Vegetarian Thanksgiving 2012

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Oh, Thanksgiving: you're almost here! It's our favorite holiday, and we're so looking forward to the week. What could be better than the focus on gratitude, family, and some really great meals? We have grocery shopping today, a ton of prep from here on out, and a lot of cooking to schedule since it looks like the festivities are going to crank up on Monday night and gallop on until Thursday night rest-time. It is going to be a blast to see all the family that we have in town, and my only wish is that the New Orleans branch could be here, too. We will be there with y'all in spirit for sure. 

This wonderful turn of events last week really helped us shine a light on the idea that not every Thanksgiving dinner is focused on a turkey. So for a little inspiration and pre-gaming fun, here are some of our favorite vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes from the past along with a couple of new ones we've been testing out this fall. 

What are your plans for Thanksgiving? Leave a comment below or ask a question if you have one, and maybe we can all figure it out together. 

The Mains: 
Stuffed Acorn Squash

Vegetarian Dumplings

Squash and Sage Lasagna

Mock Duck Cassoulet
Portobello Mushroom Wellington
Grilled Vegetable Terrine
Vegetarian Pot Pie

The Sides: Cornbread Dressing with Oyster Mushrooms
Brussels Sprout Salad + Cornbread Croutons
November In-Season Salads with Champagne Vinaigrette
Sweet Potato Piccata (inspired by The Publican in Chicago)
Cranberry-Apple and Curried Ginger Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry-Pomegranate Sauce

The Pies: 
Bourbon Pecan Tart

Sweet Potato Pie with Rosemary Cookie Crust

No-Bake Chipotle Chili Chocolate Tart

(Don't Skip Thanksgiving Breakfast!)Smoked Sun-Dried Tomato Tortilla with Herbed Aioli
Pumpkin Spice and Chocolate Pancakes 
Toasted Coconut Muffins
Vegan Bran Muffins