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Thanksgiving Feast
It's really hard to find ways to save on your Thanksgiving dinner because,
let's face it -- It doesn't get a whole lot cheaper than a turkey dinner!
Still, I have found some ways that you can save and today I'll pass them on
to you!
Thanksgiving
History
The Pilgrims may be the quintessential symbol of Thanksgiving, but the truth
is, the Pilgrims never held a "Thanksgiving" feast.
Enjoy
Thanksgiving Without Gaining Weight
For most people who want to lose weight, the thought of Thanksgiving fills
them with dread. Yet this should be a time of great enjoyment and fun.
An
Organized Thanksgiving
Before you know it, the holidays have
crept up you, and you haven't jotted down the first idea or bought the first
goodie. Line up your ducks, or your turkeys in this case, and get
ready for a great holiday!
Book
Review:
An
Old-Fashioned
Thanksgiving, by Louisa May Alcott
More
Articles:
Forgotten
Thankfulness
Some people are thankful for their homes which keep them warm, dry and
comfortable. Others are thankful for the meals that grace their tables each
night to nourish their bodies. There are a million reasons that we speak
allowed that we are thankful for; our health, children, employment, etc.
However there is one thing that I rarely hear about at the Thanksgiving
table as those that wish to share take turns.
Thanksgiving
Traditions and Memories
Family and tradition. Isn't that what the holidays are really all about? The
holidays are the one time of the year that families come together and create
memories that will stay with them throughout a lifetime.
A
Frugal But Elegant Thanksgiving
Over years I have had groups of 10-12 over to our house for Thanksgiving and
served a nice dinner with all the extras but didn't break my budget. It
takes planning and watching the sales early instead of buying everything the
week before.
Holidays
Buffet Style
Buffet service fits perfectly into the
relaxed, informal pattern of busy lives. If you have limited dining space,
or if you are a do-it-yourself hostess, buffet service permits you to
entertain with more ease than any other type of service, and just as
graciously and pleasantly.
Terrific
Decorating Ideas:
Harvest
Home Decorating
Use the gorgeous color of fall to welcome
Thanksgiving and wave goodbye to autumn, with cozy crafts and beautiful
decorations. The materials are inexpensive and the results will warm
your home!
How
to Grow Christmas and Thanksgiving Cactuses
Rooted and growing cuttings of these make
wonderful gifts
to friends and family. Put them in a pretty pot and attach a bow and
card then they're ready to give!
Turkey
Recipe Craft
This would make a cute hostess gift. It's
also a fun and easy craft for kids to do.
A
Waste Not Pilgrim
Turn garbage and recycled goods into fun and adorable crafts. This
whimsical pilgrim woman was fashioned from a plastic condiment bottle, a
little felt, tempera paint, and lots of imagination.
A
Child's Thanksgiving Tree
Just mentioning the word "Thanksgiving" often conjures up memories
for many. Traditions are relived and new ones are born on this joyous family
holiday. Why not start a new one with your children with this fun and simple
activity.
Thanksgiving Festive Foods:
More Than Pumpkin Pie
It is the peak of pumpkin harvest time and though pumpkins are
not generally one of the more popular cooked squashes, don't be so quick to turn it away in the kitchen. While Jack-O-Lantern
pumpkins are abundant this time of year, if you are looking to use pumpkin for cooking, you should choose a type that is specifically grown for its baking and eating quality.
A
Taste of Autumn
Halloween has come and gone and the
autumn season is well underway. The warm summer weather has given way to the
cooler precursor to winter. It's time to taste the season and all that it
offers.
Grilling
a Turkey
Grilling a turkey makes good sense for
busy cooks, especially if you’re dealing with a small space kitchen. With
the turkey cooking merrily away on the grill, the oven is free for other
chores such as cooking large pans of dressing, side dishes or even home
baked pies.
How
to Make Great Gravy
The art of gravy making can be a
challenge to those who only prepare the robust sauce on special holiday
occasions, but in fact, making great gravy isn't difficult.
Holiday
Stuffing Recipes
The following recipes can be used to stuff any poultry you may be serving
for the holidays, or you can bake them for 30-45 minutes in a casserole
dish. I would be sure to add a little extra moisture to each one if you do
this since it won't have the juices from the poultry.
Crazy
for Cranberries
Long before the Pilgrims arrived in to
America in 1620, native Americans were mixing mashed cranberries with deer
meat to make pemmican -- a convenience food that kept for long periods of
time. Cranberries were also used for medicinal purposes and their juice was
a natural dye for rugs, blankets and clothing.
Two
Delicious Thanksgiving Side Dishes
My husband, two kids and I go to my
parents' house every Thanksgiving for a wonderful home cooked dinner by
my mom. One of my favorite dishes my mom used to make is Sweet Potato
Casserole.
Leftover
Guilt?
Don’t you just love Thanksgiving? It’s the most guilt free holiday of the
year. You don’t have to worry about getting the right gifts or whether
everything is decorated perfectly. You don’t have to wonder whether you made
enough cookies or whether the food is on your diet. You have permission and
can eat to your heart’s content! At times like this, I have to wonder: Have
I died and gone to Heaven?!
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