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Would it be weird to bring a non-traditional side to Thanksgiving?
Posted on 11/16/18 at 6:45 am
Posted on 11/16/18 at 6:45 am
Even if it has fall/thanksgiving type ingredients?
They will already have all the turkey, stuffing, green beans, corns, potatoes, desserts, etc etc
Thinking about making something random as a side dish, but with “thanksgiving themed” items.
So I’m thinking about a big spaghetti squash casserole with ground turkey, onions, tomatoes, jalapeños, garlic, cheese, peppers, etc
Would that be weird to show up to a thanksgiving dinner with something like that, even if it is squash & turkey?
They will already have all the turkey, stuffing, green beans, corns, potatoes, desserts, etc etc
Thinking about making something random as a side dish, but with “thanksgiving themed” items.
So I’m thinking about a big spaghetti squash casserole with ground turkey, onions, tomatoes, jalapeños, garlic, cheese, peppers, etc
Would that be weird to show up to a thanksgiving dinner with something like that, even if it is squash & turkey?
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Posted on 11/16/18 at 6:52 am to UFownstSECsince1950
What an odd question. I assume you actually know the people with whom you will share Thkgiving, so think about whether they’re rigid, ridiculous people who think that meal can only contain certain dishes. Translation: bring what you’d like, as long as the host knows and approves. You don’t want to show up, dish in hand, to someone else’s carefully planned meal. You’re a guest, so ask if what you are bringing will be welcome and don’t be offended if the host suggests an alternative or tells you she already has everything covered.
Not all gatherings are meant to be potluck.
Not all gatherings are meant to be potluck.
Posted on 11/16/18 at 6:56 am to UFownstSECsince1950
I'm bringing andouille dip, so no, I don’t think so
Posted on 11/16/18 at 7:24 am to UFownstSECsince1950
A had a friend that showed up with a few bags of onion rings from Burger King years ago. It was the only place open he said. We just threw them in the oven to reheat. That was his last Thanksgiving.
He was killed in Afghanistan a few months later.
He was killed in Afghanistan a few months later.
Posted on 11/16/18 at 7:41 am to Walt OReilly
Way to be depressing as shite, Walt.
Posted on 11/16/18 at 7:45 am to Walt OReilly
RIP to your friend, glad we could help you remember him.
This holiday makes me think of my late uncle, who never showed up on time and always arrived with a bag of McKenzies pistolettes in hand, after the meal was over.
This holiday makes me think of my late uncle, who never showed up on time and always arrived with a bag of McKenzies pistolettes in hand, after the meal was over.
Posted on 11/16/18 at 7:58 am to Salmon
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andouille dip
QUe? Care to share?
Posted on 11/16/18 at 8:13 am to UFownstSECsince1950
I get asked to bring my stuffed meatballs every year for Friendsgiving. Who cares as long as you bring something?
Posted on 11/16/18 at 8:47 am to hungryone
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Not all gatherings are meant to be potluck.
OP - As long as they don’t care that you bring something, I doubt they care if it varies a little from tradition.
But hungryone, thank you for saying this just in general. It’s awkward when you invite people over for a dinner and someone insists on making random things, especially in your kitchen. (Awkward for me because I’m pretty non confrontational) I have a small kitchen and my one friend means well, but he always shows up to already-planned dinners at my house with 30+ ingredients to make some super involved salad that uses the oven and 2 chopping boards and half the counter space. Makes a massive salad that probably cost $70 in ingredients and it barely gets touched.
This post was edited on 11/16/18 at 8:48 am
Posted on 11/16/18 at 8:50 am to UFownstSECsince1950
That casserole sounds pretty good to me. I would leave the turkey out of it but that's just me. I would add shrimp or crab or both just to have something different.
Posted on 11/16/18 at 8:55 am to Trout Bandit
Bring what you want. We're ham people. We did a turkey and a ham for years. Then it went to doing some large turkey breasts just to have some turkey.
Finally we just quit the turkey. We still have a good thanksgiving.
