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    Thanksgiving Table Decoration Ideas

    Create a warm and inviting atmosphere this season with beautiful Thanksgiving table decoration ideas that bring charm and elegance to your holiday feast. Whether you're hosting a cozy Friendsgiving dinner or a traditional Thanksgiving dinner table setting, these creative looks balance festive style with comfort.

    From simple Thanksgiving tablescapes to thoughtfully arranged Thanksgiving dining table décor, you can design a stunning setup that highlights the beauty of fall. Discover inspiration for your Thanksgiving table aesthetic that feels welcoming, timeless, and perfectly seasonal.

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    Transform your Thanksgiving table setup into a memorable focal point for family and friends to gather around. With ideas ranging from budget friendly table decorations to stylish pumpkin themed Thanksgiving table settings.

    You can create a look that fits any space or occasion. These Thanksgiving table decor ideas blend rustic touches, modern accents, and cozy fall textures to elevate your Thanksgiving dinner party.

    Hosting Thanksgiving has never been easier with inspiration that helps you craft a festive, inviting table that celebrates gratitude and togetherness.

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    100+ Best Gifts For Men

    Finding the perfect gift for the man who has everything can be a challenge, but this roundup of 100+ best gifts for men makes it easy to shop smarter this holiday season.

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    Each idea is curated to help you find presents he'll actually love and use. There are classic and practical items to unique finds that show how much you care.

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    This guide is packed with top presents and awesome gifts for the man who has everything. The list is ideal for last minute shopping or planning ahead.

    Whether you need Christmas gifts for guys, nice gift ideas for coworkers, or the best holiday gift ideas for him, you'll find inspiration for every budget and style. It's the ultimate resource for anyone asking, "What do I get him this year?" This gift guide will help you check everyone off your list with ease.

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    Autumn Harvest Punch

    This Autumn Harvest Punch is the perfect non alcoholic fall drink for your next gathering! It combines all the cozy flavors of the season into one refreshing sip. Made with a blend of cranberry juice, apple juice, and orange juice, this fall punch mocktail is bursting with fruit flavor and color.

    It makes a beautiful addition to any Thanksgiving punch bowl or fall party. Garnished with fresh orange slices and apple slices, it looks just as festive as it tastes. This punch is a true seasonal celebration in a glass.

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    Whether you're hosting a holiday party or planning a Thanksgiving family dinner, this easy fall punch recipe is a crowd-pleaser everyone can enjoy. It's light, refreshing, and brimming with the cozy flavors of autumn!

    It is the best fall punch recipe for any occasion. This homemade punch is also a great fall refreshment idea for anyone looking for a fall drink non alcoholic recipe that's as simple to make as it is beautiful to serve.

    If you are looking for more drink recipes try my Non Alcoholic Spiced Apple Fizz Drink, my Homemade Blueberry Lemonade made with Frozen Blueberries, my Frozen Cranberry Margarita Mocktail or my Homemade Raspberry Lemonade.

    You can find all of my drink recipes here: Drink Recipes

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    Ingredients

    • Apple Juice
    • Frozen Pulp Free Orange Juice or Pulp Free Bottled Orange Juice
    • Unsweetened Cranberry Juice
    • Ginger Beer
    • Sugar
    • Water
    • Apples and Oranges (optional)

    Instructions

    In a medium sized saucepan on the stovetop or a 4-cup microwave safe measuring cup in the microwave mix together the water and sugar and heat until it dissolves into a simple syrup.

    In a large punch bowl or drink dispenser mix together the simple syrup, apple juice, orange juice, cranberry juice and ginger beer. Top with slices of oranges and apples for a festive look if you like.

    You can also mix this together in a large bowl and then transfer to a pitcher for serving.

    Store any leftover punch in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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    Autumn Harvest Punch


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    • Author: Elaine VanVleck
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 13 servings 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Description

    This Autumn Harvest Punch is the perfect non alcoholic fall drink for your next gathering! It combines all the cozy flavors of the season into one refreshing sip. Made with a blend of cranberry juice, apple juice, and orange juice, this fall punch mocktail is bursting with fruit flavor and color. 


