Holiday: Thanksgiving Planner
Three menus for three types of cooks: those who get started five days, two days and (oops) no days ahead.
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Five Days Ahead
Starter Spicy Kale Chowder with Andouille Sausage
Side Dishes Butternut Squash-Polenta Gratin
Braised Artichokes with Red and White Pearl Onions
Crispy Cornmeal-Gruyère Muffins
Herb-Marinated Mushroom and Celery Salad
Turkey Turkey Leg Confit with Garlic Gravy
Dessert Frozen Hazelnut Mousse Cakes with Armagnac
Two Days Ahead
Starter Pickled Asian Pear Salad with Creamy Lemon Dressing
Side Dishes Choucroute Bread Pudding
Sour Cream-Pecan Scones
Three-Cranberry Conserve
Roasted Parsnips with Horseradish-Herb Butter
Turkey Alsatian-Brined Turkey with Riesling Gravy
Dessert White Chocolate Cake with Orange Marmalade Filling