Whether it's because of work obligations or a lack of funds, sometimes we can't be with the ones we love during the holidays. This year, invite fellow "orphans" to a small-scale potluck Thanksgiving.
The Turkey
You could go all out and have turkey with all the trimmings--but it's a lot of work. This menu will hit all the favorite high notes without requiring several days' preparation time.
These recipes call for turkey breast meat, rather than the whole bird.
Starters
Honor the Native Americans who hosted the first Thanksgiving--and serve indigenous American foods--with this Iroquois soup featuring corn, squash, and beans.
Salad and Side Dishes
Leafy greens and both kinds of taters.
Pie Possibilities
You could bake a whole pie--who doesn't like leftover pie? But these pecan tarts and pumpkin pie squares are easier to share if you're divvying up the leftovers.
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