I always notice what’s missing from my Thanksgiving plan only after the main menu is set. These six Food Lion add-ons are worth keeping in mind when the next sale makes holiday shopping easier.
Prices were checked at foodlion.com on November 14; they vary by store and change with each week’s ad.
1. Food Lion Jumbo Idaho Russet Potatoes Bag – $6.99
Classic mashed potatoes are the obvious missing side, and this 8 lb bag supplies plenty for the table plus leftovers. At $6.99, it is a practical bulk buy for a larger Thanksgiving crowd, even though it has no current offer.
Parting Thoughts: Worth grabbing when homemade mashed potatoes matter more than maximum convenience.
2. Food Lion Butter Quarters – $2.50 (2/$5 MVP)
I always need butter in more places than expected—potatoes, rolls, stuffing, gravy, and green bean casserole all compete for those four sticks. The $2.50 (2/$5 MVP) price makes this 1 lb package a low-cost way to cover several dishes at once.
Parting Thoughts: Few add-ons stretch across the Thanksgiving menu this efficiently.
3. Turkey Hill Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream – $2.99
Warm pumpkin or apple pie feels complete with this 46 oz carton waiting in the freezer. It is down from $5.99 at $2.99, with the MVP offer running through 11/17 at the store checked, though weekly offers can differ by location.
Parting Thoughts: For pie service on a budget, this markdown earns its freezer space.
4. Food Lion Brussels Sprouts – $3.29
A fresh roasted vegetable gives the casserole-heavy spread some welcome variety beyond the included green beans. The 16 oz package costs $3.29, a manageable everyday-price upgrade even without a current promotion.
Parting Thoughts: Choose this when balancing the plate is worth a few extra dollars.
5. Ocean Spray Jellied Cranberry Sauce – $2.69
For hosts who do not want another stovetop task, this 14 oz can provides a ready-to-serve alternative to cooking the included fresh cranberries. There is no current offer, but $2.69 is still modest insurance for guests who expect the traditional canned version.
Parting Thoughts: Nostalgia at $2.69 is an easy yes when your table is divided on cranberry sauce.
6. Swanson Chicken Broth – $2.00
Stuffing, gravy, and other savory dishes can all draw from this shelf-stable 32 oz carton. Marked down from $3.29 to $2.00 through the 11/17 MVP offer at the store checked, it delivers the strongest multi-dish value here while the weekly promotion lasts.
Parting Thoughts: One discounted carton that supports several recipes is exactly the kind of add-on I like.
