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Here at The Wooden Skillet, food is an essential part of any holiday! We love planning holiday meals for all of our family and friends. Whether it is Thanksgiving, Easter, or the 4th of July, it’s a lot of fun to get creative and make everyone’s favorites!

Thanksgiving/Christmas

Grilled turkey on a platter.

BEST Grilled Turkey (how to grill a turkey)

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Top shot of a fully cooked thanksgiving turkey on a platter with herbs around it.

Best Ways To Cook A Turkey

20+ Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes

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Bowl of Apple Cranberry Sauce.

Apple Cranberry Sauce

PPaleo DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

Close up of sourdough stuffing in a baking dish with a golden spoon.

Best EVER Sourdough Stuffing

DFDairy-Free VVegetarian

A butter and sage roasted turkey for Thanksgiving.

Butter and Sage Roasted Turkey

W30Whole30 GFGluten-Free

Dairy-Free Pumpkin Pie in a pie plate with one slice taken out.

Delicious Dairy-Free Pumpkin Pie

A 9x13 casserole pan filled with dairy free green bean casserole with fried onions on top.

Dairy-Free Green Bean Casserole

Bowl of Broccoli Bacon Salad.

Broccoli Bacon Salad

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

A casserole pan filled with broccoli casserole with a spoon sticking out of it.

Broccoli Casserole

Bowl of cranberry orange sauce with spoon sticking out.

Cranberry Orange Sauce

PPaleo DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

Creamy whole30 mashed potatoes.

Creamy Whole30 Mashed Potatoes

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The best gluten free gravy recipe.

Gluten Free Gravy

Broths, Stocks and Sauces

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Smoked Ham

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Gluten Free Biscuits

GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

Platter of green beans almondine.

Green Beans Almondine

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Favorite Thanksgiving Desserts

The best gluten free cornbread muffins.

Gluten Free Cornbread Muffins

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free VVegetarian

An easy gluten free stuffing recipe.

Gluten Free Stuffing

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

Green bean casserole with bacon in a casserole pan.

Green Bean Casserole with Bacon

A grilled turkey breast on a plate.

Grilled Turkey Breast

Top shot of a whole, cooked turkey on a cutting board and someone is removing the leg as they begin to carve the turkey.

How to Carve a Turkey

A whole cooked turkey on a platter with someone behind it basting with a brush.

How to Cook a Turkey (Ultimate Guide)

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

A plate of sliced turkey breast.

How Much Turkey Breast Per Person

An easy herb citrus turkey recipe.

Herb-Citrus Roasted Thanksgiving Turkey

W30Whole30 DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

A cooked bone-in turkey breast on a cutting board with someone just about to carve it with a chef's knife.

How to Carve a Turkey Breast

The best giblet stuffing recipe.

How to Make Classic Giblet Stuffing

Someone pouring homemade turkey gravy over a sliced turkey breast.

How to Make Turkey Gravy

Broths, Stocks and Sauces

A top shot of a roasted turkey breast on a plate.

Juicy Roast Turkey Breast

Spatchcock Turkey on a platter with sage leaves and cranberries.

JUICY Spatchcock Turkey

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

Complete how to thaw a turkey tutorial.

How to Thaw a Turkey

Easy instant pot garlic mashed potatoes recipe.

Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes

W30Whole30 DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

Easy Instant Pot mashed potatoes.

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

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Cast iron skillet filled with roasted brussel sprouts and pancetta.

Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Pancetta

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Bowl of Sausage Stuffing.

Sausage Stuffing

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

A large slow cooker filled with mashed potatoes and a potato masher sticking out.

Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes

GFGluten-Free VVegetarian

A smoked spatchcock turkey on a platter.

Smoked Spatchcock Turkey

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

The best yam bake recipe.

Sweet Apple Cinnamon Yam Bake

GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

Plate of stuffed onions.

Stuffed Onions + Sage and Gruyére

Side view of a spatchcock chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Spatchcock Chicken (Butterflied Chicken Recipe)

W30Whole30 PPaleo DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

Four thanksgiving appetizer photos for pinterest.

Thanksgiving Appetizers

A close up shot of a spoon sticking out of a sweet potato casserole with marshmallows on top.

Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

Plate of a whole smoked turkey carved and sliced.

Ultimate Smoked Turkey Recipe (How to Smoke a Turkey)

Prime rib on a wooden cutting board.

Ultimate Standing Rib Roast (Prime Rib)

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A pitcher of Christmas Sangria with a smaller glass beside it.

Christmas Sangria

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

Baked Maple Cardamom Pears - a vegan and paleo friendly dessert for the holidays that has only 3 ingredients!

Baked Maple Cardamom Pears

PPaleo DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based

The best egg nog cheesecake bites recipe.

Egg Nog Cheesecake Bites

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

The best recipe for creamy horseradish mashed potatoes.

Horseradish Mashed Potatoes

W30Whole30 PPaleo DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based

The best butter poached lobster tails recipe.

