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| daver | | posted 3-Nov-2001 12:49pm |
Other: lingonsylt, which is much like cranberry jam. |
| Biggles | | posted 3-Nov-2001 12:54pm |
I don't celebrate it but it would be fun to go to one  Of course, I couldn't go to a meal for Independence Day  (my little brother says, "Or you'd have to kill them all and reclaim our country!" - but he's odd.) |
| autumnlight | | posted 3-Nov-2001 12:56pm |
I dont celebrate thanksgiving, but dinner sounds really yummy!
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Maarten  |
"If you have already celebrated Thanksgiving in your country..."
As far as I know this is an American thing. It's not celebrated in any other country. Or is it? |
| juliw |
All of the above except ham, broccoli, brussels sprouts (yuck!), and sweet potatoes. I would like pumpkin pie (with Cool Whip) and apple pie, served warm with vanilla ice cream on top. I would like ice water to drink. |
| juliw | | (reply to Maarten) posted 3-Nov-2001 2:46pm |
I always thought Thanksgiving was just an American thing, but in qual, Zang told me this survey was not timely, because his country celebrated Thanksgiving three weeks ago! So, I was just trying to cover all the bases. |
| juliw |
That's cool. You're still invited. If you would rather it be some other time, that's okay, too. Just let me know when, and what you would like for me to serve. |
| juliw | | (reply to Biggles) posted 3-Nov-2001 2:51pm |
That's okay. You're still welcome to come. You can even bring your brother if you'd like. |
| mandy |
YUM! |
| darkshadowsseeker |
Turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, relish tray, raw veggies w/dip, dinner rolls, apple pie with plenty of cinnamon, soft drink (Coke, Pepsi and A & W rootbeer are all good). What would you like me to bring besides myself? |
| Cleo |
Serve me the WORKS!!!!!I want it all!!
I love Thanksgiving Dinner.I don't even care,what the reason for the meal was,for in the 1st place any more!It's all over rated anyways.
To me,all it signifies NOW,is a time & excuse to pig out once a year.
** hands clinched around a fork & knife,with a crazed look on her screnched up face**
chanting: "BRING ON THE FOOD,BRING ON THE FOOD,BRING ON THE FOOD,BRING ON THE FOOD" |
| Cleo | | (reply to Biggles) posted 3-Nov-2001 3:46pm |
lol lol lol Yes! Your little brother IS odd. But I like that! |
| Cleo | | (reply to juliw) posted 3-Nov-2001 3:51pm |
HI woman! Have you ever had sweet potato pie?? It's even better than pumpkin pie. Which reminds me I forgot all about the pie. I'll take a double serving of that with ice cream. Thanks Julie! We were long over due for a good "sink your teeth in a food survey." |
| Jemmy |
I had thanksgiving last month, but I'll still come! |
| Biggles | | (reply to juliw) posted 3-Nov-2001 5:57pm |
I wish I could  |
| Biggles | | (reply to Cleo) posted 3-Nov-2001 5:58pm |
My whole family is odd! lol |
| Maarten | | (reply to juliw) posted 3-Nov-2001 6:04pm |
Never knew that.
