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Classic Thanksgiving Feast

Classic Thanksgiving Feast: 7 Tips for a Memorable Meal


  • Author: recipeinspire
  • Total Time: 6 hours
  • Yield: 10–12 servings

Description

This Thanksgiving Feast is a complete holiday dinner spread with a golden roasted turkey, savory sides, and indulgent desserts—perfect for celebrating with family and friends. Packed with flavors that define the holiday season!


Ingredients

  • Roast Turkey: 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs), butter, herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper
  • Stuffing: Bread cubes, celery, onion, chicken broth, herbs
  • Mashed Potatoes: Russet potatoes, butter, cream, salt
  • Gravy: Pan drippings, flour, broth
  • Green Bean Casserole: Fresh green beans, mushroom soup, fried onions
  • Cranberry Sauce: Fresh cranberries, sugar, orange zest
  • Pumpkin Pie: Pie crust, pumpkin purée, eggs, sugar, spices

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Turkey: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Season turkey with butter, herbs, salt, and pepper. Roast according to weight until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  2. Make the Stuffing: Sauté celery and onion in butter, mix with bread cubes, broth, and herbs. Bake until golden.
  3. Mashed Potatoes: Boil potatoes until tender, mash with butter, cream, and salt.
  4. Gravy: Whisk pan drippings with flour and broth until smooth.
  5. Green Bean Casserole: Mix green beans, soup, and onions. Bake until bubbly.
  6. Cranberry Sauce: Simmer cranberries with sugar and orange zest until thickened.
  7. Pumpkin Pie: Whisk pumpkin, eggs, sugar, and spices. Pour into crust and bake.
  8. Serve: Arrange dishes on the table for a family-style Thanksgiving feast.

Notes

You can prepare most sides a day ahead to save time on Thanksgiving Day.

  • Prep Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Holiday, Dinner
  • Method: Roasting, Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 750
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 80g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 155mg

Keywords: thanksgiving feast, holiday dinner, roast turkey, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie