My Simple Thanksgiving Menu for Four People!
Thanksgiving
This year Thanksgiving dinner will consist of only four people in my household (myself, my husband, my sister and my niece). I wanted to make a delicious menu but not have a lot of waste. There are some dishes I cannot live without (I’m looking at you, stuffing) but others I think I shall forego this year. So what am I making? Here is the list I have going in my mind so far.
Appetizers – I’m not doing many appetizers this year. I may do some cheese and crackers and a few salty items such as pickles and olives. I also plan to make candied and spicy bacon because it is so quick and delicious!
Turkey - I purchased a fresh turkey from Whole Foods today. It cost quite a bit more but I’m hoping I can taste the difference. I purchased a small one around 11 pounds, but that should be sufficient. I plant to coat my turkey with an herbed butter of Thyme, Sage and Tarragon (Thanks, Bobby Flay)!
Stuffing – Tried and true recipe of family. A sausage, onion and celery stuffing. Thanksgiving wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without the stuffing!
Cranberry Sauce – Could possibly be my favorite thing at the table. I just love a tangy cranberry sauce.
Mashed Potatoes – Doing a gourmet spin on the potatoes with heavy cream, sour cream and sharp cheddar.
Rolls – My husband makes the most wonderful butter rolls and my mouth is watering just thinking about them.
Brussels Sprouts – I need some sort of green vegetable. I love green bean casserole, but as no one else in family will eat it I’m skipping it this year. I plan to make roasted Brussels sprouts with perhaps just a touch of lemon and salt.
Desserts – Pumpkin cheesecake and lemon cream pie. I think between those two desserts we’ll be good!
What are you making this Thanksgiving holiday?
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