It’s that time of year where we consciously make an effort to be thankful for all that we have. This is definitely something we can do on a daily basis too and I highly recommend it, as it brings you more peace. This year has been a trying one and many of us may find it difficult to find a few things to be grateful for. That’s why I wanted to share a few of mine with you, along with some of my favorite side dishes for Thanksgiving Dinner.
2020 Gratitude List
I am grateful for my health and the health of my friends and family.
I am grateful for the lessons of patience, impermanence, and worth that this year has brought me.
I am grateful to have clean water and lemons so I can stay hydrated throughout the day.
I am grateful for my furry little sidekicks, Gatsby and Daisy.
I am grateful to have all of you in my life to guide you on your health journey!
I hope you are able to find a few things you’re grateful for as well. Now on to those delicious side dishes!
Sweet Potato Casserole
INGREDIENTS
3 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
⅔ cup sugar
½ cup butter, softened
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla
⅓ cup milk (or almond milk)
TOPPING
⅓ cup butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
½ cup flour (or GF flour)
1 cup chopped pecans
Dairy-free Cauliflower Au Gratin
INGREDIENTS
1 large head of cauliflower, chopped into florets
1/2 large onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk (warmed)
3 T tapioca starch (any starch or flour will work)
½ cup nutritional yeast
1/2 cup crumbled Simply Chips or Bread Crumbs
Salt and pepper, to taste
Olive oil
Crockpot Stuffing
INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 small yellow onion diced
2 ribs celery finely sliced
16 ounces cremini baby bella mushrooms, sliced
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 1/2 cups uncooked brown and wild rice blend rinsed and drained
5 1/2 cups chicken bone broth or vegetable broth
2/3 cup reduced sugar dried cranberries
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 cup slivered almonds toasted
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