Follow our YouTube channel to get the latest news from the world
22 recipes that put a spin on classic Thanksgiving dishes
Do you ever feel like you need a break from Thanksgiving classics? Turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, and pumpkin pie are all great, but they get boring when you serve the exact same dishes year after year. Try something new this holiday season. Whether it’s a famous recipe you wouldn’t think you’d serve on Turkey Day, an international dish, or just something a creative cook came up with, here are 22 recipes that put their spin on classic Thanksgiving dishes.
1 of 22
Apple fried bread
Should you use your apples to make pies, crumbles, cakes or crisps? The answer might actually be “none of the above,” because we’re totally obsessed with fries right now. But instead of individual cookies, make this fun and flavorful Amish Potato Bread from Kitchen Fun With My Three Sons.
2 of 22
Bacon wrapped turkey
If you’re like us and think everything is better wrapped in bacon, check out this bacon-wrapped turkey recipe from Little Sunny Kitchen. The lattice design looks complicated, but this amazing Thanksgiving centerpiece is actually surprisingly simple.
3 of 22
Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are simply bitter and unappetizing. But how to choose from all the available variations? Should you make balsamic brussels sprouts? Maple? Brussels with bacon? We can’t choose…so how about all three? If you think you can’t do it, Healthful Blondie will make you think again with this recipe for Maple Balsamic Brussel Sprouts Roasted on a Baking Sheet.
4 of 22
Turkey beer cans
We’ve had beer turkey and beer turkey, but beer can turkey is by far the best. Unlike other recipes, this Food Network version doesn’t require a smoker—just a grill—but you’ll want to use a turkey keeper (or special beer that can stand) to keep the bird upright. This recipe also tells you how to make a dry rub made from garlic powder, mustard powder, dried onion, granulated garlic, paprika, cumin, and salt and pepper.
5 of 22
Chestnut stuffing with sausage
The rules about what exactly goes into condiments are already pretty loose, so this dish is a great opportunity to try something new. This stuffing from She Loves Biscotti features chestnuts and Italian sausage and you can make it ahead of time!
6 of 22
Chocolate Pumpkin Pie
Few foods do not benefit from the addition of chocolate, especially desserts. With that in mind, we encourage you to add a layer of chocolate to your pumpkin pie. You can also give your pie a chocolate crust with this recipe from Kevin Cooking!
7 of 22
Cranberry bacon jam
Remember what we said about everything being better with bacon? Cranberry sauce is no exception… instead of the classic cranberry sauce, make this Blueberry Bacon Jam from The Forked Spoon. Enjoy it on its own, with turkey, with vegetables, or—best of all—with brie cheese on a delicious cracker or slice of freshly baked bread.
8 of 22
Crème fraîche biscuits
If you are used to getting your biscuits from the tube, this one will really blow your mind. This fancy biscuit recipe from Food & Wine swaps buttermilk for crème fraîche, a common topping used in French pastries.
9 of 22
Baked Potatoes with Crispy Green Beans
When we say the words “green beans,” “crispy,” and “baked” at Thanksgiving, green bean casserole is the first thing that comes to mind. Replace this standard side dish with another that uses the same adjectives in the name: Baked Green Bean Fries. Try this version from I Heart Vegetables that uses panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and a few other simple ingredients.
10 of 22
Czech Easter Seasoning
Instead of the traditional Thanksgiving stuffing, replace it with the traditional Czech Easter stuffing. It might sound weird, but hear us out, because this delicious dish is made with ham, white bread, eggs, milk, spinach, parsley, garlic, butter, and a few herbs and spices. Cook Like Czechs can tell you how to make it.
11 of 22
Georgian plum sauce
As an alternative to the same old cranberry sauce, try this Georgian plum sauce. It is so common in Eastern European countries that it is called ketchup. And as Happy Kitchen explains in its recipe, it’s perfect for everything from roasted vegetables and grilled food to salad dressings.
12 of 22
His brown pots
13 of 22
Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread with Chive Butter
14 of 22
Jalapeno popper mashed potatoes
15 of 22
Johnny Marzetti
16 of 22
Macaroni pudding
17 of 22
Mashed cauliflower
18 of 22
Pavochon with mofȯngo stuffing
19 of 22
Potato and celery root biscuits
20 of 22
Potato pumpkin mash
21 of 22
Salted caramel apple pie
22 of 22
Sweet potato gratin
https://baltazarplus.com/
