A baked pumpkin custard-type dessert that is served chilled.
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 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
Pumpkin Flan
Marinated Thanksgiving Turkey
Ready to spice up your Thanksgiving feast? This marinated turkey recipe uses an intriguing mixture of savory and citrus, which makes it a great option for those seeking...
Method: oven, outdoor grill
Time: over 5 hours
Mini-Thanksgiving Turkey
Want a turkey dinner without all the work? Try this small-scale version made with turkey tenderloins and homemade bread stuffing.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Slow Cooker Turkey and Black-Eyed Pea Chili
Made with dried black-eyed peas, water, chili powder, cumin seeds, garlic, cayenne pepper, onions, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, chopped cooked turkey
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Cranberry Punch
This festive holiday drink works well with low sugar/diet ingredients as well as regular. Float the cranberries on top for a festive look.
Time: under 30 minutes
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Apple and Sage Stuffing
If you thought stuffing was just a sidekick, think again. This apple and sage version is here to steal the spotlight at your next holiday or dinner gathering.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Turkey Baste Paste
This homemade concoction is a balanced blend of spices to boost your turkey's flavor. Its perfect for rubbing inside the turkey's cavity and under the skin.
Time: under 30 minutes
Apple Pecan Stuffing
Want to balance out rich dishes with something a bit fruity? This apple pecan stuffing brings the perfect contrast with its savory herbs and sweet apples.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Bread And Butter Stuffing With Fresh Sage
Truly a stuffing that pulls all the stops. Fresh sage is an absolute must, of course, but the sweet apples and raisins in this spectacular stuffing help...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: over 5 hours
Caramel Pecan Pumpkin Pie
Made with brown sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, pumpkin puree, eggs, evaporated milk, maple flavoring
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Iowa Corn Casserole
Made with cream style corn, bacon, bread crumbs, onion, green bell pepper
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Baked Cranberry Sauce
This baked cranberry sauce is almost as easy as opening a can of sauce but tastes worlds better.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Cranberry Orange Relish
Made with cranberries, sugar, orange peel, orange juice
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Hotel duPont's Marzipan Pumpkins
Made with almond paste, fondant, corn syrup, orange food coloring, powdered sugar
Time: under 30 minutes
Green Beans With Caramelized Shallots
Made with dried thyme, olive oil, butter, haricots verts or slender green beans, shallots
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pumpkin Martini
Pumpkin puree is shaken with vodka, simple syrup, nutmeg, and vanilla for this tasty cocktail recipe.
Time: under 30 minutes
Sweet Potato & Leftover Turkey Salad
Made with fresh ginger, cooked turkey, sweet potatoes, dried cranberries, raisins, walnuts, mayonnaise, lemon juice, orange juice, orange peel
Time: 2-5 hours
Impossible No-Crust Sweet Potato Pie
Made with whipped cream, almond extract, sweet potatoes, sugar, flour, butter, egg
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Surefire Stuffing
Made with eggs, black pepper, salt, Italian bread, pecan, butter, onion, celery, parsley, fresh thyme
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Cazuela Pie (Pumpkin, Sweet Potato and Coconut Milk Pie)
Made with water, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, fresh ginger, star anise, pumpkin puree, eggs, butter, light brown sugar, sugar
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Cranberry Jezebel Sauce
Made with fresh mint, Dijon mustard, water, sugar, brown sugar, cranberries, prepared horseradish
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Libby's Pumpkin Cookies
Made with vanilla extract, flour, oats, baking soda, ground cinnamon, salt, butter or margarine, brown sugar, sugar, egg
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Sausage Potato Stuffing
Made with black pepper, salt, sage, pork sausage, potatoes, celery, sweet onion, butter, bread, dried thyme
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Slow Cooker Sausage And Corn Bread Stuffing
Made with pork sausage, onion, chicken broth, cornbread stuffing mix, butter
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Cranberry Walnut Salad
Made with pineapple, fresh cranberries, celery, walnuts, water, strawberry gelatin powder, sugar
Time: 2-5 hours
Orange Sweet Potato Souffle
