Why I prep For Thanksgiving in October!? (TDAY PREP PART 1)
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Join me as I begin my Prep for my most favorite holiday of the year! Thanksgiving!!
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BETH ITALIAN SAUSAGE POTATO BAKE RECIPE
Serves 8
Ingredients:
1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
4 links sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
1 tsp (5 ml) Italian Seasoning
3 1/2 pounds (1 1/2 Kilos) of russet potatoes
4 tbsp (60 g) unsalted butter
1 cup (240 ml) of half & half or milk
2 tsp (10 ml) salt
1 ½ cup (360 ml) of Mozzarella cheese
freshly cracked pepper and paprika to taste
1 tbsp (15 ml) Fresh Italian parsley, roughly chopped
METHOD:
Drizzle a large sauté pan with olive oil.
Remove sausage from casings, place in pan and add 1 tsp Italian Seasoning.
Cook sausage, breaking into chunks with a wooden spoon, until browned on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on plate lined with paper towels. Allow to cool.
Meanwhile, wash and peel potatoes. Cut potatoes in half and then quarters. Place in a pot of cold water to boil until fork tender. Drain from water and transfer into a bowl of a standing mixer (or a bowl and hand mixer works too) add butter and beat well until melted, then add milk and combine well, then season with salt.
Transfer mashed potatoes to a large mixing bowl, stir in sausage and ½ cup of cheese. Transfer to a casserole dish, and top with remaining 1 cup of cheese. Top with salt, pepper and paprika to taste.
Bake at 375F (190C) until potatoes are warmed through (about 20 minutes) Then keeping casserole dish on middle rack of oven, turn on the broiler for 1-2 mins until cheese is golden brown and bubbling. Remove and garnish with freshly chopped parsley
NOTE: If making these a day ahead, cover and refrigerate. Then heat covered in a 425F (200C) degree oven, covered for 20 mins until potatoes are warmed through, since they are cold they will need a hotter oven and the foil will help concentrate the heat, then remove foil and allow cheese to brown and bubble (about 10 mins more)
MOM'S CANDIED YAM CASSEROLE WITH MARSHMALLOWS
Serves 8
Ingredients:
4 cans candied yams
3 tbsp butter
1⁄2 cup heavy cream
1 tsp of nutmeg
1⁄2 tsp salt
2 1⁄2 cups of marshmallows
3⁄4 cup of raw pecans, chopped
Method:
Drain yams, leaving all but about 2 tbsp in each can. Place in a large sauce pan, on a low flame.
Add butter, and mix with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Add cream, nutmeg and salt.
Transfer to a casserole dish. Cover and refrigerate until the party.
The day of the party. Place in a 350 degree oven for 15 mins. Remove cover, top with marshmallows and pecans and continue baking for 5-10 minutes until marshmallows are golden brown and melted.
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I love seeing her talk about preparing for the holidays! As a child she and her sister were always eager to help! What a joy to watch her ideas!!
@angelmabery
Жыл бұрын
Hi dad!👋🏻
@irenemulcahy2495
Жыл бұрын
I think a lot has been passed down from you and her Mom. She is truly inspiring.🤗
@judyxo
Жыл бұрын
It’s dad! 👋 Loved watching you on TV. You and mom did a great job with this one. She’s special. Happy holidays!
@summertyme9046
Жыл бұрын
🦃
@hildamasi4665
Жыл бұрын
How cute your dad saw this. You always do a great job. Happy Thanksgiving🦃🦃🦃🦃
I enjoy how real the process is ...."I don't think I can put one more thing on this table.." ..next shot "I did add one more thing to this table"....this is probably 99% of all of planning a big dinner. Wonderful tips. The favorite for me is the folder of recipes. So one is not re-inventing the wheel and everyone's favorite appears plus a new thing to try. Thank you for the inspiration!
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Ha! So glad you enjoyed it! Ha! It's always such a process of adding and taking away lol! And then maybe adding some more! LOL!
Beth, love when you show us all the nitty gritty in prepping for hosting a big holiday dinner. You’re a great culinary adventurer and glad you bring us along. Also, enjoy the fact that you can plan an Al fresco Thanksgiving dinner while I’m looking out my windows with fresh 8” of snow. We live near Tahoe and Sierras received 2nd snowfall in a weeks time.
I love your thoughtful way to arrange the people at the table, it makes a world of difference to make everyone feel included and considered.
