Happy Thanksgiving week!
This week is busy and full of opportunities to enjoy good food. Below are simple, tasty suggestions for each day, with flexible options depending on how you plan to spend the holiday. These ideas focus on easy prep, satisfying meals, and smart ways to use leftovers.
Monday — Start the week with a comforting butternut white chicken chili. It’s hearty and simple to make, and it reheats beautifully, giving you lunches or another easy dinner later in the week.
Tuesday — Brighten things up with a Mediterranean kale salad topped with rotisserie chicken. The kale holds up well in the fridge, so this salad keeps for a couple of days and makes a refreshing change from heavier seasonal dishes.
Wednesday — Keep it simple with a pasta parmesan frittata. It’s an effortless one-pan meal that’s satisfying and a clever way to combine leftover pasta and greens into a quick dinner.
Thursday — Choose your own adventure. If you’re preparing a full Thanksgiving dinner, enjoy the traditional spread and plan to make extra for later in the week. If you prefer something less conventional but still special, pick an alternative festive meal that feels relaxed and enjoyable.
Friday — Turn leftovers into a cozy bowl of roasted turkey ramen. If you don’t have turkey, shredded rotisserie chicken works well, or you can make a meatless version using rich vegetable broth and umami-packed toppings.
The rest of the week is all about leftovers and simple meals that require minimal effort.
Breakfasts — Make cranberry overnight oats to start each morning with something delicious and portable. Preparing extra cranberry sauce early in the week is a great shortcut that enhances breakfasts and snacks.
Lunches — Keep midday meals easy with make-ahead egg salad or other simple packable options. These choices are quick, satisfying, and reusable throughout the week.
Planning ahead and embracing leftovers makes the holiday week calmer and more enjoyable. What’s on your menu this week?