Thanksgiving Main Dishes That Are Better Than Turkey (2024)

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Maybe you don’t like turkey, or it’s too expensive, or just not worth the work. We’ve got recipes to get excited about.

Thanksgiving Main Dishes That Are Better Than Turkey (1)

By The New York Times

Thanksgiving might seem like it’s defined by turkey, but a big, glossy Norman Rockwell-style bird isn’t required for a festive holiday. Maybe you don’t like turkey, or maybe soaring food prices are making it difficult for you to find one at an affordable price. Whatever the reason, here are 20 Thanksgiving recipes for a turkey-free table.

1. Roast Chicken With Maple Butter and Rosemary

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Say you’re having a small get-together, but you still want to serve a gorgeous, burnished bird. Let us introduce you to this sweet and salty roast chicken from Colu Henry. Basting the chicken with a rosemary-infused maple butter throughout cooking helps caramelize the outside and creates pan juices that are delicious served over — you guessed it —mashed potatoes. Brush up your poultry skills with our guide on how to roast chicken.

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Melissa Clark’s classic beef Wellington is something to truly be thankful for. A tender beef fillet is wrapped in mushrooms and shallots, then enrobed in a golden layer of puff pastry. The key to success is an instant-read thermometer. Bake until a thermometer inserted in the center reads 115 degrees for a lovely pink rare center, 25 to 35 minutes, and not a minute more.

Recipe: Beef Wellington

3. Ombré Gratin

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