This past holiday weekend has reminded me of all the many reasons I have to be thankful.
I spent an entire day in my parent’s kitchen cooking Thanksgiving dinner with my Dad, drinking holiday beer and listening to Christmas music. The result of which was learning the secret to my Dad’s brandied yams (a little bit of brandy for the yams, lots for the chef), enduring a few of his turkey related jokes, and laughing a whole heck of a lot. Food always tastes better when there is a bit of laughter, and evidently brandy involved.
We kept the Thanksgiving menu simple: Herb roasted turkey, pan gravy, my Dad’s infamous brandied yams, sautéed green beans, cranberry orange sauce, homemade dinner rolls, dressing, and pumpkin pie. It was perfect.
Sitting here today looking through our Thanksgiving weekend photos, I’m struck once again at how very thankful I am. I spent the last four days surrounded by the people I love most, enjoying their company and celebrating with food and tradition. What more could a holiday require. I hope your Thanksgiving was just as special!
Photos by Freutcake // Shot with the Panasonic #Lumix G5 Camera
Wil Harris says
This is such a beautiful display. Thanksgiving is our favorite holiday because of the time spent with family, friends, and a lot of laughter! Great photos!
freutcake says
I couldn't agree more! Thanksgiving is such a great time to spend with family. 🙂 Thank you for checking out my blog. See you on IG!
Ana Maria // Anamu says
so traditional and yummy! i'm crashing next year 😉
freutcake says
You are totally invited! 😉
christin says
I definitely need some of those homemade rolls!
freutcake says
Christin, these rolls are incredible! I made them for both of our Thanksgiving dinners. 😉
Emily Lynne / The Best of this Life says
Lovely Thanksgiving photos! Hope you enjoyed a nice holiday with your family 🙂
freutcake says
Thank you Emily! I had a great Thanksgiving.
pnorahs says
oh my gosh!! ginger beer! i had it almost everyday when i took a trip to australia a couple years ago....didn't know they had it here in california!
freutcake says
Yes! They sell this brand at BevMo.
Amanda @ Once Upon a Recipe says
Looks and sounds like a beautiful Thanksgiving! I love feeling so thankful after a great weekend with family!
freutcake says
Thank you Amanda! We had a great Thanksgiving with the family. 🙂