Thanksgiving Recipe Ideas

It seems unbelievable that we're only a week away from Thanksgiving now. If you haven’t figured out what to prepare for your holiday feast, time is ticking! Never fear though, I’ve compiled a list of my family's favorites that you can mix and match to create an incredible holiday spread. There are traditional and unique recipes for mashed potatoes, stuffing, tons of desserts and more. Enjoy, and good luck!

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Plantain Stuffing Recipe

We had a little bread left-over from the Superbowl party, and instead of wasting it, I turned the stale bread into a delicious side dish. I added plantains, water chestnuts and green beans, then finished the dish with crumbled goat cheese. I paired the plantain stuffing with veal scallopini.

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33 Thanksgiving Dinner Menu Ideas

Thanksgiving is almost upon us. I’ve gone through the recipes I’ve published this year and put together a list for you in case you’re looking for inspiration. The recipes are separated by type, from hot soups to savory sides and meat dishes along with sweet desserts and drinks. ***My very talented 12-year-old sister-in-law Lya created the drawing and I wanted to share it with you.
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Pecan Stuffing with Rosemary, Fennel and Fresh Water Chestnuts

Here's a stuffing recipe that really packs a crunch. Pecans and water chestnuts provide flavor as well as a nice texture contrast. I added a fennel bulb for a mild licorice flavor, mushroom salt and a small amount of jalapeño for a bit of heat.

For a fancier stuffing, you can add some crumbled blue cheese to the croutons. I finished the pecan stuffing with a little parmesan for a salty (but not overpowering) note.

This recipe is far more savory than the cranberry apple stuffing I made last week. The differences between the two versions really demonstrate the versatility of stuffing. Whatever your preference, there's a stuffing that you and your family will love.

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Vegetarian Gravy for Thanksgiving

I personally love homemade turkey gravy with all the caramelized bits and drippings of the roasted turkey, so I was a bit skeptical when Lulu asked me to try his vegetarian miso gravy recipe. I couldn't believe that it would have the complexity of flavors that are present in traditional giblet gravy, but to my surprise, it was absolutely delicious. 

Miso is fermented soy bean paste, and it imparts a strong, earthy flavor to the gravy. For additional flavor I added fried onions and chili flakes. Butter and a touch of heavy cream created a rich texture.

Even if you don't have a gaggle of vegetarians in your house as I do, it's worth trying out this recipe.

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