Thanksgiving is my favorite time of the year, a day dedicated to gratitude, friends and family and above all a table filled with good food. Whether you have a casual, low-key celebration or bring out the fine china for an elaborate soiree I’ve gathered some of my favorite recipes to make this your Thanksgiving best Thanksgiving yet.
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Main Course
On Thanksgiving turkey is the star of the show and whether you’re feeding a crowd or having a smaller gathering I’ve got you covered. Spatchcocking, or removing the backbone to lay the turkey flat, ensures that your turkey cooks evenly and in less time than cooking a traditional roast turkey (make sure you’ve got a sturdy set of poultry shears for this, or you can ask your butcher to spatchcock your bird) while a simple dry brine overnight imparts flavor and gives your turkey the crispiest skin every time. If it’s just the two of you or you don’t feel like making a big bird give my maple mustard turkey tenderloins a try. Also my turkey pot pie with puff pastry crust is a great way to use leftovers. I’ve also included a few non-turkey main dishes as well!
Spatchcock Turkey with Citrus-Herb Dry Brine
Maple Mustard Turkey Tenderloin
Pork Tenderloin Stuffed with Goat Cheese and Leeks
Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry
Appetizers
In my house Thanksgiving goes on for hours and I like to have some delicious nibbles available to enjoy before the main event.
Baked Brie with Hot Honey and Pecans
Burrata with Balsamic Cherries
Everything Bagel Smoked Salmon Puff Pastry Bites
Side Dishes
While the turkey may be the main star your Thanksgiving dinner needs a good supporting cast, and personally it’s the side dishes that are my favorite part of the meal. From potatoes and stuffing to veggies and salads you can’t go wrong with a full table full of these delicious side dishes.
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans
Hasselback Butternut Squash with Garlic Sage Butter
Kale and Apple Salad with Maple-Dijon Dressing
Fennel and Apple Salad with Pecans
Cranberry Sauce with Apple Cider
Butternut Squash and Mushroom Stuffing
Balsamic Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Desserts
Every good Thanksgiving needs a sweet ending. Whether you want a classic pumpkin pie, an unexpected showstopper or a twist on an old favorite I’ve got a few treats that will brighten any dessert table.
Drinks
Thanksgiving is a time of celebration and calls for a delicious drink to tie everything together.
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