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For Thanksgiving, I get very excited about showing off veggies in their full glory! While the turkey will continue to be the main show, the line up of sides continues this week with lots of options for weeknight meals. This week I want to feature a few of the vegan main dishes that could upstage a turkey with style and a maybe even a bit of hippy grace.
Shall we get out the lava lamps? My Lentil Nut Loaf has been upgraded from the 1970’s version and is especially groovy with the smoky Cranberry Glaze drizzled across the top.
The Cauliflower Roast makes a beautiful vegan presentation to center all of the fabulous side dishes around.
For the pescatarians and sea-lovers, the Salmon Wellington is a gorgeous way centerpiece and an easy way to enjoy a moist flavorful fish dish.
This is a great week to introduce the classic main dish tradition: Herb Roasted Turkey. With its Italian herb essence, serve it with the Herb Polenta Stuffing. Complete the meal with Mascarpone Creamed Greens.
Of course, we don’t want to forget the sides which come together in their own party of a meal or as foot shoulders to any of the fab main dishes above. The classics such as Streusel Topped Sweet Potatoes, Homemade Green Bean Casserole, and Herb + Sausage Stuffing.
Then there are the veggie sides such as Lemon Brussels Sprouts, Caramelized Apple Acorn Squash, and Marsala Acorn Squash.
As well as the creamy sides such as Mashed Celery Root (for those skipping potatoes) and Mashed Potatoes (for the spud lovers).
Finally, the seasonal salads including the Roasted Pear + Beet Salad and the Chestnut + Clementine Salad.
Bring leftovers together with the Vegan Seitan Shepherd’s Pie for a lunch on the go, that can be kept in a thermos or warmed just before lunch. Alternatively, the Turkey + Cranberry Quesadillas with a simple Apple-Squash Soup.
For breakfast, enjoy the Pumpkin Custards (which can also work for Pumpkin Pies! Just pour them into Pie Crusts!) with a dollop of Persimmon Whipped Cream.
For a savory breakfast, patty up the leftover Mashed Celery Root or Potatoes to sear into these Kale Potato Pancakes with a Runny Egg on top.
Cook seasonally. Eat consciously. Live well,
