Turkey Roasting Guide

Turkey Roasting Chart

(Room temp. turkey 1 hour prior to roasting)

For unstuffed turkey:

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  2. Remove all giblets from neck and body cavities.
  3. Rinse turkey with cold water, inside and out.
  4. Pat dry with paper towels.
  5. Rub turkey with softened butter or margarine. If desired, season with salt and pepper.
  6. Place turkey in roasting pan, breast side up, and cover entire pan loosely with aluminum foil.

Use cooking chart below to determine oven time:

WEIGHT (POUNDS) OVEN TIME FOR UNSTUFFED TURKEY
10 TO 14 3 TO 3 ½ HOURS
14 TO 18 3 ½ TO 4 HOURS
18 TO 20 4 TO 4 ½ HOURS
20 TO 24 4 TO 5 HOURS
24 TO 30 4 ½ TO 5 ½ HOURS

These times are approximations. We suggest the use of a meat thermometer to ensure proper preparation. When done, meat thermometer should read 180 degrees Fahrenheit at inner thigh.

Remove aluminum foil for the last 45 minutes of cooking to brown and crisp the skin. Let turkey rest 20 minutes after removing from the oven.

If you stuff the turkey, follow steps 1 through 4 above, then:

  1. Important: when mixing stuffing, be sure all ingredients are cold (45 degrees or less).
  2. Stuff the body and neck cavities with stuffing (do not stuff too tightly; the crumbs should remain somewhat loose). Stuff turkey as close to roasting time as possible.
  3. Close the neck and body cavities with a trussing needle or needle and thread.
  4. Rub turkey with softened butter or margarine. If desired, season with salt and pepper.
  5. Place turkey in roasting pan, breast side up, and cover entire pan loosely with aluminum foil.

Use cooking chart below to determine oven time:

WEIGHT (POUNDS) OVEN TIME FOR STUFFED TURKEY
10 TO 14 3 ½ TO 4 HOURS
14 TO 18 4 TO 4 ½ HOURS
18 TO 20 4 ½ TO 5 HOURS
20 TO 24 5 TO 5 ½ HOURS
24 TO 30 5 ½ TO 6 ½ HOURS

These times are approximations. We suggest the use of a meat thermometer to ensure proper preparation. When done, meat thermometer should read 180 degrees Fahrenheit at inner thigh.

Remove aluminum foil for the last 45 minutes of cooking to brown and crisp the skin. Let turkey rest 20 minutes after removing from the oven. Remove all threads or strings before carving.

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Thanksgiving Made Simple

Our Thanksgiving Order Guide has everything from fresh turkeys and turkey breasts to sides and desserts, or you can order a cooked turkey or complete turkey dinner from our kitchen, and all you have to do is heat and serve!

Shop early to avoid lines if you have the refrigerator space because almost anything you order from Butcher Boy can be picked up as early as four days ahead, and even earlier for some items. You can pick up uncooked turkeys up to a week ahead of time due to the way they are packaged.

If you’re interested in cooked options from our kitchen, you can order whole, cooked turkeys or complete family-style dinners – see details here.

Make us your one-stop-shop for all your ingredients and groceries, including beverages. Browse our beer, wine, and spirits selection while you’re here and avoid the extra running around.

Wondering how long to cook your dinner, and at what temperature? Bookmark or print our Turkey Roasting Guide for at-your-fingertips information on the big day.

What are your favorite Thanksgiving foods? We’d love to hear from you – share your holiday meal photos with our community on Facebook or tag @ButcherBoyMarket on Instagram.

Not Quite Home For The Holidays

Laura Ciampa, Kitchd
Laura Ciampa, KITCHD

We asked Laura Ciampa, owner of KITCHD and longtime customer, to share some of her thoughts about enjoying the upcoming holidays in a challenging year—she was excited to do so! 

KITCHD helps cooking enthusiasts fall in love with their kitchens by curating a personalized selection of housewares and appliances tailored to an individual’s needs and interests. Using data, research and experience, the KITCHD team sources and suggests the best cookware and products to help customers create the optimal culinary environment for their lifestyle and aspirations. 

Not Quite Home for the Holidays 

Ordinarily, for me, Thanksgiving planning is a satisfying ritual that usually begins in September. My family’s traditional celebration consists of dear friends, immediate family, and other nomadic guests lacking a festive option. A small group of us orchestrates this annual gathering, from menu planning to meat carving. In all the years we’ve been doing this, we like to mix it up by introducing new dishes to complement the timeless family favorites: poblano chili cornbread stuffing rubbing elbows with mom’s homemade cinnamon applesauce. 

