This diabetic-friendly, low-sugar pecan pie is astoundingly good. This recipe preserves that ooey-gooey inside and fulfills a rich, sweet fantasy.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Thanksgiving Recipes: Turkey, Stuffing, Pumpkin Pie
Thanksgiving is celebrated the fourth Thursday in November in the United States. It's a remembrance of the first Pilgrim feast in 1621 where they gave thanks for a bountiful harvest.
This is also one holiday that warrants nearly as many recipes for leftovers as it does the meal itself. In fact, many people claim that the leftovers are their favorite part of the holiday!
Every few years a new trendy fad develops to put a new spin on the traditional fare. For example, deep frying a turkey in place of roasting has become popular over the last few years as has brining the bird before cooking it.
Traditional Thanksgiving food (not to be confused with the food served at the original feast, only some of which is still served today) consists of a roasted turkey, gravy, stuffing (dressing), mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin or pecan pie. Of course, many variations are common in different parts of the country and every family has developed their own traditions.
Canadian Thanksgiving is celebrated on the second Monday in October (same as the former Columbus Day in the U.S.). Many of the same foods are eaten on both US and Canadian Thanksgivings.
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mashing the potatoes
Learn the tricks of the trade for keeping your potatoes lump free and preventing them from turning gluey
gravy basics
Lose the lumps, brown your flour, and other handy gravy tips
storing leftovers
A handy guide on how long to safely store those leftovers.
cooking the turkey
Tips for a perfectly juicy and tasty turkey every time
Diabetic Pecan Pie
Mashed Potato Dumplings
Turn leftover mashed potatoes into a whole new dish. They can be used in a variety of soups and stews and only take a few minutes to make.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Basic Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry sauce is as good on chicken as it is on turkey, so show this sauce some love outside of holiday time and use it to brighten up grilled chicken sandwiches or pita...
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Libby's Quick Pumpkin Pudding
A simple last minute dessert idea for Thanksgiving. Made with pudding mix, milk or eggnog, canned pumpkin, spice, and whipped topping.
Time: 1-2 hours
Make-Ahead Instant Mashed Potatoes
Instant mashed potatoes get an upgrade with cream cheese, sour cream, and herbs for a delicious mashed potato dish without all the work.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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Crispy Potato Patties
What separates these potato patties from regular potato pancakes? They start off with mashed potatoes for an uber-creamy center once you break through the crispy fried exterior....
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Stouffer's Corn Souffle
A copycat of the popular frozen corn souffle made by Stouffer's. It's made with eggs, creamed corn, sour cream, milk, and a hint of nutmeg.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Easy Turkey a la King
Cream of mushroom soup makes for an easy sauce in this recipe. Best of all, it's ready in just a few minutes with very little work.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Mashed Potato Pancakes
This is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes (especially after the holidays).
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Gorgonzola Mashed Potatoes
Who knew potatoes could be so fancy? These gorgonzola mashed potatoes are all about turning the everyday into something extraordinary.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Ginger Glazed Carrots
Ginger glazed carrots are a delicious and easy way to add some extra flavor to your side dish. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or holiday meal.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Contemporary Club Sandwich
The classic club sandwich gets an updated ingredient list.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Best Ever Green Bean Casserole
A cheesier version of the traditional green bean casserole. It's made with green beans, cream of mushroom soup, fried onion rings, and Velveeta cheese
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Stove Top-Like Stuffing Mix
Keep stuffing mix on hand cheaper than the boxed kind. Stuffing cubes are mixed with dried herbs and can be stored until you need it.
Time: under 30 minutes
Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake
A deliciously moist and flavorful cake that is perfect for the fall season. Made with a spice cake mix, pumpkin, and vanilla pudding mix, this cake is sure to be a hit with...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Barbara's Candied Yams
Barbara gets it. No marshmallow topping, no frills, just perfect candied yams. Nutmeg and vanilla bring out the natural flavor of the yams, for a dish that's the perfect bridge...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Brown Sugar-Glazed Carrots
Simple but delicious! Carrots are glazed with brown sugar, butter, and orange peel.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Louisiana Oyster Stuffing
This recipe is the perfect way to add a little bit of seafood flair to your Thanksgiving feast. This traditional oyster stuffing is sure to please even the most discerning...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Roasted Turkey
What's the hurry? Slow-roasting is the way to go for an ultra-juicy bird, and a quick crank of the oven up to 500 gives this turkey a nice outer crust before the rest gets cooked.
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Mom's Left-Over Mashed Potato Casserole
Don't settle for just reheating your leftover mashed potatoes, turn them into a loaded up casserole with bacon and cheese.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Oven Orange-Glazed Carrots
Oven-roasting the carrots in a sweet butter sauce gives them a caramelized-like glaze.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Old-Fashioned Green Beans
With bacon as a sidekick, these green beans turn into a Rockstar and steal the dinner table show. Front row tickets, please. I don't want to miss the party.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Quick Candied Yams
Want to dress up a can of sweet potatoes? This simple recipe creates a sweet and buttery dish that's ready in no time.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Leftover Mashed Potatoes Croquettes
What do you do with leftover mashed potatoes? Try potato croquettes! They're crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and make for a great appetizer or side...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Pumpkins aren't just for pies or Halloween decorations. These large, orange gourds - while naturally sweet - also work well in savory dishes. They pair well with poultry and pork (and especially bacon) and their creamy-when-cooked texture blends easily into soups.
Not to be confused with evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk is very sweet (and very sticky) and used primarily in desserts.
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