This Free Printable Thanksgiving Planner Is My Secret to Hosting a Stress Free Holiday

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Are you stressing about serving Thanksgiving dinner? If so, download my free 5-page Printable Thanksgiving Planner and get your complete holiday organized – from menu planning to day-of scheduling. I’ve created the ultimate planning guide you need!

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Why You Need This Thanksgiving Planning Guide

Let me tell you a story that changed how I approach Thanksgiving forever. Back in 2012, someone handed me a 20-pound frozen turkey the day before Thanksgiving. Yes, you read that right – the DAY before! While I managed to pull off dinner, it was one of the most stressful experiences of my life. That’s exactly why I created this comprehensive Thanksgiving planner – so you (and I!) never have to face that kind of holiday panic again.

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What’s Included in Your Free Thanksgiving Planner

Subscribe now to get your FREE 5-page Thanksgiving Planner, including:

✓ Day-by-day prep timeline

✓ Make-ahead cooking schedule

✓ Personal oven scheduling guide

✓ Pro hosting tips

Plus, you’ll get weekly easy entertaining ideas and seasonal recipes straight to your inbox! → Join thousands of organized hosts – get your free planner now!

[Download Your Free Thanksgiving Planner by Subscribing to my Newsletter]

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My Tried-and-True Thanksgiving Menu (With Recipes!)

Stress-Free Appetizers

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Main Course Favorites

  • No Fail Roast Turkey (learn why roasting it upside down changes everything!!)
  • Slow Cooker Spiral Ham (my secret weapon for oven space)

Make-Ahead Side Dishes

three white plates with pumpkin cheesecake and whipped topping sitting on a green plaid tablecloth with serving spatula

Dessert Selection

Beverage Bar

  • Curated Wine Selection
  • Sparkling Cider (for non-alcoholic options)
  • After-Dinner Coffee Station
  • Hot Tea Assortment
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Pro Tips for Thanksgiving Success

Plan for Leftovers: Get my storage tips and creative recipes for day-after meals

Start Early: Use the planner’s timeline to prep dishes up to 2 weeks ahead

Maximize Oven Space: Follow my oven scheduling guide to ensure everything’s hot at serving time

Delegate Tasks: Use the planner’s assignment sheet to involve family members

More Thanksgiving Inspiration for You

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About Michelle Marine

Michelle Marine is the author of How to Raise Chickens for Meat, a long-time green-living enthusiast, and rural Iowa mom of four. She empowers families to grow and eat seasonal, local foods; to reduce their ecological footprint; and to come together through impactful travel.

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3 Comments

  1. Happy holidays to you and family, thank you for the help, the printables, just found out I will be the only cook for 30/40 people, right on time, thanks again.

  2. It didn’t send email instructions or download file. I’m sure I did something wrong but link might be old or my firewall may have prevented. sorry I missed it I’m sure it would have been a helpful tool.