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The 28 Best Thanksgiving Items To Buy At Trader Joe's

There's so much to be thankful for!

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Thanksgiving is coming up, and it's never too early to put a shopping list together. In case you need any help while you're at Trader Joe's, we rounded up some of our favorite Thanksgiving seasonal items you can find there. From appetizers and side dishes to desserts, the gang is all here. Scoop up a few whether you're hosting or heading over to a friend's house. Just make sure to serve everything with a nice bottle of wine. And when you're faced with a fridge full of leftovers, we've got you covered with tons of ideas for using leftover turkey.

1

Turkey

thanksgiving turkey
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Yes, you can get a full-size turkey from TJ's. From organic to Kosher options, they have it ALL. If they don't have them on the shelves yet, just keep an eye out.

2

Gluten-Free Stuffing Mix

trader joe's gluten free stuffing mix prepared in a casserole dish, some on an appetizer plate
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Not only does this mix cut down on the labor-intensive work of stuffing, but it's gluten free.

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3

Thanksgiving Stuffing Seasoned Kettle Chips

thanksgiving stuffing seasoned kettle chips
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Stuffing and potato chips—what could be better? Snack on these while waiting for Thanksgiving dinner.

4

Turkey Gravy

trarder joes turkey gravy
Trader Joe's

Say goodbye to powdered packets! All you have to do is warm this up in the gravy boat.

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5

Apple Blossoms

apple blossoms
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They're basically individual apple pies, wrapped with crust in the shape of a blossom.

6

Everything But The Leftovers Seasoning Blend

everything but the leftovers
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TJ's is known for its seasoning blends, and this one is basically the essence of Thanksgiving. Inside is a mix of spices like sage, rosemary, thyme, and parsley, so it goes with any dish.

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7

Pumpkin pie

pumpkin pie
Trader Joe's

A classic that just weeds a dollop of whipped cream.

8

Fresh Cranberry Sauce

trader joe's fresh cranberry sauce
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Appearing annually for 24 years, this simple cranberry sauce must be good.

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9

Fried Onion Pieces

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Fried onions are the best part of green bean casserole. I wouldn't blame you for eating these right out of the can.

10

Puff Pastry

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All-butter puff pastry is the simplest thing to keep in your freezer for easier desserts, apps, whatever! Wrap a puff pastry around it, and I will eat it.

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11

Four Cheese Scalloped Potatoes

scalloped potatoes
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You have to have potatoes on Thanksgiving, and this side dish comes smothered in creamy sauce and lots of cheese.

12

Sweet Pull Apart Aloha Rolls

sweet pull apart aloha rolls
Trader Joe's

They're ideal for making leftover sandwiches.

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13

Cranberry Chèvre Goat Cheese

trader joe's cranberry chévre goat cheese rolled with crushed pistachios on a platter and made into a appetizer bite
Trader Joe's

You've got to have a charcuterie board on Thanksgiving, and this savory and sweet cranberry goat cheese is the perfect centerpiece.

14

Nuts About Rosemary Mix

nuts about rosemary mix
Trader Joe's

Add a handful of this nut mix to your cheese board for a festive spin.

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15

Pumpkin Butternut Squash Bisque

pumpkin butternut squash bisque
Trader Joe's

This soup is a crowd fave, and is generally the most fall dish ever.

16

Scallopini Potatoes

scallopini potatoes
Trader Joe's

These delicious, cheesy, scalloped potatoes will take some shine away from the mashed potatoes this year.

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17

Cornbread Stuffing Mix

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If you're tired of your tried and true recipe, cornbread stuffing will be a great change of pace.

18

Brined Bone-In Half Turkey Breast Fully Cooked

brined bone in half turkey breast fully cooked
Trader Joe's

Don't feel like cooking a full turkey? This fully-cooked half turkey breast just needs to be reheated.

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19

Herbes de Provence Potato Wedges

herbes de provence potato wedges
Trader Joe's

These potato wedges make the perfect side dish to any holiday meal.

20

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

mashed sweet potatoes
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Sweet potatoes are cooked, mashed, and frozen into portions that just need to be heated. How easy is that?

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