Butter Poached Lobster

30 minutes or less

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Bacon wrapped scallops (oven and grill).

Bacon Wrapped Scallops (Oven + Grill)

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Four photos of thanksgiving side dishes with text in the middle.

45+ Thanksgiving Side Dishes

Plate of a slice of prime rib with cooked mushrooms and green beans.

15+ Prime Rib Side Dishes

Delicious Christmas Menu

Someone basting a deep fried turkey on a platter.

How to Deep Fry a Turkey

Ultimate Dairy Free Egg Nog - made with coconut milk and almond milk, this dairy free egg nog is the perfect holiday treat! #dairyfree #vegan

Dairy-Free Egg Nog

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free VVegetarian

The best sweet potato mash recipe.

Sweet Potato Mash

PPaleo DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

Glass of holiday punch with ice, fresh cranberries and a sprig of fresh thyme.

Easy Holiday Punch

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Peppermint Mocha Brownies

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

Cream Instant Pot mashed sweet potatoes.

Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes

PPaleo DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

Top shot of a piece of french toast bake with chunks of cream cheese and blackberries on top and syrup on the plate.

Ultimate French Toast Bake

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free VVegetarian

Smoked Prime Rib

W30Whole30 PPaleo

Do you celebrate Halloween?

If so, you should definitely try our Jack-O-Lantern Stuffed Peppers or our Mummy Hot Dogs! The whole family is going to love either one!

A plate of deviled eggs garnished with fresh dill, chives and paprika.

Classic Deviled Eggs

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

Creamy whole30 mashed potatoes.

Creamy Whole30 Mashed Potatoes

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Smoked Ham

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Easy leftover ham bone soup recipe.

Easy Leftover Ham Bone Soup

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

Healthy Easter Dinner Menu Ideas (Whole30 + Paleo) - all the inspiration you need to plan your Easter Dinner Menu! #easter #easterdinner #easterdinnerideas #easterdinnermenu #lambrecipes #easterham #whole30recipes #paleorecipes #dairyfreerecipes

Healthy Easter Dinner Menu Ideas

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Platter of green beans almondine.

Green Beans Almondine

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A honey glazed ham on a platter.

Honey Glazed Ham

Honey Bourbon Ham Glaze

Broths, Stocks and Sauces

PPaleo GFGluten-Free

The best baked ham recipe.

Simple Baked Ham (How To Bake A Ham)

W30Whole30 PPaleo DFDairy-Free

Top down shot of bowl of split pea soup with ham and a spoon sticking out.

Split Pea Soup With Ham

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

Roasted Rosemary Garlic Leg of Lamb - a beautifully seasoned leg of lamb is perfect for any special occasion or holiday! Whole30, Paleo and Gluten-Free! The BEST lamb recipe I have ever tasted!! #legoflamb #christmasdinner #christmasrecipes #legoflambrecipes #roastedlegoflamb #holidayrecipes

Ultimate Leg of Lamb Recipe

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The best gluten free carrot cake recipe.

The BEST Gluten Free Carrot Cake

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free VVegetarian

Three twice baked potatoes on a plate topped with cheese, bacon and green onions.

Twice Baked Potatoes

Cheesy Broccoli Twice Baked Potatoes - a delicious side dish for any meal that is Whole30, Paleo and Vegan!! #whole30 #vegan #broccolicheese #paleo #dairyfree

“Cheesy” Broccoli Twice Baked Potatoes

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A casserole pan filled with broccoli casserole with a spoon sticking out of it.

Broccoli Casserole

The best recipe for creamy horseradish mashed potatoes.

Horseradish Mashed Potatoes

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The best deviled egg potato salad recipe.

Deviled Egg Potato Salad

W30Whole30 DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

The best sweet potato mash recipe.

Sweet Potato Mash

PPaleo DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

A cast iron skillet filled with goat cheese potatoes au gratin.

Goat Cheese Potatoes Au Gratin

Shallow bowl filled with garlic green beans.

Garlic Green Beans

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The best whole30 deviled egg recipe.

Classic Whole30 Deviled Eggs

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The BEST Healthy Deviled Eggs – 5 Ways

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

A delicious carrot cake smoothie recipe.

Carrot Cake Smoothie

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

20+ 4th of July Recipes (Healthy + Delicious!)

W30Whole30 PPaleo

The best crab pasta salad recipe.

Crab Pasta Salad

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

A parchment lined baking sheet with ribs covered in bbq sauce that have been cooked in an Instant Pot or pressure cooker.

Instant Pot Ribs

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Easy Oven Baked Ribs (Ribs in Oven)

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Metal tray with three beer brats in buns with onions and sauerkraut.

Best Beer Brats

The best slow cooker pulled pork recipe.

Easy Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

W30Whole30 PPaleo

Top downs shot of cast iron skillet filled with smoked baked beans and bacon on top.

Smoked Baked Beans Recipe

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

A plate of smoked baby back ribs, coleslaw, cornbread and baked beans.

