Thanksgiving, Turkeys and Treats

By Sara Cardenas

Thanksgiving is a special time of the year where families gather together to share food, give thanks for all the wonderful things that have happened throughout the year and to spend quality time with family and friends. Also as students it’s great to get a quick break from classes/work and spend this time relaxing.

Turkey has become a staple in every thanksgiving, but how did this happen?

Thanksgiving wasn’t a national day until 1863 and became popular in the 1900s. The immigrants that came to the United States were taught about turkey and stuffing as a form to Americanize them. This became more popular as time went on and it still continues to be a main dish. Stuffing is one of my favorite parts of a turkey dish, here’s a recipe I’ve used and love!

Vegan & gluten free stuffing recipe

(recipe from The Foodie Eats)

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup olive oil could sub veg stock

• 1/2 cup yellow onion diced

• 1/2 cup carrots peeled, diced

• 1 green bell pepper diced

• 1/3 celery diced

• 1 head cauliflower chopped

• 8 oz. mushrooms diced

• 3 tsp. sea salt separated

• 1 tsp. black pepper

• 2 Tbsp. white wine vinegar

• 1 Tbsp. poultry seasoning

• 1/4 cup fresh parsley finely chopped

• 1 Tbsp. fresh rosemary finely chopped

• 1/2 cup vegetable broth

Instructions

1. In a large skillet - Add oil, onion, carrot, bell pepper, and celery. Season with one tsp. salt and one tsp. black pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes, then add vinegar and continue cooking for 2-3 more minutes.

2. Add cauliflower and mushrooms and mix well to combine. Season with 2 tsp. salt and poultry seasoning. Cook until tender, 5-7 minutes more, stirring frequently.

3. Add parsley, rosemary, and vegetable broth and mix well. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes (or until vegetables reach desired tenderness), stirring occasionally.

4. Serve and enjoy!