Tami2red
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That's it! Although we use cheddar IF we want cheese.
Unusual TG foods
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That's it! Although we use cheddar IF we want cheese.
We had either lasagna or manicotti as a first course when growing up. Egg nog was also a seasonal treat we had. There was also a big bowl on the table with assorted nuts in their shells along with fruits like pears and tangerines.
Decades ago they made celery filled with colored cream cheese for the holidays. I doubt anyone makes that anymore
Decades ago they made celery filled with colored cream cheese for the holidays. I doubt anyone makes that anymore
RPMDAD
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We never had the the lasagna or manicotti for TG, never had the egg nog for TG either, always associated that with Christmas, nowadays I always buy a gallon of spiked egg nog about a week before Christmas and normally finish it the first week of Jan. I do however remember the big bowl on the table with assorted nuts in their shells along with fruits like pears and tangerines. I also remember the celery filled with colored cream cheese for the holidays. I agree with you, don't see that much anymore. I am pretty sure i may be a tad older than you.
My mom would have celery filled with Pimento cheese. (not just at Christmas, though) Is that what you mean? I've seen Pimento cheese in the Deli at Safeway in PF. I'd imagine you can find it in other Delis as well. (or with the cheeses and cheese spreads in the Dairy aisle)
When I was a kid I always scraped that goober out of my celery stick. 
I don't know why anyone would do something like that but my peeps did it, too.
Ick.
I don't know why anyone would do something like that but my peeps did it, too.Ick.
No this was Philadelphia cream cheese with either red or green food coloring added to give it a different color. It was then spackled into the gap of the celery stalk. I'm sure some bored, French apprentice chef came up with this creation in 1 of those moments that can only be described as the culinary equivalent of writer's block.
Gross.
When I was a kid it somehow entered my Auntie's mind that "ants on a log" would be a good treat for us kids. It was celery sticks filled with peanut butter and rolled in raisins. Barf.
When I was a kid it somehow entered my Auntie's mind that "ants on a log" would be a good treat for us kids. It was celery sticks filled with peanut butter and rolled in raisins. Barf.
MMM_donuts
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We have a friend that brings over Pad Thai and spring rolls for thanksgiving. It's my favorite part of the entire dinner.
migtig
aka Mrs. Giant
I don't have TG my way anymore. The giant nixed almost all my family traditions. Damn Yankee. 
We'd have a turkey, a ham, boiled potatoes, sweet potato pie, cole slaw, mashed potatoes, cornbread, biscuits, gravy, black strap molasses, fresh churned butter, green bean casserole, oyster and walnut stuffing, pecan pie, ambrosia, chocolate pie, pumpkin pie, stack cake, cranberry salad, 7 layer salad, mac-n-cheese, corn on the cob, deviled eggs, a relish plate, a veggie plate, greens, spiced peaches, homemade ice cream and a red velvet cake. Pure food hog heaven.
My husband just want a turkey, mashed potatoes, sausage stuffing, instant gravy, instant biscuits, and a store bought pumpkin pie. It's He also likes instant boxed mac and cheese. I blame his upbringing.
Thankfully, I have the opportunity to join people on TG that really know how to put on spread.
We'd have a turkey, a ham, boiled potatoes, sweet potato pie, cole slaw, mashed potatoes, cornbread, biscuits, gravy, black strap molasses, fresh churned butter, green bean casserole, oyster and walnut stuffing, pecan pie, ambrosia, chocolate pie, pumpkin pie, stack cake, cranberry salad, 7 layer salad, mac-n-cheese, corn on the cob, deviled eggs, a relish plate, a veggie plate, greens, spiced peaches, homemade ice cream and a red velvet cake. Pure food hog heaven. My husband just want a turkey, mashed potatoes, sausage stuffing, instant gravy, instant biscuits, and a store bought pumpkin pie. It's
He also likes instant boxed mac and cheese. I blame his upbringing. Thankfully, I have the opportunity to join people on TG that really know how to put on spread.
DEEKAYPEE8569
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How 'bout Turkey Chili? You're still eating turkey..... 
lucky_bee
RBF expert
I would fill up on this and skip the carb stuff that follows.
I usually fill up on the antipasto and the following pasta course
I hardly ever eat any turkey...it tastes like rotisserie chicken to me and I eat those just about every week. I honestly would never complain if I never had turkey again. However I do appreciate the leftover turkey bc I'll freeze it and make various things with it over the next couple months like turkey enchiladas or chowder or something else where I can't tell the difference that it's turkey and not chicken. I know when you're craving a food you just make it, Vrai, vs. only having it on special occasions, but since I'm usually a low-carber and since I'm usually only cooking for one, pasta is a big treat for me! I'm not going to make a big pan of lasagna for just myself bc I'll eat every single bite of it
plus, while my cooking skills can knock anyone's socks off...no one does it like my mother. Sounds like she can easily go head-to-head with BadGirl in the kitchen. She'll completely blow you away. Going home is usually a long giant carb-induced coma-weekend and I'm right now thinking of all the things she's planning on making for us! Plus, now that she's an empty-nester, when all us kids come home she goes just all. out. Completely over does it and I couldn't be more excited! 
can't have it. seriously, in true Italian upbringing, there are certain recipes I'm not allowed access to until I offer grandchildren That actually brings me to ask a question: with all the favorite family recipes that go on during the holidays, surely some of them aren't even written down they've been passed along via word of mouth and physically making them together....but are there any family recipes that you try to replicate, and while good, they never compare to the person's version who taught you?
