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Thanksgiving Menu Ideas

November 23, 2013 by Judy Lyness 7 Comments

I’m sure there are of few of you out there that still are undecided as to what you’re going to include on your Thanksgiving menu.  Fear not.  Here’s a list of some fool proof, time tested and delicious options for your Thanksgiving table.

Start with this wonderful appetizer–Parmesan Fried Cauliflower.  This is a real crowd pleaser.  Plus it’s light, crunchy and will leave enough room in your guests’ stomachs to eat your entire feast.

Thanksgiving Fried Cauliflower

Of course there’s the turkey.  This recipe never fails to produce a moist bird.Thanksgiving Turkey

If you want to try something different striped stuffed sea bass is the answer you’re looking for.  Thanksgiving Striped Bass Stuffed

Stuffed pumpkins are a standard at my table.  If you can’t find the mini pumpkins don’t worry,  find a small one and fill it.  If you can’t find a pumpkin bake this incredibly flavorful stuffing in a baking dish.  The real point is to make this stuffing.  People will change the way they look at you after they eat this recipe.  You will become the reigning king or queen of the holiday. (It’s also great to stuff a crown roast of pork as well.)
Stuffed Pumpkins Thanksgiving

I’m not a fan of mashed potatoes.  But I’m over the moon about rutabagas.  Plus you can’t get a simpler recipe than this.

Thanksgiving Rutabaga mashed

And to round out your holiday table this colorful and scrumptious side dish (easy, easy) of corn and pomegranate will do the trick.

Corn Pomegranate Side Dish for Thanksgiving

If  you’re looking for an alternative to apple and pumpkin pies please consider these two options:  Melt In Your Mouth Chocolate Tart.

Chocolate Tart

Or these Baked Apples.

Baked Apples

Hope these ideas help.  Remember Thanksgiving is THE holiday to thank the people you love.  Have a wonderfully delicious holiday.  




 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Desserts, Entrees, Fish/Seafood, Holiday Dishes, Side dish, Vegetables Tagged With: baked apples, chocolate tart, corn, fried cauliflower, pomegranate, rutabagas, Thanksgiving, thanksgiving menu ideas, turkey

Comments

  1. Cathy @ She Paused 4 Thought says

    November 23, 2013 at 10:49 AM

    Girl, you know how to rock Thanksgiving! I love mashed turnips, but I now want to try rutabagas.

    Reply
  2. judylyness says

    November 23, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    Thanks for checking me out. Must get together when I return. Have a great holiday.

    Reply
  3. Mama's Gotta Bake says

    November 23, 2013 at 11:07 AM

    Judy, great ideas. I think I will be making your cauliflower this year. Happy Holidays!

    Reply
    • judylyness says

      November 23, 2013 at 11:15 AM

      Thanks so much for checking the post out. Fried cauliflower is great. Have a great Thanksgiving.

      Reply
  4. Dana @ Foodie Goes Healthy says

    November 23, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    Great recipe round-up. I love you stuffing recipe and your stuffed pumpkin presentation is a show-stopper. Happy Thanksgiving!

    Reply
    • judylyness says

      November 23, 2013 at 10:09 PM

      Thanks for stopping by.

      Reply
  5. Kelly says

    December 2, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    So many great ideas in here. Love those little stuffed pumpkins!

    Reply

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