Thanksgiving

[Jamie D]

Thanksgiving is the quintessential American holiday.  This year, the date is Thursday, 22 November.  I won't go into the history of the Pilgrims and the native Americans here, but it is a holiday associated with "coming together."  And really, there is no need that it be an "American" holiday - why can't we celebrate our good fortune with our extended Susans family all over the world?!

And, as is the case with most gatherings, food plays an important part.  I suspect I am going "small" this year, with two of four kids living out of state, but that doesn't mean I can't share my thanks with my friends here.

So this topic is for listing your Thanksgiving recipes, traditions, remembrances, or plans.

[Jamie D]

One of my personal favorite Thanksgiving dishes is called "24 Hour Salad."  You make it a day ahead of time, so the flavors blend together.  It is a fruit salad that can be made with canned fruit (but fresh fruit works fine too).

Here is an online recipe, similar to my own secret variation. 

http://www.food.com/recipe/24-Hour-Salad-38507

I will say, I omit the coconut and use lemon juice instead of vinegar.

[Brooke777]

My recipes are top secret 

However, I plan on cooking a huge meal this year. Even though there will only be three people eating it. That means, there is going to be way too much food and we will need to share. If you are in the Seattle area and want a good home cooked meal PM me. 

I will be making:
Turkey
Mashed Potatoes
Stuffing
Candied Yams
Cranberry relish
roles/biscuits
gravy
Pumpkin Pie

Maybe something green too 

[Laura91]

Save a turkey!! Eat a cornish hen instead. Make some stuffing and stuff it once it is cooked and there you go. A small side dish and roll are optional.

[Jamie D]

Maybe something green too

Green beans with ham hocks, southern style!

[Brooke777]

Maybe something green too

Green beans with ham hocks, southern style!

No, no. Maybe some fresh green beans steamed with a little onion. Or some zucchini, or broccoli. No meat needed in veggies.

[Jamie D]

Save a turkey!! Eat a cornish hen instead. Make some stuffing and stuff it once it is cooked and there you go. A small side dish and roll are optional.

Have you ever tried a wild rice and mushroom stuffing?  Wonderful

Edit:  Here you go, Laura.

http://www.food.com/recipe/wild-rice-mushroom-stuffing-47488

Although the recipe call for "mushrooms" (of any variety), in your case I would suggest Psilocybe.

[Brooke777]

Have you ever tried a wild rice stuffing?  Wonderful

Wild Rice stuffing with cornish hens is great!

[Jamie D]

Thanksgiving in Canada is the second Monday in October.

Sorry I missed it, my Canadian friends!

[Laura91]

Have you ever tried a wild rice and mushroom stuffing?  Wonderful

Edit:  Here you go, Laura.

http://www.food.com/recipe/wild-rice-mushroom-stuffing-47488

Although the recipe call for "mushrooms" (of any variety), in your case I would suggest Psilocybe.

I usually just go easy and use Stove Top stuffing (or a cheaper version of it). But I know a few people that like mushrooms that would like this idea. I'm a bit of a veggie-phobe.

[Jamie D]

I usually just go easy and use Stove Top stuffing (or a cheaper version of it). But I know a few people that like mushrooms that would like this idea. I'm a bit of a veggie-phobe.

With good reason!



Attack of the Killer Tomatoes?

[Joelene9]

  Christmas is the big get together with my extended family, but one of the family groups would have Grandma over for Thanksgiving.  One year in the 1980's it was our turn.  It was Me, mom, Grandma, and one of my sisters.  My other siblings had that with their spouses families.  We didn't have the turkey, but Duck a l'Orange, a good change of pace with wild rice stuffing.  My mom cooked the duck to perfection.  We had a good time that year. 

  Joelene

[Ms. OBrien CVT]

Green bean casserole.  And shrimp salad.

Also I have made Brussels sprout and walnuts with real maple syrup roasted.

[Ms. OBrien CVT]

This year, I will be eating with my neighbor.  Meals on wheels.  And maybe something will happen here at the park.

[twit]

I will likely be working since I tell them its ok since I don't have family here normally. I'm not one for holidays anyway.

[Cindy]

Well we don't have Thanksgiving so someone will have to invite me over.

[Jamie D]

Cindy, you have an open invitation.

I live in Hoboken, New Jersey.

[Snowpaw]

Sweet potato casserole and pumpkin pie. Don't care about the rest :3 *drools and wags her tail*

[Brooke777]

Well we don't have Thanksgiving so someone will have to invite me over.

I invited anyone who wants to come. However, you will have to make the trip to Seattle 

[Jamie D]

Here is a good Thanksgiving side dish recipe.  Rather than have your yams or sweet potatoes smothered in toasted marshmallows, try Praline Yams.

http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=200918

40 oz can Princella Cut Yams, drained
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup coconut
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup margarine or butter melted

Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Place drained yams in ungreased 2 quart casserole or baking dish. In small bowl, combine remaining ingredients; blend well. Sprinkle over yams. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 min or until bubbly. Serves 10 1/2 cup serving.

I add 1/4th cup of Kentucky bourbon to the recipe when I make it at home. 

I also like to use fresh yams or sweet potatoes, which I peel, quarter, and pre-cook on high in the microwave for 12 minutes, before adding them to the casserole and baking.