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10 Thanksgiving Menus for Every Taste

Posted Wed, Oct 22, 2008, 11:51 am PDT

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There are no rules to Thanksgiving. You don't have to eat turkey or begrudgingly make your famous cavity-on-contact casserole. Mix it up, take risks, customize, and add a flavor you know everyone will love. There's nothing worse than being on a diet on turkey day with no healthy options in sight or forgetting there's a vegan in tow. This year make everyone feel comfortable and thought of. It's almost a new year, so hold on to the traditions that make you happy and let go of the ones that bum you out. Happy Thanksgiving!

The Traditional

Pecan Green Beans

Perfect Mashed Potatoes

Cranberry Sauce

Perfect Roast Turkey

Pumpkin Pie

The Quick and Easy

Easy Green Bean Casserole

Easy Cheesy Mashed Potatoes

Turkey a la Carte

Apple Crisp

The Guilt-Free

Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Shallots

Creamy Cauliflower Puree

Cranberry Orange Sauce

Turkey Breast with Mustard Sage Crumbs

Sweet Southern Pecan Pie

The Global Gobble

Butternut Squash Soup with Star Anise Ginger Shrimp

Chinese Green Bean Stir Fry

Mashed Potatoes with Golden Onions and Roquefort

Harissa Roasted Turkey Breast

Mexican Chocolate and Dulce de Leche Crepe Torte

A Little Bit Country

Crusty Dinner Biscuits

Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes

Black Eyed Pea and Cornbread Stuffing

Deep Fried Turkey

Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Ice Cream

For the Fish Lover

Smoked Salmon Stuffed Puffs

Warm Mushroom Salad

Sauteed Brook Trout with Brown Butter and Pecans

Lattice-Topped Apple Pie

On the Grill

Buttermilk-Thyme-Drop Biscuits

Apple Cider Salad

Brussels Sprouts with Vinegar Glazed Red Onions

Cornbread Stuffing

Barbecued Turkey

Pecan Pie

The Fancy-Schmancy

Green Beans w/ Lemon & Pine Nuts

Sweet Potato Scallops w/ Caramelized Onion

Leek and Wild Mushroom Stuffing

Porcini Rubbed Turkey with Shiitake Madeira Gravy

Berry Sabayon Gratinee

The Vegetarian Feast

Curried Coconut Pumpkin Soup

Smashed Spiced Sweet Potatoes

Portobello Paillards with Spinach White Beans and Caramelized Onions

Pecan Cranberry Tart

The Eccentric

Creamed Spinach Stuffed Pumpkins

Vanilla Bean Whipped Sweet Potatoes

Slow Smoked Turkey With Cane Syrup Coffee Glaze

Chocolate S'more Pie

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1. Posted by Erin on Mon, Nov 12, 2007, 12:33 pm PST

Wow! Thanks for the Ideas!
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2. Posted by Miss Sofo on Tue, Nov 13, 2007, 5:25 pm PST

I've been searching for this thnx
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3. Posted by wan on Wed, Nov 14, 2007, 4:23 am PST

Thank you for the ideas, they are great!!
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4. Posted by newone1476 on Wed, Nov 14, 2007, 11:58 am PST

"A little bit Country" sounds GREAT!
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5. Posted by on Wed, Nov 14, 2007, 4:53 pm PST

Uhhh... the pecan pie under the vegan category contains eggs??
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6. Posted by luvjoydiver on Fri, Nov 16, 2007, 11:17 am PST

Thanks for all the great ideas! I was looking to contribute something different this year. And the one menu is Vegetarian NOT Vegan so its ok to use eggs as an ingredient.
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7. Posted by jerald_diggins on Sat, Nov 17, 2007, 4:20 pm PST

Some very great ideas, thank you so much.
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8. Posted by DAVID N on Sat, Nov 17, 2007, 5:34 pm PST

good ideas good ,good food
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9. Posted by stacey on Sun, Nov 18, 2007, 8:02 am PST

There is some great holiday choices. Thanks!
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10. Posted by caroline s on Sun, Nov 18, 2007, 6:16 pm PST

I JUST LOVE ALL OF THE 10 IDEA'S
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11. Posted by pintailgoldens on Sun, Nov 18, 2007, 11:20 pm PST

thanks makes life easier
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12. Posted by tbase78@sbcglobal.net on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 12:36 pm PST

Sounds great.. Try adding a soul food option.. just an idea
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13. Posted by Denise K on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 1:13 pm PST

