Thanksgiving Recipes From our Fave Canadian Bloggers | Style at Home (2024)

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By: Natalie DiScala

Ready to pull off a memorable Thanksgiving? You will be — we’ve rounded up all the recipes you’ll need, from startersto sides and mains to desserts, all sourced from some of our favourite Canadian bloggers. Enjoy, and Happy Thanksgiving!

Appetizer: Beet Hummus

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Image by: Dan Robb By: Natalie DiScala Source: Sprig Creative

Start your Thanksgiving dinner off with bright and beautiful beets. This easy-to-make beet hummus can be served on its own or paired with pita chips, veggies or focaccia. However you serve, it'll look great on your table!

Appetizer: Pumpkin, Tomato and Bacon Soup

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By: Natalie DiScala Source: Craftberry Bush

Thanksgiving isn't Thanksgiving without a little pumpkin somethin'! But you don't have to wait until the end of the meal when you serve pumpkin pie for dessert to showcase this fab fall favourite. This hearty soup combines pumpkin with fresh heirloom tomatoes and bacon and makes a perfect starter.

Appetizer: Roasted Cauliflower Salad

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By: Natalie DiScala Source: Sweet Potato Chronicles

Starter salads don't have to be boring! This salad's heft comes from roasted cauliflower, a Thanksgiving staple reimagined in an interesting (and tasty!) way. Served atop a bed of radicchio and romaine lettuce, this is a delicious way to ease into the Thanksgiving dinner.

Side: Pear and Cranberry Sauce

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By: Natalie DiScala Source: Chocolate Shavings

For many, cranberry sauce is the much-anticipated highlight of Thanksgiving dinner. This year, try this update to classic cranberry sauce by adding a Bartlett pear. The sweetness of the pear combines with the tangy flavour of cranberries to make a holiday favourite even better.

Side: Cauliflower Mash

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By: Natalie DiScala Source: Jillian Harris

Mashedpotatoes are a typical Thanksgiving side but consider this cauliflower mash instead. It’s super easy to make and we love that it’s a pretty healthy alternative to mashed potatoes (especially when they’re made with butter and cream!) This simple recipe calls for cauliflower and Greek yogurt and is flavoured with garlic, lemon, chives, salt and pepper.

Side: Parmesan Roasted Carrots

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By: Natalie DiScala Source: Fraiche

Not boiled carrots again! This Thanksgiving, toss the carrots into the oven instead of into a pot of boiling water and you’ll be amazed at the difference. It won’t take much longer to prepare the carrots this way (simply toss with olive oil and salt, roast and add a yummy layer of parmesan cheese) but the taste will be a world of difference.

Side: Healthy Holiday Stuffing

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By: Natalie DiScala Source: Abbey's Kitchen

If you’re used to stuffing that’s almost as indulgent as dessert, you’ll be happy to give this leaner version a try. Packed with veggies, nuts and extra lean turkey sausage, this dish doesn’t skimp on flavour but leaves you feeling less guilty about having that second helping of pumpkin pie.

Main: Herb Roasted Turkey Breast

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By: Natalie DiScala Source: Crumb

If you’re intimidated by the prospect of roasting a whole turkey or are having a small gathering and don’t need so much meat, consider a split bone-in turkey breast instead. It takes much less time to prepare but still allows you to serve turkey, which of course, is a holiday tradition and Thanksgiving wouldn’t be complete without it.

Side: Miso Butter Mashed Potatoes

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By: Natalie DiScala Source: i am a food blog

There are so many different ways to prepare mashed potatoes but if you’re looking for a buttery and creamy recipe, try this one. It calls for chives and miso for a pleasantly savoury flavour and is the perfect complement to any Thanksgiving table.

Dessert: Mini Pumpkin Pie Tarts

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By: Natalie DiScala Source: Oh She Glows

Pumpkin pie is a Thanksgiving staple but we love this idea of individual mini pumpkin pie tarts. They have a light coconut flavour and the whole recipe is nut-free. They’re easy to make using a muffin tin lined with paper liners or greased well and are sure to be a hit with guests.