Sides should take even less consideration.
Finally we just quit the turkey. We still have a good thanksgiving.
Sides should take even less consideration.
This post was edited on 11/16/18 at 8:56 am
Posted on 11/16/18 at 9:15 am to Walt OReilly
Many Thanksgiving are ruined because everyone wants to go their own way and bring some random shite that doesn't flow with the meal. You end up with turkey and ham and 14 different carb heavy sides that barely get eaten. bullshite
Posted on 11/16/18 at 9:59 am to UFownstSECsince1950
It depends on your audience. Some people are cool with nontraditional stuff, others less so.
Just don't be an a-hole, roll up and demand they take the turkey out so you can heat your Totinos pizza rolls in the oven.
Just don't be an a-hole, roll up and demand they take the turkey out so you can heat your Totinos pizza rolls in the oven.
Posted on 11/16/18 at 10:21 am to Rep520
And don’t show up demanding oven space at all. If you can’t cook it at home and get it to the meal in ready to eat condition, then think of bringing something that doesn’t require reheating. It’s not really helpful to show up and then need attention/kitchen space. Crock pots, warmers, insulated carriers, etc are wonderful things.
Hosting is a big task, so be a considerate guest and don’t impose on the host. Also, volunteer to do dishes/take out the trash/pick up the leftovers. Can’t tell you how many shared holiday gatherings I’ve attended where ppl swoop in, eat, then either disappear into televised sports or have to rush off to another branch of the family. Those of us left behind in the cleanup can and do talk smack about y’all, LOL.
Hosting is a big task, so be a considerate guest and don’t impose on the host. Also, volunteer to do dishes/take out the trash/pick up the leftovers. Can’t tell you how many shared holiday gatherings I’ve attended where ppl swoop in, eat, then either disappear into televised sports or have to rush off to another branch of the family. Those of us left behind in the cleanup can and do talk smack about y’all, LOL.
Posted on 11/16/18 at 10:26 am to Walt OReilly
you're underrated Walt
Posted on 11/16/18 at 10:28 am to hungryone
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And don’t show up demanding oven space at all. If you can’t cook it at home and get it to the meal in ready to eat condition, then think of bringing something that doesn’t require reheating. It’s not really helpful to show up and then need attention/kitchen space. Crock pots, warmers, insulated carriers, etc are wonderful things.
As the yearly host, I can't upvote this enough.
Posted on 11/16/18 at 10:45 am to UFownstSECsince1950
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Would that be weird to show up to a thanksgiving dinner with something like that, even if it is squash & turkey?
Most will probably pass on it. If you want to bring a side for all to enjoy then the answer is wine. Holiday wine buzz is enjoyable.
Posted on 11/16/18 at 10:49 am to Saskwatch
Agree w wine, or with a nonalcoholic alternative like sparkling lemonade.
Whatever happened to guests showing up,with flowers, or a simple box of candy for the hosts to enjoy after the party? I like both of those options. Everyone I know has too much food at thanksgivIng anyway.
Whatever happened to guests showing up,with flowers, or a simple box of candy for the hosts to enjoy after the party? I like both of those options. Everyone I know has too much food at thanksgivIng anyway.
Posted on 11/16/18 at 10:57 am to UFownstSECsince1950
I would ask if there's a certain food or side the host would like to have brought and if it should arrive ready to serve. As others have mentioned, don't assume there's oven or stove top space available to cook your dish or hold it to stay warm.
Those of us who bring casseroles or other hot dishes all have the insulated carriers. We cook at home and bring it hot.
From your general list of foods they will have, perhaps another green vegetable or salad type dish would be appreciated.
Those of us who bring casseroles or other hot dishes all have the insulated carriers. We cook at home and bring it hot.
From your general list of foods they will have, perhaps another green vegetable or salad type dish would be appreciated.
Posted on 11/16/18 at 11:14 am to Walt OReilly
Only thing to do is have Burger King onion rings at every Thanksgiving to honor him.
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