thanksgiving staples

today is your lucky day.

i am going to share my mom's famous turkey recipe.

and by 'my mom's' i really mean that she stole it from 

cooking light in 2005 and has been making it for years.

and by 'famous' i really mean that it's delicious and perfect.

you can find the recipe here

you are welcome! :)

additionally, i want to share a new stuffing recipe

i tried out at my first friendsgiving of the year.

mashers, green beans and stuffing are my favorite things every thanksgiving.

and i love the classic recipes.

this stuffing was delish.

classic with all the right flavors and consistency.

recipe via food network magazine

ingredients

1 stick butter

2 cups diced onions

2 cups diced celery

1 teaspoon minced sage

1 teaspoon minced thyme

salt & pepper

3 cups chicken broth

2 eggs

1/4 cup parsley

16 cups of french bread

directions

1. cube french bread until you have 16 cups.

toast on a baking sheet at 300 degrees until crunchy and golden.

stir frequently.

2. melt butter in large skillet over medium heat.

add onions, celery, sage, thyme and a couple pinches of salt and pepper.

cook for 5 minutes. add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

3. beat 2 eggs with parsley in a large bowl.

add bread cubes. pour in broth & veggie mixture and gently toss.

4. transfer to a butter baking dish.

cover and bake 30 minutes at 375 degrees.

uncover and bake until golden, 30 more minutes.

is it thanksgiving yet???? i'm getting hungry! :)