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Irresistible 12-Dish Thanksgiving Dinner Menu Ideas for All

Thanksgiving dinner menu ideas​
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A complete Thanksgiving dinner menu with classic dishes that are perfect for your holiday gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (12-14 lb) whole turkey
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 6 cups bread cubes (for stuffing)
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 5 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 lbs green beans, trimmed
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds
  • 1 can (14 oz) cranberry sauce
  • 1 pre-made pie crust
  • 1 can (21 oz) pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ginger
  • 1/4 tsp cloves
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup evaporated milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Pat the turkey dry and rub with softened butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
  3. Place turkey in a roasting pan and cook for about 3-4 hours, basting occasionally.
  4. For stuffing, sauté celery and onion in butter, mix with bread cubes and broth, then bake for 30 minutes.
  5. Boil potatoes until tender, mash with milk and butter, and season to taste.
  6. Steam green beans and toss with toasted almonds.
  7. Whisk pumpkin puree with sugar, spices, eggs, and evaporated milk, pour into pie crust, and bake for 45 minutes.
  8. Let turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving.
  9. Serve all dishes warm.

Notes

  • Thaw turkey in the fridge for 2-3 days before cooking.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check doneness (165°F in the thickest part).
  • Make pie a day ahead for easier serving.

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