Each year, we begin perusing notes from the previous Thanksgiving, deciding which recipes to keep and which to retire. And then we brainstorm about what new dishes we should introduce to our ever-food-curious guests. Once settled, we move to the logistics: ordering the turkey, planning the appetizers, coordinating the side dishes, and determining the desserts. We then distribute the cooking and preparation tasks across many cooks in many kitchens, ensuring that everything shows up at the table at right time, in the right amount. 

But this year, as we all know, is different. Even if “home for the holidays” right now conjures up some anxiety, stress, and uncertainty, we have to make a concerted effort to keep it special. Many of us will not be able to travel. Some have sadly lost loved ones. And dining inside together in large groups is considered a dangerous option, especially for guests of advanced years. But celebrate we will. And for my geographically scattered group of loved ones, it will be a much different, pared-down version of our traditional feast. 

So right here and now, let’s commit to finding joy in the face of these challenges and unusual circumstances! In addition to giving thanks, why not seize this opportunity to reflect, reimagine, and hope? 

Celebrating one of the biggest holidays away from family and friends doesn’t have to be sad when you creatively infuse it with elements with intention and meaning. 

Here are a few things to consider for making your Thanksgiving a bit brighter: 

To feel closer with those who are far away or no longer with us: 

  • Use a family heirloom at the table, perhaps a serving piece, vase, candlestick holders, tablecloth, or something passed down, given to you, or borrowed—a lovely way to remember special people 
  • Make a treasured recipe that may or may not be specific to the holiday 
  • Play music that was special to them 
  • Select a favorite color theme 
  • Burn a scented candle that reminds you of a particular time together 

To melt the miles away: 

  • Connect with friends and family for a virtual toast or blessing at a designated time 
  • Create a holiday cocktail and share the recipe with family and friends 
  • Invite new guests, especially those living alone, to share in your virtual toast or blessing 
  • Send those not able to attend a bouquet of flowers or a small gift for entertaining to use at their table 
  • Write a short note or card telling them that you are missing them at your table 
  • Drop off a card, flowers, plant, or small plate of Thanksgiving goodies to those in assisted living or the hospital who are able to eat but not able to visit 
  • Mail a special note, photo, or poem for them to share at their table 

In your home:

  • Treat yourself to a new serving piece, vase, or linens that you love and will look forward to using
  • Plan the meal around a special bottle of wine or pick up a special bottle to compliment your meal 
  • Give yourself permission to reshape, innovate traditional staple dishes, or try new dishes to expand your culinary repertoire (you’ll be ready to use them next year!) 
  • Set up your table in a different location from where you normally eat 
  • Make it a family affair, involve children by enlisting their help with food planning, prepping, cooking, making table decorations, and setting the table 
  • Remember that most recipes can be halved or quartered, adjusting accordingly except for baking cakes (but really, an abundance of cake is probably not a problem) 

Most of all, be kind to yourself. We’ve all been doing a lot more cooking this year. Permit yourself to keep it simple and smaller. It won’t be any less delicious. 

How will you make your Thanksgiving special in this most unusual time? However it feels right to you. 

From our family to yours, have a healthy, safe, and delicious holiday!

Laura Ciampa

Kitchd

 

 

 

You can follow KITCHD at kitchd.com or on Facebook or Instagram @kitchdco  

Preparing Your Thanksgiving Meal

It’s time to start the countdown to Thanksgiving! If you are hosting the big meal for family and friends, there’s a lot to think about. Don’t stress about it, though. Let Butcher Boy help you every step of the way!

It starts with a fresh whole turkey. Depending on how many people you want to feed – or leftovers to have! – we can advise you on the size that’s just right for your crowd. Order it now and pick up your order starting the Monday before Thanksgiving. The same goes for side dishes and desserts. Use our order guide to see the options and quantities we have available.

Thanksgiving Meal

Roasting your turkey doesn’t have to be a difficult or intimidating task, either. Follow our step-by-step guide for a perfectly cooked turkey, whether you choose to stuff it or not.

Speaking of stuffing, many families have their go-to recipes and preferences for their favorite flavors. Some include sausage, some use cornbread, others call for fruit like dates and apples. If you’d like to try something new this year, bacon parmesan stuffing sure sounds delicious. Can’t decide which direction to go in? Try this basic stuffing recipe, then simply add whatever you’d like.

