This colorful Tuscan-inspired feast is perfect for celebrating Thanksgiving.
Every year, Giada likes to put a bit of a spin on the classic Thanksgiving menu - and always with Italian influence. Thanksgiving is not celebrated in Italy - matter of fact, Italians have their own endearing title for it: "La Festa del Tacchino", aka, "the turkey party"! However, for everyone who celebrates the holiday, Italian dishes tend to lend themselves to the autumnal feast.
This year, Giada drew inspiration from Tuscany. With a turkey inspired by Porchetta(Tuscany's beloved rolled pork), an overflowing antipasti board, grape focaccia inspired by one of our favorite Tuscan chefs, a north Italian take on pecan pie and more - we have a feeling this menu's going to be one for the books.
Ultimate Antipasti Board
Step 1: purchase our Italian Happy Hour BoxStep 2: get some cheese.
Step 3: your ultimate antipasti board is complete! With our favorite crackers and condiments from Italy, this is everything you need to set up an unforgettable snacking board.
Calabrian Fig Jam Crostini
Formaggio box bonus: you'll also get the seedless Italian fig jam and Calabrian chili paste needed to throw together this crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Grape And Rosemary Focaccia
This recipe comes straight from Chef Giancarla, one of Giada's chef friends who resides in Tuscany! The perfect combination of savory and sweet, and a great make-ahead snack before the main event.
Porchetta-Style Stuffed Turkey Breast
Porchetta is one of Tuscany's greatest inventions: a slow roasted pork roast rolled up with herbs and spices. This turkey breast follows exactly that same procedure, stuffed with an incredible mix of fennel, orange zest, apples and shallots. Bonus: it takes way less time to cook than a whole turkey.
Ciabatta Stuffing With Chestnuts And Pancetta
Chestnuts are a beloved fall staple in Italy - in many cities, you'll find vendors roasting them in carts on the streets. They grow in the hillsides of Tuscany, and the chestnuts add a delicious texture and flavor to this classic stuffing.
Spinach And Pancetta Stuffed Shells
Frankly, it's not an Italian thanksgiving if there's no baked pasta on the table. Spinach and a creamy cheese sauce give these stuffed shells all the flavor of chicken Florentine!
Beet, Olive And Kale Salad
One fantastic way to add beautiful jewel-toned colors to your dinner table! This salad is loaded with flavorful ingredients, and a bright orange vinaigrette that helps cut through the richness of dinner.
Mashed Potatoes
Thanksgiving needs potatoes, and this is Giada's classic recipe. Season to taste with Dario Cecchini's Tuscan salt for the "perfume of Tuscany" in every bite!
Candied Carrots With Walnut Gremolata
No oven space? No problem - these carrots cook on the stovetop, quickly enough to whip up while the turkey rests. The gremolata gives it a great texture throughout, and glazed carrots are full of fall flavor.
Funghi Alla Fiorentina
This combination of ingredients might seem interesting to some, but in Italy, it's very common to have raisins or dried cranberries cooked with your savory greens. The result of this recipe is a highly flavorful side dish with tons of texture and interest.
Cranberry Sauce With Mostarda
Looking for a spin on good ol' cranberry sauce? Add a few tablespoons of mostarda - it gives it a great little kick.
Chocolate Hazelnut Pie
With hazelnuts and chocolate chips, think of this pie as the northern Italian spin on pecan pie!
Torta Di Mele (Apple Cake)
This apple cake is a traditional dish in Tuscany, and it has a delicious flavor and crumb.
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