Happy Thanksgiving to this beautiful community 🧡

As I sit here reflecting on this season of gratitude, I find myself overwhelmed with thankfulness for each and every one of you.

You are more than just followers or numbers on a screen. You're the reason I do what I do. Your comments, messages, and support have created something truly special here—a space where we can connect, grow, and inspire each other.

Thank you for showing up, for sharing your stories, for being vulnerable, and for allowing me to be part of your journey. Your trust means everything to me.

This community wouldn't be what it is without YOUR energy, YOUR kindness, and YOUR authentic presence.

So today, I'm grateful for you. Not just for following along, but for being exactly who you are.

Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with warmth, delicious food, beautiful moments with loved ones, and all the cozy vibes your heart can hold.

With so much gratitude and love,

Tasheena

P.S. I'd love to hear what you're grateful for this year—drop it in the comments below

As we race toward Thanksgiving, I know we're all feeling that mix of excitement and mounting holiday stress. Planning the perfect holiday meal is a huge task, and the one thing I try to avoid every year is spending the entire day locked in the kitchen, exhausted before the meal even starts.

This year, I'm cutting out the chaos entirely, and I'm sharing my absolute best time-saving secret with you: Let the experts handle the baking!

My Ultimate Thanksgiving Prep Hack: HBC Bakery + Market

I am a huge believer in supporting local businesses, and my go-to for making the holiday meal manageable is HBC Bakery + Market. By utilizing their Thanksgiving pre-order menu, I can guarantee a spectacular, homemade-quality meal on my table without sacrificing precious hours of family time.

Think about it: instead of stressing over whether your pie crust is perfectly flaky or your rolls are proofed just right, you could be relaxing, sipping your coffee (like this amazing Iced Eggnog Latte!), and enjoying the morning. That’s the true spirit of the holidays!

Why Pre-Order? Let's Talk Menu!

HBC has made it so easy to get all the essentials you need for a complete feast—minus the labor. This is what you can find on their pre-order list:

• Show-Stopping Pies: Their Salted Caramel Apple Pie is famous, and you can also grab the classic Pumpkin Pie, Mom's Apple Crumb Pie, or a unique Local Apple Cranberry Crostata.

• Festive Cakes: Perfect for a modern dessert, check out the Pumpkin Chai Cake or the festive Cranberry Spice Cake with lemon glaze.

• Essential Breads & Rolls: Don't forget the carbs! Grab their Sweet Potato Brioche Rolls, Parkerhouse Pull Apart Rolls, Cranberry Pecan Bread, or Artisan Stuffing Bread.

THE CRITICAL DEADLINE: THIS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST

This is the most important part! HBC Bakery is only accepting these orders for a short time.

You HAVE to get your pre-orders in by THIS FRIDAY, November 21st!

It's coming up fast, and you absolutely do not want to miss out on securing these amazing items for your Thanksgiving table. Once the cut-off hits, that's it!

Click the link below right now to browse the menu and secure your spot. Give yourself the gift of a stress-free Thanksgiving this year!

Click here to view the full HBC Thanksgiving menu and place your pre-order!

More Joy, Less Stress

This Thanksgiving, let's focus on what truly matters: gathering with loved ones. By simply delegating the baking to a fantastic local business like HBC, we free up hours to make memories.

What are you ordering? Let me know in the comments!

 This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx

I'm thrilled to be apart of BabbleBoxx Thanksgiving-themed box this year. With Thanksgiving right around the corner, this has really given me the opportunity to complete my Thanksgiving dinner menu and shopping list. This has also given me the opportunity to try new products, and become creative with brands/products that I already know and love. Below, I'm sharing what items were included in my Thanksgiving-themed BabbleBoxx and some recipes, and products that I know your family will love. 

Bridgford Foods Frozen Dinner Rolls

Bridgford Foods Frozen Dinner Rolls are a must-have for your Thanksgiving shopping list. They’re located right in the freezer aisle, and are the perfect Thanksgiving, as is! They’re also amazing for small sandwiches and even sliders, and appetizers. Trust me, these will be perfect for any leftover turkey or ham to make sandwiches with. Parkerhouse Rolls are Non-GMO, contain no preservatives, and are made with pure cane sugar. You can make as many as you like or bake all 24 rolls!

SAVE BIG!

Downloadable Coupon Offer: SAVE on your favorite Bridgford Products! 

I Cook in Color: Bright Flavors from My Kitchen and Around the World by Asha Gomez and Martha Hall Foose

I’m so excited about the I Cook in Color cookbook by Asha Gomez. This cookbook combines Asha’s warm tone and clear direction plus it also includes tips with striking, mouth-watering photographs of the fusion-fascinating dishes. Which are sure to be a crowd-pleaser this holiday season. I’m always looking for ways to add diverse cuisine to my family's meals, and especially on Thanksgiving. It’s such a great way to incorporate a new side. 

Learn more and purchase your copy here!

Tribe Hummus 

Tribe Hummus makes for the perfect dessert spread or topping for your Thanksgiving needs. I love that they have a pumpkin pie dessert hummus. It’s super yummy and makes the perfect better-for-you sweet snack. It’s also a crowd-pleaser for adults and kids. With only 6 grams of sugar per serving, it makes the perfect guilt-free treat. It’s perfect to pair with fruit, pretzels, and graham crackers or even as a spread or topping on your favorite desserts. The Pumpkin Pie hummus is the perfect seasonal sweet snack for dessert spreads at home with family and friends and is perfect to indulge in on Thanksgiving Day. 

Special Offer/Discount 

Visit tribehummus.com for a store locator and $1 off coupon! 

