Dinners for Occasions

Last year we were at the Living history museum around Thanksgiving and I was able to pick up a listing of a menu from Dinners for Occasions.

Thanksgiving Dinners

Menu No. I

(New England)

Our rural ancestors, with little blest,

Patient of labor when, the end was rest,

Indulg’d the day that hous’d their annual grain,

With feasts and offerings and a thankful strain.

~Pope.

Oyster Stew,

Celery,

Oyster Crackers,

Roast Stuffed Turkey,

Brown Gravy,

Cranberry Moulds,

Oak Hill Sweet Potatoes,

Turnips and Carrots in White Sauce,

Boiled Onions,

Chicken Pie,

Mince Pie,

Squash Patties,

Fruit Pudding,

Brandy Sauce,

Assorted Nuts,

Raisins,

Café Noir

My Menu will be a tad bit less impressive! LOL!

Yart