Dessert: Midnight Pumpkin Layer Cake

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By: Natalie DiScala Source: Sweetapolita

Pumpkin pie is used to being the star of the show but it looks like there's some competition in town! This incredibly decadent layer cake combines spiced pumpkin cake with a layer of dark chocolate cake, layered with chocolate chip cream cheese filling and salted caramel, all wrapped in a glossy dark chocolate frosting. Hope you wore your stretchy pants to dinner!

Dessert: Pumpkin Spice Pie with Maple Syrup

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By: Natalie DiScala Source: Simple Bites

If you’re looking for a straight up traditional pumpkin pie recipe, we’ve got you covered. According to Aimee of Simple Bites, “a really good pumpkin pie needs pure maple syrup and thick cream to stand out on the dessert table.” No argument from us!

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FAQs

What is a traditional Canadian Thanksgiving dinner? ›

Foods traditionally served at Thanksgiving include roasted turkey, roast beef, ham, stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, sweet corn, various autumn vegetables (including various kinds of squashes, but also Brussels sprouts), pumpkin pie, apple pie, and glazed yams.

How many dishes to make for Thanksgiving dinner? ›

How many dishes should I serve with the turkey? For 4 people, choose 1-2 appetizers and 3 sides. For 8 people, choose 1-3 appetizers and 3 sides. For 16 people, choose 2-3 appetizers and 3 or more sides.

What is the difference between Canadian Thanksgiving and US Thanksgiving? ›

Canadian Thanksgiving is in October—and on a Monday

Canadian Thanksgiving happens a full month and a half before American Thanksgiving, on the second Monday in October (Monday, October 9, 2023).

What do Canadians eat on Thanksgiving vs American Thanksgiving? ›

Instead of turkey, Canadians might serve ham and tourtiere, a pastry pie filled with potatoes. People from Newfoundland like to enjoy a traditional Jiggs dinner – corned beef, root vegetables, and peas pudding all boiled together.

What is the most traditional Thanksgiving menu? ›

The classic Thanksgiving dinner includes old-time favorites that never change: turkey, gravy, stuffing, potatoes, veggies, and pie. But the way these dishes are made or added to is everchanging because of food trends and different dietary requirements.

How many sides should a Thanksgiving dinner have? ›

Your Thanksgiving menu can have as many sides as you want/need to feed your guests and meet any dietary requirements. According to this article: For sides like mashed potatoes and stuffing, you should have at least one dish for every five people and at least two dishes for 10 people or more.

What should I cook first on Thanksgiving day? ›

Since it's the main event, the turkey should be the first dish you start cooking in the morning. "The resting process is an absolutely imperative part of the cooking process," Holzman said. Many people overcook their turkeys in the oven and overlook letting them rest, rendering the final product dry and rubbery.

What should be on a Thanksgiving menu? ›

But a few things are guaranteed, no matter where I am or who I'm with: There will be turkey; there will be stuffing; there will be cranberry sauce, gravy, potatoes, and pie.

What was eaten at the first Canadian Thanksgiving dinner? ›

Origins and history of Thanksgiving in Canada

The first Thanksgiving by Europeans in North America was held by Sir Martin Frobisher and his crew in the Eastern Arctic in 1578. They ate a meal of salt beef, biscuits and mushy peas to celebrate and give thanks for their safe arrival in what is now Nunavut.

What should I bring to Canadian Thanksgiving? ›

Here are 12 Canadian Thanksgiving gift ideas for coworkers that are thoughtful and appropriate for the occasion:
  • Thanksgiving-themed cookies. ...
  • Cozy fall scarves. ...
  • Thanksgiving coffee mugs. ...
  • Candles with fall scents. ...
  • Local gourmet food basket. ...
  • Thanksgiving-themed desk decor. ...
  • Customized recipe cards. ...
  • Fall-themed plant or succulent.
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