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    The Best of Thanksgiving: Recipes and Inspiration for a Festive Holiday Meal
    The Best of Thanksgiving: Recipes and Inspiration for a Festive Holiday Meal
    The Best of Thanksgiving: Recipes and Inspiration for a Festive Holiday Meal
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    The Best of Thanksgiving: Recipes and Inspiration for a Festive Holiday Meal

    By The Editors of Williams-Sonoma

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    “More than 80 recipes covering everything from drinks to desserts . . . [and] a special section helping you prepare delicious meals with your leftovers.”—Chicago Tribune, “Thanksgiving Cookbooks with Foolproof Recipes”
     
    Create the most memorable and inspired feast with this solution-oriented book. In these pages, you’ll find over 80 recipes—from cocktails and appetizers, to main dishes, sides, stuffings, gravies, and desserts—including traditional and contemporary favorites. Discover tips for organizing the meal, working with turkey, choosing wine pairings, creating menus, and more in this complete guide to Thanksgiving.
     
    Blend inspired new dishes with your most dearly held traditions using such recipes as Cream of Chestnut Soup, Maple-Bourbon Smash, Curry-Spiced Turkey, Oyster & Mushroom Stuffing, Pumpkin Cheesecake, Boozy Ice Cream, From-Scratch Green Bean Casserole, Baked Ham with Honey-Port Glaze, Vegetable Potpie, Candied Sweet Potatoes, Turkey Banh Mi, Cauliflower Steaks with Brown Butter, and more.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherOpen Road Integrated Media
    Release dateOct 27, 2015
    ISBN9781681880709
    The Best of Thanksgiving: Recipes and Inspiration for a Festive Holiday Meal

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      The Best of Thanksgiving - The Editors of Williams-Sonoma

      Time for Thanks

      Although we all gather around a table to give thanks on the fourth Thursday in November, there’s really no single way to celebrate Thanksgiving. That’s why we’ve put together this abundant collection of Thanksgiving recipes that help you blend inspired new dishes with your most dearly held traditions. In these pages, you’ll find more than 80 recipes for cocktails and appetizers; main dishes, including six imaginative ways to cook turkey, plus a glazed ham and a tempting vegetarian potpie; stuffings and breads; twenty sides of all kinds; gravies and relishes; holiday-themed desserts, including the iconic pies (pumpkin, apple, and pecan) and other tempting sweets; and four standout sandwiches for making the most of the leftovers.

      Most of the work of Thanksgiving, as with any kind of entertaining, should be done in advance of the event itself. With a good plan in hand, you will be able to join the party and share in the fun. Look for useful tips about creating a realistic timeline for a stress-free meal on see recipe, pointers on setting the scene on see recipe, ideas for pairing wine with your meal on see recipe, tips and tricks for roasting and serving a beautiful bird on see recipe, and recipes for staples such as stock and pie dough on see recipe.

      With this book in your arsenal, you’ll have everything you need for a wonderful holiday meal. But remember, cooking what you love and serving your feast with joy are key to giving your family and friends something to be truly thankful for: a celebration to remember.

      Timeline

      The key to stress-free entertaining is to plan ahead—especially when it comes to the Thanksgiving meal. This timeline will help you stay on track. You can do much of the prep work beforehand, so you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the company of your family and friends on the day of the feast.

      1 TO 2 WEEKS BEFORE THANKSGIVING

      • Confirm the number of guests and plan the menu

      • Order the turkey

      • Plan the table setting, serving dishes, and decorations

      • Read through all your recipes to determine the food and cooking tools you will need

      • Make the shopping and to-do lists

      A FEW DAYS BEFORE THANKSGIVING

      • Prepare the turkey brine (if using) but do not add the turkey; cover and refrigerate

      • Prepare any food that can be made a few days ahead of time, such as pie dough and cranberry sauce

      THE DAY BEFORE THANKSGIVING

      • Complete the food shopping

      • If you ordered a fresh turkey, pick it up or have it delivered

      • If you are brining the turkey, place it in the brine and refrigerate

      • Prepare dishes that can be made in advance, such as soup and pie

      • Chop vegetables for side dishes; refrigerate them in covered bowls or zippered plastic bags

      • Peel and cut the potatoes; place in cold water and refrigerate

      • Set the table

      THE DAY OF THANKSGIVING

      • Refrigerate wines that need chilling, or place on ice in a cooler if you need refrigerator space

      • Prepare the stuffing and other side dishes

      • Prepare the turkey for roasting and put in the oven at the determined time. If you plan to stuff the bird, do not stuff it until just before you put it in the oven

      • While the turkey is resting, make the gravy and cook or reheat the side dishes

      • Arrange the dishes on a buffet or the dining table

      • Carve the turkey and serve your guests

      Setting the Scene

      Whether your celebration will be formal or casual, it’s a good idea to plan ahead of time how to set up and decorate your space.

