Happy Thanksgiving Week! I’m going old-school-This-Week-for-Dinner and doing a weekly menu post filled with all kinds of stuff. Here we go!
THIS WEEK’S MENU
We were originally going to be hosting Thanksgiving here at our home, but plans have changed and now we’re driving to Utah to be with family there. Which means I don’t need to plan a menu for this week because we’ll be traveling. But if YOU have a menu planned for this week, please share it in the comments!
THANKSGIVING!
This November I’ve been feeling a lot of gratitude. Things have also been a little quiet here on the blog, on my podcast and on my social media channels. You see, two weeks ago I was in a car accident. I’m not going to get into details for now, and I am recovering very well. That said, the accident was scary and unexpected. In the end, though, it could have been so much worse and, from the moment the car came to a stop and I knew I was okay, I felt nothing but gratitude throughout the entire experience. That gratitude carried me through. And now, entering the busiest time of year, I’ve not only been forced to slow down, but I’ve also thought a lot about just how lucky and blessed I am. Instead of feeling frustrated by not being able to do more this November I’m just taking it in stride and letting it be a positive experience. Here’s to a holiday season that is less about the busy and more about the gratitude and love.
That is why I haven’t been posting much or sharing any new recipes for Thanksgiving. But that’s okay, I’ve got tons of great Thanksgiving content on the blog already. If you’re looking for assistance for the big feast this week, I have some links you need to peruse!
- Click here to see every post I’ve shared on the blog with the tag Thanksgiving Prep. Clicking this link simply takes you to that blog category, where you can scroll through all the Thanksgiving Prep posts.
- I have tried pretty much every technique out there for cooking turkey with the exception of frying. Last year I finally figured out the formula for the PERFECT TURKEY. Click here for my Perfect Roasted Turkey post.
- Click here for my pie crust tutorial and favorite all-butter pie crust recipe.
- Click here for my Thanksgiving feast menu from 2 years ago. I link to all of my most favorite Thanksgiving recipes in that post, some of which I am sure I we will be cooking up at my sister-in-law’s home this year!
If you have your Thanksgiving feast planned, please share that in the comments! Links to recipes always welcome!
GILMORE GIRLS IS ALMOST HERE!
Forget the accident, I think the new Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life episodes airing on Netflix the day after Thanksgiving is why I am feeling truly grateful this year. Just kidding! (Mostly.)
Netflix sent me an adorable package filled with goodies to help us enjoy the new episodes. I’m still not sure if I’m going to bingewatch or spread out the new episodes, but the mailer got me and my girls watching old episodes together this weekend and it’s been so much fun. Nate is still flummoxed by the fact I can watch Gilmore Girls over and over and over again. (To be honest, I’m a little flummoxed by it myself.) Psst…I have an inside source who has already seen the new episodes. This little birdie didn’t give me any details (it’s a good birdie) but she did say that the new episodes are SO GOOD. Are you as excited as I am?!?!?! WOOHOO!!!!
And with that I am DONE. I kind of love today’s post. I don’t have to plan a weekly menu (I know, ironic). THANKSGIVING! And GIMORE GIRLS! As I mentioned before, if you have a weekly menu and/or Thanksgiving plan to share in the comments, please do. And, of course, any and all discussion of the Gilmore Girls is welcome! Happy Thanksgiving Week!
Hi! My name is Jane Maynard and you've landed yourself on my blog, This Week for Dinner™. Every Sunday I share a weekly menu...and count on you to share yours! You'll also find other deliciousness that I hope you'll enjoy!
Jane!! So sorry to hear about the car accident. I’m glad you’ve healed up, but I’m sure it’s been difficult to shake. Bleh. We are traveling for Thanksgiving. I am in charge of the stuffing at the in-laws. I’ll be pulling out a cornbread stuffing recipe from Bitten Word.
Sunday: Mac and cheese casserole, roasted sweet potato
Monday: Blue Apron (husband cooks)
Tuesday – Friday: Thanksgiving at Babas!!
Saturday: Date night….kids are staying an extra day at Babas’
Thank you, Bonnie! I was in bed for a few days…which gave me lots of time to watch…you guessed it, Gilmore Girls! 😉 Anyway, thank you! And safe travels!!!
