three thanksgiving side dishes some traditional and some not so traditional
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vegetarian
Ingredients
- ●1 loaf of bread (about 10 cups, cubed)
- ●1/2 cup unsalted butter
- ●1 cup onion, chopped
- ●1 cup celery, chopped
- ●2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- ●1 tsp dried sage
- ●1 tsp dried thyme
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/4 tsp black pepper
- ●1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ●2 large eggs, beaten (optional)
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- 3Add the chopped onion and celery to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread, sautéed vegetables, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- 5Pour the broth over the bread mixture and stir until the bread is evenly moistened.
- 6If using, add the beaten eggs and mix well to combine.
- 7Fold in the chopped parsley for added flavor.
- 8Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased baking dish.
- 9Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- 10Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- 11Serve warm as a side dish.
Equipment
large skilletlarge bowlbaking dishmixing spoonmeasuring cupsmeasuring spoons
veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-free
Cranberry sauce has its roots in Native American cuisine, where cranberries were used both as a food source and for medicinal purposes. It became a staple at Thanksgiving dinners in the United States, symbolizing the harvest and the blending of cultures. Today, it is enjoyed not only during the holidays but also as a tangy accompaniment to various dishes, with many families passing down their unique recipes.
Ingredients
- ●fresh cranberries
- ●sugar
- ●water
- ●orange juice
- ●orange zest
- ●cinnamon
- ●nutmeg
- ●salt
- ●vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1Rinse fresh cranberries under cold water and remove any stems or damaged berries.
- 2Combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan over medium heat.
- 3Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
- 4Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.
- 5Stir in orange juice, orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- 6Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- 7Transfer to a serving dish and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Ingredient Alternatives
sugar
Healthier: honey
Cheaper: brown sugar
Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.
fresh cranberries
Healthier: dried cranberries
Cheaper: frozen cranberries
Dried cranberries are more accessible and have a longer shelf life.
Techniques
simmeringmixing
Equipment
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Also Known As
Cranberry RelishCranberry Chutney