Chocolate Pecan Pie

Chocolate Pecan Pie Recipe

In some parts of the United States, pecan pie is a Thanksgiving tradition.  This Chocolate Pecan Pie is taken above and beyond the usual pecan pie’s corn-syrupy incarnation.  A layer … Continued

Classic Green Bean Casserole Recipe – Green Bean Supreme Casserole Recipe

  Green Bean Casserole is considered the ultimate comfort food and one of the most popular side dishes served on Thanksgiving in America.   I have include two popular Green … Continued

Classic Pecan Pie

Classic Pecan Pie Recipe

The only way this pie could be better tasting is to serve it warm and top with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream.  In some parts of the United … Continued

Cranberry Relish Recipe

Cranberry Relish Recipe

Our family Thanksgiving dinner would not be complete without my son-in-law’s cranberry relish recipe that grinds in oranges with the cranberries. This flavor combination of sweet and tartness is a … Continued

Cranberry Sauce with Raspberry Vinegar Recipe

Cranberry Sauce with Raspberry Vinegar Recipe

Cranberry Sauce with Raspberry Vinegar recipe is an updated twist on the traditional versions of cranberry sauce.  Your family will love this easy to make version.   Cranberry Sauce with Raspberry … Continued

Grandma Gertie’s Sweet Potatoes Recipe

  Grandma Gertie’s Sweet Potatoes recipe is a must for our traditional Thanksgiving Dinner every year.   With the addition of the brown sugar and the marshmallows to this sweet … Continued

Oyster Dressing

Grandma’s Oyster Dressing History and Recipe

    This is the dressing of oyster lover dreams!  The oyster nectar makes the dressing so moist and flavorful.  What’s not to love about a dressing that includes fresh … Continued

Christmas Turkey Dinner

Holiday Dinner – Menu and Recipes

Your holiday dinner is one meal of the year that you usually know what to expect and what you will be eating. Different areas of the United States have different … Continued

How to Brine Turkey

How to Brine Turkey

Brining is the secret that chefs use for a perfect juicy chicken and turkey every time How to Brine Turkey:  It is very easy and economical, and requires no special cookware to end up with … Continued

Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes Recipe

  Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes are a GREAT time saver for the busy holidays. Prepare these mashed potatoes up to a week ahead of time and refrigerate. Your Christmas or … Continued

Refrigerator Butter Dinner Rolls

Mom’s Refrigerator Dinner Rolls Recipe

In our family, these Refrigerator Dinner Rolls are always made for the holidays (especially Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter dinner).  They are wonderful tasting and so easy to make. My mother … Continued

Pecan Praline Pie

Pecan Praline Pie Recipe

This is this souped-up Pecan Praline Pie version that the Southern people make for Thanksgiving dinner.  This is a delicious alternate to the classic pecan pie. Give it a try … Continued

Perfect Mashed Potatoes

Perfect Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Perfect Mashed Potatoes are so very  simple to make – but still there is a real art in getting them perfect.  Not too airy or too heavy, with just enough … Continued

Perfect Turkey Gravy

Perfect Turkey Gravy Recipe

Perfect turkey gravy, made using the turkey giblet stock, pan drippings, and meat juices from the Roasted Turkey, is an essential part of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Thanksgiving, dinner would … Continued

Pumpkin Chiffon Pie

Pumpkin Chiffon Pie Recipe

Pumpkin Chiffon Pie will be a big hit at your Thanksgiving dinner.  The chiffon filling is very smooth and silk like with a great flavor.  People who are not a … Continued