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Can you believe Thanksgiving is just around the corner? It is a day to celebrate loved ones and give thanks for all the blessings in our lives. The day where moms everywhere are frantically doing the grocery shopping, gathering all the necessary ingredients to prepare traditional holiday meal favorites.
That’s why today I’ve gathered for you 20 of the best Thanksgiving recipes around. Happy feasting!
1- Roast Turkey
Nothing can beat the great roast turkey in a thanksgiving table, it is both traditional and tasty! Here is a recipe by Delish to prepare the perfect turkey, by following some simple but efficient tips.
2-Maple-Roasted Sweet Potatoes
These unique maple-roasted sweet potatoes can be used as a side dish. The sweet potatoes are tossed with maple syrup, butter and lemon juice, giving the dish a unique look and a great taste.
3- Ratatouille Dish
This easy fall Ratatouille dish is 100% vegetarian and simple to prepare. It is composed of vegetables and a touch of cheese, the perfect combination of a great healthy dish.
4- Au Gratin Potatoes
Most of the time, potatoes are what we go for in the side dish, and these au gratin potatoes are a way to differ from the usual smashed potatoes. They are creamy on the inside with crisped bites along the edges, and simple to make.
5- Mini Everything Pretzel Dogs
Who doesn’t love a tray of pigs in a blanket? The “everything” stands for extra crunch and extra flavor, which is exactly what we need in a Thanksgiving feast!
6- Apple Walnut Sausage Stuffing
Just like the turkey, the classics of Thanksgiving can never be forgotten. With fresh herbs, and apple walnut, this version of sausage stuffing is easy, quick, and yummy!
7- Garlic Parmesan Knots
Garlic bread is okay, but these garlic parmesan knots are more alluring and special in a Thanksgiving table. You can prepare them from scratch, or buy a pizza dough and have them ready in less than 1 hour.
8-Dry Brined Turkey
A lot of people insist that their turkey should be dry and brined, and I agree. The process of brining actually makes any dish juicier, crispier and more flavorful. If you are not familiar with brining, or you have tried it before but it didn’t work out well, here is a detailed dry brined turkey tutorial that will definitely help you.
9- Cranberry Sauce
No canned cranberry sauce will ever beat a home-made cranberry sauce, and that’s a fact! Plus, a thanksgiving feast deserves better than that. This cranberry sauce recipe is quick (20 minutes) and simple, also, I am sure that after trying it, you’ll never buy store-bought cranberry sauce ever again.
10- Maple Glazed Spatchcock Turkey
The combination of maple and herbs gives the classic thanksgiving turkey a different and more flavorful taste. The recipe is easy to prepare and takes less than 2 hours.
11- Orange-Red Pepper Jelly-Glazed Ham
Have you ever considered ham with your Thanksgiving recipes? If not, then this Jelly-Glazed Ham recipe will surely change your mind. What makes this recipe special is the red wine vinegar and navel orange juicy sauce.
12-Pumpkin Pie
Is it even a party without pumpkin pie? This easy step by step recipe will show you the steps to make a good pumpkin pie, from how to make a pie dough to the whipped cream part.
13- White Pesto Spinach Lasagna
Lasagna is everyone’s favorite, and this recipe is on a whole another level! It includes layers of creamy cheese béchamel sauce with basil pesto, spinach, and caramelized mushrooms, sounds perfect, right?
14- Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie
This vegetarian pie recipe is easy and to die for! Sauced and prepared with red wine, garlic, olive oil, onions as well as peas and creamy mashed potatoes, there is no way to resist it.
15- Cornbread Dressing
The amazing cornbread dressing combines between the classic Thanksgiving flavors as well as the Italian sausage for an extra taste! You can either use homemade cornbread (for a better flavor) or if you are running out of time, get the store-bought version and go on with the recipe.
16- Turkey Cake
Celebrations are all about being extra, and an average cake is just not what we are looking for, but this turkey cake surely does scream “it’s Thanksgiving everyone”. From bittersweet chocolate to orange and red chocolate candy melts, as well as some Oreos and M&Ms for decoration, this cake is just perfect!
17- Burnished Potato Nuggets
Creamy and fluffy on the inside, and extra crunchy on the outside, these burnished potato nuggets are another version of the classic roasted potatoes, you should totally give it a try.
18- Spiced Pear Dessert
In 2 hours, you can prepare this wonderful spiced pear dessert recipe. It includes gingerbread cubes, sliced pears and cinnamon, and of course a whipped topping for a little touch of sweetness.
19- Dark Chocolate-Bourbon Pecan Pie
The sweetness of pie combined with the bitterness of dark chocolate surely gives the pecan pie a whole new taste! Try this dark chocolate-bourbon pecan pie to bring a new pie flavor to your thanksgiving table.
20- Holiday Detox Green Apple Smoothie
After enjoying the turkey, the stuffing, the sides and all the other delicious Thanksgiving yumminess, a detox might be just the thing. This 5 minute detox green apple smoothie is a mix of bananas, apple cider, cinnamon, kale, and pomegranate seeds for a healthier Thanksgiving.
Hope you enjoyed these yummy Thanksgiving recipes. Which one is your favorite? Let us know in the comments!
