Roasted Turkey for Thanksgiving Feast
Happy Thanksgiving! A Festive Spread for Your Celebration
In America, Thanksgiving is celebrated every year on the fourth Thursday of November. Similar to Korea’s Chuseok, it’s a major holiday where families gather to give thanks for the year’s harvest and share a table laden with delicious food. Traditionally, a roasted turkey is always the centerpiece of the Thanksgiving meal. This year, reflecting on the past year with gratitude, I’ve prepared a joyous feast with heartfelt care. Let’s explore the delicious dishes that complement our star, the roasted turkey.
Thanksgiving Feast Menu- Whole Roasted Turkey
- Cranberry Sauce
- Turkey Gravy
- Green Bean Casserole
- Sweet Potato Casserole
- Turkey Stuffing
- Mashed Potatoes
- Fresh Salad
- Cocktail Shrimp
- Assorted Seasonal Fruits
- Roasted Corn
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Introducing the bountiful spread for our Thanksgiving feast.
Step 2
The star of today’s meal: a perfectly roasted whole turkey.
Step 3
This is our delightful Cranberry Sauce, the perfect accompaniment to the turkey. Its tart and sweet flavors cut through the richness of the meat, making each bite more enjoyable.
Step 4
Warm and savory Turkey Gravy. Drizzled generously over slices of turkey or creamy mashed potatoes, it adds a layer of rich, savory depth to every mouthful.
Step 5
A classic side: Green Bean Casserole.
Step 6
Enjoy the wonderful combination of tender green beans, earthy mushrooms in a creamy sauce, and the delightful crunch of crispy fried onions on top. It’s a textural and flavorful delight.
Step 7
Sweet and comforting Sweet Potato Casserole.
Step 8
The top layer features toasted marshmallows, providing a wonderfully gooey and slightly crispy contrast to the sweet potatoes beneath.
Step 9
This casserole is a true treat, with the naturally sweet and moist sweet potatoes harmonizing beautifully with the crunchy, nutty topping made from pecans and biscuit crumbs. It’s irresistibly delicious!
Step 10
Aromatic and flavorful Turkey Stuffing.
Step 11
This stuffing is made by sautéing finely chopped sausage, carrots, celery, and onions in butter, then mixing it with store-bought turkey-flavored croutons and water. It perfectly complements the turkey.
Step 12
Peak creaminess! Luxuriously smooth Mashed Potatoes.
Step 13
We’ve prepared these by mashing boiled potatoes with generous amounts of butter and milk, seasoned perfectly with salt and pepper for a rich and comforting flavor.
Step 14
A vibrant Fresh Salad, dressed with a tangy pineapple dressing. It adds a refreshing counterpoint to the richer dishes.
Step 15
Succulent Cocktail Shrimp.
Step 16
A colorful medley of Assorted Seasonal Fruits.
Step 17
My husband begins carving the turkey and serving it onto our plates, marking the official start of our delicious Thanksgiving meal.
Step 18
We’ve carefully plated the white meat (breast) and dark meat (leg) of the turkey. Each person’s plate is filled with their chosen turkey portions, alongside Cranberry Sauce, Turkey Gravy, Green Bean Casserole, Turkey Stuffing, Sweet Potato Casserole, Mashed Potatoes, and Roasted Corn.
Step 19
Don’t forget to generously ladle the Turkey Gravy over your creamy Mashed Potatoes for an extra burst of flavor!
Step 20
Take a bite of the tender turkey, enhanced by the sweet and tart Cranberry Sauce and the savory, rich Turkey Gravy. Ah, this is the taste of Thanksgiving! Truly captivating.
Step 21
We enjoy our delicious and joyful Thanksgiving meal, accompanied by a glass of wine.