      Begin by choosing a color palette that looks good with your tableware and the room. That palette will help you create a centerpiece, place settings, and room decorations that will work together to set a festive mood. Stick with two or three colors and a few complementary textures, such as wood, pewter, and foliage. The key is restraint and simplicity.

      Also, think about how you want to serve your food, whether it’s arranged on an elegant buffet or offered more casually from an open kitchen. A rolling kitchen cart or folding table can stand in for a buffet in a pinch, but make the effort to ensure it looks inviting by lining it with a tablecloth or runner that coordinates with your color theme.

      Taking the time to think about the ambience in advance will ease stress on the day of the meal. Turn the page for more ideas on organizing and making your house look beautiful for the upcoming feast.

      Planning for the Feast

      To set a celebratory mood and help ease any stress on Thanksgiving Day, take time to think about the details of your meal in advance.

      • Choose a Spot The first step is to determine where the feast will be held. If your dining room table cannot accommodate your crowd, borrow additional tables or chairs from friends or rent them from an event rental company.

      • Check Your Supplies Check all your linens, glassware, tableware, and flatware well before the party to make sure you have everything you need. Purchase, borrow, or rent any items that are missing.

      • Plan Your Serving Pieces The day before the event, set out all your serving pieces—carving board, serving platters, serving dishes, and the like—on your buffet or table. Write the name of each menu item on a sticky note or piece of tape and attach it to the appropriate serving platter or dish to remind you of which food goes on each piece. When purchasing new serveware, choose neutral or white pieces. That makes it easy to add to your collection over time and ensures the food takes center stage.

      • Select the Utensils Set out the appropriate serving utensils for each item on your menu—such as a fork for the turkey, large spoons or elegant tongs for the side dishes, and a pie server for dessert—so you won’t need to hunt for them at the last minute. Borrow, rent, or purchase items that are missing.

      • Add a Centerpiece To make the table look special, select an attractive centerpiece that evokes a holiday theme and creates a focal point for the room. It can be anything from a floral arrangement with autumnal blooms or an heirloom bowl filled with seasonal fruits or vegetables to a slender vase of olive branches or fall berries on the stem. Keep the centerpiece natural and uncomplicated, and avoid too many tall or wide elements that could block sight lines at the table.

      • Bring in the Outdoors Visit your local farmers’ market and gather a selection of seasonal fruits, such as persimmons, pomegranates, pears, and quinces. Arrange the fruits in low wooden or ceramic bowls and set them around the room to add a seasonal ambience to your house.

      • Delight in the Details Matching place cards in holders, charming salt and pepper shakers, and complementary napkin rings will all help contribute to a streamlined style. If you will be hosting the Thanksgiving meal every year, invest in tabletop elements that can be reused.

      • Set up a Drinks Bar Designate an area—a side table or a free countertop—where you can arrange the drinks. Set out glasses, ice, and assorted beverages for family and friends to help themselves.

      • Light the Room Use floor lamps, table lamps, and groupings of large candles to create soft, flattering pools of light. Or, create a welcoming glow with tall taper candles placed in elegant silver holders. Mix and match heights but use coordinated candles to create an effortlessly elegant arrangement. Dim or turn off overhead lights.

      • Add a Special Touch Thanksgiving celebrations offer the perfect opportunity to add an extra flourish to individual place settings. This could be a little bundle of fragrant herbs or small, lightly scented flowers or a homemade gift that guests can take with them to remind them of the meal.

      Drinks & Appetizers

      Maple-Bourbon Smash

      Pomegranate Gin Fizz

      Sparkling Apple Punch

      Virgin Cosmopolitan

      Crostini with Pear Chutney

      Mushroom Turnovers

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