With just two weeks to go until Thanksgiving, I wanted to share some of my favorite recipes in case you’re still looking for something to make this year.
Apple Cider Sangria is the perfect fall cocktail to sip on while enjoying appetizers with family and friends.
Looking for a festive cheese board? Check out this Turkey Board that is sure to impress. Not a fan of raisins? Swap them out for dried mission figs. The options are endless as long as the final product resembles a turkey (at least somewhat :) The kids would love this!
One of my favorite appetizers to make is Butternut Squash Bruschetta. It really encompasses the flavors of fall and is light enough not to spoil your appetite.
How about trying something unique like Fall Nachos? You can always add your own twist to these too.
Butternut Squash Hummus is the perfect make-ahead appetizer and would be nice to have around all season long. I bet it would be great with both plain and cinnamon sugar pita chips.
Side dishes
In addition to the canned jellied cranberry sauce which I will always be a fan of (don’t judge me:), I like to make a fresh one as well. The Spiced Cranberry with Orange and Star Anise is always a go-to.
I religiously makes these Creamy Mashed Potatoes and always get compliments. It probably has to do with the 1 1/2 sticks of butter and half pound of cream cheese that make these so good.
Oyster Stuffing may not be on your radar as a Thanksgiving side, but this is a holiday favorite for many. Especially in the south.
Another top pick of mine is Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese. My only recommendation would be to add more butternut than it calls for. ADDICTIVE!!
Cornflake, pecan and marshmallow-topped Sweet Potato Casserole is a fun twist on the traditional sweet potato side.
You can’t got wrong with Cornbread Stuffing from Ina Garten
Another pick from Ina is her Twice-baked Sweet Potatoes
If you haven’t tried stuffing waffles yet, you’ve been missing out! I usually make them the day after Thanksgiving with leftovers adding eggs and chicken broth to the stuffing before popping the mixture into the waffle iron. It serves as the bread for turkey sandwiches and it is orgasmic. Probably one of the best parts of Thanksgiving in my opinion.
Dessert
Besides the classics like apple and pumpkin pie, it’s fun to add another fall dessert into the mix. This Pumpkin Tiramisu is a great option and could also serve as a centerpiece.
Try this Pumpkin Caramel Tart in place of pumpkin pie to add a little pizazz to the dessert table this year.
Elevate your apple pie with this eye-catching Cinnamon-Roll Pie Crust.
Last but certainly not least, the Pumpkin Roulade with Ginger Buttercream has all of the flavors of fall and will end your Thanksgiving meal with a bang.
Wishing you and yours a very happy Thanksgiving!