I thought it had something to with pilgrims. So it seems odd other countries celebrating this. |
| confetti |
I'd love to have a real gringo Thanksgiving dinner. I haven't in so long...cook anything you like and I'll eat it. |
| juliw | | (reply to Cleo) posted 3-Nov-2001 6:21pm |
I have only had sweet potato pie once, but I LOVED it! It is even better than pumpkin pie. I was ready for another food survey, too. |
| juliw | | (reply to Maarten) posted 3-Nov-2001 6:25pm |
I thought so, too. I had no idea other countries celebrated Thanksgiving. |
| juliw |
Oh, you don't have to bring a thing! Your son can come along if he wants to. The more, the merrier! |
| juliw | | (reply to Jemmy) posted 3-Nov-2001 6:33pm |
Don't forget to bring some good CD's!! |
| anoddoblivion |
I picked everything, because the more food the better. Musts are:
Turkey, Ham, Green Beans, Mashed tators with cream gravy, bread rolls with -lent of butter, fruit salad, apple, pecan and buttermilk pie. Drinks? Any drinks I drink anyways would work. |
| callen610 |
Yumm! Thank you for the invitation. I will have:
Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Dressing, Cranberry Sauce, Yams, Rolls, Pumpkin Pie, White Wine with dinner & Coffee with dessert. |
| jkiehart | | posted 3-Nov-2001 10:29pm |
Yes. |
| happyme | | posted 3-Nov-2001 11:16pm |
pumpkin and pecan pie, sparkling apple cider |
jettles  | | posted 3-Nov-2001 11:35pm |
turkey, relish tray, candied yams/sweet potatoes, corn, stuffing, peas, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cranberry sauce, bread, pumpkin pie, apple pie..................mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm good food. oh and wine. |
| Cleo | | (reply to Biggles) posted 4-Nov-2001 12:43am |
lol lol you should see mine. My husband thinks I'm the only normal one out of the bunch.lol yeah right. |
| Cleo | | (reply to juliw) posted 4-Nov-2001 12:47am |
My co-worker makes killer sweet potato pie. The other pie that I love is peach pie.Mmmmmmm..............I can hardly wait for the holiday feasting to begin! Bring on the food already. You did a good one! ((((hugs))) |
| ironart |
Thank you for the invitation. Of course, I'll eat whatever you serve. Might add something to your list, though...baked macaroni. As for pie, a derby pie would be wonderful. Beverages -- well, my opinion is, Guiness goes with everything. And coffee after dinner, of course. |
| ironart | | (reply to Maarten) posted 4-Nov-2001 8:47am |
Canada also celebrates Thanksgiving, on another day. Not sure, but I don't think the Canadian celebration has much to do with the Pilgrims that Abe Lincoln decided to celebrate with the American one. Won't get into the fight about the first English Thanksgiving celebration in what is now the US taking place a full year before the Pilgrims even got here... |
| ironart | | (reply to Cleo) posted 4-Nov-2001 8:49am |
Sweet potato pie...can't believe I forgot that. True ambrosia, that. |
| juliw | | (reply to Cleo) posted 4-Nov-2001 9:40am |
Thank you! I like just about all pies, except pecan, cherry, and blueberry. I just tried rhubarb pie for the first time a couple years ago. It was really good. My grandma made excellent pies, especially raisin. You don't see raisin pies very often. I had some sour cream raisin pie once in Amish country, and didn't like it. Of course, I don't like sour cream, anyway, so I don't know what I expected. |
| Jemmy | | (reply to juliw) posted 4-Nov-2001 10:50am |
Don't worry, I will! |
| juliw | | (reply to Jemmy) posted 4-Nov-2001 10:58am |
That will be great! Thanks. Oh, BTW, did you get the blonde highlights in your hair, like you planned? If so, how do they look? |
| Jemmy | | (reply to juliw) posted 4-Nov-2001 11:14am |
Yeah, I did it last week. I like it, it lightened my hair a lot, and many people have complimented me on it. It is sort of blonde and brown at the same time. |
Irene007  | | posted 4-Nov-2001 11:21am |
Thanks but no thanks, I'm all turkeyed out! |
| Irene007 | | (reply to juliw) posted 4-Nov-2001 11:24am |
Not fair! I couldn't read the whole survey question, I'm watching what I'm eating and your survey MADE ME HUNGRY!! It brought back memories of a couple of weeks ago when we had our turkey and yams and cranberry sauce, and mashed potatoes and gravy ..... and ... and...
gotta go!
