Ultimate Guide for Hosting a Gluten Free Thanksgiving

Looking to host a perfect gluten-free Thanksgiving? Look no further than this Gluten Free Thanksgiving guide helping you create the perfect menu for your Gluten Free Thanksgiving.

Turn to this complete and simple how-to guide for hosting an easy gluten free Thanksgiving with delicious dishes in every course for Celiac Disease.

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Learn How to Make Your Thanksgiving Favourites Gluten-Free

It is possible to make just about everything on the typical Thanksgiving table gluten-free without sacrificing flavour, richness, or the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday. The key is to know where to find the hidden gluten and how to replace it without taking away from the dish.

Sometimes, you can even find substitutions that make your dishes even better. Your guests might not even notice that everything on the table is safe for those with Celiac Disease.

Is Turkey Naturally Gluten Free?

You can’t go wrong with a simple turkey at your Thanksgiving dinner. Fresh, plain turkeys without any added broth, spices, or other ingredients are commonly gluten-free. If you prefer a smoked or pre-flavoured turkey, opt for smoking and flavouring your own at home.

You also may want to discard the gravy packet that’s often included with a frozen turkey unless it specifically states “gluten-free.” Most pre-made gravies and gravy mixes may contain gluten.

Is There Gluten Free Stuffing/Dressing?

To make gluten free stuffing, you can use a pre-made gluten-free stuffing mix or simply use gluten free bread crumbs from your own stale bread in your own traditional recipe—you shouldn’t even need to alter the recipe. 

You don’t need to mourn your favourite stuffing being apart of your Thanksgiving menu! It’s very easy to make homemade gluten free stuffing. Once you’ve added the spices and other ingredients, your Thanksgiving stuffing is going to taste almost exactly the way you remember it.

If you add spices, make sure they’re from a safe source, such as fresh herbs from the produce section of the supermarket or brands of gluten-free spices.

Are Mashed Potatoes Gluten Free?

Homemade mashed potatoes do not usually contain gluten. Common from scratch recipes simply call for fresh potatoes, butter, and milk or cream.

Skin and boil the potatoes, mash them, add the butter and a little milk, and whip them with a hand mixer until the right consistency.

Some brands of instant mashed potatoes are gluten-free, as well, but you’re better off making your own.

Some other favourite potato dishes such as au gratin potatoes or hash brown casserole do commonly contain gluten. If you want to include these dishes at your Gluten Free Thanksgiving meal, be sure to follow a gluten free recipe. Make substitutions with gluten-free ingredients, like using gluten-free flours to make the sauce for au gratin potatoes.

Gluten Free Dinner Rolls for Thanksgiving

It can be difficult to make excellent gluten free bread, and gluten free dinner rolls are no exception.

There are dinner rolls your guests might mistake for gluten-filled. The key is using an exceptional gluten-free dinner roll recipe. Little Northern Bakehouse offers a pre-made gluten free dinner roll that is soft and versatile. Their Classic Gluten Free Dinner Rolls are ready to roll for any meal and often are available at Walmart during the holiday season. These gluten-free pull-apart wonders are an everyday sidekick that can roll with any meal situation, including Thanksgiving.

An alternative to dinner rolls, trying a gluten-free cornbread recipe, which may be a bit more forgiving to make and easier to customize.

Is Cranberry Sauce Gluten Free?

There’s no reason cranberry sauce needs to contain gluten, so this should be an easy item to check off your gluten free grocery list. There are multiple gluten-free cranberry sauce options available, including the Ocean Spray brand.

You can also make your own from fresh cranberries, often found in bags in the grocery store produce section. You can also turn to a store-bought cranberry sauce.

If you decide to make your own cranberry sauce, you’ll simply simmer cranberries with sweetener, sugar or honey work great, and preferred spices added to taste. Cover the cranberries in liquid, water or orange juice, and cook them down to desired consistency. It couldn’t be easier or more delicious.

Gluten Free Turkey Gravy for Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving gravy using the turkey pan drippings, plus a little gluten free flour is going to work great. It is easy to make gluten free turkey gravy, substituting gluten-free flour or corn starch for the traditional glutenous flour.

You also can use a gluten-free gravy mix packets, if you would like. No matter what you’re making, Club House Gluten Free Gravy Mixes are ready to help you bring Thanksgiving flavours to a whole new level. Enjoy the same great flavour of Club House Gravies, just without the gluten!

Gluten Free Pie Crusts for Pumpkin or Apple Pie

The trick to making a delectable gluten-free pie is placing the emphasis on the filling, rather than the crust. That said, you can certainly make a good gluten-free pie crust.

If you’re looking for an easier option, purchase a frozen, pre-made gluten free pie crust, which you can find at many larger supermarkets local to you. Kinnikinnick Gluten Free Pie Crust provides a 9 Inch frozen pie crust.

Most pumpkin pie filling recipes are gluten-free. If you have a favourite, you should be able to use it. Don’t have a favourite or want to try out a new one? Try our Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie Recipe.

Enjoy apple pie again too with this Easy Gluten Free Apple Pie Filling Recipe.

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Creating and hosting an entirely Gluten Free Thanksgiving is not as challenging as it once was. Take advantage of the many gluten free shortcuts like pre-made gluten-free pie crusts or biscuit mixes to make things easier. A little extra Thanksgiving meal planning makes it possible to keep all your guests happy and safe at your table.

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