I'm gonna have fun...thanks so much!!!!
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14. Posted by Khris R on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 1:26 pm PST

We must be pigs! Our menu is roasted turkey,herb bread stuffing,pot.&gravy,green bean casserole,rolls,deviled eggs,fruit salad,pumpkin bread & pie,bannana nut bread,stuffed celery,pickles & olives(relish tray),broccoli rice casserole.It is has been family tradition forever & the kids expect it!
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15. Posted by ruthmk06@sbcglobal.net on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 1:26 pm PST

cool site!!!!
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16. Posted by Teri L on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 1:44 pm PST

Khris R, Girl did you come from my family? That is like the exact menu we have every year, along with whatever anyone else wants to make. There is always so much darn food, I don't know how we ever manage not to waste any of it.
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17. Posted by Khris R on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 1:54 pm PST

Teri L, we eat on it for a week afterwards! And that is not counting the deserts! I raised 3 kids on that & when they got older their friends started stopping by. They are now 24,20 &21 & I have a 1yr.&4yr. grandbabies! They are in Okinawa (Army) this year & my daughter is making the same menu! Just the 4 of us this yr & it will still be the same!
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18. Posted by Teri L on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 2:04 pm PST

Khris, I hear ya. Our family has been doing that menu for years as well, and when I got married and had to go to the in-laws, well it just wasn't the same. I stopped going to the in-laws and started inviting everyone over to my place. Now the in-laws serve the same menu when they can't make it to our place for the holiday. Happy eating!
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19. Posted by sugar m on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 3:31 pm PST

Horses - it says vegatarian not vegan. Eggs are ok
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20. Posted by Stickman on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 5:01 pm PST

what about turkey subs?
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21. Posted by sam on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 5:03 pm PST

I am vegan. A very happy one =). We should totally look into healthy, environmentally friendly, cruelty-free, eating more and more. Meat production is SUCH a problem for humankind. I really wish that more people would look into this issue because it involves so many issues that are threatening us. One site is veganoutreach.org Be thankful this thanksgiving! Happy Holidays! =)
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22. Posted by sam on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 5:03 pm PST

I am vegan. A very happy one =). We should totally look into healthy, environmentally friendly, cruelty-free, eating more and more. Meat production is SUCH a problem for humankind. I really wish that more people would look into this issue because it involves so many issues that are threatening us. One site is veganoutreach.org Be thankful this thanksgiving! Happy Holidays! =)
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23. Posted by MrStyle on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 5:04 pm PST

How can people get tired of food they usually only eat once a year? I never get tired of it, I always look forward to it. I would be very angry if I came home and on the table no bird and no dressing!?
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24. Posted by flower78552 on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 5:05 pm PST

Khris, our family makes the same thing but we add squash, spinach with eggs, and candied sweet potoates and there were only 5 of us so we ate for a week
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25. Posted by littlegirl259@sbcglobal.net on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 5:06 pm PST

AAll the recipes i used were GREAT thanks!!!
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26. Posted by treeunlimited on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 5:06 pm PST

WOOOO GO VEGANS!!!!!=]
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27. Posted by CC on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 5:11 pm PST

HEY KHRIS, would you be kind enough to share your Broccoli & Rice Casserole recipe? I LOVE Broccoli and I LOVE rice...LOL Always looking for new ways to serve them. MCFROST@sbcglobal.com. Thank you in advance. CHEERS, CC
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28. Posted by cmartignago on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 5:11 pm PST

T.B. sees what I feel maks it different at my home, simplt add one dish native to your family tree. I like to make turkey ravioli as a side. Think about it and you will spice it up this year too.
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29. Posted by Snow Horse - Unhji Soquili on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 5:12 pm PST

It has always been a tradition in our family to have k-loaf, Mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, green beans, fresh rolls & butter, cranberry sauce & pumpkin pie - And since I have been married and my hubbys family has their own way - I sure miss our Thanksgiving - would give anything to have that again - but hubbys family is so closed to new ideas and wont change or add anything to their traditions - Been thinking of heading home for Thanksgiving - but then they will be upset .....
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30. Posted by Lizzie on Mon, Nov 19, 2007, 5:13 pm PST

They all sound good. Good food is good food.It's just my hubby & I this year & belive me, I cut down the menu big time. Smoked turkey, mashed potatos & gravy, steamed veggies & grand-bisquits. May-b a dessert?????
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