15 Costco Finds That'll Make Thanksgiving Prep Easier

Seasoned holiday veterans know Thanksgiving meal prep can take hours, sometimes days. Deciding what to make, assembling recipes and ingredient lists, and scheduling massive shopping trips is already draining enough — on both your wallet and your time.

Luckily, there are many kitchen utensils and accessories that make prep more efficient. Unlock the true value of your Costco membership by exploring kitchen items that could help you get ready for the big day.

Check out 15 favorite Costco finds that will make your Turkey Day prep so much easier.

Editor’s note: Prices are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $99.99 (on sale from $102.99)

As we head into colder weather, this multi-cooker is a great option to have on hand. With eight functions – including slow cook, bake, sear, proof, steam, and braise, among others – this 8.5-quart appliance can step in for any warm dish you need prepped.

The best part? The pot inside the cooker can be removed and used as a serving tray.

Price: $13.79

If you’re entertaining for a large number – or just want to stock up for your holiday hosting – the Vanity Fair 2-ply Everyday Napkin is a must-have to grab in bulk. Grab a 6-pack of 110-count napkins for just two cents per napkin.

Price: $39.99 (on sale from $49.99)

You can cook and crisp your food in an air fryer without unhealthy oils and have it ready to go faster than conventional cooking, so it’s easy to see why this appliance is so popular.

You can make Thanksgiving sides, pies, Chex mix, and so much more in an air fryer, and you can score one for just $40.

Price: $25.73

During Thanksgiving prep, there are many items to consider the rinsing and draining of. Potatoes, pasta, produce, beans, and more will require a solid colander to set them in while you clean them.

This set of three can be used for mise en place, and comes otu to less than $9 each.

Price: $17.54

Avoid Thanksgiving day scrambling when everyone seems to need a heat-protecting mitt at the same time with this 4-pack in assorted color options.

Each high-quality piece is just $4.38, and will keep your hands and countertops safe.

Price: $40.91

Before Thanksgiving prep, you want to ensure your knife blades are sharpened. If you need better quality affordable options, Costco sells a 10-piece knife block for around $40 that’s perfect in a pinch.

Their high-carbon, fine-edged blades will easily slice and dice every ingredient.

Price: $19.88

Prepare for the overflow of leftover goodies by grabbing some upgraded containers. Pyrex has a set of four glass mixing bowls that are durable enough to be used with a hand mixer to prep items in.

Once the big meal is over, they’re perfect for storing all that delicious food.

Price: $46.79

For an elevated dining experience, upgrade or expand your dinnerware options. This 16-piece set includes four dinner plates, four salad plates, four shallow bowls, and four deeper bowls.

It comes in neutral-forward sage green or beige and is dishwasher and microwave-safe.

Price: $199.99

For chopping and pulverizing your ingredients, it’s convenient to have a food processor on hand.

You can seamlessly shop, shred, puree, slice, and more with this handy appliance.

Perhaps more importantly, you’ll save your hand some major fatigue.

Price: $412.99

Owning a KitchenAid Stand Mixer can be an exciting luxury. This lifted option is expensive, but lets you prep breads, doughs, and fillings on autopilot while you focus on other tasks.

It comes with a flat and flex edge beater, dough hook, whisk, and pouring shield.

Price: $8.18 (on sale from $11.18)

Scissors are incredibly helpful for kitchen prep and, like pens, they tend to disappear rapidly. Luckily, Costco has a three-pack of 3M Scotch scissors for just $2.73 each.

These scissors have three distinct colors so you can easily keep them committed to different areas of the kitchen.

Price: $35.09

You can never have too many pans. Grabbing some updated, slick ones like this Tramontina 3-pack allows you to double them as serving trays as they cool. This aluminum ceramic nonstick set comes out to just over $10 per pan.

Price: $24.99

Missing a measuring spoon or two? Replace your set with this 10-piece stainless steel option, complete with measuring cups and spoons.

The sleek spoons nest within each other and are dishwasher safe. Just note the measuring cups are hand-wash only.

Price: $24.99

You can’t prepare a Thanksgiving feast – or most meals, honestly – without cutting boards. This affordable coordinating three-piece set is available in white or blue and is made of food-safe polypropylene.

They’re reversible, dishwasher-safe, and only $8.33 each.

Price: $38.99

Prep your perfect Thanksgiving charcuterie board with the help of this elevated durable Farberware 2-piece set.

With bases made of bamboo cutting boards, these trays come with clear locking lids to allow you to prep in advance and keep it fresh for leftovers.

While Costco is a fantastic place to save more on everyday essentials with their affordable pricing and bulk purchase options, a few items on this list may feel like splurges.

Consider every item an investment in your big holiday meals from here on out, and make sure you’re only purchasing what you really need and what fits in your budget.