Love love love this!!!!🍂🦃🍁 Beth WHAT would I do without you!!? You are such an inspiration!!! Thank you for bringing us along!❤️
Mom had 11 children… now add all the new husbands, wives and grandchildren we’re talking over 30 people for thanksgiving. She kept it super simple… turkey, dressing, mash potatoes, gravy, mixed veggie, rolls and pie … that’s it!! Delicious, simple and Mom made. 💕
When you showed the white flat pumpkins... the idea of pinning down some flowers and foliage on top of them came to mind. I imagined them in the middle of the table with lanterns or glowing candles, whole fruit, and dried corn, and I don't know what else but, you got my imagination going! Lol! You're very inspiring to me. Love you Beth!
Anyone invited to your dinners or parties are very lucky. No better way to show care and love then what you do for your family and guests.
I love watching these prep videos, Beth!! The pumpkins are gorgeous! (Neosporin, ha🤣) Wishing we could host Thanksgiving outside- what a foreign concept to this Midwesterner!
I love the dried corn on the buffet table. You could use some jute to cover the rubber bands or jute ribbon from the craft store. You will still have the natural look for fall. Love your videos.
I put each of my recipes in plastic page covers and then into a three ring binder. Protects the recipes (I’m a messy cook!) and you can remove them from your binder as needed.
Wow! What a gorgeous garden and in October! There are no leaves on the trees here now, and I've got my wood stove going to keep my house warm. L.A. seems a world away, but how lovely to be able to have Thanksgiving outside in November!
You’re AMAZING!!! You’re the hostess with the mostest! Thank you for the PRO TIPS on planning an event. It does help to write things down and I love how you set the table and took a picture of it. I less thing to worry about the day of.
As a Brit living in Canada, I’m with your husband Beth when it comes to the sweet/savoury combo. Not my thing at all! The sweetest combo I knew growing up was lamb with mint sauce!
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Ha! Oh that's good too! :)
Beth, your videos are such a gem on this platform. I always learn such helpful tips (and you never fail to make me cry with some of the stories like the one about the gravy boat, so sweet ❤). Your content is so authentic and I love how you strive to only put out quality videos like this one. I’m obsessed with your channel and I always look forward to new videos. Thanks Beth!
I love it Beth, your Plan and have a backup plan in case of rain, look to the weather 2 days before app, also plan that you will set up 2 tables, in the living room? The area that looks out to the patio with the french doors, and with the patio cover then some things could be under that area if it isn't too rainy outside. what a nice view for your guests...the tables could be side by side, one on the left and on one the right and it should work with your space. keep all the food on your dining table and move extra furniture to the garage for the party. can't wait to see part 2, and the main event. How many times did you say corn in the is this video? lol😆, you're doing all things I do to party prep. you're not alone. 😍
I cannot believe T-Day is just around the corner! We also like to give our guests "doggie bags," so I love your idea of the takeout containers. I laughed when you asked your husband if he wanted his potato side dish with the beautiful French name, or the corn pudding! Did you really expect him to choose the corn pudding?! So funny! Hahahaha! Looking forward to your next prep video. You always make it seem less intimidating than it can be. 🥰
Was very interesting! I love it! Would be also nice to see about your family traditions and kids raising tips, presents to get and cooking with kids)))
I’m glad to know I’m not the only one who thinks about thanksgiving prep a month in advance🤣🤣
So glad to know I am not the only one who obsesses over every detail for weeks in advance. It is all part of the fun of hosting (for me). Love the story of the gravy boat, so perfect for this season of gratitude!
You always have such good ideas when you're planning for a party! I love having the boxes for people to take home. I've used so many Rubbermaid containers that people never return and that gets expensive. Lol. Thanks for all the great ideas and helpful tips. Have a great week.
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Yes exactly I used to do the same! And then finally realized the parchment boxes were so much easier! And cheaper too! :)
Homes Across America! Loved that show and love your Dad Joe!! Now I know where you get your design sense from. Love you too Beth! Thanks for sharing❤️
Dear beth i think you are a very smart lady thank you for all your videos i love them i m italian too
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Aww grazie! 👍💕 so glad you enjoy!
Roaster oven is the best gift ever. Your turkey that takes up all the time and all the space just cooks away on the countertop so your oven stays available for everything else. my family loves it.
You are so organized, I love all of your tips . You have such a beautiful yard , and it’s amazing that you have managed to keep your lawn green . Mine is dead with one day per week watering restrictions in Calabasas, so we will be inside this year .
Love your parties - you are so talented! I always enjoyed your Dad´s show . Talent runs in your family., Those were the good old days at HGTV.
Awesome tips. As for the buffet, would it make more sense to just have one each of the sausage potatoes and yam dishes out, and keep the second set on "warm" in the oven? Saves on room and serving utensils. Food for thought!
