This is a simplified variation of the turkey I made two years ago. It produces a really moist bird and a savory stuffing that was well worth repeating. It also has the advantage of roasting in under two hours—true it does not produce a Norman Rockwell turkey, but flavor and convenience over presentation!
Karl’s Deconstructed Stuffed Turkey Updated
Filed under Holidays, Main Dishes, Poultry, Side Dishes
Timing is always a challenge when making a Thanksgiving’s day meal, so an appetizer or two is always a good idea to keep the hordes at bay. While Eilene hates mushrooms, everyone else loves them. This is a dish you can cook slightly ahead and quickly re-warm just before serving.
Karl’s Shrimp and Wild Rice Stuffed Mushrooms
Filed under California Fusion, Rice, Shrimp, Side Dishes
A meat and carbohydrates heavy Thanksgiving dinner calls for at least one green vegetable side. This year, I decided on Brussels sprouts, one of Jan’s favorites. However, being a holiday meal I wanted something more than just plain steamed sprouts.
Karl’s Brussels Sprouts with Wild Rice and Pancetta
Filed under Holidays, Pork, Rice, Side Dishes, Vegetables
I had originally planned on making scalloped Russet potatoes and mashed sweet potatoes for this year’s Thanksgiving meal. My wife said, “It is not Thanksgiving without mashed potatoes! A quick shuffle and I did it the other way.
Karl’s Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
Filed under California Fusion, Holidays, Potatoes, Side Dishes, Vegetarian
I had originally planned on making scalloped Russet potatoes and mashed sweet potatoes for this year’s Thanksgiving meal. My wife said, “It is not Thanksgiving without mashed potatoes! A quick shuffle and I did it the other way.
Karl’s Mashed Potatoes with Chives
Filed under Holidays, Potatoes, Side Dishes, Vegetarian
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