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It’s hard not to love Trader Joe’s, but it’s really hard not to love Trader Joe’s around Thanksgiving. Their delicious, seasonal, sometimes quirky food and drink products make them a natural go-to for when we need a little help putting together a holiday meal in minutes. And even though you can also buy fresh turkeys there, it’s their super convenient Thanksgiving side dishes that keep us sane come Thanksgiving.
Take a look at Trader Joe’s killer selection of pre-made Thanksgiving side dishes below, including some old fan favorites you’ll want to get year after year. From appetizers to gravy, they’ve got your back.
Scallopini Potatoes
The only thing that could made these frozen Scallopini Potatoes tastier is a big ladle of turkey gravy on top. Don’t worry — TJ’s sells that, too!
Trader Joe’s Turkey Gravy
Pick up a carton or two of this ready-to-use turkey gravy at Trader Joe’s, and you won’t have to worry about making sure everybody gets enough. It’s also a life saver if your turkey happens to come out a little drier than you planned for.
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Save your energy for the entree, and pick up a bag of frozen Mashed Sweet Potatoes from Trader Joe’s. It’s a classic side dish for a reason.
Trader Joe’s Harvest Apple Salad Kit
If there’s one thing every Thanksgiving table needs, it’s more fresh flavor. This Harvest Apple Salad is loaded with veggies and crispy apples, and will help balance out the other rich offerings on the table.
Trader Joe’s Cheesy Herby Biscuits
These flavorful, cheesy biscuits are found in the freezer section, and can be baked to fluffy, flaky perfection right from frozen.
Trader Joe’s Savory Squash Pastry Bites
Need an easy appetizer for your guests? These Savory Squash Pastry Bites will do the trick. They’re perfect for any autumn entertaining, really.
Trader Joe’s Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese
Creamy, rich, and totally cheesy, this Trader Joe’s side dish tastes like gourmet homemade comfort food. Buy a few boxes of this Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese, heat it up, then transfer to a pretty serving dish and no one will be the wiser.
Trader Joe’s Cheesy Creamy Greens & Veggies
How do you make greens appealing on a table filled with decadence? Coat them in cheese sauce, of course! Trader Joe’s Cheesy Creamy Greens & Veggies is a blend of brussels sprouts, spinach, and kale still offers up plenty of nutrition, but it won’t be out of place with the rest of your celebratory spread.
Mashed Potatoes
It’s just not Thanksgiving with a steaming bowl of mashed potatoes to accompany you rmeal, but if you don’t have time to make the classic for yourself, these frozen spuds from Trader Joe’s are sure to do the trick.
Trader Joe’s Thanksgiving Stuffing Seasoned Kettle Chips
Stuffing flavored potato chips? If these are wrong to eat as a side dish on Thanksgiving, then we don’t want to be right.
We can’t wait to save on time and dive head first into these convenient and delicious pre-packaged side dishes from Trader Joe’s this year.
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