Tasty Holidays

Thanksgiving

Collage of carrots and apples in an autumn theme

Discover the joy of the season with this collection of holiday recipes!


As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, it's time to gather around the table with loved ones and celebrate the season of gratitude.


Whether you're planning a grand feast or a cozy dinner, our collection of Thanksgiving recipes will help you create unforgettable meals. From savory sides to delectable desserts, we've got everything you need to make this Thanksgiving truly special.


Dive in and discover your new holiday favorites!


Roasted Carrots


Potatoes often get center stage as a delicatable side dish at Thanksgiving. Once you try these roasted carrots, potatoes might just become a distant memory!

Roasted Carrots

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Servings: 6 servings


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Ingredients


  • 2 pounds carrots, washed, peeled,and cut if large
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper, plus additional to taste, as needed
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish, optional

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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet pan with parchment paper (for easy clean-up).
  2. Toss carrots with oil and seasoning.
  3. Pour onto prepared baking sheet. Arrange carrots in a single layer.
  4. Bake 18–20 minutes for baby or garden carrots, 25–30 minutes for larger store–bought carrots. Ensure carrots are tender when pierced with a fork.
  5. Serve warm,garnished with parsley if desired.
Roasted Carrots

Apple Squares



Why should Pumpkin Pie be alone on the main stage of your table at Thanksgiving? These delicious Apple Squares are a wonderful way to end your feast.


Apple Squares

Prep Time: 20 mins

Additional Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 40 mins

Servings: 15

Yield: 15 servings


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Ingredients


  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • : cup granulated sugar (see Tip)
  • 1 ½ cups white whole-wheat flour or all–purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • : teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons canola oil
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 cups chopped apples (3 medium)
  • 2 tablespoons white whole–wheat flour or all–purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons butter

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Instructions


  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 13x9 inch baking pan with foil, extending foil over the edges of the pan. Coat foil with cooking spray; set pan aside.

  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, the 1 ¼ cups white whole-wheat flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, the baking soda, and salt. In another medium bowl, whisk together oil, eggs, and vanilla;; stir in apples. Add egg mixture to flour mixture;stir until combined (batter will be very stiff and dough like). Spread batter mixture evenly in the prepared pan; if necessary, use your slightly moistened hands to pat batter into an even layer. The batter will be shallow in the pan.

  3. For the topping, in a medium bowl stir together the 2 tablespoons white whole–wheat flour, the brown sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Using a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle crumb mixture over the batter in the baking pan.

  4. Bake about 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Using the edges of the foil, lift the uncut bars out of the pan. Cut into bars.

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