Beth I absolutely love these series!! Since this format is different from the usual recipe videos, we now get to see more of your surrounding (the pumpkin farm, your gardens) and this just gives a lovely feeling. Also, the tips you are sharing are all so gold! It's also nice to see you enjoy the prep and putting so much thought in it, it just elevates the whole Thanksgiving dinner. I watched it along with my mum (and translated to her while watching) and we both said we would so love to be your guest
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Ha! Aw I'm so glad you both enjoyed it! It was certainly fun to share! :)
This! Writing it down is so smart. I’ve definitely forgotten things. I either get really upset or I just look around to see if anyone notices. There’s always so much food! You are lucky to get to eat outside! Great video! I’m all for one table, too! I love that gravy boat story!
Beth I've been watching you for years but I gotta say, the quality of your content this year is outstanding . It feels so real and honest besides being incredible informative. Loved your gravy boat story. I hope one day I get to throw a party like this 😊
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Aww you will! Keep your eye on the prize and little by little it happens! I started out thinking the same thing, in fact the weekend I bought the gravy boat ha! So glad you have been enjoying the videos! After having the channel for 10 years it's been fun to evolve it and try some new things :) So glad you have enjoyed it! xxoo
Seeing your messy drawer gave me a giggle as you really are one of us 😂
I love how you prepared for your gathering party’s. You’re so real! I love it 🥰 I enjoy your videos 😍
I like how well organized you are. Everything is well thought out. Definitely will use the to go boxes with the stickers. Thank you for sharing.
This is so informative and useful. I wasn’t trained to entertain and I had to learn from trial and error. You are giving everything in this video. Being well prepared makes entertaining so much more enjoyable. Merci beaucoup ☺️
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Doesn't it?! Then all we have to concentrate on is having a good time ha!
Love it Beth! I'm as organized as you are. I truly dislike doing things last minute! I tie raffia ribbon in a bow to hide the elastic bands on the corn husks. Well done! Thank you ❤🍁🍷
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Right?! Last-Minute is just a recipe for disaster ha! Why add more stress! Ha! Yes love the idea of the raffia :)
@lindaromano3734
Жыл бұрын
You could also arrange the corn fanned out in the plate then place the pomegranates/pears/apples in the centre. Looking forward to next week's video!
Love your party prep videos! Love seeing your thought process 😊
Love and look forward to all your posts❤….today most especially the gravy boat story
I like that your thinking ahead of the game I like to do that too.
@majoroldladyakamom6948
Жыл бұрын
You're is a contraction of the two words you and are. ⚘ Your is possessive: Your cat... Your dog... Your car...
I had no idea Joe Ruggerio was your dad, I loved his shows! My favorite was the natural Christmas special. 💕 Love your style!
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
LOL! Oh wow that's really going back! The funny thing was I was IN that special! Terrified! It was my first on-camera experience and boy was it awkward! LOL! Yikes!
We know Thanksgiving in US is in November but here in Canada we celebrate it in October. Love your place Beth.
I love your prep videos so muchh! Hopefully we'll be able to see the day of the thanks giving party too
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Oh yes! I'll post that a day or 2 after Thanksgiving :) This weekend I'll share PART 2 of the prep! :) Stay tuned!
Thank you for the video! I am looking forward to part2
Love seeing how you feed and entertain all these people at home. Makes me think maybe I can do it too! Do your kids help much? And how do you get all the dishes done afterwards? Must be a pretty late night.
Boy I’m thinking how lucky to be coming to your Thanksgiving feast. I would love some of your recipes Beth. I can’t wait for the next video. Thanks so much for making the effort to share your excellent entertaining skills with us. 😍😍
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Aww my pleasure! So glad you are enjoying them! 💕🦃🦃🦃
The Harvest Salad is my absolute favorite and it’s been apart of my Thanksgivings every year since you put the recipe out. Also I’ve modified it to be used throughout the year as well for regular dinners, Although nothing beats the original.
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad! It's a real favorite with our family too! So easy and yummy! So glad it's been a hit for you too :)
Pure Genius!!!! So many great tips !! Thank you for your time, you’re helping so many of us. Cheers
Like how you include the family heirlooms made by your dad as the centerpiece. Was he an artist ? Thank you
I laughed when you said if you don't make the same menu every year, people are not happy! That sure was true for our family!! 🤣💓
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Right?! And then that's ALL they talk about ha! Why didn't you make X, Y, Z?! Oh la la!
Love the method and planning strategies - I too have a big group every year and love every minute of it!
