When I took my family out for dinner on Sunday to celebrate Thanksgiving, I made it very clear 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 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. :)
DeleteSome apples don't turn brown--my favorites Cosmic Crisps don't, if you can find them.
DeleteThanks, Margaret. I don't think my grocery store has them. I'm just going to toss them in a little lemon juice. That's supposed to keep them from turning brown - we'll see if it works!
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. :)
DeleteWhat a great charcuterie board. I probably wouldn't make it, but it's a cute idea. Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you, too, and thanks for stopping by!
DeleteWhat a cute and practical idea at the same time, Martha. I love it! What a blessing that you don't have to cook for the festivities. Sometimes, it's just the best thing to have times of solitude in which to be grateful for all our blessings.
ReplyDeleteI love that it's exactly what I need for the day, but cute and festive as well. My girls will love it! :)
DeleteSomeone made something similar for our Bible study the other night, only about a third the size. It sounds like the perfect solution if some of them come, or even for yourself if they don't.
ReplyDeleteIf it's just me, I'm sure I won't bother making the turkey, but I'll definitely be helping myself to a plate or two of all the goodies. I enjoy snacking more than sitting down to a big meal.
DeleteI wish I had one
ReplyDeleteMake one up for yourself. :)
DeleteI wish I had one
ReplyDeleteWhy not make one? It looks easy enough. :)
DeleteThis turkey food display looks amazing - even on a smaller scale it would be a hit. Hats off to you for being so flexible with your people. I can only imagine what holidays will be like when our crew has significant others and kids, etc.
ReplyDeleteErnie, be ready for things to get crazy once others are in the picture. The larger your own family and the larger the extended families are, the more difficult it becomes to schedule things.
DeleteJust seeing the picture of it, it's too cute to eat.
ReplyDeleteIt is adorable! :)
Deletehow lovely of you! we are celebrating at my dad's house with my side of the family, I only have to make two pumpkin pies!!
ReplyDeleteThat works Karen, enjoy your Thanksgiving! :)
DeleteThat would be perfect and it is so cute. I'm sure your kids really appreciate you being so understanding about the holidays.
ReplyDeleteIt is! Believe me Lori, I plan like this for my own sanity as much as I do it for them. I got tired of our holiday plans getting messed up because someone else didn't stick with their plan.
DeleteNo cooking on a holiday is a lovely way to celebrate!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree more, Marie!
DeleteThat is so cute! I hope your day is peaceful, no matter what happens.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Bijoux. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
DeleteHappy Thanksgiving ! You found the perfect solution and it's a beautiful display ! It would take some time to put that together, glad you found one already done! Enjoy your day no matter who comes! Love, ma
ReplyDeleteI just bought the items to make it, it didn't come premade, but it should be easy to put together. I hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving, too! :)
DeleteWhat an unselfish attitude! The Turkuterie board is genius.
ReplyDeleteThanks Myra, and thank you for coming over for a visit, I've missed you!
DeleteThat was nice to celebrate early for them. OMG, that board is amazing. Happy Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Debby, and thank you for stopping by to visit. Happy Thanksgiving!
DeleteThat looks delicious! I love to snack on things like cheese, crackers, and fruit, rather than a big meal, any day!
ReplyDeleteMe too, Bless. This idea will work out perfectly no matter what the day brings.
DeleteThat is super cute! And delicious looking!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jeanette. I thought it was adorable, too. Have a great Thanksgiving!
DeleteDid you make it? For several years now I've made a charcuterie board on holiday eves while I'm preparing for the next BIG day. It's been a HUGE help. This year we did a shrimp and cocktail sauce plate with crackers.
ReplyDeleteNo, I didn't make it. We decided we would get together again over the weekend instead of Thanksgiving Day, since everyone was going to be popping over at different times. I may still make it when they do come over, but now doing the Turkey is kind of pointless, lol.
DeleteYou're very gracious to try and make people not feel stressed around the holiday.
ReplyDeleteThat Turkuterie Board is amazing! Bookmarked!
Thanks, San. I didn't end up making it, but I will be saving the idea too!
DeleteSure is pretty and easy to have those items on hand just in case.
ReplyDeleteI agree! I didn't end up making it, but it's definitely a simple and fun idea.
DeleteYou are such a considerate mom, not demanding time with your kids.
ReplyDeleteI hope you made the appetizer turkey, and I want to know if it looks as good as the picture, because it usually doesn't. HAHA!
Thanks, Suz. I didn't make it, but I'm sure you're right that it wouldn't have looked nearly as good. It would have been fun either way. :)
DeleteHi Martha! I love your outlook. When I was a wee little one, we were shuffled to family to family to family and that was not fun. I like your outlook very much. And that turkey board is a perfect idea.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ivy. It was easier on everyone this way. :)
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