20+ Easy Recipe Ideas For Thanksgiving Prepare To Be Amazed!

Classic Roast Turkey

Ingredients:

• 1 whole turkey (12-15 pounds)
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

To prepare the turkey, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Rinse the turkey and pat it dry. In a small bowl, mix together the butter, herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Gently loosen the skin of the turkey with your fingers and spread the butter mixture evenly under the skin. Tie the legs together with kitchen twine and place the turkey on a roasting rack in a large roasting pan.

Cover the turkey loosely with foil and roast for 2 hours. Remove the foil and continue roasting for another 1-2 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Let the turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving and serving.

Savory Stuffing

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf day-old bread, cut into cubes
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 celery stalks, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage)
• 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, garlic, and herbs, and cook until softened. In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread cubes and the vegetable mixture. Pour in the broth and mix until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Transfer the stuffing to a greased baking dish and bake at 350 degrees F for 30-40 minutes, until golden brown on top.

Pumpkin Pie Dip

Ingredients:

• 1 can pumpkin puree
• 1 package cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Graham crackers for dipping

In a medium mixing bowl, beat together the pumpkin puree, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth. In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture until well combined.

Chill the dip for at least an hour before serving. Serve with graham crackers for a tasty and seasonal dessert.

These easy recipe ideas are sure to impress your guests and make your Thanksgiving dinner a success. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the holiday with your loved ones, knowing that you've prepared a delicious and stress-free meal. Happy Thanksgiving!