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Home » Get Inspired with Seven Thanksgiving Sides & Dessert Recipes!

Get Inspired with Seven Thanksgiving Sides & Dessert Recipes!

November 19, 2019 by Cara Kretz Leave a Comment

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Thanksgiving is next week! Need some creative and easy ideas to go along with the traditional turkey, stuffing and gravy. Make these recipes ahead of time, and enjoy the day spending more time with your family and being grateful for their love in your life. Let the festivities begin!

WARM FARRO WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH, PANCETTA, WALNUTS & SHERRY VINEGAR

This is a savory and hearty side dish that can be made ahead of time. Farro is an ancient Italian grain, and holds up well to strong flavors. The crispy pancetta, sherry vinegar, craisins, and walnuts all compliment the cubes of butternut squash. Easy to make, and reheats well in the microwave right before dinner.

PUMPKIN LASAGNA WITH BROWN BUTTER SAGE CREAM SAUCE

Lasagna is a classic second entree for many Italians on Thanksgiving. Pumpkin Lasagna with Brown Butter Cream Sage Sauce is a light and healthy option! Make this ahead of time using canned pumpkin and oven-ready lasagna sheets for an extra easy addition to your table.

COLORFUL PLATTER OF ROASTED AUTUMN VEGETABLES

One of the most beautiful, healthy and delicious family-size platters you can make for Thanksgiving is a rainbow of roasted autumn vegetables! The key to roasting a variety of vegetables is to cut them into consistent- sized pieces so they cook evenly.

KALE SALAD WITH FIG, PEAR, PECANS AND A CHERRY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

Serve a substantial kale salad to balance all the heavier Thanksgiving foods. This Kale Salad with Fig, Pear, Pecans and a Cherry Balsamic Vinaigrette is delicious for an beautiful and healthy autumn green salad.

QUICK PÃO DE QUEIJO (CHEESE BREAD)

Quick Pão de Queijo is a traditional bite-size cheese bread from Brazil. It is made with tapioca flour creating a chewy and light bread. Tapioca flour is also gluten-free! The blender batter can be made ahead of time. Bake in mini-muffin pans while the turkey is being carved.

AMAZING TWO-INGREDIENT PUMPKIN CAKE WITH BUTTERED RUM GLAZE

Two ingredients and 30 minutes to the best pumpkin cake you will ever have.These are especially great made as cupcakes. Make these ahead of time and hide them until ready to serve.

STUFFING WAFFLES WITH TURKEY & GRAVY

And finally, don’t forget about leftovers. Stuffing Waffles is genius. Thanksgiving leftovers make a fabulous next-day Brunch! A crispy, savory waffle made in a waffle-iron from leftover stuffing is fast and delicious. Stuffing Waffles go perfect with warmed up leftover turkey, gravy and a side of cranberry sauce.

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