I’ve been having a hard time trying to sort out what I wanted to make for our Thanksgiving meal and I couldn’t figure out why. I finally realized it’s because my mental calendar hasn’t caught up and I am still stuck at the beginning of November. I guess it didn’t feel like Thanksgiving so my brain wouldn’t let me plan for it.
This seems to be a recurring theme this past year. Time rushes by but my brain can’t quite keep up. I suppose it’s a combination of getting older and slowly but surely launching a small business. Even though I would have liked more opportunities to slow down a bit and enjoy the chaos, I can’t say that I would change anything about this past year. There have been a lot of milestones that I am very thankful for. There were ones that were unexpected, and others that at times seemed as if they would never happen. I don’t know that any of them would have ever happened without the continual and unfailing support and love from my family. For them I am forever thankful and grateful.
If you are feeling stuck or uninspired, not to worry. I’ve got a lovely collection of ideas listed below from the archives. Whatever you decide to make, and however you decide to celebrate, here’s hoping it’s a wonderful day full of thanks, satisfied tummies, and that extra slice of pie. Happy Thanksgiving 🙂
– For an easy but tasty side salad, try the shredded brussel sprout salad
– If you want an update for the typical broccoli cheese casserole, try the cheesy baked grains with caramelized shallots and add some fresh steamed broccoli
– Ditch the boring dinner rolls and try these gluten free/grain free hazelnut & lemon thyme muffins
– For a vegetarian/vegan main dish (or appetizer), try the stuffed portobello mushrooms with dandelion greens
– The harvest apple & carrot loaf would make a lovely finish to your meal as well as a very special Thanksgiving breakfast
– The salted chocolate mousse is a nice raw/dairy free/grain free dessert option that will please any of your guests, especially those with dietary restrictions
– For a festive dessert, try the cranberry & pistachio bread pudding
– If you want a tasty (and easy) update for apple pie, try these baked apples with oats and chamomile and serve them with a bit of coconut cream or your favorite ice cream
– If you need a little detox after an indulgent holiday meal, try the beets & greens juice
