Crock pot Summertime Thanksgiving in a Bowl

turkey

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Chicken is leaner and more affordable.

stuffing

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bread crumbs

Quinoa is nutritious and gluten-free.

mashed potatoes

🥗Healthier: cauliflower

💰Cheaper: instant mashed potatoes

Cauliflower reduces carbs and calories.

gravy

🥗Healthier: mushroom gravy

💰Cheaper: homemade broth

Mushroom gravy is plant-based and lower in fat.

Cook turkey until fully cooked and juices run clear, about 1 hour.

Prepare stuffing according to package instructions or homemade recipe.

Boil potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes, then mash with butter and seasoning.

Heat gravy in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes.

Steam green beans until bright green and tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Sauté corn with butter and garlic until heated, about 3-4 minutes.

Layer mashed potatoes in the bottom of a bowl.

Add turkey on top of the mashed potatoes.

Spoon stuffing over the turkey.

Drizzle gravy over the stuffing.

Add a scoop of cranberry sauce on the side.

Top with green beans and corn for color and texture.

Sprinkle with cheddar cheese if desired.

Garnish with fresh herbs like sage and thyme.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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