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Favorite Thanksgiving Recipes

November 20, 2012 by Kara Cook 2 Comments

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Are you still trying to decide what to make for Thanksgiving? I know I’m still trying to narrow down my pie choices. I always have a hard time deciding if I should use trusted family favorites, or branch out and try something new.

Usually I make some of both. And boy this year my choice is harder than ever. Now that I’m a Pinterest addict, I have even more pie recipes on my “to try” list than ever before!

If you’re still on the hunt like I am, here are a few of our favorite Thanksgiving recipes.
Enjoy! 🙂

Favorite Thanksgiving recipes collage

Turkey and Mashed Potatoes

You can’t have Thanksgiving without turkey. Well, I guess technically you could, but please don’t tell me about it. It’s practically un-American! The most moist and flavorful turkey I’ve ever had is made in an unconventional way. (No, it’s not fried.) Your guests might look at you a little strangely, but they’ll get over it once they taste it. 🙂

Mashed potatoes are another Thanksgiving staple. We love these Garlic Mashed Potatoes so much that once I found them, I’ve never even tried another recipe. That is pretty epic for me, because I’m kind of a freak when it comes to recipe experimentation.
thanksgiving-turkey-recipe

Rolls
This year, OK, pretty much every year, I am in charge of rolls. I love homemade rolls. Who doesn’t? These Yummy White Rolls are the ones I almost always fall back on. They are soft, fluffy, and always a hit.

I was amazed at how soft, fluffy, and delicious these one hour dinner rolls turned out. A simple yeast roll recipe you will love.

Oatmeal Rolls are super soft and yummy, even when I use part whole wheat flour. And because they contain oats, you are totally justified in eating more than one. 😉
oatmeal-oat-roll-recipe

And if you’re looking for something different, give these Cornmeal Rolls a try. They bake up such a pretty color, and they have wonderful flavor and texture.

Cornmeal rolls are soft, fluffy, and delicious. They have a wonderful texture and pretty color.

Side Dishes
If you’re looking for a quick and easy vegetable that tastes great, these Sweet Baby Carrots fit the bill. My family loves them, and they add a beautiful color to your Thanksgiving table.
Sweet cooked carrots - a simple side dish. Make cooked carrots more delicious with just a few ingredients.

I’m not a big fan of the traditional green bean casserole that a lot of people make for Thanksgiving. I prefer a more simple recipe. These Sesame Green Beans are incredibly easy, and taste amazing.

fresh cooked easy green beans on a plate with chopsticks


And if your family is more into sweet side dishes, give this Creamy Cranberry Salad a try. It is the perfect blend of sweet and tart, and even my non cranberry fans love it.
Recipe for Creamy Cranberry Salad- can be made ahead, and stores well!
Pies

My 11 year old has requested this Frozen Chocolate Symphony Pie for Thanksgiving this year. It is his very favorite. Not only is it delicious, but it is a snap to throw together!

This Cherry Almond Mousse Pie is my husband’s all time favorite dessert, so he’s hoping it makes the Thanksgiving menu this year. It is divine!
Every bite of this cherry almond mousse pie is incredible. It's a no-bake cheesecake that is loaded with yummy ingredients!

We have to have an Apple Pie every year, and this recipe is my all time favorite. If you like crumb apple pies, you’ve gotta give it a try! There’s a reason we call it “Evil Apple Pie”.
After one bite of this Dutch apple pie, you will be in apple pie heaven! We call it "evil apple pie."

Hope you have a wonderfully delicious Thanksgiving!

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  1. Jo-Ann

    November 21, 2012 at 5:52 am

    Kara, everything looks absolutely delicious. I have pinned a few of these and look forward to making them. Blessings to you this Thanksgiving, Jo-Ann

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  2. Dezi A

    November 20, 2012 at 3:33 pm

    So you must tell how that most delicious turkey was cooked!! šŸ™‚

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