It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving is just a few days away! I am in the midst of planning for this year’s meal and though it would be helpful to create a post with some of my favorite recipes. I hope this provides ideas and inspiration for your holiday feast.
Good Eats Roast Turkey on the Big Green Egg – Brandon and my dad cooked the turkey on the Big Green Egg last year and it turned out wonderfully. Alton Brown’s method for preparing a turkey is perfect and roasting it on the Big Green Egg instead of in the oven added so much flavor.
Classic White Dressing – This dressing recipe has a short ingredient list but tastes great!
Sweet Potato Casserole – With alternating rows of crunch and marshmallow topping, this sweet potato recipe is sure to please everyone at your table. I’ve been making this one for several years now. It’s delicious and you just can’t beat the presentation.
Macaroni and Cheese – I first tried this recipe as part of my 68 Days of Gourmet project. It totally won me over and I’ve been singing its praises ever since. Try it, you won’t regret it!
Creamed Leeks – While searching for nontraditional sides for last year’s meal, I came across this highly rated recipe for creamed leeks. This dish ended up being a surprise hit with the whole family – even those who had never tried leeks before.
Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Onions and Shallots – This was another of the dishes that came out of my effort to mix up our sides. This recipe even had self-proclaimed brussels sprouts haters professing their love.
Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake – Pumpkin cheesecake is a fun addition to a dessert spread full of pies.
Pumpkin Tart with Gingersnap Crust – This tart is unbelievably easy to prepare and delicious. The gingersnap crust is what really sets this off, especially when topped with a dollop of whipped cream.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
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