That's how I am with Lasagna
I don't feel bad though bc my mother's the same way. The one thing my grandmother actually makes well is lasagna. I don't know why...or how...everything else she does is bland and boring, but her lasagna? ####. she was taught from her MIL who came straight off the boat from Sicily. She in turn taught my mother...who in turn taught me. My mother's is great...and so is mine...but NOT. LIKE. GRANDMA'S. This is a fight we have every holiday she brings her pan. They compare their recipes...exactly the same every time. But Grandma's wins. Every time.
migtig
aka Mrs. Giant
There's a "joke" in the South, that your recipe will never be as good as the person who gave you the recipe. They always, always, keep a little something, something, a secret, even from family. Best thing to do is to actually watch the person making it. You'll see they throw some sugar in, or add a dash of vinegar, or whatever, and you'll be like - Heeeeehhhhhhhh, that's not on my recipe card!
BadGirl
I am so very blessed
I really don't have any/many unusual foods, but here is what we'll be having for Thanksgiving dinner:
Thanksgiving 2014
Appetizers
Deviled Eggs
Pickle/Olive tray
Vegetable platter w/dip
Mixed Nuts
Entrée
Roasted Turkey (2)
Smoked Turkey
Spiral Sliced Ham
Stuffed Ham
Side Dishes
Mashed Potatoes (10 lbs)
Gravy
Stuffing
Oyster Dressing
Stuffing
Broccoli & Wild Rice Casserole
Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic and Cranberries
Whiskey-Glazed Carrots
Green Bean Casserole
Scalloped Potatoes
Mac N Cheese
Sweet Potato Casserole
Corn Souffle/Pudding
Candied Yams
Rolls
Popovers
Succotash
Pickled Beet Eggs
Cole Slaw
Salad w/ dressing
Cranberry Sauce
Desserts
Pumpkin Pie
Apple Pie
Pecan Pie
Crack
Pumpkin Roll (2)
Fruit Bread
Fudge
Drinks
Iced Tea
Lemonade
Jello Shots
Sodas
Bottled Water
Beer
Thanksgiving 2014
Appetizers
Deviled Eggs
Pickle/Olive tray
Vegetable platter w/dip
Mixed Nuts
Entrée
Roasted Turkey (2)
Smoked Turkey
Spiral Sliced Ham
Stuffed Ham
Side Dishes
Mashed Potatoes (10 lbs)
Gravy
Stuffing
Oyster Dressing
Stuffing
Broccoli & Wild Rice Casserole
Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic and Cranberries
Whiskey-Glazed Carrots
Green Bean Casserole
Scalloped Potatoes
Mac N Cheese
Sweet Potato Casserole
Corn Souffle/Pudding
Candied Yams
Rolls
Popovers
Succotash
Pickled Beet Eggs
Cole Slaw
Salad w/ dressing
Cranberry Sauce
Desserts
Pumpkin Pie
Apple Pie
Pecan Pie
Crack
Pumpkin Roll (2)
Fruit Bread
Fudge
Drinks
Iced Tea
Lemonade
Jello Shots
Sodas
Bottled Water
Beer
Good lord.
That sounds delicious but how are you even going to have a bite of everything?
BadGirl
I am so very blessed
It's a good thing that I absolutely LOVE leftovers....I can sample for two or three days some of the items that I wasn't able to eat on Thanksgiving.
Keep in mind that this meal is for about 50 people, too. But one of my bad habits is constantly adding to my menu, even though it's been planned out for quite some time. [Truth be told....there isn't much to planning a Thanksgiving menu].
DEEKAYPEE8569
Well-Known Member
Get enough of these; one for everybody.....
http://www.foodservicewarehouse.com/american-metalcraft/ctp11/p385597.aspx
Tami2red
New Member
I DO! And, when the minions were little, I'd put raisins on it. They called it 'ants on a log.' We stuff celery with PB too.
Tami2red
New Member
I usually fill up on the antipasto and the following pasta course
I know when you're craving a food you just make it, Vrai, vs. only having it on special occasions, but since I'm usually a low-carber and since I'm usually only cooking for one, pasta is a big treat for me! I'm not going to make a big pan of lasagna for just myself bc I'll eat every single bite of it
That actually brings me to ask a question: with all the favorite family recipes that go on during the holidays, surely some of them aren't even written down they've been passed along via word of mouth and physically making them together....but are there any family recipes that you try to replicate, and while good, they never compare to the person's version who taught you?
That's how I am with Lasagna
I have 5 kids and 2 grands! Will that work?????
lucky_bee
RBF expert
this is actually very close to it
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Italian-Sausage-and-Bread-Stuffing-240559
except we probably make 4x the amount and never measure!