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Traditions |
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Thanksgiving Food
For many Americans, thanksgiving is an opportunity to spend time with friends or family and share a good meal. “Turkey Day,” as some call it, is viewed as an acceptable occasion to overeat in the company of loved ones. Read below to learn about some of the most common Thanksgiving foods:
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Turkey:
turkey is the biggest part of the Thanksgiving meal. Turkey often roasts in the
oven all day before it is ready to serve. |
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Green bean
casserole: green beans baked with canned soup and bread crumbs |
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Gravy: a
sauce made from pan drippings (fat) from the turkey |
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Candied
yams: yams baked with sweet seasoning |
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Stuffing:
cubes of bread baked in broth with vegetables |
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Cranberry
sauce: cranberry sauce is a sweet jelly served during dinner |
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Mashed
Potatoes: mashed potatoes are a side dish often served with gravy |
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Pumpkin
pie: pumpkin pie is a popular fall dessert. |