4C Breadcrumbs & Parmesan Cheese 

I’m so happy that 4C Foods Homestyle Parmesan Cheese and Breadcrumbs were included in this Thanksgiving-themed box. 4C Homestyle Parmesan Cheese is 100% grated cheese and adds flavor to every dish making it perfect to include in your meals this Thanksgiving. I love that it has a nutty, yet delicious taste. 4C Breadcrumbs is the perfect base for your Thanksgiving recipes. Plus, 4C offers a gluten-free option as well. Their breadcrumbs add crunch and texture to your favorite recipes. My family loves Roasted Brussel Sprouts. It’s super easy to make and doesn’t require too much time in the oven. 

Roasted Brussel Sprouts Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon (each): garlic powder, freshly cracked pepper
• 1/3 cup 4C Panko Breadcrumbs
• 1/3 cup + 2 tablespoons 4C Homestyle Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2. Trim and slice the Brussel sprouts in half.
3. Place in a large bowl and drizzle melted butter and olive oil.
4. Add in garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss gently until evenly distributed and sprouts are well coated.
5. Add in the Panko and 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese. Again, toss gently to ensure the panko and parmesan coats all the sprouts.
6. Transfer to a large baking sheet and spread the Brussel sprouts so they aren't overlapping.
7. Bake for 18-23 minutes or until sprouts are tender, lightly browned, and the Parmesan cheese is melted.
8. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese on the hot Brussel sprouts.

Learn more and visit 4C Foods on Facebook.

The Baconer Bacon Lovers Pack

I’m so happy that the Baconer Bacon Lovers Pack was included in this Thanksgiving-themed. The Baconer Bacon is the #1 Premium Artisan Bacon and offers Hard to Find Cuts with Chef-driven Flavors. Whether you plan on making one of your sides Spaghetti Carbonara or simply adding the bacon to your kale, collard green, and or cabbage. The Baconer Bacon is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. I love having deviled eggs as one of my sides. They are super easy to make, and topped with The Baconer Bacon adds the perfect touch for any back lover in your life. 

Deviled Eggs Recipe

Ingredients 

• 6 large eggs
• ¼ cup Cooked The Baconer Smoked Lardons
• 1/4 cup. mayonnaise
• 1 tsp mustard
• sea salt (to taste)
• Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• Smoked Paprika, for garnish

Directions

1. Place eggs in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. Set the pan over medium-high heat and bring water to a boil. Turn off heat, cover pan with a lid, and let sit for 11 minutes. Drain, rinse eggs under cold water and peel.
2. Halve eggs lengthwise and scoop out cooked yolks into a medium bowl. Add mayonnaise, and mustard to the bowl, then mash yolks with the back of a fork and stir until the mixture is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Spoon mixture into each egg. Garnish with Cooked The Baconer Smoked Lardons and paprika and serve.

BACON LOVER 5 INCLUDES:

• 1 Package Maple Sugar Small Batch Bacon (12oz each)
• 1 Package Smoky Paprika Small Batch Bacon (12oz each)
• 1 Package XXL Bacon Steaks (20oz each)
• 1 Package Smoked Lardons (8oz each)
• 1 Packages Ground Bacon (8oz each)

SAVE BIG! 

Use my code to save on your next order. 

Baconer Discount Code: STBaconLover20- Valid until 12/31

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10+ Thanksgiving Desserts That Are Not Pie

Semi-Homemade Upside Down Pineapple Cake

Cranberry Orange Muffins 

Apple Cinnamon Buns 

Blender Coconut Cake

Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies 

Raisin + Peanut Clusters 

Snickerdoodle Cookies 

Basic Vanilla Glazed Cake 

Microwave Peanut Brittle 

Homemade Banana Pudding Recipe 

The Best Poundcake EVER

Yellow Cupcakes 

Red Velvet Cupcakes 

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If you try this recipe, let me know. Leave a comment, pin it (so you have it saved), and don’t forget to tag a picture using the hashtag >> #simplytasheena on Instagram. I would love to see how it turned out. 

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Easy Last-Minute Thanksgiving Recipes (Non-Traditional)

Main Dish 

Stuffed Shells with Meat 

Seafood

Stovetop Honey Garlic Salmon 

Spicy-Sweet Glazed Shrimp 

Honey Garlic Salmon

Garlicky Shrimp Bake

Grilled Glazed Salmon

Salmon w/ Pineapple Salsa 

Easy Teriyaki Salmon 

More Recipes 

• Popcorn Shrimp Recipe 
• Shrimp Teriyaki Recipe
• Coconut Curry Shrimp 
• Shrimp with Cream of Chicken Soup 
• Shrimp Gumbo 

Sidedish 

Bake Mushroom Rice 

Semi-Homemade Jambalaya

Dessert

Blender Coconut Cake 

Raisin + Peanut Clusters 

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I can't believe Thanksgiving is almost two weeks away. Though for the last couple of years I've hosted Thanksgiving at my home. This year, I'm creating a relatively small menu. Please find below our 2019 Thanksgiving Menu Plan. I do plan to add to this menu, however, most of these items will be made and have secured a spot on our menu for this year. 

Our 2019 Thanksgiving Menu Plan

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Apple Cinnamon Buns 

Blender Coconut Cake

Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies 

Raisin + Peanut Clusters 

Snickerdoodle Cookies 

Basic Vanilla Glazed Cake 

Microwave Peanut Brittle

Recipes That A Little More Time 

Homemade Sweet Potato Pie 

 

Homemade Banana Pudding Recipe 

The Best Poundcake EVER

Yellow Cupcakes 

Red Velvet Cupcakes 

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If you try this recipe, let me know. Leave a comment, pin it (so you have it saved), and don’t forget to tag a picture using the hashtag >> #simplytasheena on Instagram. I would love to see how it turned out.