    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 1 - 64 ounce bottle Apple Juice
    • 1 - 12 ounce can Frozen Pulp Free Orange Juice or 1 - 46 ounce bottle Orange Juice
    • 2 cups Pure Unsweetened Cranberry Juice
    • 2 - 12 ounce cans Ginger Beer
    • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
    • 1 cup Water
      Apple and Orange slices to garnish, optional

    Instructions

    In a medium sized saucepan on the stovetop or a 4-cup microwave safe measuring cup in the microwave mix together the water and sugar and heat until it dissolves into a simple syrup.

    In a large punch bowl or drink dispenser mix together the simple syrup, apple juice, orange juice, cranberry juice and ginger beer. Top with slices of oranges and apples for a festive look if you like.

    You can also mix this together in a large bowl and then transfer to a pitcher for serving.

    Store any leftover punch in the refrigerator for up to one week.

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: Drinks
    • Method: Mixing
    • Cuisine: Gluten Free

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    Tag @smallfarmbiglife on Instagram and hashtag it #smallfarmbiglife

    Top Tip

    I cut around the seeds of the apples for the garnish, but it would be really easy and cute to use star shaped cookie cutters to cut perfect stars in the apples.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I use apple cider instead of apple juice?

    Yes, you can substitute the apple juice for apple cider, but the punch will have more of an apple flavor. Apple cider also usually has some pulp in it so you will need to be sure to stir the punch before serving.

    How far in advance can I make the punch?

    You can make the simple syrup and mix it with the juices 24-48 hours in advance. Do not add the ginger beer or garnishes until you are ready to serve the punch.

    What's the best way to chill the punch?

    Do not add ice directly to the punch or you will dilute the flavor. Store the punch in the fridge right up until you want to serve it and then you can serve over ice in drinking glasses.

    Alternatively you could freeze part of the punch in ice cube trays and add the frozen punch cubes in to keep the punch cold without diluting the flavor.

    Gluten Free Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bread

    This Gluten Free Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bread is a cozy, homemade sourdough recipe that's both easy and made same day. It's perfect for any baker who wants that fresh from the oven taste without the wait.

    Made with gluten free sourdough starter discard and measured in cups for simplicity, this no knead sourdough bread recipe delivers a soft, tender crumb filled with sweet raisins and warm cinnamon flavor.

    It's a sourdough cinnamon raisin bread recipe that feels comforting and familiar! This bread is ideal for mornings when you want a slice of homemade goodness with your coffee.

    A plate with three slices of toasted gluten free cinnamon raisin sourdough bread next to a small bowl of raisins, cinnamon sticks and a tan and white gingham kitchen towel

    This gluten free raisin bread is an easy gluten free bread recipe that proves sourdough baking can be simple and delicious. Whether you're making it as a sweet sourdough bread recipe for weekend brunch or adding it to your list of family breakfast favorites, this loaf is perfect for toasting, buttering, and enjoying warm.

    It's one of the best gluten free sourdough bread recipes to try if you're craving that classic artisan sourdough texture with a touch of sweetness from cinnamon and raisins.

    If you are looking for more sourdough recipes try my Gluten Free Sourdough Sandwich Bread, my Gluten Free Sourdough Croutons, my Gluten Free Sourdough Pizza Crust or my Gluten Free Sourdough Starter.

    You can find all of my bread recipes here: Gluten Free Side Dishes

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    Ingredients

    • Sourdough Starter
    • Unsalted Butter
    • Honey
    • Milk
    • Gluten Free Flour
    • Potato Starch or Tapioca Flour
    • Baking Powder
    • Salt
    • Ground Cinnamon
    • Vanilla Extract
    • Ground Nutmeg
    • Raisins

    Instructions

    Grease your bread pan with coconut oil or butter. Set aside.

    In the microwave or on the stovetop heat your milk just until it's warm to the touch. You don't want it too hot!

    In the bowl of your stand mixer add the sourdough starter, melted butter, honey and warm milk. Blend together.

    Add the potato starch or tapioca starch, gluten free flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg and raisins. Blend just until ingredients begin to mix together. Remove from the stand mixer and gently fold any ingredients left on the bottom of the bowl into the mixture with a spatula.

    The dough will be very sticky. You don't want to knead or overwork the dough. This sticky texture will let the bread rise nicely.

