Thanksgiving Ideas – 2025
Thanksgiving is getting close and I wanted to share some ideas from my site to help you fill out your menu. Aren’t these little turkeys cute? This is one of the many things we print, hand paint and sell on my Etsy store Nuggets Farm. 😀 I have lots of great vegetable, side dish, dessert…
Roasted Broccoli and Bacon Orecchiette
This roasted broccoli and bacon orecchiette is cozy, savory, and full of flavor. Oven-roasted broccoli, crispy bacon, and sautéed onions come together in a creamy tomato garlic sauce that clings perfectly to little orecchiette pasta shells. Finished with a generous sprinkle of parmesan, it’s simple comfort food with a gourmet twist. This is an easy…
Spicy Tuna Jumeokbap
Spicy Tuna Jumeokbap are Korean hand-rolled rice balls filled with a bold mix of tuna, gochujang, mayo, soy sauce, sesame oil, and scallions. Topped with shredded nori and furikake, they’re creamy, spicy, and packed with umami — like a Korean twist on your favorite spicy tuna roll. Perfect for lunch, picnics, or meal prep! We…
Loaded Hummus Dip
Loaded hummus dip features creamy hummus topped with a fresh mix of diced cucumber, tomato, and mixed olives, finished with crumbled feta, fragrant herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Served with crisp pita chips for scooping — a bright, savory dip bursting with Mediterranean flavor. This dish makes a great party…
Hong Kong Pan Fried Pork Chops
Hong Kong pan fried pork chops is a dish made with cuts of boneless pork seared until golden with crisp edges and tender, juicy centers, then coated in a savory-sweet Hong Kong–style sauce that’s rich, glossy, and full of flavor. Simple to make and perfect served with steamed rice and bok choy for a bright,…
Wild Mushroom and Leek Black Rice Risotto with Charred Lemon
Wild mushroom and leek black rice risotto with charred lemon is a rich, earthy risotto made with a blend of creamy Arborio and nutty black rice, slowly cooked with sautéed leeks, garlic, and white wine. Wild mushrooms add deep umami flavor, while fresh lemon juice and slices of charred lemon bring a bright, aromatic contrast.…
Sichuan Poached Chicken
Sichuan Poached Chicken is a dish of tender chicken poached with ginger, Shaoxing wine, and salt. It is served with a bold sauce of dark vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, garnished with fresh scallions and Sichuan chili oil. This dish is best enjoyed with steaming hot rice. This dish reminds me of…
Ghalieh Meygoo (Iranian Shrimp Stew)
Ghalieh Meygoo is a traditional Persian Gulf shrimp stew simmered with fresh cilantro, fenugreek, garlic, and spices, enriched with tangy tamarind for a bold, aromatic flavor. Served hot with steamed basmati rice. I had never had this dish before making this, and we loved it! It has an amazing amount of flavor. There are a…
Dark Brown Sugar Strawberry Pretzel Shortbread
Dark Brown Sugar Strawberry Pretzel Shortbread is a sweet and salty treat made with a buttery pretzel and dark brown sugar shortbread base, filled with a luscious layer of strawberry jam, topped with more crumbled shortbread and baked until perfectly golden and crisp. This is a super easy dessert inspired by this Strawberry Pretzel Dessert.…
Korean Steak Salad
Korean Steak Salad is a bold and flavorful salad featuring tender gochujang-marinated steak, seared to perfection. Served over a bed of crisp lettuce with shredded carrots, charred green beans, tangy kimchi, and fresh scallions, then finished with a zesty Korean-inspired vinaigrette for the perfect balance of heat, crunch, and freshness. This recipe is basically a…
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