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Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
This year, I am not hosting Thanksgiving. I usually do because it is my favorite holiday and I do all the cooking from scratch. However, even though I am not hosting, there are 4 "thanksgivings" parties/events I now need to cook for and bring things too. I find this SO MUCH more difficult than hosting. When I host I'm in control and I have all the information. Now when I bring, I have no idea if or how I'll be able to heat something up or if I am bringing a dish they already have or too similar to something else? Anyway... any suggestions? I don't want to bring the same things to all 4 things also.
I've already agreed to make:
-pumpkin chocolate chip cookies.
-cranberry sauce!
But here are some of my popular options to choose between for the other events:
-sweet potatoes with marshmallows
-string bean casserole
-grilled onion dip with chips
-apple pie
-pumpkin pie
-sweet potato pie
-chestnut, sausage stuffing
I never know, do I bring an appetizer or a side dish or a dessert. Anyway, any other Thanksgiving favorites? Let me know what recipes you love.
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
I'm hosting my small family, and I starting planning my menu yesterday so that I can start some shopping.
When we go to my sister's or DH's cousin, I ask what I can bring to make things easier on them and me too.
Since I bake, I'm usually asked to bring dessert.
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Hofstra26
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
Instead of Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows, try my mom's super awesome recipe for Sweet Potato Casserole. It's up on my blog and it's literally TO DIE FOR! I get some many rave reviews for this recipe, you will not be disappointed. I don't even care for sweet potatoes myself but I can't stop eating this dish!! 
Mom's Sweet Potato Casserole
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| Posted 11/9/18 10:59 AM |
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Hofstra26
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
For anyone who is hosting and needs help planning out the big day, check out my latest blog post for a "Week-By-Week Thanksgiving Countdown" to help you out and alleviate some of the stress associated with the holiday. 
Week-By-Week Thanksgiving Countdown
On the blog, under RECIPES, there is a section for Holidays, look under there for Thanksgiving and you will find some yummy and easy recipes for the big day!
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Hofstra26
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
Here is a delicious and super easy app to make for the big day!
Cranberry Brie Bites
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| Posted 11/9/18 11:01 AM |
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
Easy and super delish Dutch Apple Pie!
Dutch Apple Pie
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| Posted 11/9/18 11:04 AM |
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Posted by Hofstra26
Here is a delicious and super easy app to make for the big day!
Cranberry Brie Bites
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Holy cow this looks amazing and Me-proof
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| Posted 11/9/18 7:58 PM |
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
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Posted by Hofstra26
Here is a delicious and super easy app to make for the big day!
Cranberry Brie Bites
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Holy cow this looks amazing and Me-proof
Thanks!! 
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| Posted 11/9/18 8:42 PM |
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
My advice is if you do bring an item that needs to be heated, put it in a microwave safe dish so it’s easier for the host
I usually host but this year with my kitchen Reno not being close to done, my MIL is hosting
I’m bringing a spinach pie for appetizer
Corn pudding side dish (can heat in micro)
Mac & cheese side dish (micro as well)
May do a fruit platter for dessert or some mini apple pies, possibly some roasted nuts. Haven’t decided yet
But yea - think of the need to refrigerate and heat before deciding. It kinda helps you decide !
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| Posted 11/10/18 1:36 PM |
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
I have been hosting every year for about 6 years, but nobody ever brings anything, so for me I would say anything you bring would be such a blessing. But maybe reach out to the hosts and see where extras are needed. For me I tend to leave desserts last and end up buying extras bc I have no time to make them all from scratch, but everyone is different!
I can’t believe how fast it’s coming up and I really need to start my planning!
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
Posted by Hofstra26
Instead of Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows, try my mom's super awesome recipe for Sweet Potato Casserole. It's up on my blog and it's literally TO DIE FOR! I get some many rave reviews for this recipe, you will not be disappointed. I don't even care for sweet potatoes myself but I can't stop eating this dish!!
Mom's Sweet Potato Casserole
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So bummed because I'm allergic to pecans (and most nuts). Is it worth it to make without the nuts or do they make the dish? Thinking maybe oats or just leave them out without a replacement?
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| Posted 11/10/18 10:46 PM |
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
Posted by cj7305
Posted by Hofstra26
Instead of Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows, try my mom's super awesome recipe for Sweet Potato Casserole. It's up on my blog and it's literally TO DIE FOR! I get some many rave reviews for this recipe, you will not be disappointed. I don't even care for sweet potatoes myself but I can't stop eating this dish!!
Mom's Sweet Potato Casserole
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So bummed because I'm allergic to pecans (and most nuts). Is it worth it to make without the nuts or do they make the dish? Thinking maybe oats or just leave them out without a replacement?
The pecans in this recipe are about adding texture and crunch rather than flavor so try one of these substitutions. You can try replacing the pecans with other crunchy options such as oats, sunflower seeds, nut free granola, crushed gingersnaps or even pumpkin seeds.
