Talking Turkey: Recipes & More

When it comes to cooking a turkey, I like to mix it up each year. This recipe roundup features unique recipes that are flavored with bourbon, maple syrup, apricots, Cajun spices, pomegranate and more. I have added a few "must have" turkey tools for good measure. Always remember to add a pinch of love to whichever recipe you choose.  

Cider-Glazed Turkey with Lager Gravy

This is chef Michael Symon's recipe. He uses a butter soaked cheesecloth just like I do. This recipe is without brining. It sounds good,

Food and Wine

Sur La Table Reversible Teak Carving Board

I have my eye on this thanks to the incredible sale price of $19.99!

Sur La Table

Cajun Turkey 

Now this sounds really good. Why not spice things up this year? That blackenned spice look is made by cooking this bird at 500 degrees for 30 minutes. That would scare me to death! But the recipe sounds delish! Gravy recipe included.

Foxes Love Lemons

CDN Leave-In Meat And Poultry Thermometer

With good reviews, this handy thermometer is now 20% off with Code: FRIEND at

Sur La Table

Maple Bourbon Glazed Turkey

Isn't this pretty? The notes on this turkey state that thanks to the maple bourbon glaze, there's a hint of smokey bourbon and caramel with every bite!

Brooklyn Supper

Royal Gourmet Digital Instant Read Thermometer

This is a budget buy with really good reviews (all but one. }It's only $9.99

Wayfair    or   Amazon

Salt Crusted Turkey

This recipe is certainly not high blood pressure friendly. But it is such a different idea, I thought I would include it in the mix. 

Food and Wine

Gravy Boat With Saucer

Simple and pretty in porcelain. If you are having a crowd, you might want two. At $14.95, two won't bust the budget.

Crate & Barrel

Apricot Glazed Turkey & Caramelized Apples

Apricot jam makes the best glazd turkey. This bird will be sweet, salty, herbacious, and full of citrus flavor. It's a very nice recipe and the apricots make it unique.

Chateau Coutet

GreenPan Slow Cooker

Almost anything cooked in a slow cooker is a time saver on Thanksgiving. They free up real estate on your stove. This one is so pretty. I want it! You can save 30% on this and up to 40% sitewide at

GreenPan

PS. Here's a recipe for Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes.

Thanksgiving Turkey Roulade

I did this one year. it It is quite elegant and delicious. And trust me, it isn't as hard as it looks!

The Seaside Baker

Bobby Flay's Black Pepper-Pomegranate Molasses Glazed Turkey
I have done Pomegranate juice before, but not molasses. This is a very interesting recipe than inclues a kick from black pepper, horseradish, Djon mustard and pomegranate molassas. 

The Food Network

Prosciutto Wrapped Turkey
Giada states that there is no worry of a lack of crispy skin or flavor with this recipe. With springs of fresh thyme and rosemary, and maple syrup, this turkey must be good! P.S. I would add fresh sage, too.

Giadzy

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FESTIVE FINDS FOR EVERY RSVP

{ Via Moda Operandi }

We may not be ready for the holidays yet, but at least we can look like we are. This post offers  a style for every RSVP.  Why not gift yourself first this year?

Limited Edition Knee High Boots

These boots were made for walking into any party they have RSVP'D for! Love them so much. The metallic leather is huge this season.

J. Crew

Juela Midi Dress

2 layers create one statement. It's sophisticated and a touch sexy.

All Saints

Odette Sweater Jacket 

Party ready! It's said to be super soft and comfy. I love it styled with the metallic faux leather pants, but it would be fab over a LBD, as well.  A good look for holiday date nights, or a casual cocktail party. Take 40% off full priced styles. Both pieces a beautiful buy.

J Crew

Sequin Button Down Shirt & Pants

Gorgeously glam in gunmetal. It's effortlessly cool.  A good look for hosting a party, or as a guest at a  party at someone's home.