*runs to the fridge* |
| davethebrave371 | | posted 4-Nov-2001 12:31pm |
Banana cream pie...mmm...banana milkshake...mmm...maybe with some vanilla and Whoop-Ass for flavouring. |
| juliw | | (reply to Jemmy) posted 4-Nov-2001 1:32pm |
Sounds really pretty. |
| juliw | | (reply to Irene007) posted 4-Nov-2001 1:34pm |
Sorry about making you so hungry! |
| juliw |
What's Whoop-Ass? BTW, I LOVE banana milkshakes! |
| Jemmy | | (reply to juliw) posted 4-Nov-2001 2:40pm |
Thanks! |
| Biggles | | (reply to Cleo) posted 4-Nov-2001 2:57pm |
Normality isn't good! The wackier the better, I think! |
| juliw | | (reply to Jemmy) posted 4-Nov-2001 5:15pm |
You're very welcome. |
| Cleo | | (reply to ironart) posted 5-Nov-2001 12:22am |
Do you know how to make sweet potato pie?? Most people DO NOT make this,because pumpkin pie seems to be the all American favorite traditional Thanksgiving pie. The first time I tried sweet potato pie,was when I was pregnant & my husband drove me from Downey to Watts(a predominately black community in Los Angeles)to a place called "Jim Dandys Chicken" where they serve soul food.This is where I had my first taste of"sweet potato pie". Haven't had one again till just last year (18 yrs later)when a girl baked one & brought it to work.Mmmmmmmmm.It's so much better thatn pumpkin pie anyday! Where are you from?? I don't think I've ever seen you around here before. I live in California. |
| Avocado | | posted 5-Nov-2001 12:31am |
Vegetarian stuffing, yams with veg marshmallows, string beans with almonds, cranberry sauce with pignoli and pineapple, pumpkin pie, apple cider |
| Cleo | | (reply to juliw) posted 5-Nov-2001 12:33am |
Yeah,I know what you mean.Cherry pie just doesn't do it for me either.However I've had some pretty cool Pecan pies & I like them okay.I've only had Rhubarb pie a couple of times & that was at the Knotts Berry Farm "Chicken House",& it was okay I guess.But,knowing me if hungry enough I'd probably eat just about any SWEET kind of pie.I just can't help myself.** mumbling to herself,I love sweets** Well the holidays are finally upon us again,what are your plans for Thanksgiving & XMAS this year? |
| HareKrishna | | posted 5-Nov-2001 12:38am |
"candied sweet potatoes (yams) with marshmallow topping"
Who eats this?
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| juliw | | (reply to Cleo) posted 5-Nov-2001 9:15am |
For Thanksgiving, we usually go to over my aunt and uncle's house. About twenty or thirty people come for a late lunch (around 1:00). After we eat, everyone just talks or watches the football games. Sometimes, a few of us will play games, like Trivial Pursuit or Taboo. Everyone brings something, so all the expense and cooking aren't left for my aunt to do. On Christmas Day, we go to the same aunt's day for an open house. Again, everyone brings something, but it is mostly cold cuts, desserts, and things like potato salad. One major difference this year is that many of us are not exchanging gifts this year. I have been on unpaid sick leave for a while, and some other members of my family have had things come up this year. So, some of us are kind of broke, so we agreed not to exchange. I will still buy for the little kids, and maybe make something little for all the adults-a batch of fudge, little toiletry kits, or whatever. What do you guys do? Do all your kids come for the holidays? |
| Biggles | | (reply to Avocado) posted 5-Nov-2001 12:38pm |
Vegetarian marshmallows??? Do you know where to obtain such wonders?? (Or have a recipe that actually works....) |
| juliw |
It's very common here in the U.S. to eat candied sweet potatoes. Also, kate suggested to me in qual that I should add that as one of the options, so I did. |
| HareKrishna | | (reply to juliw) posted 5-Nov-2001 4:44pm |
Oh. |
| Wookiewoman |
I'm one for the traditional turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, vegi tray, pumpkin pie and apple pie with lots of Cool Whip!! |
