Here are 5 recipes to transform your Thanksgiving into a delicious Danksgiving! These recipes utilize cannabutter, and Bon Appétit has a great recipe here.
Once you have your cannabutter ready, check out these recipes:
1. Cannabutter-Infused Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes are a Thanksgiving staple, and adding cannabutter is an easy way to enhance their creamy texture and rich flavor.
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs of potatoes
- ½ cup cannabutter
- ½ cup milk or cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Boil peeled potatoes until tender.
- Mash them with cannabutter, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley or chives.
2. Herb-Infused Cannabutter Turkey Rub
Transform your turkey into a flavorful centerpiece by incorporating cannabutter into your rub.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup cannabutter, softened
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp thyme
- 1 tbsp sage
- Salt and pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven according to your turkey recipe.
- Mix cannabutter with herbs and spices.
- Rub the mixture under the skin of the turkey and over the exterior.
- Roast the turkey, basting occasionally for maximum flavor.
3. Cannabutter Dinner Rolls
Homemade dinner rolls can be enhanced with a touch of cannabutter for a subtly infused bread option.
Ingredients:
- Pre-made dinner roll dough (or make from scratch)
- ¼ cup melted cannabutter
Instructions:
- Bake dinner rolls according to package directions.
- Brush with melted cannabutter immediately after removing from the oven.
- Serve warm for a comforting side dish.
4. Green Bean Casserole with Cannabutter
Take your green bean casserole to the next level by incorporating cannabutter into the creamy sauce.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb green beans, trimmed
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup cannabutter
- 1 cup fried onions
Instructions:
- Steam green beans until tender.
- Mix with cream of mushroom soup and cannabutter.
- Pour into a baking dish, top with fried onions, and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.
5. Cannabutter Pumpkin Pie
No Thanksgiving dinner is complete without dessert. This pumpkin pie recipe is a delightful way to wrap up the meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 1 can pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup cannabutter, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp ginger
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix pumpkin puree, sugar, melted cannabutter, eggs, and spices.
- Pour into the pie crust and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until set.
- Cool before serving with whipped cream.
Dosage Tips
When cooking with cannabutter, start low and go slow. Ensure you know the potency of your cannabutter and portion your servings carefully to prevent overconsumption. Clearly label infused dishes to avoid confusion among guests, especially those who may not consume cannabis.
With these recipes, your Thanksgiving dinner can be a unique and enjoyable experience. Remember to serve responsibly and enjoy the holiday with delicious food and good company!
