THANKSGIVING RECIPE ROUNDUP
It’s the best holiday of the year if you ask me and here is a list of all my favs separated by category!
Happy Planning
TURKEY
I’ve included three methods for turkey here but my fool proof method is the first recipe from Alton Brown. Crispy skin, perfectly cooked meat and in a fraction of the time!
I’ve never tried spatchcocking a turkey but it’s my favorite way to roast chicken so I wanted to include it. For the adventurous spirit the smoked turkey is absolutely delicious but note that it takes time. I didn’t have a smoker when I tried this recipe a couple years back but Russ includes directions for turning any grill into a smoker which is pretty handy.
Alton Brown Roast Turkey
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/good-eats-roast-turkey-recipe-1950271
Spatchcocked Turkey
http://nomnompaleo.com/post/66597843666/butterflied-big-bird-spatchcocked-Turkey
Smoked Turkey
https://thedomesticman.com/2013/10/01/perfect-smoked-turkey/
GRAVY
A pretty crucial condiment at the Thanksgiving table and one that people often fret over. All three of these recipes are great. The Bon Appetit recipe doesn’t include the turkey drippings but does include a couple extra steps to boost the flavor and in my opinion totally worth it especially if you want to make this ahead instead of right before serving. Easily adapted to gluten free by swapping out all purpose flour for gluten free flour. King Arthur and Cup 4 Cup make great gluten free flour blends.
Umamai Gravy
http://nomnompaleo.com/post/102452287023/nomtastic-paleo-thanksgiving-umami-gravy-video
Turkey Gravy
https://thedomesticman.com/2011/12/01/turkey-gravy/
Make Ahead Gravy
https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/make-ahead-gravy
POTATOES / SWEET POTATOES/ CAULIFLOWER MASH
I know that most people are obsessed with mash potatoes and wouldn’t want to mess with them much and for that reason I love the Bon Appetit recipe which includes simmering the milk with some herbs to add a very subtle flavor to a very traditional dish. If you are looking for a less starchy option mashed cauliflower will be perfect. I’m not a huge fan of marshmallow toped sweet potatoes and have opted for Jessica Murnane’s Chipotle Sweet Potato dish the past couple of years with no complaints. If gratin is more your jam then I’ve included a couple of those as well!
Buttery Mashed Potatoes
https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/extra-buttery-mashed-potatoes
Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes
http://www.jessicamurnane.com/recipes/chipotle-mashed-potatoes/
Mashed Cauliflower
https://downshiftology.com/recipes/mashed-cauliflower/
Two Potato Gratin with Goat Cheese
http://domesticate-me.com/two-potato-gratin-with-herbs-and-goat-cheese/
Cauliflower Gratin with Garlic & Sage
https://www.feastingathome.com/cauliflower-gratin-with-garlic-and-sage/
Roasted Garlic Autumn Root Vegtable Mash
http://nomnompaleo.com/post/102612649453/nomtastic-paleo-thanksgiving-roasted-garlic
GREEN BEANS
Again, if tradition is your thing you might be appalled by my many choices outside of a casserole or if you are looking to make a healthier version then Pamela Salzman’s Green Bean Casserole is a total winner! The Dijon Maple Green Beans are a personal favorite if your curious.
Dijon Maple Green Beans
https://carlsbadcravings.com/dijon-maple-green-beans-with-caramelized-pecans-bacon-and-feta/
Healthy Green Bean Casserole
https://pamelasalzman.com/healthy-green-bean-casserole-recipe/
Magic Green Beans
http://www.loveandbellinis.com/2016/02/girl-the-goat-magic-green-beans.html
Green Beans Gremolata
https://barefootcontessa.com/recipes/green-beans-gremolata
Miso Dijon Green Beans with Mushrooms
http://iamafoodblog.com/miso-dijon-green-bean-mushroom-salad/
Prosciutto Wrapped Balsamic Green Beans
https://www.wickedspatula.com/crispy-prosciutto-wrapped-balsamic-green-beans/
BRUSSELS
Brussels Sprouts have got to be my favorite Thanksgiving side and usually the first to go at our family table. Its honestly a tie between the two Michael Symon recipes for my favorite but I had to include a couple more because Brussels!
Brussels with Capers Walnuts & Anchovies
http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/roasted-brussels-sprouts-with-capers-walnuts-and-anchovies
Brussels with Bacon Mustard & Walnuts
http://www.cookingchanneltv.com/recipes/michael-symon/roasted-brussels-sprouts-with-a-bacon-mustard-and-walnut-vinaigrette-2109595
Balsamic Brussels
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/balsamic-roasted-brussels-sprouts-recipe-1996813
Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apples and Walnuts
https://diethood.com/brussels-sprouts-salad-apples-candied-walnuts/
CARROTS / PARSNIPS
Maybe the least popular but hey lets mix it up and you might be surprised at how good carrots and parsnips can be! If you love gruyere cheese as much as I do the Feasting At Home Parsnip Gratin is so so so so so good!
Parsnip Gratin
https://www.feastingathome.com/parsnip-gratin-with-gruyere-and-thyme/
Honey Mustard Rosemary Glazed Carrots
http://thehealthyfoodie.com/honey-mustard-rosemary-glazed-carrots/
Roasted Carrots with Red Onions & Fennel & Mint
https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/roasted-carrots-and-red-onions-with-fennel-and-mint
Creamy Baked Parsnips
http://gourmandeinthekitchen.com/creamy-baked-parsnips-with-thyme/
Maple Roasted Paranips & Carrots
http://www.waitrose.com/content/waitrose/en/home/recipes/recipe_directory/m/maple-roast-parsnipsandcarrots.html?utm_source=Pinterest&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=EasterRoasts
SQUASH
It is fall so squashes are a perfect addition to the feast. The Pamela Salzman Delicata Squash with Pomegranate Pistachio Relish is my go to! I’ve brought this dish to so many Friendsgivings and its always devoured.
