Tips For The Perfect Thanksgiving Dinner (Including Having Savory Catering Prepare It!)
The Perfect Thanksgiving Dinner
Whether you’re hosting your first Thanksgiving dinner after years of being served or scaling back your usual holiday feast, we’re here to help! Here are our favorite tips and recipes for the perfect preparation of seven essential elements of Thanksgiving Dinner! Need help preparing your Thanksgiving meal? Let Savory Catering help with the best catering options in Dallas.
7 ESSENTIALS TO THE PERFECT THANKSGIVING DINNER
TURKEY
You can't think about Thanksgiving without thinking about turkey. Fortunately, turkeys are surprisingly easy to make. A simple salt, pepper, and oil massage is all the bird needs to lock in moisture and add the perfect touch of seasoning (no need for stuffing, trussing, or basting). Put it in the oven, and cook until a meat thermometer reads 165°F.
MASHED POTATOES
Even if you plan to serve sweet potatoes and squash, no one will forgive you if you don’t have mashed potatoes on your table. For the perfect balance of flavor and fluffiness, use a combination of large yellow-fleshed potatoes like Yukon Golds and white-fleshed russets. For a delicious twist, try adding cream cheese!
GRAVY
Forgoing gravy on Thanksgiving isn't an option. It's perfect to moisten turkey, douse potatoes, and dredge stuffing. Save time by preparing it beforehand and whisking in the turkey pan drippings for extra flavor at the last minute. Everyone loves gravy, so be sure to prepare plenty to go around and extra for leftovers!
STUFFING
In the world of stuffing, there’s differing opinions on the best way to make this dish perfect. Should you cook it in the bird, bake alongside, or serve it as a dressing? The truth is, there's no wrong way to prepare or serve stuffing. With simple ingredients and little preparation, you'll find stuffing is an easy and delicious favorite that will keep your guests coming back for more.
GREEN BEANS
Green beans are a Thanksgiving side dish that shouldn't be missing from your holiday table. From a classic green bean casserole with crunchy French onions on top to green beans with caramelized onion and bacon, there’s no way to go wrong with this delicious vegetable that brings color and flavor to your feast.
CRANBERRY SAUCE
Nearly everything at your Thanksgiving table could be found in another meal, but cranberry sauce is a one-night-only treat. In a sea of starchy food, cranberry sauce offers a sweet taste that jolts the senses. If you're tired of the classic recipe, try making a cranberry-orange jelly or a spicy red pepper cranberry relish instead.
SWEET POTATOES
Sweet potatoes, squash, and yams are a throwback to a time when Thanksgiving was a seasonal celebration of the harvest. Not only do these orange vegetables taste amazing, but they bring a sense of comfort and warmth to our tables. Surprise kids young and old with sweet potatoes doused in warm butter, brown sugar, and melted marshmallows this year.
THE BEST TIP: LET SAVORY CATERING PREPARE YOUR THANKSGIVING
Between entertaining guests and hosting family, you have a lot to do to prepare for the holidays. This year, let the chefs at Savory Catering take away the stress of cooking the perfect holiday meal. From large banquets to private parties, we create inventive menus designed to match your vision and budget. Click here to explore our one-of-a-kind catering menus.
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