In this blog post, I’m taking your Thanksgiving dinner to the next level with a Venezuelan twist on classic recipes. From the show’s star, the turkey, and turkey alternatives to delectable Thanksgiving side dishes and indulgent desserts, I’ve got you covered with the best recipes for a memorable holiday feast.
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Here, you’ll find my favorite Thanksgiving recipes to create your menu, always gourmet alike, still easy to make. The options are endless. And I promise you won’t need dinner rolls! Whether you’re the host or are invited to a family or friends gathering, here you’ll find many Thanksgiving dinner ideas for a hassle-free holiday meal.
Best Thanksgiving Turkey Recipes
Bacon-Wrapped Roasted Turkey. Life tastes better with bacon, and this easy Thanksgiving turkey is no exception. Elevate your main course with this mouthwatering bacon-wrapped roasted turkey. It’s a true classic that’ll leave your guests in awe.
Super Juicy and Tender Herb-Roasted Turkey. Even if my bacon-wrapped turkey is to die for, this is my best Thanksgiving Turkey recipe. Try my herb-roasted turkey for a super juicy, moist, tender turkey. It’s the perfect way to make your big day unforgettable.
Best Turkey Substitutes for Thanksgiving
Venezuelan Roasted Ham With Pineapple and spice Glaze. If you’re looking for an easy-to-make turkey alternative, consider a succulent roasted ham with pineapple and spice glaze. You’ll love it, and the leftovers offer countless possibilities.
Mediterranean Roasted Lamb with a Rosemary Crust. Enrich your Thanksgiving menu with this delectable roasted lamb recipe. It’ll give your holiday table a gourmet Mediterranean twist that everybody will love.
Best Turkey Stuffing
Basmati and Wild Rice Turkey Stuffing. Whether you stuff or not, your roast turkey, I’ve got you covered. Take your stuffing game to the next level with this delightful blend of wild and Basmati rice, cranberries, apples, bacon, and plenty of fresh herbs. If you decide not to stuff your bird, this can be a festive side dish.
Best Thanksgiving Gravy
Herb-Infused Turkey Gravy. No Thanksgiving meal is complete without a rich and flavorful turkey gravy. Try my herb-infused recipe to enhance your holiday feast. The best part is that you can make it 20 minutes while your bird rests before carving it.
Best Cranberry Sauce
Relish-style Fresh Cranberry Pineapple Sauce Recipe. This fresh cranberries and pineapple sauce adds a zesty tropical twist to your Thanksgiving spread. It perfectly complements your main course, whether turkey, pork, or ham.
Best Thanksgiving Mac and Cheese
Cast-iron skillet-baked Mac Cheese. Indulge in the creamiest mac and cheese baked in a cast-iron skillet, with copious amounts of umami-packed Parmesan and a crunchy topping made of cheese and crispy breadcrumbs. It’s comfort food at its finest.
Best Corn Dishes for Thanksgiving
Simply delicious cornbread. This is a must on your Thanksgiving dinner table, a classic cornbread recipe that’s simply delicious, sweet, and savory, not too crumbly, and moist.
Roasted corn, jalapeño, and cheddar cheese cornbread muffins. Spice up your celebration with these cornbread muffins. You also love these cornbread muffins because they are flavorful and moist. They are the perfect balance between sweet and savory with a lot of jalapeño and cheddar cheese.
Venezuelan Torta de Jojoto (sweet corn pudding). Experience a taste of Venezuela with this sweet corn pudding. If you’re from Venezuela and want to introduce your American friends to the wonders of our Venezuelan Cuisine, this is a great start. Conversely, if you’re American and aiming to impress your Venezuelan guests with a homemade delight, this is the way to go!
Best Brussels Sprouts side dish
Roasted Brussels sprouts with cranberries and balsamic vinegar reduction. Take your Brussels sprouts to the next level with this easy yet delicious recipe.
Best Salads for Thanksgiving
Arugula, Persimmon, and Pomegranate Salad with balsamic reduction. A refreshing salad with seasonal ingredients for a touch of gourmet elegance.
Roasted Butternut Squash, Cranberries, and Feta Salad. A flavorful salad that complements your Thanksgiving table with colorful, seasonal ingredients.
Venezuelan Ensalada de Gallina. Another taste of Venezuela on your holiday menu, this chicken and potato salad with a mayo dressing is synonymous with Venezuela’s Christmas and New Year’s celebrations. But besides the Christmas season, this ensalada de gallina is present in any celebration.
Waldorf Salad. A classic salad with a twist, the Waldorf is the quintessential American salad for the holidays.
Best Thanksgiving Potato Recipes
Garlic-infused creamy mashed potatoes. Creamy and flavorful, these are not your regular mashed potatoes. They are loaded with butter and heavy cream infused with garlic for an extra layer of flavor.
Crushed potatoes with olive oil. The simpler, the better, and this recipe is proof of that. With only four ingredients, including salt and pepper, this simple yet delicious potato dish is a must on your holiday table.
Venezuelan potato salad. A unique twist on traditional potato salad, this a dish for potato lovers.
Best Sweet Potato Recipes
Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Arugula and Pecans. There is nothing like these sweet potato wedges, roasted and served over a bed of arugula and tossed with crunchy pecans.
Sweet Potato Purée with Pecan Streusel. Not your regular sweet potato casserole, a delicious sweet potato puree is topped with a nutty pecan and cinnamon streusel. This dish can be served as a side or as dessert. Your choice!
Best Thanksgiving Desserts
Creamy Pumpkin Pie. A family favorite, this version of the classic pumpkin pie is as easy to make as it is delicious, with a homemade crust and a velvety filling. If you want a sweet potato pie instead, substitute sweet potato purée for pumpkin purée.
Pumpkin Pie with kumquats marmalade. Take your pumpkin pie to the next level by adding a kumquat marmalade. Don’t have kumquats marmalade handy? Substitute it with orange marmalade.
Rum-infused pecan pie. This pecan pie is infused with Ron de Venezuela, sweetened with molasses and brown sugar for a dark, rich, nutty filling with a Venezuelan touch.
Hassle-free pie crust in two minutes. Save this recipe because it’ll make your pie crust preparation a breeze.
Pumpkin Spice Bread. A delightful bread that captures the season’s essence with a delicious mix of spices and orange zest. This pumpkin bread is the perfect homebaked present to bring if you’re invited to a Thanksgiving gathering. Otherwise, it’s perfect for breakfast the following day.
Gingerbread. Savor the season’s flavors with this comforting gingerbread. Perfect as a homemade gift to your host or to treat your guests for breakfast if you’re the hostess.
Best Thanksgiving Drinks
Rum Eggnog. Enjoy a festive Venezuelan twist on traditional eggnog, made with Ron de Venezuela instead of bourbon.
Ponche Crema de Auyama, the Venezuelan Pumpkin Eggnog: A creamy and indulgent pumpkin spice eggnog.
Venezuelan Ponche Crema. This is another delightful Venezuelan drink, our holiday classic, to add to your celebration.
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