Autumn is my favourite time of the year: the weather, the colours, the leaves, the crispness in the air, cozy sweaters, the food, and the holidays! Halloween rules, of course, but you can't go wrong with Thanksgiving, either. We had our dinner yesterday at my sister's house. I thought I'd share a few photos of the feast (I came early and helped with the prep)...
The massive charcuterie board that went the entire length of the table--it was impossible not to snack! There was a variety of crackers, cheeses, deli meats, pepper strips, baby carrots, grapes, fresh figs, and dried apricots. One end had a bowl of hot pepper jelly (excellent on a cracker with brie) and the other end had a bowl of hummus, homemade by my niece.
The platter in the background is full of homemade spanakopita, which is a Greek spinach-cheese pastry made with filo. Everyone agrees my sister has perfected the recipe.
This was my dinner (starting at the bottom and going clockwise): mashed potatoes; homemade cranberry sauce; green beans with almonds; roasted cauliflower; mixed greens salad with beets, apples, and goat cheese; and glazed carrots. There was also a butternut squash soup.
I meant to take more photos, like of the soup and the dessert table, but I was distracted and forgot (oops). The food was all excellent and I'm looking forward to leftovers. The company was also good, which is really what it's about. I hope all who are celebrating this weekend are having a fantastic time!
What I'm thankful for: getting to enjoy another beautiful autumn.
Are you celebrating Thanksgiving this weekend? What are you thankful for? Share in the comments...
Cheers,
Aspasia
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