Welcome back friends!
It is truly a blessing that you have chosen to join us as we celebrate our blessings. You do not have to celebrate traditional Thanksgiving to be thankful. Gather with us in fun, food, and fellowship because I am so thankful for all of you and the ways that you make my day and life better.
Thank you for being you!
Your Kitchen Witch, Heather Garrington-Hufflepuff
Thanksgiving for me has always been a day about family, good food, and remembering what we’re most thankful for. We gather around the table at my mom and dad’s house that’s loaded full of turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, cranberry sauce, etc. We eat, laugh, talk and when everyone has eaten, we go around the table so each person can tell us what they’re thankful for that year. This year, I am thankful for each and everyone of you in this Harry Potter family. You all bring me so much joy and have made the group so fun to be a part of. I am so excited to share this feast with all of you! Happy eating and Happy Thanksgiving to those of you who celebrate it.
Your Kitchen Witch, Sarah Rasmussen-Hufflepuff
Are you guys ready to create the ultimate feast? We will start with drinks and appetizers and work our way to desserts. We would like to thank the members that submitted recipes for all of us to try as well as the owners of the pages and blogs that some of our favorite recipes were found on. Shall we begin? Heads up … This is going to be a long one but I’ve broken it up with headers so scroll away friends!
*Kim Harris, our resident House Elf of Ravenclaw wanted us to make it known that she is ready and willing to answer any and all questions about the vegan and gluten free recipes she submitted for our use. *
Breakfast-
Sarah Rasmussen makes these Cinnamon Rolls and they are ridiculously delicious. I’ve tried Accio Cinnamon Roll but I think it may just be to far away.
Let’s Get Our Drink On-
Slow Cooker Cranberry Apple Cider
Who doesn’t love something that you just throw in the crockpot on a busy day?!
Mimosas aren’t just for brunch!
For those who like a little spice in their lives.
It’s PARTY time y’all!
Will you be getting sassy with this sangria?
Now that we have licked the frosting from our fingertips and may or may not be feeling a little groovy let’s dive into the appetizers!
Appetizers-
Caramel Apple Cream Cheese Spread
The creator of this is a certified genius.
This is what small crockpots were designed for.
You will want to GOBBLE this right up!
The perfect little bite. My family is looking forward to these. H.G.
My mother tries to eat the whole bowl before anyone else can get to it. H.G.
Time for a carb over load!
Breads-
No boring plain rolls on Holly Powell of Gryffindor’s table this Thanksgiving.
Cheese Garlic Pull Apart Bread
It’s not just delicious, it’s fun to eat too!
Another treat from Holly of Gryffndor
Gobble gobble and oink oink! Time for the main course!
Main Course-
This is Kitchen Witch Sarah of Hufflepuff’s go to ham recipe.
A traditional turkey for your feast.
Will you look at that dish?!?
Side Dishes-
A Hufflepuff must have created this little piece of wonderful.
For those that like their food a little less gooey.
Twice Baked Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes
Our very own SlytherAnn of Slytherin says that these are a must!
Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar and Pecans
Brussel Sprouts with Chestnuts
Simple mashed potatoes. The chicken broth gives them a great flavor so don’t skip it!
*The next few dishes are brought to you by our house elf Kim of Ravenclaw. She’s looking out for those with dietary restrictions. We love you Kim!*
Kim’s Saffron Risotto and Butternut Squash
Can be made vegetarian.
It may surprise you to know that this recipe is gluten free and vegan.
Kim showing us that gluten free doesn’t mean you have to go without!
Another gluten free and vegetarian option. To make vegan just omit the cheese.
*Thank you Kim*
Puffs like potatoes.
Our Hufflepuff Unicorn Ben Wolf came out of hiding to share his famous recipe with us. (We should bow)
*IT’S MY FAVORITE PART OF THE MEAL!!!*
Desserts-
Bonny’s Apple Bourbon Streusel Pie
Bonny from Ravenclaw-This kitchen witch is very excited to try this!
Kim’s GF Vegan Spiced Apple Cake with Salted Caramel
What?!?! Who else thinks this sounds amazing?
Thank you Erin of Hufflepuff for sharing Diane of Ravenclaw’s delightful dessert with us.
Sarah’s Never Fail Pie Crust and Apple Pie
Never? I bet I could prove you wrong.
Well friends, did you make it all the way through? Have you added any of these recipes to your menu? Time to go shopping! If you make one of these please send us a picture of the final result and give us your reviews, rants, and raves!
Happy Thanksgiving from our kitchen to yours!
Thank you Erin Wolf, Ben Wolf, Kim Harris, Sarah Rasmussen, Heather Garrington, Ann Feutz Ahles, Bonny Paul, and Holly Powell for your submissions.
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