Here’s where to find the best deals in MS on Thanksgiving groceries this year

Thanksgiving meal ingredients are about 2 to 3% cheaper this year, despite rising grocery prices across the United States, a Wells Fargo Thanksgiving Food Report found. But that doesn’t mean Mississippians have stopped looking for the best deals.

Especially after a nearly two-week total pause on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits — on which more than 350,000 residents rely on — Mississippians are continuing to look for ways to stretch their dollar.

The landmark freeze on SNAP ended in Mississippi on Nov. 10 as the Mississippi Department of Human Services began administering up to 65% of SNAP benefits, an amount set by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service, according to a news release.

For families looking to save on Thanksgiving groceries this year, a recent survey by Advance America, a consumer financial services provider, found the best places in each state to buy affordable Thanksgiving groceries.

Here’s where to shop in the Magnolia State to get the most bang for your buck this Thanksgiving.

Where to buy affordable Thanksgiving ingredients in MS

These are Mississippi’s top two choices for affordable Thanksgiving groceries, according to Advance America:

1. Allen’s Supermarket in Brandon

Allen’s Supermarket is a neighborhood grocery store with regular special offerings that sells “fresh produce, meats, dairy and pantry staples,” according to the store’s website and Advance America.

Shoppers rave about the customer service and affordable prices, according to the survey.

Address: 766 Highway 468, Brandon, MS 39042

Website: http://www.allenssupermarket.com/

2. J’s Grocery in Clarksdale

J’s Grocery, which re-opened in Clarksdale in May, is a Black-owned market that has been serving the community for decades, according to Advance America.

The store works with local farmers and neighborhood organizations to make healthy ingredients accessible to families, the survey found.

Address: 1001 Ritchie Ave Clarksdale, MS 38614

How did consumer financial services provider find affordable grocery spots?

Advance America asked 3,004 respondents across the U.S. to find the best places in each state for affordable Thanksgiving shopping, researchers said.

Which retail chains are offering Thanksgiving deals in MS?

Four retail chains have announced price reductions on Thanksgiving ingredients. Here’s where you can find deals:

Target

Target is offering their annual Thanksgiving meal for less than $5 a person and one of the most affordable prices for a turkey, according to a Nov. 5 news release. The meal for four includes the following, according to the company:

• Good & Gather Premium Basted Young Turkey
• Good & Gather Russet Potatoes
• Ocean Spray Jellied Cranberry Sauce
• Stove Top Stuffing Mix
• Heinz Home Style Roasted Turkey Gravy
• Favorite Day Soft French Bread
• Good & Gather Frozen Corn

Walmart

Walmart has their annual Thanksgiving meal at a price of less than $4 a person for 10 people, according to an Oct. 21 news release.

The meal basket includes more than 20 national and private brand items, including a Butterball Turkey, Stove Top Stuffing and Great Value Brown Gravy Mix, the company said.

Aldi

Aldi’s Thanksgiving deals include a feast for 10 people that cost $40, according to the company’s website.

The Feast for 10 meal includes a whole turkey, stuffing and Hawaiian sweet rolls among 24 total products.

Costco

Costco’s Thanksgiving dinner is available online only and serves eight people for $25 each, according to the company’s website.

The meal includes the following items, according to Costco:

• Turkey Breast
• Tray of Mashed Potatoes
• Turkey Gravy
• Tray of Mac and Cheese
• Tray of Sweet Corn
• Tray of Green Bean Casserole
• Tray of St. Claire Dressing/Stuffing
• Pack of Cranberry Relish
• 12 Gourmet Dinner Rolls
• Whole Pumpkin Pie
• Tray of Apple Cobbler