Menu: Thanksgiving Dinner
Roast Turkey with Herb Butter:
Ingredients:
1 whole turkey (12-15 lbs)
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
In a bowl, mix softened butter with chopped herbs, salt, and pepper.
Rub the turkey inside and out with the herb butter mixture.
Roast the turkey in the preheated oven until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: Approx. 3-4 hours
Serving: Carve the turkey and serve on a platter.
Classic Stuffing:
Ingredients:
8 cups cubed bread
1 cup diced celery
1 cup diced onion
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup unsalted butter
2 teaspoons dried sage
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Sauté celery and onion in butter until softened.
In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, sage, salt, and pepper.
Pour chicken broth over the mixture and toss until well combined.
Bake in a greased casserole dish at 350°F (175°C) for 30-40 minutes.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes
Serving: Serve in a bowl or as a side dish.
Mashed Potatoes:
Ingredients:
5 lbs potatoes, peeled and diced
1 cup warm milk
1/2 cup unsalted butter
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Boil potatoes until tender. Drain and mash.
Add butter and warm milk, and continue to mash until smooth.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Serving: Serve in a large bowl.
Green Bean Almondine:
Ingredients:
1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
1/2 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Blanch green beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then transfer to ice water.
Sauté almonds in olive oil until golden. Add green beans and cook until heated through.
Season with salt and pepper.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Serving: Serve in a serving dish.
Cranberry Sauce:
Ingredients:
1 cup fresh cranberries
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
Zest of one orange
Instructions:
Combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan.
Simmer over medium heat until cranberries burst.
Stir in orange zest and let cool.
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Serving: Serve in a bowl or as a condiment.
Dessert:
Pumpkin Pie:
Ingredients:
1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a bowl, whisk together pumpkin, sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
Add eggs and mix well. Gradually stir in evaporated milk.
Pour the mixture into the pie crust and bake for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 40-50 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 65-75 minutes
Serving: Serve chilled with a dollop of whipped cream.
Receipt:
ItemQuantityUnit PriceTotalTurkey1Bread Cubes1 packCelery1 bunchOnion1Chicken Broth1 canPotatoes5 lbsMilk1 gallonGreen Beans1 lbAlmonds1 cupOlive Oil1 bottleFresh Cranberries1 cupOrange1Pie Crust1Pumpkin Puree1 canSugar1 bagGround Cinnamon1 jarGround Ginger1 jarGround Cloves1 jarSalt1 containerEggs1 dozenEvaporated Milk2 cans
Total Cost: $______
Note: The preparation and cooking times are approximate and may vary based on individual cooking methods and equipment. Adjustments can be made based on your preferences and kitchen setup.
Enjoy!
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