Thanksgiving is nearly upon us, and you'll be planning your very first one in your new Mr C Residences home. Whether you're celebrating a small Thanksgiving with your family, or you're going all out with lots of guests, you'll want to make it special. Here are some excellent recipe ideas from top chefs, so you can make it one to remember.
Northwest Fruit Stuffing
No Thanksgiving meal is complete without stuffing, and this one is a classic from the 50's. It's sure to delight everyone who comes to your Mr C Residences new construction home for Thanksgiving.
You'll need:
- ½ c. butter
- 1 large red onion
- 1 medium fennel bulb
- 2 large pears
- 1 large Granny Smith apple
- 1 lb. Loaf, cut into cubes
- 1 c. chicken broth
- 1/3 c. dried tart cherries
- ½ c. golden raisins
- 1/3 c. chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tsp chopped fresh sage
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
To make this stuffing for your Mr C Residences new construction celebration, start by melting butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add in the onion and fennel, stirring them until they're golden brown. Then, add your pears and apple and cook for five more minutes.
Transfer the mixture to a large bowl, and then add in the rest of your ingredients. Toss them to combine them thoroughly. Then, spoon the stuffing into a greased baking dish, and cover with foil. Bake in a 325F oven for around 45 minutes, until it's heated through.
Herbed Mashed Potatoes
If you're having guests at your Mr C Residences home for Thanksgiving, you can't forget the mashed potatoes. After all, they're a staple. Here's how to make the very best mashed potatoes that everyone will love.
You'll need:
- 4lb golden potatoes
- Kosher salt
- 2 c. heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 sprigs thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh flat leaf parsley
- 1 bay leaf
- 6 black peppercorns
- Freshly grated nutmeg
To prepare, place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring them to a boil, and then add 2 teaspoons of salt. Reduce the heat for around 15 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
While the potatoes are boiling, put the rest of your ingredients into a small saucepan and bring them to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 3 minutes, then remove from the heat.
Finally, strain the cream mixture into the pot with your potatoes. Add ¾ teaspoon salt and mash. Finally, before serving to guests in your Mr C Residences pre construction home, sprinkle with nutmeg.
Pumpkin Martini
It's not just the food that you need to think about at Thanksgiving. If you have guests coming to your Mr C Residences new construction home, you'll need drinks too. This is a fall twist on a classic that they'll be sure to love.
You'll need:
- 2 tbsp crushed graham crackers
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 ½ ounces vanilla vodka
- 1 ½ ounces Irish cream liqueur
- 1 ½ tbsp pumpkin puree
- Cinnamon stick
To make this cocktail, combine the crushed graham crackers, sugar and 1 tsp of pumpkin spice in a small dish. Place a small amount of Irish cream into a second dish. Rim your cocktail glasses by dipping the rim into the cream, and then into the graham cracker mixture.
Combine the vodka, Irish cream, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin spice into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for at least 30 seconds, and then pour the mixture into the glass. Garnish with a cinnamon stick. Your Mr C Residences guests will be sure to love it.
Hasselback Butternut Squash With Maple Brown Syrup
Butternut squash is another Thanksgiving staple, and with this recipe you can give it a brand new twist. It'll be something your guests at your Mr C Residences new construction home haven't tried before, so why not go all out?
You'll need:
- Olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 large sage leaves, chopped
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Kosher salt and peppercorn2 medium butternut squash
- 1 small red chili, thinly sliced
To make, heat your oven to 425F and brush a rimmed baking sheet with oil. Melt 2 tbsp of butter in a skillet, and add the chopped sage as soon as the butter turns brown. Remove the mixture from the heat as soon as it's evenly browned, and once cooled, mash the remaining butter into it to make a paste. Add the garlic, maple syrup and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Peel your butternut squash and half them lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds, and then hassleback the squash. To do this, make vertical cuts in the rounded side of the squash around ¼ apart, ensuring you don't cut all the way through. Place sage leaves and chili slices in these cuts.
Season the squash with salt and pepper, and brush on the butter mixture. Roast the squash, brushing it every 10 minutes with butter, until tender. This takes around 65 to 75 minutes. Then, you're ready to serve to your Mr C Residences pre construction home guests.
Whether you're having a quiet Thanksgiving in your Mr C residences home or you're having a full on Thanksgiving bash, these recipes are just the thing to take it to the next level.