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From Deviled Eggs to Dessert: Memphis Thanksgiving Made Easy

Written by MemphisCash-Editor on . Posted in Recipe Blog, Wellness.

A Midtown Holiday Menu Made With Love

Thanksgiving in Midtown Memphis has its own kind of magic. It is porch lights glowing at dusk, kids racing across leaves in the front yard, and kitchens warming up long before the guests arrive. At Memphis Cash Saver, we love being part of the traditions that make this holiday feel like home. So this year, we pulled together a full Thanksgiving menu using featured items from our November circular. Think of it as your one stop shop for feeding the whole family with Memphis heart.

Start With Appetizers Everyone Knows

Every good Thanksgiving begins with a snack spread. It keeps hungry family members from wandering into the kitchen asking when dinner will be ready. Fill your starters table with:

  • Deviled eggs made with fresh eggs and Blue Plate Mayo
  • A big salad using Dole Classic Romaine or Greener Selection Salad, tomatoes on the vine, Best Choice croutons, and Kraft salad dressing
  • Knott’s Pimento Cheese in original or jalapeno with crackers

And yes, we know the rule. There must be a salad at Thanksgiving. It must be placed on the table in a nice bowl. Someone must pretend to take some. Will anyone actually eat it? That remains one of the great holiday mysteries.

The Main Event Begins With Ham

If your family prefers ham to turkey, we have you covered. Cook’s Smoked Ham comes in both butt and shank portions and fills your home with that classic holiday aroma the moment it goes into the oven. Slice it thick, serve it warm, and watch it disappear faster than you expected.

Sides That Steal the Spotlight

Everyone knows the sides are the real stars of Thanksgiving. No matter how beautiful the ham is, nothing compares to the comfort of a full Southern spread. Stock up on:

  • Fresh Turnip, Mustard, and Collard Greens
  • Best Choice Cranberry Sauce in whole berry or jellied
  • Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
  • Wonder Dinner Rolls in the classic 12 count package

These are the dishes that never disappoint. They are the flavors that bring people back to the table for seconds and maybe even thirds.

Dessert To End the Night Right

You are already halfway to dessert heaven with Pillsbury Pie Crusts in regular and deep dish. Add Prairie Farms Egg Nog or Holiday Custard to sip alongside your pie and you have a sweet finish everyone will love.

If you need pie inspiration, here’s a great recipe from Julia Child herself. 

Julia Child Inspired Fluffy Pumpkin Pie

Ingredients

  • 1 Pillsbury deep dish pie crust
  • 1 can pumpkin puree
  • 3 eggs, separated
  • Sugar
  • Pumpkin pie spice
  • A splash of milk or evaporated milk
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Bake your pie crust according to package directions and let it cool.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the pumpkin, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, egg yolks, milk, and salt until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until they form soft peaks.
  4. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the pumpkin mixture. This is the magic step that creates the fluffy, cloud like texture.
  5. Pour the filling into the cooled crust and bake at 350 degrees until set. The center will jiggle slightly but should not be liquid.
  6. Cool completely before slicing.

Whether your table is filled with family, neighbors, coworkers, or friends who feel like home, Memphis Cash Saver is here to make your Thanksgiving delicious, warm, and wonderfully Memphis.

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Cash Saver Chili

Cozy Up, Memphis: Chili Season Starts at Cash Saver

Written by MemphisCash-Editor on . Posted in Recipe Blog, Wellness.

The air is getting cooler, football is on every weekend, and kitchens across Memphis are starting to smell like simmering spices. It is officially chili season.

Whether you have a blue-ribbon recipe that has been passed down for generations or you are just throwing together a hearty pot for game day, Cash Saver has everything you need to make a batch that keeps the whole crew warm and happy.

Build Your Base

Every good chili starts with the basics. Stock up on:

  • Fresh ground beef or turkey, rich and hearty as the foundation of a great pot
  • Onion, garlic, and peppers, diced up for that flavor punch
  • Canned tomatoes, whether crushed, diced, or fire-roasted
  • Tomato paste, for that deep, slow-cooked flavor

Beans or No Beans?

That is the age-old chili debate. Either way, Cash Saver has you covered:

  • Kidney beans, pinto beans, or black beans for a classic chili with beans
  • Skip the beans for a Texas-style version with just meat, spice, and tomato

Spice It Just Right

Chili is all about the seasoning. Make sure your spice rack is stocked with:

  • Chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder
  • Crushed red pepper or hot sauce for a Memphis-style kick
  • Salt and pepper to balance it all out

Pro tip: Add a fresh jalapeño or two for extra heat.

Toppings That Take It Over the Top

The fun part of chili is dressing it up. Swing by the dairy case, produce section, and bakery aisle for:

  • Shredded cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Green onions
  • Jalapeños
  • Crackers or cornbread (a box mix makes baking easy)

For an extra Memphis twist, serve your chili over spaghetti or a baked potato for a true Southern comfort classic.

Do Not Forget the Extras

A big pot of chili pairs perfectly with other fall favorites you will find at Cash Saver:

  • Fritos or Doritos for chili pie
  • Nature’s Own Bread for buttered toast on the side
  • Pepsi, Coke, or sweet tea to wash it all down
  • Nestlé Toll House Cookie Dough for dessert while the chili simmers

Two Easy Chili Recipes to Try

Classic Chili with Beans

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 2 cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a large pot, brown the meat with onion, garlic, and bell pepper until cooked through.
  2. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beans.
  3. Add chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  4. Simmer on low for 30–45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve hot with shredded cheese, sour cream, and cornbread.

White Bean Chicken Chili

Ingredients:

  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 cans low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 can diced green chilies
  • 1 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 pkg Neufchatel cheese (aka light cream cheese), cut into small cubes
  • 1 1/4 cup frozen or fresh corn
  • 2 cans cannellini beans
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded cooked rotisserie or left-over chicken
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for serving
  • Tortilla chips or strips, monterrey jack cheese, sliced avocado for serving (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute 4 minutes minutes. Add garlic and saute 30 seconds longer.
  2. Add chicken broth, green chilies, cumin, paprika, oregano, coriander, cayenne pepper and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring mixture just to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 15 minutes.
  3. Drain and rinse beans in a fine mesh strainer or colander then measure out 1 cup. 
  4. Add Neufchatel cheese to soup along with corn, whole beans and pureed beans and stir well. Simmer 5 – 10 minutes longer.
  5. Stir in chicken, fresh lime juice and cilantro. Serve with Monterrey Jack cheese, more cilantro, avocado slices and tortilla chips if desired.

Chili Season Made Simple

At Memphis Cash Saver, we are here to make your fall cooking easy, affordable, and delicious. Our shelves are stocked with everything from pantry staples to fresh produce and proteins, all at prices that keep your budget cozy too.

Grab a pot, gather your ingredients, and let the chili season begin. Whether it is for Sunday dinner, Monday night football, or a weeknight warm-up, we have everything you need to make it taste like home.

Find us at 1620 Madison Ave. in Midtown Memphis
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Cash Saver: keeping Memphis warm, one bowl of chili at a time.