Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, and it is that wonderful time of year when your mom takes out that box of wonderful recipes that all have some kind of weird stain on the paper. If your family is anything like mine, then there are at least 10 recipes that have not changed since our parents were children. But I say it’s time to spice things up a bit. I wanted to find out how to put a twist on some old (but still yummy) family recipes. Here are 7 recipes I found, from stuffing to a signature cocktail. Trust me, your contribution to the Thanksgiving table will not be overlooked.
Honey Mustard Brussels Sprout Slaw
Okay, okay, I know what you are thinking…BRUSSEL SPROUTS?! But hang in there, a hearty amount of parmesan cheese, the sweetness of cherries and honey will give this slaw just the right amount of sweetness to make you forget that you are eating one of the most underrated veggies.
Not only will you wow your relatives with your French cuisine cooking skills, but this dish includes some ingredients that are in season now. Don’t pass this dish up!
Sweet Potato, Cream Cheese, and Rosemary Biscuits
Hang on…I’m wiping the drool off of my chin…These sound AMAZING! No Thanksgiving table is complete without sweet potatoes, and these biscuits update a much-loved dish on everyone’s menu.
French Green Bean Casserole With Crispy Shallots
Maybe it’s my bias toward French cuisine, but this recipe was too yummy to pass up. Casseroles are a staple of Thanksgiving in my family, and I have a feeling my mom would not object to this dish making its way into our stomachs…
Chestnut Stuffing with Leeks and Apples
Stuffing may be the most important dish on Thanksgiving Day, next to the Turkey of course. The added surprise of chestnuts remind me of Christmas, and apples are currently in season so when your family isn’t looking, swap this dish for the traditional and await the inevitable outpour of pleased comments.
It’s okay to substitute one of the many pumpkin pies for this off the beaten path desert. When I read the words “salted caramel,” I’m ready to dive in head first. And I love little personal desserts. Très Bon!
This recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving, because it includes fall flavors guaranteed to please everyone!
There you have it, 7 recipes that will spice up the traditional dishes on your Thanksgiving table. I hope you all have a wonderful holiday with your family. I know I am already feeling thankful for food, and my mom’s willingness to add new dishes to her menu.Â