| Avocado | | (reply to Biggles) posted 5-Nov-2001 9:35pm |
You can use Marshmallow Fluff (in a jar near the PBJ in the supermarket). I forget if kosher marshmallows are veg. |
| Cleo | | (reply to juliw) posted 6-Nov-2001 12:37am |
My older children have to much going on in their lives right now. However I've been trying to save up some money to send for my oldest daughter & her middle child to come to California(hopefully)for XMAS.I can't afford to bring her husband & her little boy this time around,but perhaps next year,I may have enough to bring her entire little family here.The reason why I'm sending for her is so that she can see the job opportunities here in California & maybe someday want to move here. I'll let you know how it turns out.I'm hoping that my new job will afford me the luxury to have her come. David & I never exchange gifts.Haven't since we were into our 3 year relationship.We decided early on that we would never do that. However we've always given to the kids & other family members.I like it like that.So does he.Anyways XMAS is for the kids. Right?? |
icurok  | | posted 6-Nov-2001 12:08pm |
We don't celebrate Thanksgiving in the UK. I'm not even sure what it is, other than a pilgrim-Thank God our ancestors didn't starve because they were rubbish at growing food-kinda thing. The most similar thing we have is probably the Harvest festival, and that's something I haven't done anything about since primary school. |
| Biggles | | (reply to Avocado) posted 6-Nov-2001 12:28pm |
Marshmallow fluff? I haven't heard of that before. Is it like a spread? |
| juliw |
I sure hope it all works out that your daughter and grandchild can visit you for Christmas. I agree with you that Christmas is more for the kids. Usually I buy for both kids and adults, but this year, the adults I plan to buy for are my mom and my sister. I might get in the gift exchange at work, too. They usually put a limit on that of $10-15. |
| darkshadowsseeker | | (reply to juliw) posted 6-Nov-2001 1:13pm |
Well, you had better make plenty then, he eats like a horse! |
| juliw |
Okay, I will! |
| Gamera |
Cook up a juicy turkey, some mashed potatoes, some stuffing, and some green vegetables- I can bring a big salad and some pies. |
| darkshadowsseeker | | (reply to juliw) posted 6-Nov-2001 1:46pm |
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| Avocado | | (reply to Biggles) posted 6-Nov-2001 2:33pm |
Yes, exactly so. |
| Oscar |
Turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, green beans, biscuits, maybe squash. |
| HareKrishna | | (reply to juliw) posted 6-Nov-2001 8:13pm |
"I sure hope it all works out that your daughter and grandchild can visit you for Christmas."
I don't have a daughter or a grandchild. |
| juliw |
Whoops! That reply was meant for dabprovin. Sorry. |
| HareKrishna | | (reply to juliw) posted 7-Nov-2001 5:12pm |
That's ok! Hare Krishna! |
| lerojist | | posted 8-Nov-2001 12:00pm |
I must commend the person who asked this question. They have offered a good table. First I would hope the table was set beautifully, with a lovely centerpiece. I would prefer Turkey, homemade bread dressing, possibly oyster dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, marshmallowed yams, relish plate, warm vegetable, broccoli salad, pies: pumpkin, mincemeat, blackberry, apple, pecan, Beefsteak Mining Co.Mud. I also would serve zucchini cake roll, Mocha Chip Squares (a gelatin dish, delicious! made with real cream, chocolate, and coffee), Raspberry topped snowflake pudding. Home made biscuits with real butter. Hot mulled cider, egg nog, wine, coffee, and tea. Of course, have other snacks sitting around, such as clam, crab dips, pinwheels, nuts. |
| kaleb777 |
We don't have Thanksgiving in Australia, but I will still come, and I want ALL the food! |
| juliw | | (reply to lerojist) posted 9-Nov-2001 7:19pm |
Thank you for complimenting my survey. Your list of foods sounds better than mine. I don't know how to make the mocha gelatin thing, so you can bring that. I would probably like it, as I like mocha milkshakes. |
