Thanksgiving Mega-Post

Ok, so I figure everyone who procrastinated about what to make for Thanksgiving appetizers, sides, and dessert is starting to panic right about now.  Never fear.  Here is a list of delicious, Thanksgiving-approved dishes that will be perfect for your Thanksgiving table!  Now go get 'em!  Report back to me with your success stories and/or stories of epic horror!

Turkey:
Herb-Butter Rubbed Roasted Turkey

Starchy Sides:

Sourdough Stuffing with Sausage and Cranberries

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Lizzie's Sweet Potato Crunch

Cracked Pepper Buttermilk Biscuits

Sweet Potato Biscuits

Vegetables Sides:

Butternut Squash, Beet and Goat Cheese Casserole

Cauliflower Gratin

Caramelized Cocktail Onions

Chili Roasted Broccoli

Creamed Vidalia Onion Gratin

Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

Roasted Beets and Sweet Potatoes

Sage Roasted Butternut Squash

Easy Appetizers:

Antipasti Platter

Apricot and Blue Cheese Crostini

Farmer’s Cheese (Fromage Blanc)

Creamy White Bean Dip

Mushroom Bruchetta

Pickled Vegetables

Roasted Lemon-Pepper Shrimp Cocktail

Roasted Grape Bruchetta

Dessert:

Thanksgiving Ice Cream Cake

Mini Sweet Potato Cheesecakes

Carrot Cake Cupcakes

Death by Chocolate (a great pie alternative for Chocolate lovers)

Drink:

I like to keep things simple and stick with a dry white wine with Thanksgiving turkey.  Keeps me perky and happy through the whole ordeal.  Look for a Sauvignon Blanc if you are feeling normal and a Vionger or Gewurztraminer if you are feeling feisty.  Also, a semi-bubbly Vinho Verde is always a nice option with appetizers to get your taste buds all ready for the feast.

Most importantly...try to have fun!