Made with dark brown sugar, sugar, flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, butter, eggs, cream or half & half, orange juice, orange zest
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Oven-Baked Candied Sweet Potatoes
Made with butter or margarine, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, sweet potatoes, orange juice, vanilla extract
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Gluten Free Rice Stuffing
Made with dried rosemary, margarine, instant rice, celery, onion, water, poultry seasoning, ground sage, salt, black pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Boston Chicken Cranberry Sauce
Made with walnuts, cranberry sauce, orange marmalade, ground ginger, fresh cranberries
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cranberry Sauce with Amaretto
Made with almonds, orange zest, sugar, water, amaretto liqueur, cranberries, orange
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Kahlua Pecan Pie
Made with pie crust, butter, sugar, vanilla extract, flour, eggs, Kahlua, corn syrup, evaporated milk, pecan
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Candied Yams With Pineapple And Pecans
Made with yams, margarine, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, brown sugar, honey, pineapple bits, pecans, miniature marshmallows
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake From Scratch
Made with vegetable oil or canola oil, eggs, pumpkin, vanilla extract, sugar, all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, ground cinnamon
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Choco-Dot Pumpkin Cake
Made with oil, all bran cereal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, nutmeg
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Cranberry Cream Cheese And Cake Mix Bundt Cake
Made with sugar, nuts, lemon cake mix, cream cheese, milk, eggs, cranberries
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Oyster Wild Rice Dressing
Made with paprika, black pepper, salt, wild rice, pork sausage, green onions, celery, oysters, parsley
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cashew Turkey Pasta Salad
Made with lemon juice, salt, cider vinegar, cooked, chopped turkey, tricolor spiral pasta, celery, green onions, green bell pepper, mayonnaise, brown sugar
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Sweet Potato Casserole With Pecan Topping
Made with sweet potatoes, butter, sugar, milk, vanilla extract, eggs, pecans, brown sugar, flour
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Rice Stuffing
Made with onion, green onion, celery, red bell pepper, bacon drippings, seasoned salt, celery seeds, salt, black pepper, worcestershire sauce
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Thanksgiving Broccoli Casserole
Made with croutons, butter, fresh broccoli, American cheese, cream of mushroom soup, salt, black pepper
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Thanksgiving Bacon-Apple Stuffing
Made with bread, bacon, onions, garlic, Granny Smith apples, sage, chicken stock, eggs, heavy cream, parsley
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Louisiana Candied Yams
Made with yams, butter or margarine, water, sugar
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Thanksgiving Cranberry Delight
Made with lemon peel, lemon juice, salt, pecans, raspberry gelatin powder, fresh cranberries, cranberries, crushed pineapple, celery
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Slow Cooker Sweet Sweet-Potatoes
Made with vanilla extract, coconut extract, ground cinnamon, sweet potatoes, brown sugar, butter, flaked coconut, pecans
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Tofu Thanksgiving
Made with onions, celery, carrots, garlic, corn oil, sage, dried basil, vogue vegy base, sea salt
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Orange Candied Yams With Marshmallows
Made with miniature marshmallows, yams, orange juice, brown sugar, butter
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cranberry Gravy
Made with salt and pepper, cranberry jelly, lemon juice, chicken broth, lemon
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Candied Yams with Cranberries And Crunchy Topping
Made with miniature marshmallows, cranberries, flour, brown sugar, oatmeal, cinnamon, butter, yams
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Roast Turkey With Grand Marnier Apricot Stuffing
Made with oranges, dried thyme, salt and pepper, dried apricots, grand marnier, butter, celery, yellow onion
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Cheesy Green Bean Casserole with Water Chestnuts and Mushrooms
Made with margarine, onion, all-purpose flour, half and half, sharp Cheddar cheese, water chestnuts, mushrooms, soy sauce, hot pepper...
Method: stovetop, oven, microwave
Time: 30-60 minutes
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