Do you have some other favorite Thanksgiving recipes you just can’t imagine the holiday dinner without? Consider those traditional flavors, with an update.  Skip the canned cream of mushroom soup and give the standard green bean casserole a slightly more homemade taste with fresh mushrooms and shallots. Adding a pinch of cayenne pepper will give your casserole a kick, no matter which recipe you use. You can even pump up the creaminess of mashed potatoes with cream cheese. It also adds a layer of unexpected flavor without complicating a basic recipe.

Remember to save room for dessert. Apple and pumpkin are the traditional favorites. You can find these and many more pies and scrumptious desserts right at Butcher Boy.

When dinner is finished cooking, don’t be overwhelmed by carving your bird. Follow these simple techniques to get the most meat out of your turkey.

If you’re more interested in spending less time in the kitchen, take a break from cooking and order your entire Thanksgiving meal from Butcher Boy. We do all the prep work and cooking, including the turkey, and have it ready for you to pick up the day before Thanksgiving. All you have to do is heat and serve! We’ll give you instructions for that, too. Call us today!

 

Cheers to a happy holiday season!

Holiday Pantry Necessities

Holiday Pantry NecessitiesSo much about celebrating the holiday season centers on food. Many of our cherished memories evoke images of enjoying favorite meals and desserts with loved ones. While Thanksgiving dinner revolves around the turkey and all the trimmings most of us are familiar with, Christmas has more of a diverse menu customized by family traditions, which may include a Christmas Eve dinner, Christmas Day brunch, and Christmas Day dinner. Leading up to Christmas, of course, are all of the work events, potlucks, social gatherings, cocktail parties, and school activities that involve food.

Placing an order with us for your holiday meal entrée and side dishes can save you time and effort later. Did you know you can also order our delicious desserts, cakes, pies, and pastries ahead of time?

We also know there are many items you want to make yourself. To ensure that you are prepared for whatever holiday event might come your way, even last minute, we’ve created a list of helpful basic ingredients all holiday pantries should be stocked with.

Eggs

Whether it’s for baking Christmas cookies or serving your famous breakfast casserole, you can never have too many eggs on hand during the holidays.

Fresh Cranberries

Cranberries are a very versatile seasonal flavor. Not only can you cook and mash them to create a delicious cranberry sauce, they can be the finishing touch on your cake or the main ingredient in any number of baked sweets. Leftovers can be strung with popcorn as decoration around the house or tossed into sparkling wine or cider for a festive touch.

Nuts

Good for desserts, soups or salads, and side dishes, a variety of nuts can add a welcome crunch. Pour some in a bowl for a snack for guests or yourself while cooking. If anyone has nut allergies, seeds are an easy substitute.

Wine

Whether you’re running out the door to a party and need to bring a host gift, or you’re reducing it for a sauce for the meal you are serving, both red and white wines are nice to have in stock.

Coffee, Tea, etc.

An inventory of k-cups, coffee grounds, tea bags, hot chocolate, and eggnog will allow you to offer your guests their choices of favorite cold weather and holiday beverages.

Broths

Cook rice, meat, and veggies with chicken, beef, or vegetable broth instead of water to give your dishes an extra burst of complimentary flavor.

Oil and Butter

Almost any given recipe calls for oil and butter. You’ll need it for greasing a pan to sear your meats or a cake pan for baking. Even if you don’t use it all, butter will stay good in the fridge or freezer for up to six months.

Spices

Whether it’s allspice, nutmeg, and cloves for homemade mulled wine or pumpkin bread, vanilla and cinnamon for cookies and breads, or garlic salt, rosemary and oregano for perfect roasted potatoes, making sure your spice cabinet is stocked with fresh spices is imperative to a tasty holiday gathering.

Sugar

Granulated, brown, and confectioner’s sugar should be stored in a cool area of the pantry. No matter what kind of dessert you’re preparing, you’ll be glad to have all necessary sugar varieties on hand.

Chocolate

Unsweetened cocoa, baking chocolate and chocolate chips are important ingredients for baking a holiday cake or brownies, making chocolate-covered fruit, or creating a festive ganache, you can never have too much chocolate in your pantry.

 

Use the checklist above to help prevent rushed trips for groceries during the frenzied holiday season. It’s better to make one organized trip to Butcher Boy for all the basics for a well-stocked pantry. You can also do a little holiday shopping by purchasing Butcher Boy gift cards as stocking stuffers, and don’t forget to place your holiday order and holiday dessert order!

