Spice Up Your Thanksgiving with These 4 Delicious Recipes!

Spice Up Your Thanksgiving: 4 Flirty Recipes Using Its Delish Spices

Thanksgiving is the perfect excuse to get a little extra in the kitchen. It’s the one day of the year where we get to indulge, savor, and enjoy food that makes our hearts—and stomachs—flutter. And what's better than giving classic Thanksgiving recipes a spicy twist with It's Delish spices? From savory sides to mouthwatering desserts, these four delicious recipes will have your guests swooning and your table shining with flavor.

1. Cinnamon-Sugar Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are a Thanksgiving staple, but this year, let’s kick them up a notch with a dreamy cinnamon-sugar glaze. The perfect balance of sweet and spice, these roasted sweet potatoes will disappear faster than you can say “seconds, please!”

Ingredients:

• 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp Its Delish ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp Its Delish ground ginger
• Pinch of salt
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss sweet potato cubes in olive oil, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and a pinch of salt until evenly coated.
3. Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
5. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

2. Smoked Paprika and Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Creamy mashed potatoes get a smoky makeover with Its Delish smoked paprika and garlic powder. The smoky richness of paprika combined with the bold garlic flavor makes these mashed potatoes the star of the show.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tsp Its Delish smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Its Delish garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
2. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, milk, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Mash until smooth and creamy, adding more milk if needed.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm with a sprinkle of smoked paprika on top.

3. Rosemary and Thyme Turkey Gravy

No Thanksgiving meal is complete without a rich, flavorful gravy. This rosemary and thyme gravy, infused with Its Delish dried rosemary and thyme, will make your turkey even more irresistible.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups turkey stock (or chicken broth)
• 1 tsp Its Delish dried rosemary
• 1 tsp Its Delish dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
2. Gradually add turkey stock, whisking constantly, until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
4. Serve over turkey, mashed potatoes, or any of your favorite sides!

4. Cranberry Sauce with a Hint of Orange and Cloves

Give your classic cranberry sauce a little sparkle with the warm, comforting flavors of orange zest and Its Delish ground cloves. This zesty, spiced-up version of cranberry sauce will have your guests coming back for more.

Ingredients:

• 12 oz fresh cranberries
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1/2 tsp Its Delish ground cloves

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
2. Once the cranberries begin to pop, reduce the heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Stir in the orange zest and ground cloves, and cook for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
4. Let it cool before serving. This sauce can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge!

Spice Up Your Thanksgiving!

There’s no better way to turn your Thanksgiving into a flavorful, unforgettable feast than by adding a little spice with Its Delish spices. From cinnamon-sugar roasted sweet potatoes to rosemary-thyme turkey gravy, these dishes are sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for seconds (or thirds!). So go ahead—spice it up and make this Thanksgiving a little more magical!

Happy cooking and happy Thanksgiving!