I took my family out for dinner on Sunday to celebrate Thanksgiving. I made it very clear at the time that they were free to carry on with their other plans on Thanksgiving Day. I like to try to make things easier for them. I know how much of a pain it is to have to bounce from place to place on a holiday, and nobody wants to sit down to two huge meals on a holiday either. I told them to stop by if they feel up to it, but with absolutely no obligation.
I figured I would need to at least have something on hand to snack on if any of them do decide to come over. I was searching recipes yesterday, thinking of doing a small appetizer buffet, but then what would I do with all that food if they don't make it over or if they are stuffed when they arrive? I sure don't want a bunch of food to go to waste either.
Then I came across this idea for a Turkuterie Board and thought it was perfect!
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You could make smaller turkeys thn the one pictured! Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteI was thinking the same thing. I may try that, especially for my baby girls. Happy Thanksgiving to you too! :)
DeleteGreat idea and no cooking is always a treat every once in a while.
ReplyDeleteI don't cook a lot anymore anyway, but especially not huge meals like a Thanksgiving dinner.
DeleteSuch a cute 'n fun idea!
ReplyDeleteI thought so too! :)
DeleteAwesome idea,. Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you, too, and thanks for stopping by!
DeleteThat's a great idea and it's so cute! And I know your kids appreciate your thoughtfulness.
ReplyDeleteThanks Mari. I remember the days of holiday hopping, I don't want them to have to deal with that.
DeleteYou are a thoughtful
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Thanks Christine!
DeleteThat is such a great idea. I am not really an artistic person so I never would have designed this on my own, but I could manage something like this.
ReplyDeleteMy either Alana, but I'm pretty sure I can manage this one too. :)
DeleteThis is the perfect solution, Linda. I love it!
ReplyDeleteThanks Belinda - do I have a new nickname? ;)
DeleteThat's adorable! My older daughter wants to make one but she's already providing WAY too much of the food for our Thanksgiving. She just can't resist doing overdoing. (and then stressing out about it)
ReplyDeleteYou shouldn't have shown her, lol! I was always like her back in the day, but definitely not anymore. These days, the easier the better!
DeleteThat is so creative and fun. It looks like it wouldn't be too hard either, but if people are popping in at different times, the only people who would get to really enjoy your work would be the first lot. smaller ones would work too though.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it?! I could probably replenish it easily enough in between, too.
DeleteWow. That’s some turkey. I think some kind of charcuterie board is a good idea for possible drop ins.
ReplyDeleteIt works out perfectly considering the circumstances. :)
DeleteOh, that's way too cute. And perfect. Perhaps you should focus on dessert-y items as they might be done with the main meal elsewhere?
ReplyDeleteDon't worry, I bought a couple of pies too. :)
DeleteThat is so darn cute and such a creative idea!
ReplyDeleteI agree, and it will work out so perfectly, too!
DeleteThat's cute. Perfect for what you want too, I think. Easy to put away leftovers. I hope you have a nice relaxing Thanksgiving day, with or without drop-ins. Sometimes the best holiday is being alone! I was thrilled last Christmas to have the house to myself!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Lisa. I don't mind if it's just me, I'll definitely have a great day either way.
DeleteVery creative! The apples might turn brown if you made it ahead of time, but otherwise it’s perfect. If they’re going to have another meal somewhere, this is nice and light. I like the idea of desserts, too.
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely not making it ahead of time, not knowing if or when anyone will be here. I'll wash all the fruit and slice up the cheeses, so it will be quick and easy to put it together. I did get a couple of pies too, just in case. :)
DeleteSo creative ...
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving.
All the best Jan
I agree Jan. It's just plain fun. :)
DeleteLove the turkuterie board haha! Hope you have a great Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jackie, and thanks for stopping by. :)
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