You could also tie a ribbon or twine around the husks to cover the rubber band
Now that you mention your dad’s name and television show, I remember him! Good memories
My Italian mom used to make mashed potato casserole with sausage and mozzarella. This video took me back.
What a great and helpful video especially for people who haven't hosted a lot or are looking for a way to plan ahead and have a more relaxing, fun day. I've been hosting for 40 years and do all these exact same things ahead of time (in addition to polishing silver) and just thinking about (and writing down) every thing! I have to remember each year to buy candles, buy paper guest towels for the bathroom, count my wine glasses... the list goes on~ but if you start early its fun and not stressful! Thanks for the helpful video, Happy Thanksgiving!
Can’t wait, thanks Beth!!
Such a beautiful feast and table scape!!! Thank you for sharing!
Awesome info Beth! Thank you! I’m making just a big breakfast this year! We watch the Macy’s day parade and rest! 🍁🍁🍁
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Oh that sounds lovely too! 🙌💕
😂love it, Beth ❤. Can’t wait to see the final product - The Thanksgiving Dinner 2022 🎉🦃🎉
I'm truly impressed with the amount of details you're considering! Also it was lovely to hear the gravy pot thingy's story. I hope one day I'll have my own house like you guys... Anyways, i wish you and your loved ones happy thanksgiving, may God bless you, love you ❤️
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Aww you will you will! Just keep you eye on the prize, work hard, set a goal and a personal intention and it will happen! 😘💕👍
Suggestion: get more pumpkins for the dinner tables. Really small ones will help too for the kids. I can't wait to see the final result.
@majoroldladyakamom6948
Жыл бұрын
Ones. One's is a contraction of the two words one and is. ⚘
@shakiragregory9339
Жыл бұрын
@@majoroldladyakamom6948 thank you
@Lucinda_Jackson
Жыл бұрын
@@shakiragregory9339 💕
I wish you can post more thanksgiving recipes for us. I miss you Beth❤
@EntertainingWithBeth
9 ай бұрын
Oh there's lots of new ones! Posting 1x a week, you can get caught up here! Enjoy! kzread.info/dash/bejne/nIGN2c2mqdbYkso.html
Awesome! I’m going to use your folder idea! I’m Jewish, so besides Thanksgiving, Chanukah is coming up and this is a great way for me to sort favorites. I keep a section in my financial planner for what I spent and what supplies I need next time but I had not figured the recipes. I have a pretty gold file box and some pretty hanging file folders in my Amazon cart and that should cover the years worth of holidays. So I’ll have to check each holiday what Beth has in her folder!
Loved this video, so fun.
I really really love these kinds of elaborate vlogs ♥️♥️ they give us the same feelings of the french ones in the summer. Please Beth, keep them coming ♥️ i love all attention of details and meticulous planning you are gifted with ✨🌻
Hi Beth. Where did you purchase your green outdoor table that is your main table for Thanksgiving? I love it! Always love your videos!
Very helpful! Thanks for your ideas Beth. Also love watching you talking to us, so nice 🥰
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! I'm so glad you enjoyed! PART 2 Prep coming up this Sunday! Stay tuned :)
I also like to have seperate areas for drinks and desserts because it creates less of a bottle neck and I also find that it almost forces people to maybe talk to another person or peoples instead of just hanging out in one area with the same people.
I love your animation
Love your entertaining ideas!!
Love it all... just beautiful!!!
WOW this was so soothing to me, loved it.
Excellent video to show how to think things through, thank you.
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
My pleasure! So glad you enjoyed!
Beth, Thank you so much for this video- it was one of my favorites! I plan my Thanksgiving menu in composition books, we always have extra from the school year that never get used! Can't wait for part 2.
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Oh yes I love that idea! We always have a lot of those laying around too! With pockets, so then I could put the recipes in there ha! Love it!
You’re the best!! Thanks for this great video!!
Another awesome video!! Thank you!!
Great tips. I'd like to share a tip for helping to keep the bottom of the oven cleaner and stain free. From Amazon I purchased black oven liners by Linda's Essentials. I can pull the fiberglass liner out and wash or pitch and replace. It's great when in the middle of a baking project. Spills are messy and smelly.
I've done so many of these myself that all I could think was yes, yes, yes...beautiful ideas as always and HAPPY THANKSGIVING Beth! :)
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Same to you! Such a fun time of year isn't it! :)
I was also thinking about wrapping a husk around to the the strings to hide it!! Great minds think alike!
Beth, thank you so much for the AMAZING tips for Thanksgiving prep!! I am going to try your potato sausage casserole this year!!!!
Love your videos Beth! What about a special appearance of Dad? I used to love watching him!