Ellie Tahari

Feather Bustier & Tafetta Skirt

Two fun pieces that may just be perfect for a holiday wedding reception. Both pieces come in at just a touch over $100. 

Skirt    Bustier

Neon Paillette Midi Skirt & Fuzzy 

Pearl Button Cardigan

Winter white is always festive. These two pieces won't break the bank.

Anthropologie

Velvet Jacket & Pants

The season of monochromatic dressing is here!  Red is so effective with a touch of gold. Wear this to a holiday lunch with the girls, or a holiday program at your child's school.

Frances Valentine

Feather & Sequins Blazer and Skirt

I saw this in person at Bergdorf's in NYC recently. It's really fabulous!  Wear this to a company holiday party or to a dressed up dinner party.

Ryeleigh Skirt Cheyenne Blazer

Cinq a Sept New York

Feather Willow Blouse

What a great blouse! The feathers are so festive without being too fancy. Love everything about it. I say wear it with anything - from denim to velvet. I also think it could take you anywhere this season.

Tuckernuck 

Suede Kitten Heel Booties

These days, it is quite chic to wear a bootie with a dress or skirt, These say, "Let's celebrate!" I keep putting these in my cart. Love!

Anthropologie

Jadia Embroidered Maxi
How unique! The golden embroidery is really gorgeous. Another sophisticated look. After 40% is taken off at checkout, this look is a beautiful bargain.

Banana Republic

Sam Edelman Brit Velvet Mules

With a kitten heel and a gold tone buckle, this shoe can run with the best of them. Well priced. Good with pants, a dress, or skirt.

Shopbop

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Saturdays At Shop This

 

This Saturday is all about that shine! If you are new here, Saturday at Shop This is a weekend wrap up of the best shopping and reading links of the week.  Enjoy and have a wonderful weekend.

Clear as Crystal: Jennifer Behr's Holiday Collection shines bright like a diamond. Earrings, headbands, barrettes, and more will light up your holidays.  Shown here are the Merritt Earrings,

Save 25% sitewide at the fabulous One Kings Lane. And while you are there be sure to check out their blog post: Thanksgiving with a few twists. It's filled with creative ideas for your own celebration.

Fantasy via Neiman Marcus: Have you seen this year's  Fantasy Gift Guide? The choices are extraordinary! I mean who wouldn't want a trip to Paris for the Olympic Games with Ralph Lauren? Click any link to have your wildest dreams come true.

 

31 Le Rouge: Would you pay $195 for a lipstick?  That's exactly what Chanel's newest lipstick will set you back. It is inspired by  the iconic address, 31 Rue Cambon, the birthplace of Chanel. The case is out of this world beautiful. And it really is more than a lipstick. Chanel calls it lipcare. Best yet, these cases are meant to last a lifetime, and are refillable at Chanel.

Sephora Savings Event: The savings end Monday, so if you haven't taken advantage of the sale, now is the time. Save 30% on the Sephora Collection. Save 10% to 20% sitewide, depending on your loyalty level. Use Code: TIMETOSAVE

Anthropologie is having a sale this weekend with an extra 40% off sale prices. Extra discount will show in your cart. 

Puppy Glam: A must have for the chic canine! Lightly padded and perfect for cold weather. It's on sale for under $30 at H & M

For more doggie fashion, revisit Fall Fashion: Doggie Style.

Don't miss the sale of the year at Serena and Lily! It's a big one. I love the French Tassel Shower Curtains, especially at 30% off. And I have always loved this Scalloped Rattan Tray. Oh there is free shipping, too!

I found my holiday top. You might love it, too. It's the Black Off The Shoulder Feather Miranda top at Tuckernuck.

A glamorous holiday: CB2 is bringing back the tinsel treatment for your tree. And I love it. There is no skimping with this under $5 product. You get 1,000 strands. How fun!  