 

 

Countdown to Thanksgiving: A Checklist

Thanksgiving DinnerWhether you are hosting a big crowd for your Thanksgiving meal or the holiday will be a more intimate dinner with a small group of family and friends, planning can be stressful. But it doesn’t have to be! Stick to our Thanksgiving checklist that will help you organize the shopping, prepping and cooking so that you’re not rushed or stuck in the kitchen.

Early November

1. Establish the guest list. Extend your Thanksgiving invitation to friends and family. The headcount will help determine your menu, from the size of the turkey to the number of side dishes, which you might select based on ease of preparation for the number of people you expect.

2. Order your turkey as well as any prepared sides or Order a full Thanksgiving meal prepared for you.

Two Weeks Before Thanksgiving

1. Confirm your guest list, and ask if there are food allergies or special dietary needs you should consider.

2. Set the menu. Traditional Thanksgiving fare can be delicious, but if you’re inspired to raise the bar on what to serve with the turkey, check out these suggestions for easy sides to take the holiday meal to the next level.

3. Create shopping list. Butcher Boy’s Thanksgiving Order Guide can lead the way, along with your recipes. Use it to make sure your pantry is stocked ahead of time.

4. Shop for non-perishables. A couple of weeks ahead of Thanksgiving is not too soon to buy the ingredients that won’t spoil.

5. Count your plates, platters, cookware, serving bowls and utensils to ensure you have everything you need. – rent, purchase, or borrow additional if necessary.

6. Count chairs and place settings – rent, purchase, or borrow additional if necessary. Don’t forget the kids table if you need one!

One Week Before Thanksgiving

1. Decorate the house. Make it easy by using what’s available in nature – or in our produce section! You can create centerpieces with gourds of various shapes, sizes and colors.

2. Set up the bar. Check out Butcher Boy’s selection of micro-brews and wine. Set out clean glasses, pitchers and ice buckets.

3. Clear out your fridge and freezer. You’ll need to make room for your shopping bounty as well as the leftovers that come later. Purchase a supply of to-go containers, wrap and bags so that you can send your guests home with food and store the rest.

4. Pick up your turkey and shop for the rest of the items on your shopping list.

Two Days Before Thanksgiving

1. There is a lot you can do to prep the meal ahead of time and save yourself a full day in the kitchen on Thanksgiving Day.

a. Prep the stuffing (but don’t bake it) This may involve cubing the bread and setting it out to stale a step one or if you don’t want to go through the trouble, you can order our traditional bread stuffing with Bell’s seasoning or our bread stuffing with dried apples and dried cranberries.

b. Prep the glaze for the turkey and make the gravy base (we found a great recipe for bourbon gravy for a twist on the traditional) To save time, you can also order our homemade turkey gravy.

c. Prep the cranberry sauce and any additional sides.

d. Just refrigerate and everything will be ready to go when it’s time to pull your whole meal together on Thursday.

2. Got pie? Make them now if you didn’t already put in an order to our bakery for an Apple crumb pie, pumpkin pie, cheesecake, or fruit tart.

3. Pick up any last-minute items you may need. Don’t forget the dinner rolls!

Thanksgiving Eve

1. Chop the vegetables and refrigerate. If you don’t think you’ll have the time, you could also order vegetable dishes from our guide to include: mashed potatoes with real dairy, butternut squash, and green beans almandine.

2. Chill wine and beer.

Thanksgiving Day

1. Happy Thanksgiving! Consult our turkey roasting guide for notes on preparation and cooking times for your bird. Set your cooking schedule for the rest of the meal accordingly. Don’t forget the turkey should rest out of the oven for at least 20 minutes before serving, so you’ll still have time to finish preparing side dishes if necessary.

Day After Thanksgiving

1. Heat up leftovers, make turkey sandwiches, continue to savor the flavors of Thanksgiving

Traveling or out of time? Let us help! Order freshly prepared dishes that can be heated and served as a delicious complement to any holiday table or you can order your entire Thanksgiving dinner complete with sides and dessert. All the details are available in our order guide.

We are taking Thanksgiving orders now so be sure to reserve your turkey and anything else you may need today!

 

Need-to-know Gravy and Stuffing Recipes For Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is about family, friends, and food. You've got family and friends covered, we've got the turkey. Choose your bird from our Meat Department, or order a fully cooked turkey from our Thanksgiving Order Guide to pick up before the big day.

