According to the National Turkey Federation, over 690 million pounds of turkey were consumed in the U.S. during Thanksgiving last year. That leaves a lot of leftovers. If you are looking for something unique to do with your turkey leftovers, check out these Green Chile Turkey Enchiladas — a much better alternative to a cold turkey sandwich.
Dedric McGhee, executive chef of Thyme on the Creek, the in-house restaurant at the Millennium Harvest House Hotel in Boulder, CO offers this fabulous recipe.
Ingredients:

1 tbsp butter
1 medium onion, peeled and diced
1 tsp minced garlic
2 tbsp flour
1 cup chicken broth
2-4 ounce cans of chopped …read more

Thanksgiving and the holidays are very exciting times but they also can be very stressful as you plan your menu. It can also be a daunting task if you or other family members/guests have dietary restraints. Have no fear because now there is a really great cookbook series that focuses on specific dietary needs. Today I’m focusing on the Complete Idiots Guide to Dairy-Free Eating.

We all know someone (or are someone) who cannot eat dairy whether it’s because of health reasons, weight reasons, or because they are Vegan or Vegetarian. There are plenty of options so don’t fret!
My favorite recipe …read more

All of our Mothers make Thanksgiving dishes that are family faves. A dish that as soon as it is placed on the table is gone in a matter of minutes. It becomes a survival of the fittest with elbows out and mouths watering. It is my Mom’s Famous Guacamole that puts our family into a food frenzy. We always beg for more because it never seems to last.
You may not think of Guacamole as a dish that is normally served on Thanksgiving. My Mom’s recipe is the exception. It’s hardy, healthy, and full of flavor. It’s unlike any stuff you’ll …read more

Seasons 52 Restaurant Bar and Grill has brought us another great recipe, this time it is their take on butternut squash soup.  I’ve actually never had butternut squash soup from scratch before so I don’t know if there is always apples in it!  That just sounds strange to me!  But I am intrigued because butternut squash soup is actually one of my all time favorite dishes.  Unfortunately I’ve only ever had it in a restaurant, so I am definitely willing to try this one out at home!
Ingredients:

1 ea Butternut squash – about 4½ packed cups
2 ea Apples (not red), peeled, cored and …read more

This dish from Seasons 52 would be the perfect side to compliment roasted chicken, I think.  I have to admit, I am not much of a cook, but I am a huge fan of food!  There are some people that might balk at the idea of consuming an entire onion, but not me!  I love them and I feel that they compliment meat dishes very well.  And they are a great source of vitamin C, calcium and iron!
Try out this recipe for whole roasted onions, today!

Ingredients:

4 – 5 ea Yellow Onions, medium size
8 spritzes Extra Virgin Olive Oil
½ tsp Kosher Salt
2 pinches Black …read more

If you’re a fan of turkey but not a fan of the all the effort that goes into it making it, then why not try this alternative for your Thanksgiving dinner this year?  This light and delicious recipe from popular Seasons 52 Fresh Grill and Wine Bar Restaurant is sure to have you and your family clamoring for seconds.  The accents of fresh ground ginger, honey and BBQ sauce  have definitely got me curious!
I think it’s about time I shook things up on Thanksgiving!  I am giving this one a shot!
Ingredients

2 lbs Turkey breast, no skin
2 ea Onions, medium-size
2 ea Yellow …read more

High in antioxidants, blueberries are often considered one of the top “superfoods” by doctors and nutritionists. They contain fiber, vitamin C, potassium and more antioxidants per serving than green tea or red wine. Studies show that blueberries improve brain function, help lower the risk of heart disease and cancer, and contain anti-inflammatory properties.
This year, when making Thanksgiving dinner, reach for blueberries. A new twist on cranberry sauce, this blueberry-cranberry relish will soon be a family favorite!
Ingredients

1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh orange juice
8 oz. fresh cranberries
1 tablespoon orange zest
3/4 cup sugar
1 tsp. vanilla

Directions
Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan over …read more

I got the November 2009 issue of Food & Wine in the mail yesterday. It boasts “70 Classic and creative Thanksgiving Recipes…” Yep, turkey time is not that far away.
Last year I brined a turkey. I kept hearing about the process on the The Food Network (Yes, I know I always mention The Food Network. Yes, I do watch it that much. It’s like my kids and Spongebob). The brine is supposed to yield a moister bird. It’s a scientific process wherein the salt causes the muscle cells of the turkey to absorb water through osmosis. This hydrates the bird …read more

For all US readers, please have a splendid Thanksgiving!
What? You’re still looking for recipes??
Here are a few ideas for you:
Linette at She Knows Parties offers up Holiday Cocktail Recipes from Canadian Club.
Thanksgiving – Cajun Style by Kori at Robust Cooking is a complete menu!
Bacon-Nut Stuffing from Cyndi at Busy Family Meals sounds yum.
From Marye at Baking Delights, get the full tutorial with Thanksgiving 101… Best of Baking Delights.
And for dessert… try Layered Chocolate Cheesecake Bars from Heather at Chocolate Bytes.
Whatever you eat, please have a lively, yet laid-back day!
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