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| Posted 11/11/18 11:18 AM |
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
the items i've made that have been big hits:
* green bean casserole
* cornbread, sausage stuffing
* corn pudding
* pioneer woman's mashed potatoes
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Posted by Hofstra26
Here is a delicious and super easy app to make for the big day!
Cranberry Brie Bites
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how have i not seen these before????
i must make these!!
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| Posted 11/12/18 4:21 PM |
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
Posted by MarathonKnitter
Posted by Hofstra26
Here is a delicious and super easy app to make for the big day!
Cranberry Brie Bites
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how have i not seen these before????
i must make these!!
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
Posted by Hofstra26
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Posted by Hofstra26
Instead of Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows, try my mom's super awesome recipe for Sweet Potato Casserole. It's up on my blog and it's literally TO DIE FOR! I get some many rave reviews for this recipe, you will not be disappointed. I don't even care for sweet potatoes myself but I can't stop eating this dish!!
Mom's Sweet Potato Casserole
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So bummed because I'm allergic to pecans (and most nuts). Is it worth it to make without the nuts or do they make the dish? Thinking maybe oats or just leave them out without a replacement?
The pecans in this recipe are about adding texture and crunch rather than flavor so try one of these substitutions. You can try replacing the pecans with other crunchy options such as oats, sunflower seeds, nut free granola, crushed gingersnaps or even pumpkin seeds.
Great suggestions, thanks!
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
Posted by cj7305
Posted by Hofstra26
Posted by cj7305
Posted by Hofstra26
Instead of Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows, try my mom's super awesome recipe for Sweet Potato Casserole. It's up on my blog and it's literally TO DIE FOR! I get some many rave reviews for this recipe, you will not be disappointed. I don't even care for sweet potatoes myself but I can't stop eating this dish!!
Mom's Sweet Potato Casserole
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So bummed because I'm allergic to pecans (and most nuts). Is it worth it to make without the nuts or do they make the dish? Thinking maybe oats or just leave them out without a replacement?
The pecans in this recipe are about adding texture and crunch rather than flavor so try one of these substitutions. You can try replacing the pecans with other crunchy options such as oats, sunflower seeds, nut free granola, crushed gingersnaps or even pumpkin seeds.
Great suggestions, thanks!
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
We go to family's house for Thanksgiving, and bring the Turkey cake from Baskin Robbins  It's seriously so good!
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
Posted by Hofstra26
Here is a delicious and super easy app to make for the big day!
Cranberry Brie Bites
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Hostra, can I prepare these (raw) like the day before and put them in the refrigerator and bake them when the guests arrive on Thanksgiving?
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| Posted 11/20/18 3:02 PM |
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
Posted by BargainMama
We go to family's house for Thanksgiving, and bring the Turkey cake from Baskin Robbins It's seriously so good!
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I have never seen this! But this is hysterical! Is that a caramel coating? Whats inside? Are there crunchies in there? OK< I want one now.
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
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We go to family's house for Thanksgiving, and bring the Turkey cake from Baskin Robbins It's seriously so good!
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I have never seen this! But this is hysterical! Is that a caramel coating? Whats inside? Are there crunchies in there? OK< I want one now.
Isn't it! I brought it last year and everyone was dying! You can order any flavor ice cream you want for inside. The outside is caramel, and the legs are ice cream cones Unfortunately no crunchies! But, I might stop at Carvel and get some to sprinkle on after we slice it  I didn't order mine, I just grabbed what they had made already in the freezer, so we got vanilla this year.
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| Posted 11/20/18 4:44 PM |
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
Posted by BargainMama
We go to family's house for Thanksgiving, and bring the Turkey cake from Baskin Robbins It's seriously so good!
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
i'm vegetarian so I hate just eating sides. I've made lentil shepherd's pie which is delish.
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| Posted 11/20/18 5:48 PM |
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
Posted by lmcmcl
Posted by Hofstra26
Here is a delicious and super easy app to make for the big day!
Cranberry Brie Bites
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Hostra, can I prepare these (raw) like the day before and put them in the refrigerator and bake them when the guests arrive on Thanksgiving?
You probably could however, I find that once you open crescent rolls and expose them to air, they tend to get a little "off colored". I personally like to make them right before serving, they come together quickly and easily.
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| Posted 11/20/18 9:07 PM |
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Re: Can We Start Talking THANKSGIVING?
Posted by Hofstra26
Posted by lmcmcl
Posted by Hofstra26
Here is a delicious and super easy app to make for the big day!
Cranberry Brie Bites
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Hostra, can I prepare these (raw) like the day before and put them in the refrigerator and bake them when the guests arrive on Thanksgiving?
You probably could however, I find that once you open crescent rolls and expose them to air, they tend to get a little "off colored". I personally like to make them right before serving, they come together quickly and easily.
I forgot to update. These cranberry bites were a big hit. They were very easy. I assembled them about 3 hours before guests arrived. No problem. I will definitely make them again.
(I trimmed the skin off the Brie which resulted in a lot of waste. I assume I was supposed to do that?)
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