Thanksgiving dinner
Paz Espinoza
November 4, 2009
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What is a Thanksgiving feast without a mouth-watering turkey? Turkey is the most anticipated dish at any thanksgiving dinner. This main course has become so popular, that many people refer to Thanksgiving day as Turkey day, which is why Turkey rates as number one on the list of top 10 Thanksgiving favorites.
Some say the turkey is only as good as its stuffing, which is why stuffing is ranked number 2 on the list of top 10 Thanksgiving favorites. Like any other Thanksgiving dish, stuffing can be home made or sotore bought. Either way its made, stuffing is turkey’s best friend when it comes to a perfect Thanksgiving dinner.
Third on the list of Thanksgiving favorites is Ham. Thanksgiving ham can be prepared many different ways according to our family’s style and taste. My family always serves a delicious glazed ham at our Thanksgiving dinners.
Thanksgiving dinner is not complete without pumpkin pie. Whether store bought, or made from scratch, pumpking pie is one of the most craved for sweets during the Thanksgiving holiday.
Mashed potatoes are an essential to include in any Thanksgiving meal. They too can be home made or store bought. Either way, they are one of the most anticipated Thanksgiving side dishes.
The Salads traditionally included in Thanksgiving feasts. These salads come in many varieties, including but definately not limited potato salad, garden salad, pasta salad, and fruit salad. The most traditional and popular of these is potato salad
Candied Yams are another sought after desert at a Thanksgiving feast. Although they are not as popular as the pumpkin pie, candied yams make a Thanksgiving feast traditional.
Corn is one of the most traditional vegetables served on the Thanksgiving holiday. This dish dates back to the days of the pilgrims and indians and their sharing of the first Thanksgiving meal.
Green beans are another popular Thanksgiving vegetable. Although they are not as popular as corn, green beans add wholesomeness to any Thanksgiving meal.
Cranberry sauce is the last favorite dish on the top 10 Thanksgiving favorites list. Although it is liked and disliked, most Thankgiving dinners include this seasonal delicacy.
The menu preference for the thanksgiving feast can vary among the various cultures who celebrate the holiday of Thaksgiving.
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