Thanksgiving potluck list
Thanksgiving is the one dinner where three people bring mashed potatoes and nobody brings ice. Use this list to divide the dishes, then start a free sign up sheet below so everyone can claim theirs from the family group chat.
Start a free thanksgiving sign up sheetEssentials to cover first
These start on the app's essentials radar: Turkey, Stuffing, Pie, Ice, Plates & cups.
The bird and the main
- Turkey
- Gravy
- Ham
- Turkey breast (for small groups)
- Vegetarian main
Classic sides
- Stuffing
- Mashed potatoes
- Green bean casserole
- Sweet potatoes
- Cranberry sauce
- Rolls
- Mac and cheese
- Corn casserole
- Roasted Brussels sprouts
- Deviled eggs
- Cornbread
Pies and desserts
- Pumpkin pie
- Pecan pie
- Apple pie
- Whipped cream
- Pumpkin bars
Drinks and supplies
- Ice
- Plates & napkins
- Wine
- Apple cider
- Coffee
- Foil and containers for leftovers
- Extra folding chairs
How to run it
- Pick "Thanksgiving": the date fills in (fourth Thursday of November).
- The radar starts with turkey, stuffing, pie, ice and plates.
- Share the link in the family chat.
- Tap "Nudge the group" to send only what is still missing.
Questions
What should the host provide at a Thanksgiving potluck?
Usually the turkey, the gravy and the table: plates, serving spoons and room in the fridge. Guests cover sides, pies and drinks. Put whatever you are not making on the list so someone claims it.
How many pies for Thanksgiving?
A common rule of thumb is one 9-inch pie for every 6 to 8 guests, plus one extra if you want leftovers. Two kinds (pumpkin plus pecan or apple) covers most tables.
How do I stop three people from bringing mashed potatoes?
Use a sign up sheet where everyone sees what is taken. BringBoard warns the next person ("Aunt Rose is already bringing mashed potatoes") and lets them pick something else.