Photo by David Lytle
Can you believe Thanksgiving (in the US) is just two weeks away?
After our discussion last Thursday, did you track down some new holiday books to read with your family this year?
Great! Then today it's time to start thinking about another action point for a purposeful holiday: Planning Your Menu.
Photo by Annie Witkamp
Maybe your traditional menu is so ingrained in your head that you don't even need to think about it beforehand.
But particularly when the goal is to create an intentional holiday, it's helpful to do a little planning.
Just like last week, I've tried to do some research for you, saving you a little time and pointing you in a helpful direction.
So whether you're looking for items you can prepare ahead of time, new dishes to add to your repertoire, or healthy selections for this year's menu--the links below have much to offer!
Looking for Recipes You Can Make Ahead?
Try these links:
- Brussels Sprouts with Leeks and Bacon
Looking to Try Something New This Year?
Check out these links:
- Chocolate Pecan Pie (I've totally got my eye on this one!!)
- This page at Recipe for Living has a host of clever variations on old classics
- Take a look at these Thanksgiving recipes from the Pioneer Woman
Photo by Cynthia Closkey
Looking for Healthy Options?
Try these links:
- Delicious Options for Healthy Eating from the Mayo Clinic
- Holly's Pilgrim Stuffing (from the author of Feeding the Whole Family)
Looking to Plan and Organize Your Cooking?
This link will help keep you sane over the weeks ahead:
- Create a Cooking Schedule @ Organizing Your Way
So get planning and organizing this week, and come back next Thursday for more Thanksgiving inspiration on the way!
What's your favorite item included in your Thanksgiving meal?
**Don't forget: You still have a few hours to enter the Tiny Belles Giveaway. It ends tonight at 8pm EST!**
