Thanksgiving 2022: Unique dinner ideas that'll hit all the right taste buds

Upgrade your menu this Thanksgiving with these lip-smacking dinner ideas.

By Chayanika Das
Updated on Nov 24, 2022 09:37 am IST 5 Photos
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Thanksgiving is observed on the second Monday of October in Canada and in the United States, it falls on the fourth Thursday of November every year. Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season. It is a harvest festival and is also celebrated to thank and be grateful for the sacrifices and blessings of the past year. Since Thanksgiving is all about food, here are a few unique ideas to experiment with this season.(Unsplash)

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Vegetarian Roasted Cauliflower Soup: Soup is a must to beat the cold. Both vegetarians and non-vegetarians can enjoy this warm cup of seasoned soup. Saute the cauliflower with onions and garlic and add vegeseason it with salt and pepper(Unsplash)

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Air-Fried Rosemary Turkey Breast: Thanksgiving is not complete without a turkey on the dinner table. This year, you can experiment and make air-fried rosemary turkey breast instead of the old-school oven-baked turkey. Season the turkey in the usual way adding more rosemary and air fry at 350ºF for 25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.(Unsplash)

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Mashed potatoes: Give your regular mashed potatoes an upgrade by adding more richness to it. Try browning the butter to add a nutty flavour to the dish. This hack also works for stuffing and sweet potatoes.(Unsplash)

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Brown Butter Sweet Potato Stacks: This is the easiest of the lot. All you need to make this dish are unsalted butter, garlic, sweet potatoes, fresh thyme and Parmesan cheese. In a bowl, add chopped sweet potatoes, season with the rest of the ingredients, give it a good toss and put it in a 400°F preheated oven for 25 to 30.(Unsplash)

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Chayanika Das

Chayanika Das is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times. She focuses on the gallery section, covering news and lifestyle, and also writes features.

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