These unique and simple Thanksgiving recipes are sure to impress friends and family.
Jennifer Franklin,| for ALDI
Who says everything has to be traditional? As you start planning the perfect Thanksgiving feast — whether it’s with family or friends — there’s no better time to try new recipes to impress your guests. Fortunately, a memorable meal can stay within your budget with these delicious, affordable recipes that are sure to become Thanksgiving favorites for years to come.
At ALDI, you’ll find everything you need to create an unforgettable holiday dinner. These inventive recipes, created by savvy content creators, include a new twist on green bean casserole, a smart way to make butternut squash irresistible and decadent pumpkin shortcakes bursting with holiday cheer, among other tasty treats. Affordable, unexpected recipes are truly something to be thankful for!
Cream Cheese Swirl Pumpkin Bread
If choosing between classic pumpkin bread and indulgent cheesecake feels like a tough decision, this recipe lets you have the best of both. Ground cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger from ALDI pack this bread with fall spices and rich flavor. The addition of Baker’s Corner 100% Pure Canned Pumpkin and a swirl of Happy Farms Cream Cheese give it a super moist texture. You can prep the whole thing in just 15 minutes (plus 45 minutes in the oven). Easy and delicious? You and your guests will be thankful.
Green Bean Casserole Bundles
Many Thanksgiving tables feature the classic green bean casserole. For this modern take, the creator behind Plays Well With Butter has figured out how to give the dish plenty of the comforting flavor we know and love — with a touch of elegance. Best yet: each little bundle is perfectly sized for an individual serving. ALDI fresh mushrooms and garlic, Countryside Creamery Butter and Friendly Farms Half & Half make up the homemade (but easy!) mushroom sauce. Fresh green beans, Appleton Farms Prosciutto and Chef’s Cupboard French Fried Onions round out the dish. Even Thanksgiving purists will crave this new version of a traditional favorite.
Warm Butternut Squash Salad
Vegan and non-vegan Thanksgiving guests alike will love this hearty yet refreshing autumn salad. Fresh butternut squash from ALDI is roasted with Simply Nature Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, tossed with Specially Selected 100% Pure Maple Syrup and seasoned with spices like cumin and red pepper flakes. Roasted green cabbage, fresh kale, carrot ribbons and chickpeas are tossed with a simple, tangy vinaigrette, assembled with the roasted butternut squash and topped with a homemade sweet and spicy almond crunch. It’s sure to be a hit for all your Thanksgiving guests.
Shredded Brussels Sprout Salad with Cranberries, Pomegranate and Walnuts
If you’re looking for a tasty way to dial up the nutrition factor on your holiday meal, this salad is the perfect addition. Shop the ALDI produce department for fresh Brussels sprouts, pomegranate, orange and lemon to build the foundation of the salad. Southern Grove Chopped Walnuts and ground rosemary leaves combine for a crunchy, toasted topping, and Emporium Selection Shredded Parmesan adds a touch of creaminess.
Have a dairy-free Thanksgiving guest? Omit the cheese. Want to go nut-free? Swap sunflower seeds for the walnuts. While it’s likely to be one of the favorites on your holiday table, you could also serve it with some protein (think grilled chicken breast or a piece of fish) for a hearty, delicious weeknight dinner all year long.
Cranberry Goat Cheese Stuffed Acorn Squash
This dish is as tasty as it is beautiful. Tender, hearty acorn squash is stuffed with a host of wholesome ingredients, including ALDI Earthly Grains Long Grain and Wild Rice, Simply Nature Organic Chopped Kale, Southern Grove Dried Cranberries and Emporium Selection Goat Cheese, and baked to perfection. It’s pretty enough to use as a centerpiece, and making it, from start to finish, takes just an hour. While it would be perfect alongside any Thanksgiving staples, this dish can also stand alone on any weeknight dinner table.
Pumpkin Shortcakes with Cinnamon Apples and Maple Whipped Cream Cheese
The brains behind the popular Pinch of Yum blog calls this recipe a “maximalist approach to seasonal baking.” No matter if you’re team apple pie or team pumpkin pie, this dish is bound to be popular. Stock up at ALDI for crisp, fresh apples, Baker’s Corner Canned Pumpkin, Specially Selected Pure Maple Syrup, Happy Farms Cream Cheese, Simply Nature Organic Ground Cinnamon and a handful of other pantry staples and fresh ingredients. You’ve got everything you need to add some serious holiday cheer to your Thanksgiving menu.
Whether you’re planning a family Thanksgiving dinner or having some of your favorite folks over for a festive Friendsgiving celebration, ALDI is your go-to holiday grocery shopping destination for everything on your list. Stock up on affordable, quality ingredients for the holidays and all year long.
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