Speaking of Christmas Trees.....Save 25% for a limited time on artificial trees, garlands, lights and more at Terrain

I just discovered the Barefoot Dreams Outlet Center. I am wearing my well loved robe as I type. It sure would be fun to replace it on sale!

Seasonal Sides For Thanksgiving and Beyond

I can't believe that we are talking Thanksgiving already. But here we are. You can keep the turkey and pumpkin pie. Just give me all of the sides. Hopefully this post of non traditional recipes, inspires you to try something different this year. Next week we talk turkey!

Vegan Mushroom Wellington

I begin with my favorite recipe of the roundup. It's made with puff pastry. Inside you will find rosemary, pecans, and a woodsy misture of mushrooms. Yum!

Feasting at Home

Potato Mushroom Pie

This is a clever recipe that can replace your mashed potatoes. Best yet, it can be made ahead of time. Love that! It's made with my favorite Yukon Gold potatoes, wild mushrooms, and Gruyere and Parmesan cheeses. I am contemplating this recipe.

Martha Stewart

Tuscan Bread Stuffing with Goat Cheese, Dried Cherries and Prosciutto
Not the prettiest of pictures, but the title makes my mouth water. How unique, right? The authors tip is to buy the best bread you can find. I totally agree. Your stuffing is only as good as the bread.

That Susan Williams

Roasted Balsamic Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

These are just about how we make ours, but we add maple syrup. The balsamic dressing is olive oil, Balsamic vinegar, and fig preserves mixed with fresh garlic, thyme, and chili flakes. It's all about the tangy, nutty, cheesy, sweet, and spicy flavors here!

Half Baked Harvest

Herb-Scented Mashed Potatoes

I really love mashing potatoes! I urge you to get creative when cooking them. Plain potatoes are just sad to me. In this case, besides the fresh rosemary and sage, more butter has been brushed on top the potatoes, and then broiled. Aren't these atractive?

Food & Wine

Herby Mushroom Croissant Stuffing

Not sure how I feel about this recipe, but it sure is unique. It takes the classic ho hum stuffing from bland and boring to flavorful and completely fab!

Half Baked Harvest

Vanilla Bourbon Cider Cranberry Sauce

Please don't use the canned jelly roll kind when this sauce is so easy to make. I have put liquor in mine before but never vanilla. Sounds interesting.

How Sweet Eats

Fall Kale Salad

How can a salad with apples, figs, toasted pecans, pancetta, and goat cheese not be delicious?

How Sweet Eats

Corn Casserole

There's a new side dish in town, and it's not messing around! The recipe author's description says it best. "It is deliciously savory, unstoppably scoopable, offers a hint of sweet, a confetti of bacon, and pulls of sharp cheddar cheese. Yum!

Pinch Of Yum

Honey Glazed Roasted Rainbow Carrots

Add a little color to your Thanksgiving table. This recipe has it all, with the gremolata topping. It's crunchy, colorful, sweet, and savory. Not to mention it's one beautiful dish!

The Flour Handprint

Ina Garten’s Baked Spinach and Zucchini

The next best thing to bringing Ina to your Thanksgiving table. It's quite elegant. Loving the individual servers, but the recipe can be made in one dish, also. Amazon has a good selection of the mini pans. Get the recipe at ....

Pure Wow

Rosemary Garlic Buns with Sea Salt

The author states that the most complex part of this recipe, is getting the twist of the dough down. They sure are pretty, aren't they?

Adventures In Cooking

Loaded Sweet Potato Casserole

Here at Shop This, we are just big kids at heart. We love old fashioned sweet potatoes like my mom made. But these have a twist. Under that ooey gooey marshmallows is a buttery pecan crumble. Yum!

Broma Bakery

This year, I'll be topping my casserole with Wondermade's Bourbon Marshmallows

Sage Biscuits

Can you have too much sage at Thanksgiving? I think not. In this case the sage has been fried. Can you just imagine the aroma?

A Wicked Whisk

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