Thanksgiving Foods

Why would I want use fresh pumpkins to bake? Going to the grocery store to buy canned pumpkin to make a pumpkin pie I found out that canned pumpkin had risen greatly in price. Not to mention I...

How to make classic homemade stuffing for your thanksgiving dinner.

This French toast is not only eye appealing, it is soooo good. This would be a lovely dish to serve for a brunch on Thanksgiving morning or on Christmas morning. The bread that is used it not the...

Turkey, what would Thanksgiving dinner be without it? Cooks arise early in the morning to make sure the turkey is cooked to perfection. While in search of the perfect turkey, here are a few...

This mousse is lighter than the actual cake and it is perfect as a finish to your Thanksgiving meal. The following recipe makes for four cups of mousse

Thanksgiving is a holiday filled with family, friends, fun, football---and food. Many people look forward to turkey, stuffing, cranberries and other traditional Thanksgiving dishes. Since the main...

Mashed potatoes are one of the joys of Thanksgiving. Wonderful to eat, easy to make, they are a staple for your holiday dinner. Whether you're a guest or a host, this simple recipe is sure to be a...

Well, it's that special time of year again, my favorite time of year. It's nice and cool and time to begin planning and preparing for the holidays ahead. First up is Thanksgiving. In America it's...

After cooking a turkey for Thanksgiving or Christmas, you'll find yourself with a leftover carcass. This can be turned into literally gallons of delicious homemade turkey stock that can be...

Instead of carving your pumpkin this year, why not eat it? If that won't do, then pick up an extra, or buy a can of pumpkin. Once you learn all of the health benefits and how great it tastes you...

The cranberry nutcrackers are great for appetizers or side dishes and it is something a little different for the Thanksgiving meal but they also make great snacks for your guests while they wait...

November 14 is National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. If you do actually use this day to clean out and organize your refrigerator you will be one big step ahead of the game when it comes to...

After all the preparation for a delicious Thanksgiving dinner and at least one leftover meal the following day, if there is still more turkey why not make a refreshing salad combined with a hot...

Sweet potato souffle looks and taste like it would be complicated to make, yet it's very simple. Perfect addition to any holiday fest. This recipe livens up ordinary sweet potatoes, or that dish...

This is a great tasting soup to make with your leftover turkey after Thanksgiving and it is great for the cold weather and also great to bring to work as a healthy lunch, the following recipe...

The mixture of spices, pumpkin and pecans give this cake it's name. After all, what would Thanksgiving be without the pumpkin and spices? This cake is simple to make but people will think that you...

If you insist on something pumpkin being at your Thanksgiving feast, give this a try. Everyone who has more than one dinner to attend gets tired of ordinary pumpkin pie. This is almost like a dump...

For a Thanksgiving meal cranberry is practically a must but instead of buying a can at the grocery store you can make a homemade one and the following recipe has a twist to the original plain...

Thanksgiving time is just around the corner and we all want to make things that they will think is out of this world. I made up this recipe and I think it is out of this world. It is easy to do...

Perfect for holiday entertaining or a warm winter snack! The blend of sweet, salty, crunchy and creamy in this sandwich is unlike anything I've ever tasted. It may sound a bit unusual, but if...

I always smoke my turkey for the holidays. That frees up my oven for all the rest of my holiday cooking. It's really not that hard, but you have to start about two to three days ahead.

Cranberries are a popular item at Thanksgiving time and we are in the midst of fresh Sweet Potato season. These two foods have always been an item at our Thanksgiving meals. This recipe is not...

Thanksgiving is just around the corner. We all have our traditions that we like to fix each year and we like to try new things to try out. We have our favorites like turkey, dressing, mashed...

Thanksgiving is a holiday full of gratitude, family, and food. It is fun to smell the turkey and other foods cooking during the holiday. However, if you dread making a Thanksgiving dinner...

Thanksgiving marks the time of year when most people have food on their mind -- a cornucopia of culinary delights. If you're considering sharing the festivities with someone who can't join you for...

Pumpkin is my favorite flavor for pies, cakes and breads. I have to say however, that walnuts is not my cup of tea. This is an exception.

I received this recipe from my neighbor. She always made this yummy dessert on special occasions, especially in the fall. Can serve as an alternative to pumpkin pie. Do something different!

A fun and tasty way to add flair to any paty but especially Thanksgiving when we are trying to recreate our forefathers feast. Homemade butter! and no you do not need a cow to experience the fresh...

Pumpkin is good for you to and yummy too. Here are a few of my favorite pumpkin yummies. Enjoy!

There are lots of places on the web that offer Thanksgiving dinner recipes. Thanksgiving dinner is one of the most special times in people's lives where family and friends get together to show...

Autumn is creeping up on us. Before you know it pumpkin and turkey is everywhere. This is a way to kill two birds with one stone. Sorry for the pun.

In French, "crème brûlée" means burnt cream. Indeed, the hallmark of creme brulee is its delicate shell of torched sugar on top of the creamy custard. Traditionally,...

When my daughter was in kinder garden the class made a cookbook and made some of the recipes. She came home and just raved on this one, so we made it together, she showed me how the class did it...

This healthy flavor filled stuffing gives an added flavor to a stuffed turkey or chicken that you are making for you or your guest during the holidays. Thanksgiving is near!

Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday to spend in the kitchen cooking with your children. Even toddlers can get involved and feel that they are contributing to the meal. Create a menu that is simple...

School Thanksgiving parties range from small classroom affairs to elaborate parties that involve the entire school and include food, games, activities and costumes. Whatever type of Thanksgiving...

Holding a Thanksgiving party, or feast, in the classroom is a time-honored tradition in many elementary schools across America. Planning the menu can be tricky, however. Children, especially young...

Thanksgiving is a holiday that brings friends and family together to share a good meal, conversation and laughter. But Thanksgiving also comes with several health hazards, including an increased...

Thanksgiving meals traditionally involve a lot of non-vegetarian dishes. Besides the turkey, most of the other items on the menu are either meat (turkey or ham), made with meat products (gravy or...

A vegetarian can enjoy Thanksgiving Thanksgiving isn't about the food on the table, but rather it is a celebration of autumn and the bounty of the harvest. It has also become a traditional way...

An easy way to use up your leftovers from Thanksgiving

Here is a healthy treat that is quick, easy and tastes delicious! This dessert contains high fiber, low sodium, low cholesterol, low sat fat and is heart healthy. The quantities listed make 14...

Need a use for that can of Thanksgiving pumpkin you bought with good intentions? Or maybe you just want a hearty alternative for the vegetarians in your table? This soup recipe is a delicious way...

This is a recipe for frying a turkey. This is something I learned from my brother. I think it tastes better than baking, and it's quite a bit faster as well!

Simple steps to not packing on the holiday pudge.

Thanksgiving would not be complete without sweet potatoes or yams. If you are not from America you may not be familiar with this vegetable. They originally came from South America, where they were...

Ok, you have to bring something for Turkey Day supper. Here is a simple inexpensive treat that will make you the talk of the table. You will be begged to make it again for every gathering.

This dish disappears quickly at our school parties. I serve it in a nice cut-glass bowl and everyone raves at my expertise...until they ask for the recipe and discover just how simple it is to...

Holiday time is just around the corner and Thanksgiving is just days away. One of the most often asked questions is how to best cook the Turkey. The centerpiece at any Thanksgiving Dinner is the...

This is just one easy Thanksgiving Turkey Leftovers idea, that the whole family will enjoy. Easy to prepare as well as fast prep time. Great for Game Night too! Enjoy! (Serves 6 )