Thanksgiving Menus
When
it comes to cooking and eating,
nothing beats a Thanksgiving
menu. The
lucky cooks of this important meal usually start planning in October
and always wish for a wonderful, sumptuous and memorable feast.
But ooh...the work! The good
news is that many stuffing, vegetable and potato side dishes, and meat
entrées like beef brisket or baked ham, can be made 1-2 days
ahead. That leaves the turkey which generally requires
special attention.
These
Thanksgiving menus are designed to
be taste-tempting, memorable and relatively easy. Don't stop
here. Mix and match these menu ideas with your favorite
family or traditional recipes. Be sure to check out
the Thanksgiving Brunch!
Please enjoy and Happy
Thanksgiving!
Chef
Deb
How
Much to Serve?
Minimum
amounts to serve per guest
- Turkey: 1/4 pound
- Stuffing:1/2 cup
- Potatoes:1/2 cup
- Vegetables: 1/2 cup
Serving
a Larger Crowd?
Holiday
Cooking for a Crowd
Food Quantity Chart for 50
Holiday Recipes for a Crowd
Stuffing
Gravy
and Sauces
Salads
Pasta,
etc
Thanksgiving
Turkey Recipes
Baked Ham Recipes
Savory Brisket
Rib Roast
Pork Tenderloin
Leg of Lamb
Thanksgiving Menus
Thanksgiving
for a Crowd
Serves 15-20 Guests
Sweet and Sassy
Shrimp Kebabs
Tapenade
Herb-Rubbed
Turkey with Roasted-Garlic Gravy
Pecan Cornbread
Stuffing
Add 1½ cups chopped, oven-roasted pecans
Gratin of
Sweet Potatoes with Bourbon
Buttered
Peas
Waldorf Salad
Halve
recipe to serve 25
Favorite
Cherry Pie
Mostly
Easy Thanksgiving Menu
Curried Pumpkin
and Apple Soup
Substitute 1 generous teaspoon curry
powder for the cinnamon
Delicious with Cheddar cheese
crackers or bread
Maple-Glazed
Turkey with Pecan Gravy
Potatoes
Au Gratin
or
Rich
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Glazed
Carrots
Simple
Tossed Salad
Favorite
Cranberry Sauce and Rolls or Bread
Pear
Pie with Spicy Crumb Topping
Easy
Elegance
Sweet and Spiced Pecans
Mini
Crab Cakes with Mango Salsa
Herb-Rubbed
Turkey with Roasted-Garlic Gravy
Scalloped
Sweet Potatoes
Green
Beans with Mustard and Mushrooms
Mixed
Greens and Apple Salad
Place
thin, tart apple slices over your favorite mixed greens, dressed with a
sweet and sour vinaigrette. Add a pinch of Kosher salt and top with
finely chopped toasted walnuts if desired
Caramel
Pecan Cheesecake
Light
Thanksgiving for One or Two
Easy Appetizers
Crab
Salad Lettuce Wraps
Slow
Roasted Lemon Chicken
or
Pineapple Glazed Turkey
Breast
Serve with dinner rolls and butter
Pear
and Spinach Salad
Pears and Chocolate
Sauce
Savory
and Sweet
Italian
Tomato Bruschetta
Or purchased appetizers in
pastry
Pineapple
Glazed Turkey Breast
Herb-Crusted
Sirloin Tip Roast with Creamy
Horseradish Sauce
Sweet
Potato Soufflé
Oven
Roasted Asparagus with Orange Vinaigrette
Pear and Blue Cheese Salad
Use a simple oil and vinegar
vinaigrette here
Chocolate
Toffee Trifle
Thanksgiving
Day Brunch
Perfect for after church or if
you are not cooking the "main meal" but would like to host family and
friends
Champagne cocktails, fruit
juices, coffee, tea
Made
to Order Omelet Bar
Fillings:
crabmeat, green onions, minced shallots, diced tomatoes, chopped
mushrooms, white cheese
Sausages with Mustard and Tortillas
Also
serve with sour cream
Asparagus
Parmesan Rice Salad
Strawberry and Spinach Salad
Holiday Cookies, Fruit Dessert
What's On Your Holiday Menu?
What are YOU cooking up this holiday season? Share your Thanksgiving and/or Christmas menus with us. Show off your party menu planning skills while you inspire others! Include recipes and cooking tips if you'd like.

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