Thanksgiving Resources

This one is an absolute favorite at my house with both adults and children! Just another traditional Thanksgiving recipe that makes this holiday so much fun!

4 fresh yams
¼ cup butter
½ cup orange juice
Zest of one small orange (grated orange peel)
Orange slices (optional)
¼ cup brown sugar
½ bag miniature marshmallows

Directions:
Boil the yams with their peel on until tender.  Let cool and remove peel.  Cut each yam into about four to five pieces and arrange in large baking dish.  Pour orange juice over yams and the orange zest.  Sprinkle with brown sugar and dot with butter.  Top with marshmallows and place orange slices on top if desired.
Bake for approximately 20 to 25 minutes at 350F until marshmallows melt.

Thanksgiving is always a fun time of celebration and eating with your family. Here are some activities to make Thanksgiving even more enjoyable for your family this year.

Thankful cards – Make a card for each family member that will be your guest for Thanksgiving this year. On each card, tell that person what you love most about them, and why you are thankful for them.

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This is a family favorite. You can get the recipe off the can - but it’s easier to print here.

Serves 6

4 cups cooked French style green beans
1 can (10 oz) cream of mushroom soup
½ cup milk
1 1/3 cups French fried onions

Directions:

Place the mushroom soup, milk and pepper in a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish. Stir in beans and 2/3 cup of the fried onions. Reserve the rest for later. Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes at 350F. Then top with the remaining 2/3 cup fried onions and bake about 5 more minutes, until onions are lightly browned.

For more traditional Thanksgiving recipes check out our Thanksgiving Recipes ebook.

There is nothing more special than to hang a Thanksgiving wreath on your front door.  It is inviting as well as pleasing to the eye.  For this Thanksgiving, why not involve your entire family in the craft of making a Thanksgiving wreath?  Here are some suggestions.

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There are times when a ready pie dish will do but Thanksgiving is special so why not try making your own pie crust… it’s not as difficult as you may think. This recipe makes 1 9-inch pie crust.

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Why do people always get stressed at the holidays?  Is it the rush to get everything done? Is it wanting everything to be “perfect”? Is it having to deal with family members that know how to push our buttons? Most likely it is a little of each.  So how do we have a stress free Thanksgiving dinner?  Here are a few simple tips to have a more enjoyable Thanksgiving dinner.

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A beautiful table setting is the finishing touch to a wonderful Thanksgiving meal.  By collecting a few simple things from around the house, and maybe a trip to the craft or fabric store, you have the makings of a festive table.  Standard placemats start with a rectangle of construction paper, or fabric, in fall colors or white and come in endless varieties, limited only by your imagination.

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Autumn is such a fun time. Leaves turn shades of golden orange and brown. Use this beautiful creation of nature to your advantage. Focus on leaves for inspiration with these fun autumn craft ideas.

Leaf Tracings

Fold 10 sheets of copy paper in half and crease in the center. Bind the booklet by punching two holes in the spine, threading yarn through the holes, and tying the ends. Take your kids to the park. Challenge them to find and trace as many unique leaves as possible.

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We’re all looking for ways to save time during the holidays. Here’s the “quick” recipe for a family favorit.

Ingredients:
2 cups pureed pumpkin
2 eggs (beaten)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups brown sugar
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup butter (melted)
1 pie crust
Directions:
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well.  Pour batter into pie crust.  Bake in preheated oven at 350F for approximately 60 minutes or until set through.

Topping:

1 pkg cream cheese
1 cup whipped cream
½ cup powdered sugar

Blend all ingredients together and use to top pie.

Want more delicious recipes to make this holiday special? Here’s a full Thanksgiving recipe book!

Being on a diet does not have to be a problem when it comes to enjoying your Thanksgiving dinner. You don’t have to worry about your diet if you just follow these simple tips. You can still enjoy your meal if you learn to stay away from undesirable habits and ill effects on your diet.

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