Reclaiming Thanksgiving with Real Food Joy

At New Leaf Table, we believe every meal — especially holiday ones — can be full of flavor, comfort, and clean ingredients that leave you feeling satisfied and supported (not sluggish and stuffed).

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Yes, stretchy pants are still welcome. But when the food is made from real, whole ingredients, your body doesn’t feel like it’s in recovery mode the next day.

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One of my friends recently said, “Why is food just so good?” And I think its because it was designed to be a gift. And that’s how I approach every New Leaf Table recipe — as a way to serve that gift to your table.

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Thanksgiving Recipe Inspiration from New Leaf Table

Whether you’re cooking the whole feast or just bringing a dish to share, here are a few clean, cozy recipes that still feel indulgent:

• Maple-Roasted Brussels & Bacon – crispy edges, natural sweetness, and that salty bacon bite.
• Butternut Squash Soup – creamy, cozy, and rich in fiber and antioxidants.
• Spiced Sweet Potato Mash – made with coconut milk and warming spices.
• Cauliflower Sage Stuffing – all the comfort of stuffing, none of the post-meal crash.
• Cranberry Citrus Relish – naturally sweetened and zesty.
• Herb-Rubbed Turkey with Pan Drippings Gravy – skip the packets, we’re doing it the nourishing way.
• Pumpkin Custard Cups – dairy-free and refined sugar-free, but every bit as dreamy as pie.

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Whether your gathering is big or small this year, I hope your kitchen feels like a place of peace and joy — and that your table is filled with the kind of food that makes you feel amazing from the inside out.

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Happy Thanksgiving from our New Leaf Table to yours 🍁

Love,

Chef E

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