Not feeling a turkey dinner?
Mix it up this year with these Thanksgiving alternatives.
Whatever the reason, we have collected 25 dishes that can be the star of the show instead.
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This stunning centerpiece is great year-round, including on Thanksgiving.
The crust gets a lovely green hue from the fresh parsley blended into the mix.
Pro Tip:Don’t toss the backbone; it makes great chicken stock.
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Carve it at the table, and watch guests ooh and aah.
Served with a fresh herb sauce, no one will miss the turkey, we promise.
Serve it with ourRomaine Salad With Oranges and Radishesfor a refreshing crunch andGinger Carrotsto finish the plate.
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Use them to flavor a stunning pork tenderloin with this recipe.
Pork tenderloins are such lean cuts of meat, they can easily dry out.
Wrapping the loin in bacon adds flavor, but also fat that keeps it moist while cooking.
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Sausage-Stuffed Squash
Don’t relegate squash to side dishes only.
Here we prove that they can also be the star of a meal.
No one will miss the turkey once they take a bite of this ultra creamy recipe.
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It’s simple and sweet, just like how we think ham should be.
It helps seal in the meat’s juices and adhere the flavorful crust of breadcrumbs and herbs.
Golden and bubbling straight out of the oven, this humble casserole will wow friends and family.
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All are delicious, so pick the one that speaks to you (or your family) most.
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