Roasted Pumpkin with Chili Yogurt Sauce
http://drizzleanddip.com/2015/01/08/roasted-pumpkin-with-chilli-yoghurt-and-coriander-sauce/
Cinnamon Peacan Roasted Butternut
http://damndelicious.net/2015/10/07/cinnamon-pecan-roasted-butternut-squash/
Roasted Acorn Squash
https://pamelasalzman.com/roasted-acorn-squash-roasted-grapes-frico-pine-nut-dressing-recipe/
Delicata Squash with Pomegranate Pistachio Relsih
https://pamelasalzman.com/roasted-delicata-squash-with-pomegranate-
STUFFING/DRESSING
Ok so really we are all here for the stuffing…am I right? Its comfort food to the max and is over the top amazing fried up into stuffing cakes the following day. Trust me on that. I’ve made a number of these and have enjoyed them all. The cornbread stuffing can be easily made gluten free with a good gluten free cornbread mix.
Cornbread Sausage & Fennel
https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/cornbread-dressing-with-sausage-and-fennel
Sourdough Sausage Apple
https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/sourdough-stuffing-with-sausage-apples-and-golden-raisins
Wild Mushroom Fennel Stuffing
https://www.feastingathome.com/wild-mushroom-fennel-stuffing/
Butternut Squash Wild Mushroom
https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/butternut-squash-and-wild-mushroom-stuffing/
Grain Free Stuffing
https://againstallgrain.com/2011/11/21/grain-free-thanksgiving-stuffing/
Autumn Rice Stuffing
https://heatherchristo.com/2015/11/17/autumn-harvest-rice-stuffing/
CRANBERRIES
It’s not Thanksgiving for me without them. I actually grew up loving the canned version but in recent years started making it which takes very little effort and can be made a couple of days ahead. The Nom Nom Paleo Cran Cherry is super good!
Cran Cherry Sauce
http://nomnompaleo.com/post/66981815680/paleo-cran-cherry-sauce
Paleo Cranberry Sauce
http://fedandfit.com/easy-homemade-paleo-cranberry-sauce/
Orange Cranberry Relish
https://www.plaidandpaleo.com/2016/11/raw-orange-cranberry-relish.html
SALADS
Ok I know this category doesn’t always make it to the table but I really enjoy these and they can also take the place of an additional side.
Delicata Squash Apple Salad
https://pamelasalzman.com/roasted-delicata-squash-apple-salad-recipe/
Butternut Squash Pomegranate Salad
https://pamelasalzman.com/butternut-squash-salad-with-pomegranates-and-toasted-pumpkin-seeds/
Fall Salad
https://pamelasalzman.com/fall-salad-fig-balsamic-vinaigrette-quinoa-brittle-recipe/
Shaved Brussels Sprouts
https://www.acouplecooks.com/shaved-brussels-sprout-sweet-potato-salad/
DESSERT
Everyone has their go to favorites for Thanksgiving desserts and I’m a pie girl all day long. I personally don’t need six choices of dessert because I’d rather go back for seconds and thirds of the meal than save room for sweets but I wanted to include a good variety of healthier options.
Paleo Pumpkin Pie Cookie Crisp
http://paleomg.com/pumpkin-pie-cookie-crisp/
Paleo Pie Crust
http://zenbelly.com/2017/10/23/pie-crust/
Nut Free Paleo Pie Crust
http://www.paleomazing.com/paleo-recipes/nut-free-flaky-pie-crust/
Pumpkin Spice Coconut Macaroons
https://downshiftology.com/recipes/pumpkin-spice-coconut-macaroons/
Grain Free Apple Spice Coffee Cake
https://againstallgrain.com/2014/11/20/pumpkin-pudding-egg-free-dairy-free/
Paleo Pumpkin Cheesecake
http://paleomg.com/thanksgiving-pumpkin-cheesecake/
Apple Cider Cream Pie
http://www.lottieanddoof.com/2011/10/apple-cider-cream-pie/
Paleo Pecan Pie Bars
https://www.foodfaithfitness.com/paleo-pecan-pie-bars/
APPETIZERS
If you ask me a huge cheese board and some wine is the best app before the meal but here are a couple more options for you since I know not everyone eats cheese like a food group.
Brussels Sprout Prosciutto Bites
https://www.tablespoon.com/recipes/roasted-brussels-sprouts-and-prosciutto-bites/85c02444-4032-416c-9232-4d52452b90c6
Prosciutto Pear Arugula Rolls
http://www.thedefineddish.com/proscuitto-pear-arugula-rolls/
Shrimp Cocktail
http://www.thedefineddish.com/whole30-cocktail-sauce/
Sweet Potato Tahini Crostini
https://www.loveandlemons.com/sweet-potato-tahini-crostini/?
utm_source=feedly&crlt.pid=camp.kH1vW7LRA3Qc
Crudités Platter
http://whatsgabycooking.com/assemble-crudite-platter/
Sweet Potato Rounds with Herbed Ricotta & Walnuts
https://www.theroastedroot.net/sweet-potato-rounds-with-herbed-ricotta-and-walnuts/
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