My Dad roasts the turkey and Mom makes a lot of the side dishes - primarily vegetables and dressing (aka stuffing that is not stuffed inside the turkey), and my Grandmother Martin does pretty much everything else. Cousins from both sides of the family bring highly-anticipated vegetable side dishes (my favorite is squash casserole). The food fest usually heats up around 1:00pm, and continues for several hours into the afternoon. Without a doubt, everyone leaves in a food-induced coma.
Over the years, I have been responsible for setting the tables, and helping out wherever needed. But last year, I was asked (finally!) to bring a dish that Granny used to make, asparagus casserole. It was quite a task, seeing as the recipe calls for a cream sauce that turned out to be a bit tricky to tackle. I think it turned out pretty well, considering it was my first try.
Everytime I think about our annual Thanksgiving and Christmas day meals with my family, my stomach starts to rumble. Here is what the menu consists of, and yes, we all realize that this is a little absurd...and no it never changes. :) Here is a picture of the entire spread fromTurkey Day, maybe this gives you an idea of what I get so excited about. This picture really doesn't to justice though, because there is an entire other buffet dedicated to desserts!!
The Thankgiving Feast
Turkey and brown gravy
Dressing (aka stuffing)
Green beans
Creamed corn
Squash casserole
Sweet potato casserole (no marshmallow topping)
Cranberry sauce (made from ground whole fruit and fresh cranberries!)
Baked Apples (first sauteed to perfection in butter)
Grandmother's homemade bread
Relish tray
Pecan pie
Boiled custard
Jam cake
Whew! A food-induced coma always hits right after dessert (approximately 3:00pm). Here are some tips from Epicurious.com to help you host a smooth, enjoyable Thanksgiving gathering of your own. I made the inspiration board below to offer some ideas for a festive Thanksgiving table.
Althought a blood orange mimosa would be tasty while the feast is being prepared, I wouldn't mind trying to concoct one of these festive cocktails -- courtesy of my friend, Ellen of Ellen Fork. Cheers everyone, and Happy Turkey Day!
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