Classic Thanksgiving
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Come Party With Me: Classic Thanksgiving — The Look
In my opinion, the dining table is just as important as the food that sits on top of it. I enjoy putting together a beautiful, autumnal setting. Start early with the tablecloth and build up from there.
Come Party With Me: Classic Thanksgiving — Drinks
Thanksgiving is a celebration that lasts half the day, so stock up on a variety of drinks for the different times. Start with a festive, champagne cocktail. Mix Prosecco with pear nectar and season with crushed black peppercorns.
Come Party With Me: Classic Thanksgiving — Menu (Appetizers)
One dish that's easily overlooked at Thanksgiving is the appetizers. Some people find them unnecessary, but with all the fragrant aromas coming from the kitchen, it's important to offer guests something to snack on while the turkey cooks. Keep it easy, don't experiment with new, difficult recipes.
Come Party With Me: Classic Thanksgiving — Menu (Dessert)
After you have finished your Thanksgiving meal, clean the kitchen and take a nice, leisurely walk. By the time you return home you will feel refreshed and ready for a piece of pie and a glass of champagne. Pumpkin pie is the obvious choice for a decadent dessert.
Come Party With Me: Classic Thanksgiving — Menu (Other Sides)
Besides mashed and sweet potato sides, no Thanksgiving meal is complete without the quintessential cranberry sauce. My fragrant recipe is flavored with fresh squeezed orange juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon sticks. The whole house will smell warm and delicious while this sauce bubbles away on the stove.
Come Party With Me: Classic Thanksgiving — Menu (Potato Sides)
Once you have decided on a turkey recipe, it's time to think about the sides. Potatoes are the classic companion to the stuffed bird, so serve both mashed white potatoes and baked sweet potatoes. You could flavor the mashed potatoes with a variety of options, but if serving with gravy, keep them simple and make a roasted garlic version.
Come Party With Me: Classic Thanksgiving — Menu (The Bird)
I don't know about you, but I am very excited about Thanksgiving! This week I'm pulling out all the stops to help you create the perfect traditional Thanksgiving. When planning a large scale meal always start by finding a recipe for the main dish.
Come Party With Me: Classic Thanksgiving — Invites
Last week I put together a party plan for those of you who are hosting your first Thanksgiving. Well, what about the rest of us seasoned pros who are excitedly awaiting the biggest dinner of the year? This week I'm giving you special attention by creating a wonderful plan for a traditional Thanksgiving!
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Retro Side: Creamed Spinach
This year instead of serving the requisite green beans at Thanksgiving, I've decided to reinvent a retro classic. Creamed spinach is a dish from my parents' past that is sure to tantalize the tastebuds. Fresh spinach is sautéed with a mixture of garlic, cream, and cheese.
The WB Celebrates Turkey Day with Friends, The OC, and More
Over the course of its 10 seasons, Friends served up some pretty classic Thanksgiving episodes. Now, with this year's turkey day fast approaching, The WB.com has put all nine of the Thanksgiving episodes together in one place.
Yes, that includes the football game episode from the third season and — maybe biggest of all — the Brad Pitt appearance from season eight, which not only just shook things up at the friends' Thanksgiving dinner but also got Pitt an Emmy nomination.
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