    Spoon the dough into your greased bread pan. Cover the bread pan with a plate or platter and let it rest in a warm area for 6-8 hours. I like to mix my dough up at night before I go to bed and let it proof overnight and then bake in the morning.

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

    Bake the bread for 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes. The top will be very lightly browned and the sides will be a little darker brown. This is a light bread and will not get really brown on top.

    Let the bread stand in the pan for at least 10 minutes to cool before you turn it out onto a plate or platter to finish cooling.

    Once the bread has completely cooled slice it into pieces and store it in a sealed container.

    Depending on how warm your house is it will last on the counter for 3-4 days. If you aren't going to use it in that amount of time place it in the fridge where it should last 5-7 days.

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    Gluten Free Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bread


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    • Author: Elaine VanVleck
    • Total Time: 9 hours 10 minutes
    • Yield: 1 loaf 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Description

    This Gluten Free Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Bread is a cozy, homemade sourdough recipe that's both easy and made same day. It's perfect for any baker who wants that fresh from the oven taste without the wait. 


    Ingredients

    Scale
    • 1 ½ cups Sourdough Starter
    • 4 Tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted
    • 2 Tbsp Honey
    • 1 ¾ cup Milk, warm
    • 2 ½ cups Gluten Free Flour
    • ½ cup Potato Starch or Tapioca Flour
    • 1 Tbsp. Baking Powder
    • 2 tsp Salt
    • 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
    • Pinch Ground Nutmeg
    • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
    • ¾ cup Raisins

    Instructions

    Grease your bread pan with coconut oil or butter. Set aside.

    In the microwave or on the stovetop heat your milk just until it's warm to the touch. You don't want it too hot!

    In the bowl of your stand mixer add the sourdough starter, melted butter, honey and warm milk. Blend together.

    Add the potato starch or tapioca starch, gluten free flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg and raisins. Blend just until ingredients begin to mix together. Remove from the stand mixer and gently fold any ingredients left on the bottom of the bowl into the mixture with a spatula.

    The dough will be very sticky. You don't want to knead or overwork the dough. This sticky texture will let the bread rise nicely.

    Spoon the dough into your greased bread pan. Cover the bread pan with a plate or platter and let it rest in a warm area for 6-8 hours. I like to mix my dough up at night before I go to bed and let it proof overnight and then bake in the morning.

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

    Bake the bread for 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes. The top will be very lightly browned and the sides will be a little darker brown. This is a light bread and will not get really brown on top.

    Let the bread stand in the pan for at least 10 minutes to cool before you turn it out onto a plate or platter to finish cooling.

    Once the bread has completely cooled slice it into pieces and store it in a sealed container.

    Depending on how warm your house is it will last on the counter for 3-4 days. If you aren't going to use it in that amount of time place it in the fridge where it should last 5-7 days.

    • Prep Time: 8 hours
    • Cook Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes
    • Category: Breads
    • Method: Baking
    • Cuisine: Gluten Free

    Did you make this recipe?

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    Top Tip

    This gluten free sourdough recipes texture is much different than baking with wheat flour. You want a very sticky dough and you won't be kneading it. You want to spoon the dough into your greased pan and not press it down.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is regular sourdough bread safe for a gluten free diet?

    No. Regular sourdough is made with gluten based wheat flour. The fermenting process of sourdough does not change that there is gluten in the recipe. Only gluten free sourdough is safe for people with Celiacs or gluten allergies.

    Why isn't my gluten free sourdough bread rising?

    It could be that your starter is weak. This means it hasn't fermented enough. It may need more time or moved to a warmer spot.

    It could also be over proofing. This means you've left the dough out in the pan covered for too long. I proof for 6-8 hours and have good results with that. If you're proofing longer the dough may be raising and deflating before it makes it to the oven.

    Gluten Free Easy Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie

    This Gluten Free Easy Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie is the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights! It combines savory ground beef and creamy mashed potatoes in one cozy casserole dish.

    Inspired by the classic cottage pie, this easy beef recipe delivers a hearty and satisfying meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Every bite is rich, flavorful, and sure to become one of your family dinner favorites.

    Two cream plates of gluten free easy ground beef shepherd's pie next to a cream 9x13 baking dish of the casserole

    Perfect as a weeknight meal or winter comfort dish, this Shepherd's Pie recipe is a simple way to enjoy a gluten free beef casserole without sacrificing taste.

