15 Traditional Thanksgiving Dishes You Have To Try This Year
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Thanksgiving is just around the corner and for many people, it’s one of the few times they get to come together with their entire family and have a good meal. Thanksgiving is an old tradition and it is about giving back and appreciating those around you. The tradition began as a way of giving thanks for the blessing of the harvest season all the way back in 1621. It is a tradition followed by many cultures including people from Canada, Brazil, USA, Liberia, Puerto Rico, Grenada and many more. The festival falls on the 26th of November and we have a few dishes that you definitely would want to include in your Thanksgiving feast this year:
1. Apple Sage Roasted Turkey
To give your Turkey an extra delicious twist this year, you can give it a slight spin by adding a hint of apple flavor to the classic dish. The lovely aroma that wafts from your kitchen will have all your dinner guests drooling with anticipation. Why not try things a little differently in this oddball of years, right?
2. Green Bean Casserole
Give this classic dish a meaty spin by incorporating bacon in it. Take your regular green bean casserole and turn it into something cool. The yummy crunchy texture, juicy bacon and cheesy goodness make this dish a mouthwatering addition to any Thanksgiving meal. You can make the dish the previous night and then just reheat it in the oven to make it taste extra yum.
3. Candied Yams
All you need to make this dish is some potatoes, orange juice, dark brown sugar, and maybe a little bit of bourbon for an extra kick of fun (wink wink). Candied yams are one of the best side dishes to have at your Thanksgiving spread.
4. Creamy Mashed Potatoes And Gravy
Everyone loves some delicious creamy mashed potatoes. But it’s quite difficult to pin down the exact recipe to make them taste delicious. You need to add the right amount of garlic and salt to make sure that your mashed potatoes taste exceptionally good.
5. Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry sauce is one of the best toppings for any dish. It can make even the blandest of dishes taste impeccable and delicious. If you have a dish that is a little too spicy, cranberry is the perfect way to neutralize the spice and make it taste a little less spicy.
6. Pumpkin Pie
Who doesn’t love a good pie? A pumpkin pie is one of the most classic and notable Thanksgiving dishes and you cannot go wrong with it. If you’re looking to impress, you cannot go wrong with a pumping pie and there are plenty of recipes online that have been tried and tested and crafted to perfection.
7. Cornbread
To make perfect and super scrumptious cornbread, all you really need is buttermilk, granulated sugar, cornmeal, all-purpose flour and a large egg. If you’re having vegan or vegetarian friends over, you can replace the egg with an egg substitute product that you can find in your local market.
8. Biscuits And Gravy
This southern favorite is a must-have at every Thanksgiving dinner. Homemade gravy just adds the cherry on top to this spectacular and uber delicious dish. You can make use of turkey wings as the base for the good ole’ gravy.
9. Sweet Potato Casserole With Marshmallows
Sweet potatoes are a family favorite for many folks who celebrate the festival. Take things up a notch by adding some savory marshmallows to make the dish taste even more incredible.
10. Apple Pie With Vanilla Ice Cream
Apple pie and vanilla ice cream is one of the best combinations you can come up with. Nothing screams Thanksgiving spirit more than diving into a slice of warm pie and punctuating the flavor with yummy vanilla ice cream. Add ice cream to your yummy homemade pie and you’ll probably have to skip washing the plates once you’re done (we’re just joking, please maintain hygiene)!
11. Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
This velvety and uber creamy soup is as delicious as it is healthy. This is one of Thanksgiving’s signature dishes and the yummy butternut squash doesn’t get better. As these veggies are a little difficult to cut into, we would advise you to buy them pre-cut from a store.
12. Roasted Brussels Sprouts
If your family is really into eating healthy and staying fit, roasted brussels sprouts are a green and appetizing delight for the whole family. These bite-sized wonders will impress even the most health conscious of your guests.
13. Pecan Pie
You cannot have a Thanksgiving dinner without including the succulent and super delicious pecan pie at the dinner table. This traditional Thanksgiving dish is made using tonnes of pecan nuts, brown sugar, and corn syrup. It is quite heavy but totally worth the calories for its impeccable taste.
14. Baked Sweet Potato
Baked potatoes is one of the easiest dishes you can prepare for Thanksgiving and is perfect for people who want something quick and tasty. It’s creamy, delicious, and makes for the perfect side dish.
15. Skillet Green Beans
Another dish for fitness lovers. Green beans are great in stir fry from or even when roasted on a cast iron skillet. Just make sure you use oodles of butter to make it taste even more delicious.
In the end, the point of Thanksgiving is to spend it with the ones you love and who make you feel extra special and welcome during this season. It’s a great idea to involve the entire family in the cooking process to make things even more special this year. Do let us know if you enjoyed these suggestions!
