Good morning, folks! Have you all recovered from your turkey and gravy-induced comas?? The Duke and I ate everything in site and then some more on Thursday. This is our first Thanksgiving as a married couple, so we had to decide between families. We ate dinner at my parents’ house, but then visited his family for games and second helpings. To try to correct our gluttonous ways, the Duke and I have decided to train for a half-marathon in March, and we’re beginning the plan today. I’m slightly nervous, but I think I can do it! So, before we head out for a brisk 3 miles, here are the highlights of the Duchess’ Thanksgiving.
This is my mom’s Thanksgiving table. I thought it looked very nice. How cute are her veggie flower vases??
My Uncle Bill (mom’s oldest brother) made two gorgeous Challah loaves. These were fresh out of the oven, and I could not believe how beautiful they were. Of course I had to snap a picture. They were perfect for sopping up Granny Flash’s gravy.
Speaking of gravy, I know this isn’t a great picture, but look at all of our gravy! My dad loves Granny’s gravy and requested lots…so that’s what he got! The only container it would fit in was a punch bowl…and we wonder why we’re a chunky family.
Granny’s turkey is also fabulous. She lathers it with tons of butter and herbs and bakes it off. Simple and oh, so good.
My favorite foods at Thanksgiving have always been Granny’s Cornbread Dressing (background) and simple White Rice and Gravy. We live in the South and do more of a traditional Southern Thanksgiving. No mashed potatoes or stuffing in this house. No way. There is nothing better than Granny’s cornbread dressing. It is to die for, especially with a ladle of gravy on top. I mean, I imagine it would be. It’s not like I’ve actually tried that before.
Here’s a close up of that famous gravy…boiled eggs, giblets and all. That’s right. I said giblets. You know you wanna try.
We don’t do the traditional pumpkin, sweet potato or pecan pies. I made Paula Deen’s Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake (I’m sharing the recipe Monday). Forgive the poor quality of this picture. I think the Turkey coma was slowing taking over. This cake was so incredibly rich and delicious, so of course the only thing to do was top it with a dollop of freshly whipped cream.
I hope you’ve enjoyed seeing our family’s favorite Thanksgiving foods. I just love when everyone gathers under one roof and counts their blessings together. Even though this has been a tough year for many, we’ve still got plenty to be thankful for. Here’s to many more Happy and Healthy Thanksgivings from my family to yours!
The Duchess
I also ate two Turkey dinners. I think I am STILL full…
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I’ve made Paula’s Gooey Butter Cakes, but I didn’t know a Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake existed. How exciting! I’m going to print this recipe off. Thanks for sharing!
~Camberley