Thanksgiving Specials Recipe
Enjoy our Thanksgiving dinner prix fixe for dine-in or a 9″ pecan pie for takeout!
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Ingredients
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Pecan Pie
Thanksgiving Dinner
Method
Pecan Pie
- 1
Prepare the Pie Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
- 2
Make the Filling
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, melted unsalted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- 3
Add the Pecans
Stir in the pecans until they are evenly distributed in the filling mixture.
- 4
Bake the Pie
Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
- 5
Cool and Serve
Allow the pie to cool before slicing. Serve with whipped cream if desired.
Thanksgiving Dinner
- 6
- 7
Roast the Turkey
Place the turkey on a rack in a roasting pan. Pour chicken broth into the pan and roast for about 13-15 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 8
Prepare Green Beans
Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then shock them in ice water. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 9
Prepare Stuffing
Follow the package instructions to prepare the stuffing mix. Optionally, add cooked vegetables or sausage for extra flavor.
- 10
Serve the Dinner
Carve the turkey and serve with the stuffing, green beans, and cranberry sauce on the side.