🍂 Thanksgiving Dinner Menu
Now I’m not going to lie to you , my husband will do most of the cooking , and I will take care of the sweets ! But together we will create a beautiful dinner for our family ! 💕
Main Course
Roast Turkey – Often seasoned with a flavorful brine or butter rub, sometimes injected with Cajun spices. Baked Ham – Glazed with brown sugar, honey, and pineapple rings. Fried or Smothered Chicken – For the ones who always need a taste of Sunday dinner.
Sides
Cornbread Dressing – Rich, savory, and usually made with chicken stock, celery, onions, and sage.
Collard Greens – Slow-simmered with smoked turkey or ham hocks, full of flavor.
Macaroni & Cheese – Creamy, baked, and topped with a golden crust of cheese.
Candied Yams – Sweet potatoes baked with butter, cinnamon, brown sugar, and a touch of nutmeg.
Green Beans – Sometimes cooked with smoked meat or sautéed with onions and garlic.
Potato Salad – Cold, creamy, with just the right amount of mustard tang.
Cornbread or Yeast Rolls – Perfect for sopping up gravy and juices.
Desserts
Sweet Potato Pie – A Thanksgiving must-have in the Black community.
Pound Cake – Dense, buttery, and made from scratch.
Peach Cobbler – Warm, spiced peaches under a golden crust, served with ice cream.
Banana Pudding – Layers of pudding, vanilla wafers, and bananas, often topped with whipped cream or meringue.
Drinks
Sweet Tea Lemonade
And don’t forget your iced cold water !! lol
And a few pop options
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