While turkey certainly is the main focus of Thanksgiving dinner, with sides a close second, no turkey is complete without gravy or stuffing.

Dress up your bird with these delicious gravy and stuffing recipes:

1) Turkey Gravy Recipe

A great-smelling kitchen isn’t the only thing you produce when roasting a turkey. Turkey drippings contain the wonderful flavors and seasonings added to the bird, producing a rich and tantalizing gravy. Natisha’s Kitchen promises this recipe will make you forever shun powdered or canned turkey gravy. Once your bird has been transferred from roasting to resting, strain the pan into a measuring cup to catch the drippings. Let the drippings settle, then cook with other ingredients. Add salt and pepper to taste.

2) Caramelized Shallot Bacon Gravy

Carmalized Shallot Bacon Gravy
via Just Putzing Around The Kitchen

Combining different meats can create an experience that thrills the taste buds. Just Putzing Around The Kitchen brings this concept to their gravy, substituting bacon drippings for turkey. Start by cooking the drippings with shallots and stock, then add a shaken flour-water combination to thicken the gravy. This recipe is fantastic on mashed potatoes and stuffing, but will really wow on top of the turkey.

3) Sage Apple Cranberry Dressing

Sage Apple Cranberry
via The Complete Savorist

Give your traditional Thanksgiving meal a fruity twist with The Complete Savorist‘s Sage Apple Cranberry Dressing. Packed full of apples, cranberries, and sage, this dish will delight your guests with its herbaceous notes and savory taste. This recipe is delicious hot and cold. So if you’re sick of cooking, you can enjoy it the next day straight from the fridge.

4) Classic Traditional Thanksgiving Stuffing

Classic Thanksgiving Recipe
via Averie Cooks

Dine in stuffing heaven with this old-fashioned simple recipe from Averie Cooks. First, grab a loaf of French bread to cube and dry overnight. This will keep the bread from getting mushy when baked with the other ingredients. The finished dish will be lightly crusted on top, with a soft, buttery flavor revealed underneath. Technically this recipe is a dressing as it’s baked outside the bird, but you can cook it stuffed inside the turkey as well.

Consult our roasting guide and know-how tips on cooking the perfect turkey. We also make a variety of sides and desserts ready to order from our Thanksgiving Order Guide to complete your meal.

Happy Thanksgiving from Butcher Boy Market!

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Cooking the Perfect Turkey: 6 Tips to Try This Holiday

Thanksgiving is a big holiday with an even bigger focus on food. To help you get ready for the day with confidence, we put together a list of the important things to remember as you roll up your sleeves and start cooking for the big day.

extra-large-chicken

1) Plan Ahead

How to gauge how large a turkey you need? Plan on about 1 to 1½ pounds of turkey per person. Of course, if you love leftovers as much as we do, no one will complain if you choose a bird that’s a little bigger.

2) More Flavor, Less Effort

For those who would rather skip the stuffing, try loosely filling your bird with aromatics such as herbs, celery, garlic, and carrots. These can add great flavor to your dinner while simplifying your time in the kitchen.

3) Keep Things Juicy

A tasty way to keep your turkey moist is to rub butter under its skin before it goes in the oven. The melting butter will help ensure each bite is juicy and flavorful, guaranteeing full bellies and satisfied smiles from everyone at the table.

4) Patience is a Virtue

It’s a challenge, but try to resist opening the oven door to peek at your turkey while it cooks. Opening the oven lets heat escape and allows temperature fluctuations that can result in a poorly cooked turkey. Try to relax and let the oven do its thing.

5. Know When It’s Done

If you don’t have one already, it’s worth investing in an instant-read thermometer to check your turkey. You want it to reach a minimum internal temperature of 165°. An instant-read thermometer is the best way to get an accurate reading. Just make sure the thermometer isn’t touching the bone, which can give a false reading.

6. Just a Little Longer…

The table is set, the turkey is out of the oven, but don’t start carving just yet. Let your turkey sit and rest after coming out of the oven. This allows the juices to spread through the meat and unlock the best flavor in every bite. It’s hard to wait, but your guests will agree it was worth the wait.

For more details on how to perfectly cook a delicious turkey this Thanksgiving, have a look at our Turkey Roasting Guide. Now, are you ready to get cooking? Check out our Thanksgiving Order Guide to see what we’re offering this holiday, including meat options, sides, desserts, and store hours. And a Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving from all of us at Butcher Boy!

