Growing up, our Thanksgivings were over 25 people, so it was a holiday around family and food, and it still is. I’m so excited for this year’s menu. A cocktail, some appetizers, the turkey, the sides, and something sweet. Every recipe below is one I actually make, and they all work together on one table.
Cocktails
Pomegranate Moscow Mule — A holiday twist on the classic mule, tart pomegranate juice and spicy ginger beer with a squeeze of lime.
Appetizers
Deviled Eggs with Candied Bacon — Classic deviled eggs with a Dijon lemon pepper filling, topped with brown sugar candied bacon.
Honey Butter Cornbread Bites — Sweet, moist cornbread bites finished with honey butter and flaky sea salt.
Mains
Juicy Dry Brined Roast Turkey with Herb Butter — The turkey I make every Thanksgiving. Dry brining seasons it all the way through and keeps it juicy.
Sides
Crispy One Pan Stuffing — The crispy baked version, all in one pan. The crowd pleaser.
Homemade Green Bean Casserole — Not the back-of-the-can version. Sauce from scratch, with real mushrooms and onions.
Cheesy Mashed Potatoes — Yukon Golds whipped with sour cream and butter, topped with cheddar and baked until melted.
Crispy Brussel Sprouts with Candied Bacon
Desserts
Gingersnap Pumpkin Pie Bars — A gingersnap-flavored graham cracker crust, classic pumpkin pie filling, and homemade whipped cream on top.
Pumpkin Loaf with Cream Cheese Frosting — A moist, tender pumpkin loaf with warm fall spice and thick, tangy cream cheese frosting.
Apple Cinnamon Cupcakes with Cinnamon Sugar Pockets — Fall in a cupcake, topped with cream cheese frosting.
Chocolate Chip Sea Salt Cookies — A classic chocolate chip cookie with flaky sea salt.
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