Your Guide to Perfect Thanksgiving Day Dishes

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Thanksgiving will be here soon! We have pulled together some Calef’s Thanksgiving Day recipes that have delighted families for generations. We love a table full of traditional recipes passed down from generation to generation mixed with new dishes that have a unique twist. So this holiday, introduce a few new Thanksgiving recipes or save these dishes for future meals this fall. At Calef’s we have plenty of inspiration and delicious products packed with fall flavors.


Apple Cheddar Crisp with Cranberry Marmalade Topping

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It’s tempting to fill the desert table with an assortment of sweet pies, but something sweet and tart might turn the heads of a few guests. This sweet and tart treat is delicious any time of the year. So if you don’t make it for Thanksgiving, save the recipe and serve this after a slow Sunday dinner.

Calef’s Shopping List:

From Calef’s store or online shop, you will need 1 (13-ounce) jar of Calef’s Cranberry Marmalade and 1 cup Sharp Cheddar cheese. We suggest picking up extra cheese for snacking while baking or to serve on Thanksgiving Day.


Jalapeno Cornbread Crackers

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These unique crackers are the perfect appetizer that rolls right into the Thanksgiving meal. And, best of all, these can be made ahead and stored in a tightly covered container for up to one week. We love how these crackers are a new take on traditional cornbread. Be sure to save some to enjoy with turkey soup!

Calef’s Shopping List:

All you need for this one is 5 ounces of Calef’s Buffalo Wing Cheddar. Stop by the cheese fridge or order online.

Calef's cheese counter with an assortment of gourmet cheese

Recipes to sweeten with New Hampshire Maple

Bottles of Calef's New Hampshire Maple in

If you aren’t looking to stray too far from your traditional meal we suggest some minor substitutes. Calef’s NH Maple is a delicious sweetener.

Here are some great recipes that feature New Hampshire’s famous maple.

Individual Pumpkin Pie: Individual pies might sound like more work but they are easy to transport and make for simple serving. This recipe can also make one 9-inch pie. And, the real show stopper on this one is the crumbled Ginger Snap garnish. Find the recipe here.

Maple and Squash and Sweet Potatoes: This age old combo is quintessential fall in New England. Cut and bake sweet potatoes with a little brown sugar, NH Maple, and butter for a candied sweet potato side. Mix a little NH Maple into whipped butternut squash for a velvety sweet dish. There are more options than squash, so get creative!

A Dash of Maple: Maple can be used to sweeten anything, including drinks! Try a Maple-Bourbon Smash, a seasonal version of an Old-Fashioned or sweeten a mulled wine with a bit of NH Maple. For the kids mix together some Maple Milk. Combine a dash of NH Maple with cold milk and drop of vanilla extract. NH Maple can also add a unique, gourmet flavor to coffee. Finish off a delicious meal with the fall flavors and sweetness of maple.

From our table to yours, we wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!

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Must-Try Condiments for Turkey Day!

Thanksgiving is next week! Come by the store and grab some unique additions to make the most memorable and delicious food. All our condiments are as diverse as they are tasty! Get creative with Calef’s Marmalades, Chutney, and Mustards. These jars pack big flavors that can be used for spreads, as sandwich boosters, paired with meats or as a glaze. These also make a nice gift to bring to the host or to send to a family or friend whose company you might miss this Thanksgiving.

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