10 Thanksgiving 2021 Recipes To Mix It Up: Cooking With Courtney

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18 November, 2021

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From Feed the Soul Blog: Thanksgiving marks the official start of the holiday season. And every year, we celebrate by eating ourselves into a deep, turkey-induced slumber. From Thanksgiving brunch to — you guessed it — the turkey, here are some simple recipes worthy of your dining table, and geared at keeping you out of the kitchen as much as possible so you can spend more time with family. Instant Pot Thanksgiving Turkey + Stewed Veggies Of course, a traditional Thanksgiving meal wouldn't be complete without the bird. This easy Thanksgiving turkey breast recipe is ready ultra-fast in 30-minutes thanks to the use of a pressure cooker, but you can pop it in the oven for that golden, crispy skin. The turkey meat is falling off the bone, seasoned with herbs, steamed in ale, and comes with a built-in side of stewed carrots, onion and celery. Thanksgiving dinner has never been easier! Get the recipe. Chorizo Fig Sourdough Stuffing Courtney Teague/feedthesoulblog.com This Thanksgiving stuffing recipe is a sweet, smoky and tangy twist on a classic, with familiar flavors like sage and celery. herby, savory, moist and a little bit sweet Bonus: You can make it ahead and reheat the day of serving! Get the recipe. Vegan Spiced Pumpkin Banana Bread Courtney Teague/feedthesoulblog.com This heavenly spiced pumpkin bread is naturally vegan and perfect for Thanksgiving brunch, a sweet treat or a snack for guests to nibble on while they wait for Thanksgiving dinner. Jazz it up with walnuts or chocolate chips, or even try making the muffin version of this recipe! Get the recipe. Magic Maple Mustard Tahini Dressing Courtney Teague/feedthesoulblog.com If you're serving a side salad, look no further for the perfect autumnal dressing! This 4-ingredient, 5-minute dressing adds tangy-sweet flair to everything from salad to vegetables, chicken or salmon. No special equipment needed. Get the recipe. Loaded Butternut Squash Boats Courtney Teague/feedthesoulblog.comThese festive loaded butternut squash halves are piled high with a buttery sage-hazelnut stuffing and topped with pomegranate seeds. Butternut squash is too good to be relegated to ravioli and soups! Get the recipe. Cinnamon Baked Apples + Salted Caramel, Hazelnuts Courtney Teague/feedthesoulblog.com These easy maple syrup-drenched baked cinnamon apples with a salted caramel in the middle and toasty hazelnuts are a super cozy, healthy-ish dessert at 110 calories apiece! Perfect for guests looking for lighter dessert fare other than the traditional pumpkin pie. Get the recipe. Hot Spiced Caramel Apple Cider Courtney Teague/feedthesoulblog.com Apple cider is a holiday season staple for a reason, and your guests will love sipping on this 4-ingredient stovetop cider while lounging around. Bonus: Make this into a cocktail, spiced cider, or iced cider drink! Get the recipe. Easy Roasted Garlic + Rosemary Bread Courtney Teague/feedthesoulblog.com It never hurts to have a loaf of bread lying around on Thanksgiving, whether it's for a charcuterie board or to soak up all the delicious drippings pooling on your plate. This simple loaf with roasted garlic and dried rosemary is a flavorful crowd-pleaser. Get the recipe. The Best Pumpkin Pancakes Ever Courtney Teague/feedthesoulblog.com These super fluffy, moist pumpkin ricotta pancakes are pillowy and thick, and flavored with spices and maple syrup. They're so easy, but taste like an item on a fancy guest menu. Perfect for entertaining holiday brunch guests! Get the recipe. Leftover Turkey Pot Pie Courtney Teague/feedthesoulblog.comWe've all been there: It's the day after Thanksgiving and you're saddled with more turkey than you would ever like to eat. Break out of your leftovers rut with this quick and comforting pot pie. There's a good chance that you've probably got all the ingredients you need lying around the kitchen! Making pot pie from scratch isn't nearly as complicated as you might think. Get the recipe. Read more Cooking with Courtney columns and submissions. Patch Wants To Feature Your Recipe Whether you're new to cooking or a seasoned veteran (pun intended), we want to feature your recipe as a Cooking with Courtney Reader Recipe of the Week. Use the form below to share your recipe. (Can't see the form? Click here or email your recipe to [email protected]) Cooking with Courtney is a weekly series featuring recipes by Patch Editor Courtney Teague. She also features reader recipe submissions in her Reader Recipe of the Week series. Keep up with her latest recipes on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter @feedthesoulblog.