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Thanksgiving Dinner Food: Easy & Delicious Recipes

  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Thanksgiving

Description

A guide to planning and preparing a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, featuring classic dishes and essential elements for a memorable holiday feast. This Thanksgiving dinner food guide covers everything from main courses to side dishes, ensuring your Thanksgiving meal is a success.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 whole turkey (12–15 lbs)
  • 2 lbs sweet potatoes
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts
  • 1 lb green beans
  • 1 loaf bread
  • 1 quart chicken broth
  • 1 cup cranberries
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Rinse the turkey and pat it dry. Season inside and out with salt and pepper.
  2. Place the turkey in a roasting pan. Roast for approximately 13-15 minutes per pound, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°F (74°C). Baste occasionally with pan juices.
  3. While the turkey roasts, prepare the side dishes. Boil sweet potatoes until tender, then mash with butter and season.
  4. Steam Brussels sprouts and green beans until tender-crisp.
  5. For the stuffing, cube the bread and toast lightly. Sauté chopped onions and celery in butter until softened, then combine with bread cubes, chicken broth, and seasonings. Bake until golden brown.
  6. Prepare cranberry sauce by simmering cranberries with a little water and sugar until the berries burst.
  7. Serve the Thanksgiving dinner food hot, arranging turkey and side dishes on a platter. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For extra moist turkey, consider brining it beforehand.
  • Add other Thanksgiving dinner food favorites like mashed potatoes or gravy.
  • Ensure all Thanksgiving meal ideas are prepared in advance to reduce stress on Thanksgiving day.
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3-4 hours
  • Category: Holiday Meal
  • Method: Roasting and Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approx. 1/8 of the meal
  • Calories: Varies based on portion and specific dishes
  • Sugar: Varies
  • Sodium: Varies
  • Fat: Varies
  • Saturated Fat: Varies
  • Unsaturated Fat: Varies
  • Trans Fat: Varies
  • Carbohydrates: Varies
  • Fiber: Varies
  • Protein: Varies
  • Cholesterol: Varies

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