Here we go!  It's t-minus three days until Thanksgiving and we have got to get on this wonderful, carb-loaded ball.  Over the past few weeks I have shared a couple of my new favorite recipes and now it's time to finalize those menus.  Below is a collection of all my holiday favorites, new and old, from the past few years.  Enjoy!

TO DRINK...

• spicy pumpkin hot chocolate - The perfect cup for sipping as you cozy up on the sofa for the Macy's parade. 
• thanksgiving punch - A non-alcoholic sangria that will bring life to any appetizer spread. 
• apple cider slushies   - While you are roasting, mashing, and hostessing, put your husband on slushie duty. 
• sparkling cranberry clementine cider - The flavors here play so well with a classic Thanksgiving dinner. 

ALL ABOUT THE APPS...

• stilton pecan truffles - My take on the classic cheese ball.
• brie fondue with pomegranate relish - Some of my favorite moments are when everyone is clustered around the kitchen island dipping and spreading.  This is the perfect dish to gather around. 
• balsamic roasted grape crostini - This has been one of my standby appetizers for years, I even served it at my wedding.  It is always a crowd-pleaser. 
• baked caramelized onion dip - My favorite dip ever.  Enough said. 

SIDES...

• pear, bacon, and brussel sprout warm salad - Everyone will love this fresh, autumnal take on brussel sprouts. 
• autumn salad - You know, in case you want a carb break but still need potatoes in your life.  
• brie macaroni and cheese - Not a classic side, but always a good idea. 
• cranberry orange muffins with pecan cinnamon streusel - I think these muffins would be such a fun replacement for yeast rolls this Thanksgiving.
• brown butter mashed potatoes - The only mashed potatoes you will ever need.  They are life. 

PIES AND OTHER WONDERFUL THINGS...

• cranberry lime pie - So delightfully unexpected.  There's a gluten-free version too!
• eggnog custard pie - Our favorite. 
• pumpkin mousse pie - My 2017 take on pumpkin pie.  There is hazelnut brittle.  It is a good thing.
• chocolate custard pecan pie - I have made this pie every Thanksgiving since I posted it.  So good!
• pecan pie bars with cranberry dark chocolate shortbread - If you feel like breaking out of the pie pan. 
• mama’s pumpkin roll - A family tradition. 
• brown sugar & ginger roasted pears with vanilla cream - Something a little lighter that will even please your vegan cousin.  

Wishing you the most wonderful of Thanksgivings!  I am so thankful for you. 

Sincerely, 

Pedantic Foodie