<p>While us Brits have only got Christmas on the agenda, Americans are gearing up for a whole different festive holiday: Thanksgiving.</p><p>This year, Thanksgiving falls on Thursday 28 November. Originating as a harvest festival, this special day is one of the biggest holidays of the year in America, and it's celebrated with a delicious and extravagant feast &ndash; all while family and friends get together to share what they are thankful for.</p><p>The core ingredients of the Thanksgiving meal are not dissimilar to those of Christmas &ndash; a roast turkey here, gravy and mashed potato there &ndash; with a few differences, like candied yams and green bean casserole.</p><p>If you want to get in on the Thanksgiving action, see our round-up below of all the American dishes that are tempting our taste buds this Thanksgiving…</p><h2>Roast turkey </h2><p>What would Thanksgiving be without an enormous <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/lemon-lime-turkey-with-smoked-bacon" target="_blank">turkey</a> centrepiece? This bacon-topped bird is stuffed with lemons and limes to give it a zesty taste, and creates the most delicious gravy.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="christmas-turkey-with-zest__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/christmas-turkey-with-zest__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>baked sweet potatoes </h2><p>Whether mashed, baked or thrown in a gratin dish and topped with marshmallows (it's a thing), <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/baked-sweet-potatoes-with-chilli-dressing" target="_blank">sweet potatoes</a> &ndash; or yams &ndash; are known to make an appearance at the Thanksgiving table. We've topped ours with a big dollop of soured cream. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="baked-sweet-potatoes-with-chilli-dressing__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/baked-sweet-potatoes-with-chilli-dressing__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Mashed potato</h2><p>If you've watched any Thanksgiving movie scene, you'll know that mashed potato is <em>always</em> on the menu. As a shortcut, our <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/prepared-potatoes/asda-extra-special-creamy-mash/13852585" target="_blank">Extra Special Creamy Mash</a> is indulgent and smooth and will save you lots of time &ndash; but if you're catering for a crowd, we recommend checking out our tips on <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/article/how-to-cook-the-perfect-mashed-potato" target="_blank">making the best mashed potato</a>. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="mashed-potato__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/mashed-potato__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>brussel sprouts</h2><p>There's no escaping our friend the sprout at this time of year &ndash; not that we would want to, as they're bloomin' delicious! Especially when pan-fried with pancetta and chestnuts, as in <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/best-brussels-sprouts" target="_blank">this recipe</a>.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="carrot-stuffing-sprouts__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/carrot-stuffing-sprouts__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>stuffing </h2><p>Where there's turkey, there's usually a side of stuffing. This <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/fresh-herb-onion-stuffing" target="_blank">fresh herb and onion stuffing</a> is packed with flavour &ndash; lemon zest gives it a bit of a kick, while a splash of milk and a dollop of butter keep it moist. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="carrot-stuffing-sprouts__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/carrot-stuffing-sprouts__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>butternut squash soup</h2><p>After a good Thanksgiving starter? It doesn't get much more seasonally appropriate than this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/curried-butternut-squash-soup" target="_blank">butternut squash soup</a>. Make sure you limit yourself to one bowl, mind &ndash; there will be a lot more food to come.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="butternut-squash-soup__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/butternut-squash-soup__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Cranberry sauce</h2><p>Just like mint sauce is to lamb and horseradish is to beef,  our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/homemade-cranberry-sauce" target="_blank">traditional and classic</a> cranberry sauce is perfect for turkey. We've added extra orange in this recipe for some citrussy zing. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="gravy--cranberry-sauce__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/gravy--cranberry-sauce_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Classic Pumpkin Pie</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/classic-pumpkin-pie" target="_blank">Pumpkin Pie</a> - America's favourite Thanksgiving dessert. It's sweet, lightly spiced and perfect for a winter feast. Serve with whipped cream and a sprinkling of freshly grated nutmeg for a traditional finish. Flags are optional. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="classic-pumpkin-pie__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/classic-pumpkin-pie__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Pecan pie</h2><p>Not sure about pumpkin pie? Make this all-American <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/pecan-pie" target="_blank">pecan pie</a> instead. Packed with butter, brown sugar, maple syrup and crunchy pecans, this will hit the spot served with a post-dinner tea or coffee. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="pecan-pie__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/pecan-pie__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><em>Make sure you stock up on everything you need at <a href="http://www.asda.com/" target="_blank">Asda</a> this Thanksgiving or <a href="https://storelocator.asda.com/#!/" target="_blank">pop into your local store</a>. </em></p>

9 recipes no Thanksgiving would be complete without

By Asda Good Living,25th November 2019

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