Smoked Baby Back Ribs

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Smoked Asparagus

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Fruit pizza on a while marble board.

Fruit Pizza

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

A classic creamy coleslaw recipe.

Creamy Coleslaw

PPaleo DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free VVegetarian

Healthy Veggie Dip

PPaleo DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

Avocado turkey burger on a bun on a plate with fried.

Avocado Turkey Burgers

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

Two jars of homemade saurkraut.

Homemade Sauerkraut

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The best purple cabbage coleslaw recipe.

Purple Cabbage Coleslaw

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Smoked Pork Shoulder

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Three smoked brats in buns on a plate with various toppings,

Smoked Brats

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

A smoked pork butt on a parchment lined plate with part of it shredded.

Smoked Pork Butt (Smoked Pulled Pork Recipe)

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A turkey burger with lettuce, cheese and tomato.

Juicy Turkey Burger

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

A plate of ribs with coleslaw, cornbread and baked beans.

Sides For Ribs (what to serve with ribs)

Bowl of lemon pasta with lemon zest on top.

Easy Lemon Pasta

A plate of bruschetta drizzled with balsamic glaze.

Easy Bruschetta Recipe

Three smoked hot dogs in buns with various toppings sitting in a wire basket.

Smoked Hot Dogs

A classic strawberry spinach salad.

Strawberry Spinach Salad

30 minutes or less

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Bacon wrapped scallops (oven and grill).

Bacon Wrapped Scallops (Oven + Grill)

W30Whole30 PPaleo DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

Bowl of Broccoli Bacon Salad.

Broccoli Bacon Salad

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

A beer burger on a bun with cheese, onions and jalapeno.

Beer Burgers (+ beer braised onions)

All Holidays Recipes

Side angle of a small casserole pan filled with baked goat cheese with pecans and fresh thyme on top with someone drizzling hot honey on top.

Baked Goat Cheese + Hot Honey

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free VVegetarian

Plate of sliced Instant Pot Turkey Breast, mashed potatoes and gravy.

Citrus Butter Instant Pot Turkey Breast

Top down shot of a cast iron skillet filled with gravy and cranberry wild rice thanksgiving meatballs.

Wild Rice + Cranberry Thanksgiving Meatballs

Top down shot of a close-up of candied yams in a casserole pan with chopped pecans and two spoons sticking out.

Brown Sugar Bourbon Candied Yams

GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

Homemade pumpkin pie dip in a pie plate with Nilla wafers sitting on top and a sprinkling of pumpkin pie spice.

Creamy Pumpkin Pie Dip

GFGluten-Free VVegetarian

A plate filled with a baked brie in puff pastry with melted brie cheese coming out, cranberries around it with some crackers and fresh thyme.

Easy Baked Brie in Puff Pastry

Top down shot of a big bowl filled with a brussel sprout salad with apples, pomegranate seeds, parmesan cheese, bacon, pepitas and shaved brussel sprouts.

Brussel Sprout Salad + Citrus Vinaigrette

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

Top down, close up shot of a the corner of a pan of corn casserole with two spoons sticking out and three slices of jalapeno.

Jalapeño Cheddar Corn Casserole

Close up shot of a coupe glass with a pumpkin pie martini in it with homemade whipped cream and a cinnamon stick in it with another one in the background.

Pumpkin Pie Martini

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free VVegetarian

Top down shot of a cooked parmesan brussel sprouts on a baking sheet.

Crispy Parmesan Brussel Sprouts

PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

Top down shot of a casserole dish filled with homemade sweet potato au gratin with two golden spoons sticking out.

Sweet Potato au Gratin

GFGluten-Free PBPlant-Based VVegetarian

Top down shot of a bowl of homemade apple salad on top of butter lettuce with a gold spoon and fork next to the bowl.

Apple Salad

PPaleo DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free VVegetarian

Close up top shot of a piece of stuffed turkey breast with four other pieces surrounding it with some gravy drizzled on top.

Stuffed Turkey Breast

An Herbed Butter Turkey on a platter with red pears and herbs around it with someone basting the turkey with butter.

Ultimate Herb Butter Turkey

A raw turkey sitting in a roasting pan with someone rubbing herbed butter all over it.

Herbed Butter for Turkey

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

A cheese ball rolled in dried parsley on a plate with crackers and a small butter knife scooping some out.

Easy Cheese Ball

GFGluten-Free VVegetarian

A plate with sliced deep fried turkey breast on it and fresh thyme next to it.

Deep Fried Turkey Breast

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

Top down shot of a pan of herbed butter baked turkey wings.

Herbed Butter Baked Turkey Wings

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

Top down shot of a slow cooker filled with stuffing and a wooden spoon sticking out.

Crock Pot Stuffing

DFDairy-Free VVegetarian

Top down shot of a big bowl of mashed potatoes topped with swedish meatballs, parsley, lingonberry jam and cracked pepper.

Swedish Meatballs (extra saucy)

DFDairy-Free GFGluten-Free

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