie Recipe
1hr 5mins (+ 4hrs cooling)
8-10 servings
https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/the-great-pumpkin-pie-recipe/
Pumpkin Pie Recipe
1hr 35mins
12 servings
225 Calories
https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/pumpkin-pie-with-caramel-pecan-topping/
5. Beverages
Items you need:
Wine: Red, white, or sparkling cider
Coffee: Ground or pods
Appetizer: Cheese and Charcuterie Board
Items you need:
Cheese: Brie, cheddar, gouda
Crackers: 1 box
Charcuterie: Salami, prosciutto
Fruits: Grapes, dried apricots
2. Main Dish: Potluck Turkey Sliders
Items you need:
Ground turkey: 2 lbs
Mini slider buns: 12-pack
Cranberry sauce: 1 jar
Lettuce: 1 head
3. Dessert: Pecan Pie
Items you need:
Pecans: 2 cups
Corn syrup: 1 cup
Sugar: ½ cup
Pie crust: 1
4. Signature Drink: Cranberry Lime Spritzer
Items you need:
Cranberry juice: 1 bottle
Club soda: 1 bottle
Lime: 2
"Friends" Theme: Monica’s Moist Maker Sandwich
Items you need:
Turkey: 1 lb (leftover or fresh)
Stuffing: 1 cup
Gravy: ½ cup
Sliced bread: 1 loaf
2. Dessert: Rachel’s (Actual) Trifle
Items you need:
Ladyfingers: 1 package
Custard: 1 quart
Jam: 1 jar
Whipped cream: 1 can
3. "The Great British Bake Off" Theme: Savory Herb Tart
Transport your guests to the Bake Off tent with this impressive yet manageable savory herb tart.
Items you need:
Shortcrust pastry dough: 1 pre-made or homemade
Eggs: 4 large
Heavy cream: 1 cup
Cheese: Gruyère or cheddar, 1 cup shredded
Herbs: Fresh thyme and parsley, finely chopped
Spinach: 2 cups, sautéed
Shallots: 2, minced
Selasi vegetable patch savoury tart
4. "Stranger Things" Theme: Eggo Waffle Turkey Sliders
Play off Eleven’s love for waffles with these quirky mini turkey sliders served on Eggo waffles.
Items you need:
Mini Eggo waffles: 1 box (24 waffles)
Ground turkey: 1 lb (formed into small patties)
Maple syrup: ¼ cup (for a sweet glaze)
Cheese: Cheddar, sliced into small squares
Cranberry sauce: ½ cup
Blueberry Banana Gluten-Free Waffles | Easy Breakfast You Can Make Ahead and Freeze
Main Dish: Savory Hand Pies
Items you need:
Pie dough: 2 sheets
Ground beef or turkey: 1 lb
Carrots: 1 cup, diced
Peas: 1 cup
2. Dessert: Mini Apple Hand Pies
Items you need:
Apples: 2
Brown sugar: ¼ cup
Pie crusts: 2
3. Drink: Hot Mulled Cider
Items you need:
Apple cider: 1 gallon
Cinnamon sticks: 4
Cloves: 6
Appetizer: Stuffing-Stuffed Mushrooms
Items you need:
Mushrooms: 1 lb
Stuffing mix: 1 cup
Parmesan cheese: ½ cup
2. Side Dish: Sweet Potato Bites
Items you need:
Sweet potatoes: 3 large
Marshmallows: 1 bag
Brown sugar: ¼ cup
3. Dessert: Mini Cheesecakes
Items you need:
Cream cheese: 16 oz
Graham crackers: 1 cup, crushed
Sugar: ¾ cup
Buy recycleable paper plates, forks, spoons, and glass to not worry about runing dish washer or washing cutlery.
Paper napkins and towels - keep them ready to avoid spilling or getting your furniture dirty.
Buy flower bunch in bulk and split them into parts in small vases or drinking glasses or cups around house.
Turn up the music and let guests enjoy
Room freshners in the house and toilets.
Save time and avoid forgetting key ingredients by using the Pantrio app to:
Track Pantry Inventory: Know what you already have.
Build Shopping Lists: Add these items directly to your Pantrio list.
Share with Guests: Coordinate potluck contributions seamlessly by:
preparing your own private wishlist
add members on the wishlist
all members can add items to this list and mark them checked.
With this comprehensive shopping guide and Pantrio’s help, you’ll glide through Thanksgiving prep like a seasoned chef. Download Pantrio today and make this holiday your easiest (and most fun) one yet!