Target cuts price on Thanksgiving meal deal by $5

Target is joining the list of retailers that are rolling out discounted Thanksgiving meal deals with the holiday a month away.

The Minneapolis-based retail giant is bringing back its Thanksgiving meal featuring turkey, stuffing and five additional side dishes for $5 less than last year. Priced at $20, the meal can serve a family of four, and features items from name brands and Target’s Good & Gather private label, including the turkey itself.

In addition to the meal deal, Target is also cutting prices on individual Thanksgiving staples, including turkey at 79 cents per pound (20% less per pound than last year) and side dishes including Good & Gather Cheddar Mac and Cranberry Goat Cheese and desserts including Favorite Day apple and pumpkin pie for under $5 each.

In October, both Aldi and Walmart unveiled Thanksgiving meal deals in order to court price-sensitive shoppers.

"When it comes to our goal of celebrating food and beverage, big events like Thanksgiving — and smaller moments throughout the holiday season — are where Target shines the brightest," said Rick Gomez, executive VP and chief commercial officer at Target. "From lowering the price of our Thanksgiving dinner menu to just $20, to a range of hosting and gifting options and special Target Circle 360 offerings, we're serving up the kind of exceptional quality and value that sets Target apart."