    It's wholesome, delicious, and so easy to make! It's a quick dinner that turns humble beef and potatoes into the best Shepherd's Pie recipe you'll crave again and again.

    Whether you call it Shepherd's Pie or Cottage Pie, it's pure, creamy, classic comfort in every layer.

    If you are looking for more hearty meal recipes try my Gluten Free One Pot Hamburger Helper Copycat, my Gluten Free Taco Pasta Bake, my Gluten Free Taco Casserole or my Gluten Free Classic Tater Tot Casserole.

    You can find all of my dinner recipes here: Gluten Free Meal Recipes

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    Ingredients

    • Ground Beef
    • Onion
    • Frozen Mixed Vegetables
    • Gluten Free Flour
    • Beef Broth
    • Worcestershire Sauce
    • Salt
    • Pepper
    • Dried Thyme
    • Dried Oregano
    • Idahoan Baby Reds Instant Potatoes
    • Boiling Water
    • Cheddar Cheese

    Instructions

    Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Set out a 9x13 baking pan.

    In a large skillet over medium heat cook the ground beef and chopped onion until no pink remains and the meat is done.

    Sprinkle the gluten free flour over the beef mixture and then stir until it's dissolved into the beef mixture. This takes 2-3 minutes for the flour to soak up the grease.

    Add beef broth, frozen vegetables, worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, thyme and oregano. Stir together and bring the mixture to a boil and then lower the stovetop temperature to medium low and let the mixture simmer for 5-6 minutes until the sauce thickens.

    While the beef mixture is simmering prepare the instant potatoes according to the instructions on the packet.

    Pour the meat mixture into the 9x13 baking dish. Cover this with the shredded cheddar cheese. Top that with the an even layer of the prepared instant potatoes.

    Bake at 375 degrees for 20-25 minutes until the filling is bubbling and the potatoes are very lightly browned.

    Let cool slightly and then serve.

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    Gluten Free Easy Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie


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    • Author: Elaine VanVleck
    • Total Time: 40 minutes
    • Yield: 6 servings 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Description

    This Gluten Free Easy Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie is the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights! It combines savory ground beef and creamy mashed potatoes in one cozy casserole dish.


    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 1 pound Ground Beef
    • 1 medium Yellow Onion, chopped
    • 2 Tbsp Gluten Free Flour
    • 1 - 12 ounce bag Frozen Mixed Vegetables
    • 1 - 14.5 ounce can Beef Broth
    • 2 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
    • 1 tsp Salt
    • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
    • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
    • ½ tsp Dried Oregano
    • 1 - 8.2 ounce package Idahoan Baby Red Instant Potatoes
    • 4 cups Boiling Water
    • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded

    Instructions

    Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Set out a 9x13 baking pan.

    In a large skillet over medium heat cook the ground beef and chopped onion until no pink remains and the meat is done.

    Sprinkle the gluten free flour over the beef mixture and then stir until it's dissolved into the beef mixture. This takes 2-3 minutes for the flour to soak up the grease.

    Add beef broth, frozen vegetables, worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, thyme and oregano. Stir together and bring the mixture to a boil and then lower the stovetop temperature to medium low and let the mixture simmer for 5-6 minutes until the sauce thickens.

    While the beef mixture is simmering prepare the instant potatoes according to the instructions on the packet.

    Pour the meat mixture into the 9x13 baking dish. Cover this with the shredded cheddar cheese. Top that with the an even layer of the prepared instant potatoes.

    Bake at 375 degrees for 20-25 minutes until the filling is bubbling and the potatoes are very lightly browned.

    Let cool slightly and then serve.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: Meals
    • Method: Baking, Stovetop
    • Cuisine: Gluten Free

    Did you make this recipe?

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    Top Tip

    I love the Idahoan Baby Reds Instant Potatoes, but you could use what ever flavor instant potatoes you have.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can you use ground beef for shepherd's pie?

    Yes! Using ground beef in your shepherd's pie makes a hearty delicious meal with meat you can easily get at your local grocery store.

    What's the difference between shepherd's pie and cottage pie?

    Shepherd's pie is traditionally made with lamp. A cottage pie is usually made with beef. You could also call this recipe a cottage pie. Either way it's a easy casserole for weeknight meals.

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