With a fresh sourdough breadcrumb topping, this creamy sweet potato side satisfies stuffing urges, mingling nicely with roast poultry and other autumnal sides, while channeling that classic casserole flavor. (No, I donât miss the marshmallows.) Buy a multi-pound bag of sweet potatoes for a lower cost per pound.
Whole-roasted chicken provides the Normal Rockwell-esque image thatâs become synonymous with Thanksgiving, with more pluses than being cheaper per pound than turkey. Two smaller birds will roast in less time and more evenly than a large one, yielding more flavorful, tender meat. You can even make a 4-ingredient gravy with drippings and pantry staples. The simple seasoning means itâll pair with whichever sides make your list.
For those who simply canât skip the turkey, the best way to save money is to buy it in advance before stores add a holiday premium. Grab yours today (like, right now), freeze it, and thaw the week-of. When it comes to cooking, a minimal-ingredient dry brine and roast will do the job.
Danny Kim
This simple buttery cake, enhanced with nubby cornmeal (you already bought it for the biscuits!) and brown sugared cranberries, needs no adornmentâbut a dollop of whipped cream leftover from what you bought for the casserole wonât hurt.