Here’s my Thanksgiving Menu and prep plan! http://www.livehalffullblog.com/2016/11/17/grand-thanksgiving-plan-2016/
looks so yummy, katie! and love the detailed schedule – so helpful!
Take it easy, enjoy life, enjoy the holidays, and focus on healing! It’s good to hear that you are OK & on the mend after a scary experience.
I don’t have a menu this week because I’m not sure what the heck I thought I was doing last week…..for some reason I went nuts and made HUGE meals. I froze half of it and we are eating it again this week.
Our Thanksgiving is with family at my parent’s house. I’m bringing Sweet Potato Souffle & wine.
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
thank you so much, Kim. I will follow your advice to a tee!
I think that was perfect that you ended up with so many leftovers this week – will make you love Thanksgiving even more!
happy thanksgiving to you, too!
Signed up for Netflix on Friday just so I could watch Gilmore Girls.
love that! and it’s gonna be worth it!!
Jane! I’m so thankful and grateful you’re OK. Take care of yourself and have a very happy Thanksgiving with your sweet family. Hugs from Seattle.
Thank you so much, Hillary. I appreciate it so much! Much love back at you!
Jane, so sorry to hear about your accident, and I’m glad you are doing alright. Also, we are binge watching Gilmore Girls too, getting ready for Friday woohoo!!! Happy Thanksgiving!
Monday: Beef and Bean Burritos, Avocados, and Tomatoes
Tuesday: Cucumber Bruschetta Chicken
Wednesday: Little Caesar’s night
Thursday: Thanksgiving at my house, I’m in charge of Turkey, Ham, Stuffing, Gravy, Apple Pie, Cherry Pie, Caramel Pumpkin Pie and Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Cream Pie
Friday: Turkey Gravy Breakfast
Saturday: Left Overs
Sunday: Pumpkin and Bean Gratin
Jane,
Also, I’m trying out your perfect turkey formula you posted last year, can’t wait! Thanks for the great idea and information :).
Let me know how it goes! I can’t WAIT to eat our turkey this year – mmmmmm!!!
Happy Gilmore Girls watching! And thanks for you kind words, Vicki!
Jane,
The turkey turned out great and was so yummy and easy, thanks for the instructions! We loved it!
Vicki
yay! that makes me so happy!
Sunday – leftovers
Monday – salmon, rice and roasted brussel sprouts
Tuesday – Fresh keilbasi, pot stickers or pierogies, broccoli
Wednesday – Charcuterie and wine!
Thursday !!- just the two of us this year (kids all at their cousins in NC) turkey, and all the trimmings!
Friday – leftovers!
Saturday – hopefully more leftovers!
Glad you are on the mend, Jane!
Jane, I’m so glad you’re okay! I can’t imagine how scary that was for you. I hope you’re healing quickly.
I started watching Gilmore Girls about 2 months ago and I love it! Hardcore addicted. I’m on season 5 and can’t wait to finish so I can watch A Year in the Life!
Sun: Traveling home from vacation – fast food burgers
Mon: Husband cooks
Tues: Stuffed Peppers, Pasta, Salad
Wed: Broccoli Cheese Soup & Bread
Thurs: We’re hosting this year. I’m making: Turkey, gravy, dressing, cranberry sauce, bacon wrapped green beans, cauliflower gratin, deviled eggs, homemade pimento cheese stuffed celery.
Fri: Leftovers
Sat: More leftovers
Happy Thanksgiving!
Jane, hope you feel better soon. Take care of yourself!
Bought another huge bag of shredded cheese from Smart N Final. We are going to a family dinner for Tday, so I can’t rely on leftovers- decided to bake empanadas on Friday. Should be fun!
Sun- Baked Trader Joe’s ready-made polenta, sliced and topped with Costco canned shredded chx, diced tomatoes and shredded cheese (was pretty good and super easy)
M- bean and cheese burritos with crockpot pinto beans
T- frozen pizza
W- cheese ravioli, plus prepping green beans
Th- Thanksgiving at relatives’ home
F- Homemade Argentine ground-beef-and-egg empanadas (cross fingers, it’s first time making them)
Sat- Clam chowder? Haven’t decided yet