Simple Thanksgiving Sample Menu from Sandra Lee
Don't know where to start? We've done the work for you -- even a shopping list!
— -- Turkey versus ham? Cobblers versus pie? Pecan versus pumpkin?
Thanksgiving occurs every November and every year it's the same headaches: serving a moist, fully-cooked bird, creating several side dishes that everyone will love and ending the holiday celebration with a dessert or a few that has folks talking into the new year.
This year, "Good Morning America" did the hard work for you. We put together five full-course meals using recipes from some of our most popular guests like Sandra Lee to save you the time and the hassle.
At the end of each rundown is a shopping list of what you'll need from the supermarket.
Good luck!
Spicy Molasses-Glazed Ham
One family-size ham makes a succulent entree for Thanksgiving but don't forget those holiday leftovers. This tasty ham can then encore as fun-to-eat skewers and a down-home casserole. A molasses glaze pairs with pineapple to make luaulike kabobs, then takes on a pepper Jack kick in a cheesy meat and potato hot dish.
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Prosciutto-Tied Asparagus
Tired of the same old holiday sides? Don't want to be a slave to your kitchen? As always, Lee helps you get the taste of homemade without all the work. So forgo the mashed potatoes, stuffing and cranberry sauce and try asparagus. Add some lemon juice and wrap them in prosciutto and get fancy.
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Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
And while you're busy cooking up Thanksgiving dinner the easy way, make these mushrooms that include Italian links, spinach, pimiento and Romano cheese.
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Gingerbread Tiramisu
You're wondering what gives, right? Tiramisu? This was supposed to be fancy AND easy? Did we mention Betty Crocker mix? Check out the link below to see the ingredients and directions but be warned. The recipe calls for coffee-flavored liqueur, dark chocolate and maraschino cherries. Delicious! Yes, we know. And did we mention easy?
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Apple-Pecan Bread Pudding
If you've got a slow cooker -- or plan to buy one before Thanksgiving -- you've got another dessert to serve those non-tiramisu-liking guests. This recipe will save you money and time in the kitchen.
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Shopping List
Miscellaneous:
caramel topping
bourbon
whipped dessert topping
ginger preserves
dark rum
Oils, Condiments and Spices:
canola oil cooking spray
habanero chiles
ginger
dry mustard
salt
extra virgin olive oil
Greek seasoning
cloves
Baking Goods:
apple pie filling
pecans
evaporated milk
brown sugar
allspice
confectioners sugar
vanilla extract
coffee or coffee-flavored liqueur
cinnamon
bittersweet dark chocolate
maraschino cherries
Betty Crocker gingerbread cake mix
molasses
dark brown sugar
Dairy and Juices:
egg beaters
cream cheese
eggs
Romano cheese
Fruits and Vegetables:
pineapple tops
white button mushrooms
frozen chopped spinach
lemon juice
pepper
asparagus
pimiento
Buter or Deli:
hot Italian links
prosciutto
7- to 8-pound cooked ham