I’m taking a break from tropical tales to focus on the task ahead of us.
Thanksgiving.
Now, Thanksgiving is Mom’s holiday in my house. She loves it, and I would never even presume to think that I will be asked to contribute anything other than help cleaning up. Wait, I think I am allowed to open the canned cranberries. That’s it. My only other task is to eat.
Because 2020 and 2021 have been what they are, I’ve foregone my annual blog Thanksgiving tradition of mixing up our typical American Thanksgiving dishes with international flavors (I’ve done Indian, German, French, Spanish and Lebanese – see here). However, because some of those creations were classics and delicious, I thought I’d throw out some reminders in case you were still TBD on next week’s menu.
Amazing Apps!
While not traditional, per se, they are the perfect “little bite here, little bite there” sort of dishes to have out for people to munch on while waiting for the main meal.
Roasted Brussels with Cilantro-Tahini Dressing
Hot French Onion Dip (one of my FAVES)
Magnificent Mains
Tabbouleh Spiced Turkey Breast
Indian-spiced Turkey Tenderloin
Spectacular Sides
Spiced Squash with Roasted Fennel Salad
Homemade Green Bean Casserole (no cans!)
Mom’s Best Thanksgiving Stuffing
Decadent Desserts
Spiced Pumpkin Seed Brittle Ice Cream
Before or After Dinner Drinks
White Chocolate Egg Nog Coffee
Not-Lame Leftovers
Turkey and Sweet Potato Enchiladas
Cassoulet (one of my favorite favorite dishes of THE YEAR)
Whatever you choose – even if it’s Chinese takeout! – I hope your holiday weekend is just what you need.
