I love to cook the Thanksgiving meal for family and friends. In my house, it’s all about adding a fresh twist to traditional favorites. Here, a round-up of some dishes I love. !Buen provecho!
11 Recipes for a Latin-Inspired Thanksgiving
Achiote-Brined Turkey
Spice up traditional Thanksgiving turkey in just a few easy steps.
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Orange Chipotle Ham
Ham gets a mouthwatering makeover with a sweet and spicy glaze made of Chipotle chiles, orange juice, and tequila.
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Guajillo Spiced Scalloped Potatoes
Guajillo chile powder gives cheesy scalloped potatoes a delightful kick.
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Spicy Chorizo Pistachio Pear Stuffing
This sweet and piquant stuffing is the perfect wing man to any turkey.
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Cheese Stuffed Sweet Potato Patties
These Ecuadorian sweet potato patties, which are topped with peanut sauce and pickled onion, make a great appetizer.
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Chipotle Sweet Potatoes
Whipped sweet potatoes get a hint of smokiness from chipotle chiles and adobo sauce.
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Creamy Mushroom Chile Rice Casserole:
This cheesy rice casserole makes a delicious side dish, or a tasty vegetarian alternative to turkey.
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Ecuadorian Mashed Potatoes
This Ecuadorian version of mashed potatoes has onions, cheese, and hard boiled eggs.
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Cranberry Sauce with Japones Chile
This sweet and spicy cranberry sauce is delicious on its own or on top of roast turkey.
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Thanksgiving Apple Yam Crumble
This flavorful Apple Yam Crumble can double up as a Thanksgiving side or as dessert. Its sweet apples and rich yam flavor will have you debating. You choose!
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Salted Cajeta Chocolate Flan
Want something more decadent? Serve this salty-sweet Mexican sponge cake.
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