Thanksgiving dinner is synonymous with delicious dishes that bring families together in gratitude. To make your holiday feast both convenient and scrumptious, consider incorporating canned foods into your recipes. In this post, we'll spotlight five classic canned ingredients and provide you with mouthwatering recipes to elevate your Thanksgiving dinner.
Canned Pumpkin: An essential ingredient for the classic Pumpkin Pie. Canned pumpkin streamlines the cooking process, allowing you to focus on perfecting this beloved dessert. Here's the recipe:
Pumpkin Pie:
Ingredients:
1 can (15 ounces) canned pumpkin
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 unbaked pie crust
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine canned pumpkin, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, spices, and salt. Mix until well combined.
Pour the mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 40-50 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let it cool before serving.
Canned Cranberry Sauce: The indispensable canned cranberry sauce offers that perfect sweet-tart balance to accompany your turkey. Here's a delightful Cranberry Sauce recipe:
Cranberry Sauce:
Ingredients:
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup white sugar
Instructions:
In a saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, orange juice, and sugar.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Let it cool before serving.
Canned Green Beans: Canned green beans provide a quick and easy side dish. Try this Green Bean Casserole recipe:
Green Bean Casserole:
Ingredients:
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) canned green beans
1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
1 cup French-fried onions
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine drained green beans and cream of mushroom soup.
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle French-fried onions on top.
Bake for 25 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Canned Sweet Potatoes: Sweet potato casserole is a Thanksgiving favorite. Try this simple recipe using canned sweet potatoes:
Sweet Potato Casserole:
Ingredients:
2 cans (15 ounces each) canned sweet potatoes
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup miniature marshmallows
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Drain canned sweet potatoes and place them in a baking dish.
In a saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar, then add chopped pecans.
Pour the butter mixture over the sweet potatoes and top with miniature marshmallows.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until marshmallows are golden.
Canned Pumpkin Soup: Start your Thanksgiving dinner with a warm bowl of pumpkin soup. Try this easy Pumpkin Soup recipe:
Pumpkin Soup:
Ingredients:
2 cans (15 ounces each) canned pumpkin
3 cups vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
In a pot, combine canned pumpkin and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
Stir in heavy cream and ground nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper.
Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, then serve.
By incorporating these canned ingredients into your Thanksgiving recipes, you can create a holiday feast that is convenient, nutritious, and incredibly delicious. Embrace the ease and convenience of canned foods while preserving the traditional flavors that make this holiday special. Happy Thanksgiving!
