As the year comes to an end, the holiday season commences — Thanksgiving ushers in the Christmas vibes in the West, bringing friends and family together. Thanksgiving is a great opportunity to show gratitude to our loved ones and get together for a grand feast. A feast that’s just not limited to the big bird, but involves the season's freshest produce, local ingredients, heirloom recipes and more. Ahead of the day on November 28, My Kolkata brings you some recipes from Instagram that you may want to try even if you don’t celebrate Thanksgiving.
Pommes Puree
Love for potatoes is a global affair. A much-loved Thanksgiving side dish is mashed potatoes. Giving the regular mashed potatoes a fancy twist, @flavorsbyale goes for Pommes Purée. It is a French, rich and creamy mashed potato dish. This indulgent side dish is made by blending boiled potatoes with butter, milk and seasonings till it has a smooth and velvety texture. Pommes Purée is a popular accompaniment to main courses, adding a simple yet flavourful touch to a Thanksgiving feast. Add in some garlic and cheese to make it more indulgent!
Potato Hokkaido-style milk rolls
Soft and fluffy, bread rolls are another dish that finds a place on the Thanksgiving menu as a tradition. However, to make the bread rolls softer and tastier, @kaikani has created Potato Hokkaido-style milk rolls that would be a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table. The recipe is quite simple! These are made with mashed potatoes, milk, and with a hint of sweetness. Moist and airy in texture, you can savour it with your favourite holiday dishes or use it to make sliders or sandwiches. Make sure to try this!
Mini grilled cheese sandwiches
Here’s a recipe by @chefgenevieve that the children will adore. The holiday-themed grilled cheese sandwiches are so cute! A simple grilled cheese sandwich in the shape of a Christmas tree, star or gingerbread man, can add that fun element to your feast. Serve these mini sandwiches with tomato soup and watch the kids wolf them down!
Herb butter turkey
Imagining Thanksgiving without turkey is tough. But making it tender, juicy and flavourful may seem harder for first-timers. The big bird demands attention to detail and time. A bad turkey is a sad turkey! @chefgenevieve has a recipe for a herb butter turkey that meets the flavour expectations while keeping the meat tender and juicy. If you need more information on how to buy, prep and cook a turkey, check out this detailed guide from My Kolkata.
Thanksgiving Brussel sprouts
A deliciously roasted and caramelised side dish – Brussels sprouts is another traditional item for Thanksgiving. These little, nutrient-packed veggies are transformed into a mouth-watering side dish when tossed with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roasted. To add some more flavour, you can toss them with crispy bacon, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Make it healthier in an air fryer by following this recipe by @purewowrecipes.
Thanksgiving Margarita
Now, when you have all the mains and sides sorted, a drink is a must! @estaceydos has a delish Margarita recipe that also is a holiday special. Smooth, sweet, and fall-spiced — this Margarita is elevated with the flavours of fresh pears, apple cider and orange. So, pour your heart out in gratitude and then pour this Margarita to say cheers to the year gone-by and the year to come!