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Thanksgiving at Buckhorn Inn
When someone mentions “Thanksgiving” we may think offeasting, football games, and four-day weekends. The first Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1621 by the surviving Mayflower Pilgrims and Native Americans. George Washington proclaimed Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1789, Abraham Lincoln set it on the last Thursday in November in 1863, and Congress sanctioned it as a legal holiday in 1941.
What began as a simple expression of gratitude for survival has become deeply rooted in American tradition. Generations of families have added their customs to this annual celebration. At Buckhorn Inn it is a time to reflect on the family, friends, and good fortune that permeate our lives. Our traditions include a devilishly hard Thanksgiving quiz and a bountiful buffet! Here are some of the delicious dishes guests will find on the menu this year:
COLD PLATTERS
- Smoked Salmon
- Chilled Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce
- Housemade Cranberry Sauce with Orange Essence
- Devilled Eggs
- Cheese and Fruit
- Assorted Pickled Vegetables
- Black Eye Pea Salad
HOT DISHES
- Roast Turkey with Giblet Gravy
- Baked Southern Ham with Pineapple Raisin Sauce
- Cornbread Dressing
- Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes
- Green Beans Almandine
- Butternut Squash Casserole
- Maple Glazed Yams
- Roasted Brussel Sprouts
DESSERTS
- Traditional Pumpkin Pie
- Fudge Truffle Pecan Tart
- Sweet Potato Cheesecake
- Maple Pecan Pie with Bourbon Whipped Cream
- Raspberry, Pear, Almond Tart
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