| Biggles | | (reply to kaleb777) posted 10-Nov-2001 4:52pm |
Greedy pig - did no-one ever teach you to share? |
| kaleb777 | | (reply to Biggles) posted 11-Nov-2001 11:38am |
I mean all the different types of food. Of course you can have some too. |
| Biggles | | (reply to kaleb777) posted 11-Nov-2001 11:47am |
lol - Because we couldn't have you getting all fat could we.....(heh heh heh heh heh) |
| juliw | | (reply to Biggles) posted 11-Nov-2001 12:44pm |
I'm changing the subject here. But, a couple weeks ago, I was talking to you and confetti about the book and movie "To Sir With Love". I just noticed in today's paper that it is on television tonight in my area (that is Akron, Ohio USA). You had asked me whether the movie takes place in the U.K. According to the paper, it does. It takes place in London. |
| Biggles | | (reply to juliw) posted 11-Nov-2001 1:39pm |
Oh, I see That's like the book then - that's set in the East End of London. I just wondered if it had been filmed in America to appeal more to American audiences. |
| juliw | | (reply to Biggles) posted 11-Nov-2001 3:59pm |
I don't know where it was filmed, but the little summary in the paper just says "An idealistic teacher takes on some tough London youths". |
| lerojist | | (reply to juliw) posted 12-Nov-2001 12:00am |
Juliw, below is the recipe for one of my family favorites, the Mocha Chip Squares. Again, I found your question very delightful, uplifting. You sound like you're a good hostess. I'm looking forward to the holidays, spending them with the family, and having a lovely dinner. I wish you a happy holiday season.
Mocha Chip Squares
1 - envelope unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup - sugar
2 tbsp. - instant coffee
dash salt
2 - egg yolks
1-1/4 cup - milk
1/2 tsp - vanilla
2 - egg whites
1/4 cup - sugar
1 cup - whipped cream
1 - 6 oz. pkg. (1 cup) semisweet chocolate pieces, chopped
1/2 cup - broken walnuts
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Use double boiler, mix gelatin, 1/4 c. sugar, coffee, and salt. Beat together, egg yolks, milk, - stir into gelatin mixture.
Cook, and stir over hot, NOT BOILING, water, til slightly thick, add vanilla, CHILL til partially set.
Beat egg whites til soft peak, gradually add 1/4 cup sugar, beating til stiff peaks, fold into gelatin.
Reserve 1/2 cup of whipped cream and 2 tbs. chocolate for top.
Fold in remaining cream, chocolate and nuts. Pour into mold.
Or gel in flat pan and cut into squares.
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| juliw | | (reply to lerojist) posted 12-Nov-2001 9:23am |
Thanks for the recipe. It sounds delicious! I wish a very happy holiday season to you and yours. Oh, and thank you for the good wishes. |
| Biggles | | (reply to juliw) posted 12-Nov-2001 2:43pm |
lol Tough by standards back then, not now! |
| juliw | | (reply to Biggles) posted 12-Nov-2001 3:05pm |
That is for sure! |
| Medieval987 | | posted 14-Nov-2001 8:06pm |
STUFFING STUFFING STUFFING! I looooove that stuff.... And can you get some marshmellow creme topping instead? And pumpkin and pecan pie...and cider, coke, and eggnog.... |
| Medieval987 | | (reply to Maarten) posted 14-Nov-2001 8:10pm |
Mmm-hmm....I think Canada has the same thing, except its on October....8th? |
| Medieval987 | | (reply to Biggles) posted 14-Nov-2001 8:12pm |
I tried making mashmellows with agar. They flopped.
So I suggest you use marshemllow fluff, and NOT halal or kosher marshmellows - lotsa times theyre from animals. |
| Biggles |
I've never seen marshmallow fluff here |
| dlp34 | | posted 16-Nov-2001 11:18am |
dutch apple pie |
| juliw | | (reply to Biggles) posted 18-Nov-2001 3:02pm |
They have the marshmallow fluff here all the time. If you send me an e-mail with your name and address, I'll mail you a jar.
Julie81654@aol.com |
| CarolL | | posted 29-Nov-2001 4:15pm |
pumpkin pie |