5 Easy Sides to Take Your Thanksgiving to the Next Level

When it comes to Thanksgiving, the turkey is the star, but side dishes are what complete the meal. Sides don’t have to be fancy or complicated. In fact, some of the most delicious originate from the simplest of recipes. We’ve listed some of our favorites below:

1) Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta

brussels-sprouts
via Just a Taste

Who said vegetables have to be boring? This delectable side comes from Kelly at Just a Taste and combines crispy pancetta, Brussels sprouts and a homemade balsamic vinegar reduction. The savoriness of the pancetta is balanced out by the sweetness of the reduction, creating a winning combination.

2) Cornbread and Sausage Stuffing

cornbread-stuffing
via Savory Simple

This recipe, courtesy of Savory Simple, calls for two ingredients that that make every dish better: sweet Italian sausage and cornbread. If you’re looking for a spicier kick, feel free to use hot Italian sausage instead. This stuffing can even be whipped up in advance and reheated just before serving. And if you’re lucky enough to have leftovers, it tastes just as good the next day.

3) Mashed Potatoes with Bacon and Caramelized Onions

mashed-potatoes
via Cookin’ Canuck

Mashed potatoes on their own can be pretty flavorless. But, not Cookin’ Canuck’s version. The caramelized onions are cooked in fat rendered from the bacon and added to the spuds at the end, along with earthy, fried sage. The result is velvety mashed potatoes that are anything but ordinary.

4) Slow Cooker Cranberry Sauce

cranberry-sauce
via Gimme Some Oven

Gimme Some Oven’s cranberry sauce is easy to make and mouth-watering, so you can stay away from the canned stuff. It’s prepared in a slow cooker so you can set it and forget it. With a few ingredients like fresh cranberries, orange juice and sugar, you’ll have a delicious accompaniment to your turkey that will taste like you spent hours over the stove.

5) Turkey Gravy

gravy
via Life Tastes Good

Gravy is a Thanksgiving necessity, but getting the taste and consistency just right can be tricky. Life Tastes Good’s recipe is simple and is made while the turkey is resting. It uses the turkey giblets and pan drippings, both of which provide loads of flavor.

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5 Delicious Dinner Ideas to Get You In the Autumn Spirit

Summer is over, and that means that the days will be getting shorter, the breezes will be getting cooler, and the holidays are almost upon us. While we’re sad to see summer go, we’re excited to slip into some warmer clothes and make dinners that are perfect for fall. Here are five savory recipes you can put together to help get you into the spirit of the season.

1) Pumpkin Seed Crusted Rack of Lamb

via Chef Franco Lania

One part of the pumpkin that’s frequently overlooked are its seeds, but not everyone has forgotten them. Chef Franco Lania has created a stunning recipe that uses the crunchy texture and hint of spice from pumpkin seeds as a delectable, memorable crust on a rack of lamb. Together, this flavor combination is one that is sure to become a favorite for fall and beyond.

2) Autumn Sausage Casserole

via Taste of Home

This full-flavored dish from Taste of Home combines apples, raisins, sausage and spices for a warm, rich, fall-inspired dinner that everyone is sure to love. From prep time to cook, it’s done in less than an hour, meaning you can quickly get back to carving pumpkins or raking leaves after dinner.

3) Cider-Braised Chicken, Brussels Sprouts, and Apples

via Midwest Living

It’s hard to imagine fall without apples. From ciders to pies, apples can be used in a variety of ways that help to create a meal perfect for fall. This recipe from Midwest Living takes that apple flavor and brings it center stage in a mouthwatering chicken and brussels sprout dish. Just don’t forget the mashed potatoes on the side.

4) Vegetarian Pumpkin Chili

via The Glowing Fridge

There’s no question the pumpkin reigns supreme this time of year, so this list wouldn’t be complete without a pumpkin recipe – but would you have guessed it would be for pumpkin chili? This recipe from Shannon at The Glowing Fridge mixes that pumpkin flavor we love with the feel-good warmth of a hearty chili that’s perfect on a cool fall day.

5) Turkey, Brie, and Apple Panini

via She Wears Many Hats

Of course, what fall recipe list would be complete without mentioning turkey? Try this easy panini recipe from She Wears Many Hats that makes apples, turkey, and brie collide in an explosion of flavor. It’s also a nice way to satisfy your turkey cravings without having to wait for the Thanksgiving leftovers.

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