There is an
endless choice of options when it comes to Thanksgiving dinner. But for many
people, it gets quite difficult to be the perfect host and especially if it’s
about hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for the very first time. Therefore, it is
essential for you to know about compulsory dishes you should include and
optional dishes which you can choose to ignore.
Besides
this, planning a dinner budget is the key factor that comes into play as the
whole idea of having a dinner revolves around it. Thus, we have brought to you
a compelling list of mouth-watering dishes which would not only steal your
guest’s hearts but would also be a taste for them to remember for the rest of
their lives.
5 TIPS
THAT WILL TURN YOUR PARTY FROM GOOD TO GREAT
1)DINNER
SETS
Dinner sets
leave a positive impact on everyone. If you are thinking that something cheesy
and fancy is the way to win over your guest’s heart then you are clearly
mistaken. I would recommend you take a simpler approach by using a simple
dinner set as they leave a positive mark and portrays a decent side of your
personality as well.
2)CANDLES
Traditional
pieces like flowers and candles are the reason to celebrate Thanksgiving. And
though flowers do make a positive impact and add another star to your dinner, but candles are really something different in adding that subtle effect to the
occasion.
3)HIT
SOME MUSIC
Now, this
might seem a bit more expensive but if you choose wisely, you can create that
mood change amongst your guests. You can use portable speakers which are
inexpensive and have great sound quality. Whereas if you are looking for a
more extravagant option then I would suggest you buy big-time speakers and
you will definitely notice a different vibe all around.
4)ADD
SOME TRADITIONAL GAMES
Traditional
games are a great way to keep your guests entertained even after having dinner
as most guests try to leave after getting their stomachs full. Hence, add some
traditional Thanksgiving card games for people of all ages.
5)CHANGE
THE SETTING OF YOUR PLACE
If you are
targeting a small audience due to a shortage of space then consider moving
things around. As changing the setting of your room is the best way to create an
exciting little occasion without spending loads of money on your place.
DISHES
1)TURKEY
AND GRAVY
Let’s begin
with the most popular 5-star Thanksgiving dish, turkey and gravy. While preparing
gravy is not something to feel intimidated about, turkey could be. A
traditional turkey can be prepared through an extensive list of ingredients,
you can roast it and give it a smokey effect or you can serve it with fried
vegetables or simple herbs, either way, the turkey would act as an asset if you ask
me!
2)DINNER
ROLLS
Dinner rolls
are a great way to end your dinner with class. I would recommend you introduce these at the end of the meal when your guests would least expect it
which would excite them even more. However, try not to make them in excessively large quantity as it is eaten after your main course.
3) MASHED
POTATOES
Used as a
side dish, this is an extremely affordable option if you are on a tight budget
just throw a bit of cheese and garlic into the mix and see the magic afterward. I
would suggest you serve it before having the main course.
4)CORN
Corn is the most
flexible ingredient when it comes down to creating a list of items.
You can add cream or serve it with salads. Besides this, corn is the only
element that could be added in both sweets and spicy stuff isn’t that great!
5)CRANBERRY
SAUCE
Dinners are
incomplete without a sweet dessert eaten after the main course. No matter how hard you have
worked on your house setting and your dinner, if your dessert is not on point
you can kiss your dinner goodbye. This is why adding some cranberry sauce is
the best way to add that great dramatic taste to your sweet dish with a little
aftertaste for everyone to remember.
6)GREEN
BEANS
Thanksgiving
meals could make you lose track of the calories you have been counting to lose
weight. Besides this, Thanksgiving meals are rich in carbs which could give you
an overwhelming feeling afterward. This is why green beans could be a great option
as a side dish if you want to keep it light initially and want to make a heavy
main course.
7)MAC AND
CHEESE
This is a
great choice if your guests mainly consist of children or young adults or let’s be
honest it`s great for everyone. Who could resist the smooth and silky texture of
cheese equipped with pasta and chicken, this dish is a great way to target a young audience and grab their attention towards your party.
8)PUMPKIN
PIE
You can
either have “A” dessert or you could have “THE” dessert. It’s safe to say that Thanksgiving is incomplete without a pumpkin pie and is quite easy to make. You
can add this as a finisher before winding up your party.
9)PECAN
PIE
Pecan Pie is
definitely a dish to look at due to its buttery and rich taste. This dish has
certainly made a place on a table throughout the years and without a pecan pie, your Thanksgiving is incomplete. To make it a bit different, you can add some
whipped cream or jam on the top as well.
10)CASSEROLES
Perhaps the most widely known side dish eaten on a Thanksgiving dinner. Casseroles are perfect for your holiday feast, you can add veggies, herbs, and spices and could also play with your main ingredients. You can either make a corn casserole or a sweet potato casserole or even both!