@josephruggiero1280
Жыл бұрын
Going to make a guest appearance! Thanks!
Such fun to go along with you while you prep and plan. This weekend we’ll host 10 for an early thanksgiving (and we live in Australia so alfresco all the way!)
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Oh wow what fun! Yes I bet its beautiful down there about now :) Are you BBQ-ing? Or roasting a Turkey? Are they hard to get down under? :) HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
How about taking off the rubber bands and using raffia to tie the corn?
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Yes! Love that idea! :)
Love the gravy boat story
I would love to see a Thanksgiving leftover video. That would be amazing.
Love it,Beth!!! So relieved I will be out of town in Phoenix this year and will be guest at Thanksgiving! I love cooking it but so many things to juggle.I will use some of your great tips for next year!!!
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Oh yes that's the fun part about Thanksgiving, can always you the tips year after year! :) Safe Travels and Happy Thanksgiving!!
I love your video so much and how you think of every detail. I always learn so much!
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to hear it! It's always fun to share! :)
U r just so perfect 👌 💖 👍such a lovely arrangement ....and eagerly waiting for part 2 😊😊
The legal pad is so smart. I am working on planning my son’s baptism in December and I think I am going to use your method on that. I haven’t ever planned anything formal like the dinner afterwards.
Me and my friend did exactly the same. Placed our dishes and did a dry run already for this year Thanks giving we are all hosting at her house, good ideas Beth. Always love your videos and your ideas.
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Right?! It's so helpful to have those "dry runs!" So glad you enjoy the videos!
I would love to spend thanksgiving at the LeMenach!!!
I use clear nail polish on winter squashes that are damaged. Works great!
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Oh yes! Love that idea!!
Safe to say that I can never host any dinner party 😂 kudos Beth! Impressive as always - I think I have been watching you for 8 odd years (at least) and I have never NOT enjoyed your videos ❤
Tie ribbons around the corn husks
@destinydeems
Жыл бұрын
Or hemp...
Can’t wait for the salads
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Coming right up! :) And sooo yummy!
I love seeing this. You could cover rubber bands on the corn with a ribbon or raffia. 💕🌸
Love, love, all the tips❤thank you, we have a big family and I do the same ....food inside and set the back yard , THANK YOU again
These style of videos are my favorite. I love the behind the scenes. They are helpful and inspiring! Thank you for taking us along! ♥️♥️♥️
@girlmeetshomestead
Жыл бұрын
Also! I was part of the subscription box and have the Pyrex 9x13 basket and still LOVE IT! ♥️
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Aww isnt that thing the BEST!!I love mine too!
I usually tie my Indian corn with raffia...blends well with the husks. Love your thoughtful planning process!
Oh, Beth! You're so sweet and funny! I loved your Neosporin idea for the pumpkin!
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Ha! It looked like a little wound that would heal right up with a dab or two LOL!
I just love everything about this video!!! Thoroughly enjoyed it! I love your recipe videos but I also love the vlog style where you take us through the process of something! Your folder reminds me so much of my mum. I used to love sifting through her records of Bonfire Night (I’m from the UK). We’d have a massive party every year for about 80-100 people. My mum used to cook everything. We have so many stapled sheets of the menu, guest list, drinks list etc. it’s like going back in time!! Also for the corn - could you take off the rubber band and re-tie it with twine? That could look nice xxx
@EntertainingWithBeth
Жыл бұрын
Yes! Love the idea of twine or raffia :) Going to try that! Can you tell me what is BonFire night? I always hear about that and I'm curious what it celebrates? Or the significance of it? :) Love celebrations from other cultures!
@bm91xx
Жыл бұрын
@@EntertainingWithBeth oh of course! It’s so much fun! It’s basically a night where we let off fireworks, have some roasted chestnuts, hot chocolate etc. Most local parks or cricket clubs will hold displays for the community and you can often get things like candy floss (I think in America it’s cotton candy) and glow sticks and light up toys for the kids! I don’t know about everyone else but my family likes to eat jacket potatoes and chilli con carne. Though when we did massive parties my mum would make our traditional food (I’m British but my ethnicity is Pakistani). As for the history - it might sound a little strange but in 1605 a man named Guy Fawkes (with a gang) plotted to blow up the Houses of Parliament and the King, with gunpowder. I believe he was caught at the last moment, so his plot failed, and the group were executed. So ever since we have been celebrating his failure and the survival of the king by letting off fireworks and lighting bonfires! You must come to the UK one year to experience it, though it seems a little bit similar to the 4th July? With the fireworks and friends and family getting together! Hope that makes sense!
You are such a great hostess! So impressive.