Josh: Back To The Basics
Assignment: Food (Thanksgiving)
Location: San Jose, CA
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We’re a pretty simple family, and when it comes to Thanksgiving we like to K.I.S.S. We don’t bust out with the lavish garnishes, fancy tablecloth or the nice plates (we ate on disposable plates and used plastic utensils), but one thing we do go all out on is the quality of the food.
For a couple years now it’s been this unspoken rule that my mom should do as little as possible on Thanksgiving, so I’m usually the one in charge of dinner. I made the maple roasted sweet potatoes with cranberries (damn good, considering I’ve never cooked sweet potatoes before) and of course, Susanna the Roasted Turkey (we name our turkey every year). My brother was in charge of the mashed potatoes and homemade cheesecake, while my mom took it easy and made her fresh cranberry sauce and bought pumpkin pie from Costco. Finally, our good friend Trader Joe rounded out the meal with balsamic fire-roasted vegetables and cornbread stuffing.
Like I said, we tend to be pretty simple with most things, but when it comes to food, the Chuas don’t skimp. Once you’re at the table with family, a couple friends, and a nice cold pumpkin ale, all that matters is what’s in front of you, so you might as well make it fucking good!
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