Thanksgiving Dinner, Side Dishes & Appetizer Recipes

[Deleted User 203]

Thank you so much on both counts, Sassy. He's on the very slow recovery road and a lot has changed for him, including having to resign from his job. Just cannot do that type of work anymore.

LOTS of changes for our little family but we're getting there.

Thanks again!

WOW....Im sorry that happened to him.
I hope he gets better soon. I can look up some recipes for you if you want.

So many things to be "thankful" for this year.

My husband was admitted to the hospital on October 23rd with COPD, CHF, type 2 Diabetes, and CHD.

He's been home since this Wednesday and on a "Life Vest," which is an external difibrillator along with oxygen (presently). He's got a long way to go to beginning to get well or at a place where he can live a little longer.

VERY scary times for our family and I am learning about the do's/don'ts of eating for him. Low sodium, no sugar, and watching for those those saturated fats in foods.

I'll hopefully get a chance to come back online again to see if there's any recipes for THIS type of diet.

[Deleted User 203]

Wow! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

I love that you've added the fat and especially the sodium counts. He's allowed only up to 2,000 mgs of sodium a day, and I'm learning to finally label read and get to know WHAT adds sodium and what doesn't.

Thanks again!

Okay I found these recipes that your DH should be able to eat. The Herb Roasted Turkey has 1 gram saturated fat, 0 g sugar and 202 mg sodium http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/249300 ... ed-turkey/

This Carrot Mushroom stuffing has 0 saturated fat, 0 sugar and 0 sodium http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/264104 ... -stuffing/

This Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes has 2 grams saturated fat, 0 sugar and 214 mg sodium http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/268534 ... -potatoes/

This eating well site has a lot of recipes that I think your DH can have
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/18000 ... nksgiving/

So many things to be "thankful" for this year.

My husband was admitted to the hospital on October 23rd with COPD, CHF, type 2 Diabetes, and CHD.

He's been home since this Wednesday and on a "Life Vest," which is an external difibrillator along with oxygen (presently). He's got a long way to go to beginning to get well or at a place where he can live a little longer.

VERY scary times for our family and I am learning about the do's/don'ts of eating for him. Low sodium, no sugar, and watching for those those saturated fats in foods.

I'll hopefully get a chance to come back online again to see if there's any recipes for THIS type of diet.

[Sassy762]

You're very welcome.
That eating well site really has a lot of good recipes but you do have to scroll down and read the amount of fat, sodium and sugar before cooking. Especially if he has 3 or more small meals a day....you have to keep track of his intake.
I hope your family has a great Thanksgiving and your dh continues to recover swiftly as possible

Wow! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

I love that you've added the fat and especially the sodium counts. He's allowed only up to 2,000 mgs of sodium a day, and I'm learning to finally label read and get to know WHAT adds sodium and what doesn't.

Thanks again!

Okay I found these recipes that your DH should be able to eat. The Herb Roasted Turkey has 1 gram saturated fat, 0 g sugar and 202 mg sodium http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/249300 ... ed-turkey/

This Carrot Mushroom stuffing has 0 saturated fat, 0 sugar and 0 sodium http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/264104 ... -stuffing/

This Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes has 2 grams saturated fat, 0 sugar and 214 mg sodium http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/268534 ... -potatoes/

This eating well site has a lot of recipes that I think your DH can have
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/18000 ... nksgiving/

So many things to be "thankful" for this year.

My husband was admitted to the hospital on October 23rd with COPD, CHF, type 2 Diabetes, and CHD.

He's been home since this Wednesday and on a "Life Vest," which is an external difibrillator along with oxygen (presently). He's got a long way to go to beginning to get well or at a place where he can live a little longer.

VERY scary times for our family and I am learning about the do's/don'ts of eating for him. Low sodium, no sugar, and watching for those those saturated fats in foods.

I'll hopefully get a chance to come back online again to see if there's any recipes for THIS type of diet.

[Sassy762]

Easy Turkey Gravy
Can't forget the gravy! Finish your turkey off with this smooth Southern-style sauce.

http://relish.com/recipes/easy-turkey-g ... E%20RECIPE

[Sassy762]

Sweet Potato Casserole
Make this crowd-pleasing holiday favorite the classic way: with buttery mashed sweet potatoes and a crunchy pecan topping.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/foo ... le-3364945

[Sassy762]

Sausage and Herb Stuffing
Ina's sausage and herb stuffing features the traditional flavors you know and love, but it gets an added boost from an unexpected ingredient: Granny Smith apples.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina ... pe-1943434

[Sassy762]

Best Ever Green Bean Casserole
Crispy onions, fresh green beans, creamy sauce — Alton's green bean casserole has it all in one bubbling cast-iron skillet.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alt ... pe-1950575

[Sassy762]

Tyler's Mashed Potatoes
What's the trick to cooking potatoes evenly and avoiding those dreaded lumps? Starting with cold water, Tyler says.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/tyl ... pe-1943035

[Sassy762]

Sweet Potato Souffle
Sprinkle a crunchy and buttery pecan topping over creamy mashed sweet potatoes for a perfectly sweet complement to all those savory dishes.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/tri ... pe-2125230

[Sassy762]

Classic Turkey Gravy
Making the most-flavorful gravy is easy: Don't discard the giblet bag inside the turkey! Simply make your own broth by simmering the neck and giblets with classic Thanksgiving herbs while the turkey cooks, then combine the broth with the pan drippings and an easy-to-make roux.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/foo ... pe-1973898