Whether you're returning home or celebrating with your newfound family, the best Thanksgiving recipes are here! This well-curated collection will help you unveil some traditional dishes in a modern yet easy way, and also re-learn strategic ways to cook some of the oldest, effortlessly delicious recipes.
Thanksgiving is celebrated to express gratitude, and the food recipes could be the one thing you're thankful for after a quick read! But before you buy huge amounts of frozen turkey, click on this to know What NOT to do- 9 things to know before buying a frozen turkey for Thanksgiving 2024.
Herb Roasted Turkey
"Honey and corn syrup blend with savoury herbs and seasonings to give my turkey a slightly sweet flavour My tried-and-true herb turkey recipe never fails to win compliments." —Recipe contributor Charlene Melenka, Vegreville, Alberta
The classic honey, savory herbs, and seasonings will give the turkey a slightly sweet flavor that leaves room for a pleasant after-taste.
Recipe
- Brush the turkey with oil and tie the drumsticks together.
- Place the breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan.
- Sprinkle with thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper.
- Bake uncovered at 325 degrees for 2 hours.
- In a small bowl, combine honey, corn syrup, butter, rosemary, sage, basil, and remaining salt and pepper.
- Bake until a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thigh reads 170°-175°, about 90 minutes longer, basting frequently with pan drippings.
- Cover loosely with foil if the turkey browns too quickly.
- Remove from oven. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes before carving.
Cranberry Apple Chutney
You need cranberries, apples, onions, and raisins for this recipe.
The delicious blend of the flavourful ingredients is usually had with roasted turkey and is famous among moms for the next-day sandwich spreads for school takeaway meals.
"In our house, this chutney is a must-have for our Thanksgiving dinner. It also makes a great appetizer when spooned over cream cheese on Melba rounds." —Recipe contributor Mary Ellen Gilbert, Franconia, New Hampshire
Recipe
- In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the sugar and water and bring to a boil
- Stir constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Once the mixture is boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 3 minutes, continuing to stir occasionally.
- Carefully stir in the cranberries, chopped apples, onion, golden raisins, brown sugar, cider vinegar, cinnamon, salt, allspice, and cloves into the simmering sugar mixture.
- Return the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chutney reaches your desired thickness.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the toasted walnuts just before serving.
- Serve the chutney warm or cold.
Hearty Butternut Squash Soup
The main ingredients for this traditional Thanksgiving Recipe comprise Italian sausage, butternut squash, and Great Northern beans.
"The comforting combination of squash, meat, beans and veggies makes this my go-to soup in the fall. It’s full of freshness." —Recipe contributor Jaye Beeler, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Recipe
- In a stockpot, cook sausage, onion, and red pepper over medium heat for a good 9-11 minutes. You may want to check by breaking up sausage into crumbles.
- Add garlic; cook for 1 minute more and remove with a slotted spoon to set aside.
- Add squash, 1-1/2 cups corn, water, and chicken base to the same pan; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for 15-20 minutes or until squash is tender.
- Remove soup from heat; cool slightly.
- Process in batches in a blender until smooth.
- Return to the pot.
- Add beans, tomatoes, salt, pepper, sausage mixture, and remaining corn; heat through.
- If desired, drizzle servings with cream and sprinkle with parsley.
Roasted Butternut Tossed Salad
Nutritious veggies, almonds, berries, and squash- this is a thirty-minute salad recipe that will balance the nutrients on the Thanksgiving table.
"This salad makes an easy and special side dish for Thanksgiving dinner, and it’s packed with nutritious veggies, almonds, berries and squash." —Recipe contributor Katie Wollgast, Florissant, Missouri
Recipe
- Preheat oven to 400°.
- Take a large bowl and toss the squash and onion with honey, salt, garlic powder, and pepper.
- Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan and coat it with cooking spray.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring once. Cool slightly
- In another bowl, combine the spinach, iceberg lettuce, cheese, and squash mixture.
- Just before serving, drizzle with 4 Tbsp. dressing and toss to coat.
- Divide salad among 8 plates; top with stuffing cubes, dried cranberries, slivered almonds, and bacon.
- Drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons dressing.
Cranberry Orange Bars
Another thirty-minute easy recipe that serves both- the traditional Thanksgiving trays and the modern ones as well!
"My mother has had this recipe for years. I love it! These bars make great snacks, but can also be served for dessert." —Recipe contributor Margaret Adelman, Bellingham, Minnesota
Recipe
- Grind cranberries and oranges (including peel).
- Set aside. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and ginger.
- Add ground fruit; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat; cook and stir for 15 minutes or until thickened.
- Remove from the heat; stir in nuts if desired, set aside to cool.
- For the crust, in a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and lemon zest.
- Cut in butter until coarse crumbs form.
- Add egg yolks and vanilla.
- Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until the dough forms a ball.
- Pat two-thirds of the dough into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan.
- Cover with the cranberry-orange mixture.
- Crumble the remaining dough on top. Bake at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack; cut into bars.
Garlic- Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Mustard Sauce
The main ingredients for this Thanksgiving recipe are Brussels sprouts, garlic, and Dijon mustard.
"Don’t be afraid to bring out the Brussels sprouts. Mellowed by roasting and tossed with mustard sauce, they may just delight even the most sceptical folks." —Recipe contributor Becky Walch, Orland, California
Recipe
- Place Brussels sprouts in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan.
- Combine oil and garlic; drizzle over sprouts and toss to coat.
- Bake, uncovered, at 450° until tender, 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the cream, mustard, pepper, and salt.
- Bring to a gentle boil; cook until slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes. Spoon over Brussels sprouts.
Pumpkin & Cauliflower Garlic Mash
All you need for this recipe is cauliflower, garlic, and solid-packed pumpkin.
"I wanted healthy alternatives to my family’s favourite recipes Pumpkin, cauliflower and thyme make an amazing dish. You’ll never miss those plain old mashed potatoes." —Recipe contributor Kari Wheaton, South Beloit, Illinois
Recipe
- Place 1 in. of water in a Dutch oven and bring to a boil.
- Add cauliflower and garlic cloves; cook, covered, until tender, 8-10 minutes.
- Drain; transfer to a food processor.
- Add remaining ingredients.
- Process until smooth.
- Return to the pan.
- Heat through, stirring occasionally.
Spiced Butternut Squashed Pie
Thanksgiving is incomplete without some sweet pie. For this Thanksgiving recipe, you mainly need a refrigerated pie crust, butternut squash, and evaporated milk
"My mom always made this dessert with her homegrown squash. It was my dad’s favourite after-dinner treat. I continue to make it to this day." —Recipe contributor Johnna Poulson, Celebration, Florida
Recipe
- Preheat oven to 450°.
- Unroll pie crust into a 9-in. pie plate, flute edge.
- Place eggs, squash, milk, sugar, salt, and spices in a food processor and process until smooth.
- Pour into crust.
- Bake on a lower oven rack for 10 minutes.
- Reduce oven setting to 350°.
- Bake 30-40 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean Cool on a wire rack and serve or refrigerate within 2 hours.
- If desired, serve with whipped cream.
These were the 8 recipes for you to try this Thanksgiving 2024!
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