Thanksgiving cooking always starts with flavor, and flavor begins with herbs. To help you stay organized before the big meal, here’s the ultimate Thanksgiving herb checklist to stock up on before the holiday rush. These are the aromatic essentials that define classic Thanksgiving dishes — from turkey and gravy to roasted vegetables and stuffing.
Every Thanksgiving kitchen needs a few key herbs: Sage Leaf Cut for traditional stuffing and compound butters (shop), Rosemary Leaf Whole for roasted potatoes and turkey (shop), Thyme Leaf Whole for gravies and root vegetables (shop), Bay Leaves Whole for brines and soups (shop), and Parsley Leaf Flakes for a bright green finish on everything (shop).
To bring more complexity to your sides, stock blends like Herbs de Provence Cut for roasted vegetables (shop), Italian Spice Blend for sauces and dressings (shop), Za’atar Spice Blend for modern takes on Brussels sprouts or roasted carrots (shop), and Poultry Seasoning Blend for simple rubs that taste like classic Thanksgiving (shop).
For sweet, aromatic touches, keep Cinnamon Sticks (shop), Mulling Spices Blend for hot cider or mulled wine (shop), and Whole Cloves (shop) on hand. These are perfect for desserts, drinks, or simmering pots that fill your home with holiday scent.
If you want an easy way to prep, print out this checklist and tape it to your fridge a week before Thanksgiving. That way, when it’s time to cook, your pantry will be fully stocked with everything you need from LA Herb’s full holiday herb collection.