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Thanksgiving 2023 Edition
As is our tradition, this is the annual Trust Insights Thanksgiving newsletter. Every year our newsletter before Thanksgiving is a compilation of recipes and suggestions for leftovers.
We’re sticking with tradition, but with a twist this year. We built a Custom GPT model to generate recipes. I know, you’re shocked.
We loaded up the GPT model with lots and lots of recipes as plain text. We gave instructions in terms of style and ingredient considerations.
I asked the system to give me a list of unique dishes for Thanksgiving. The first pass was decent. Because Chris built the system, I could see how it intitially gives me dishes based on his food preferences. He likes sugar, I don’t. This was the first list that the system generated.
For a unique and memorable Thanksgiving dinner, you might consider incorporating some unconventional dishes that still capture the essence of the holiday. Here are a few ideas, drawing from my knowledge source and culinary expertise:
Korean Beef Bulgogi as a Main Dish
This dish, featuring savory and slightly sweet flavors, can be an excellent alternative to traditional turkey. Serve it alongside typical Thanksgiving sides or with a Korean twist, like kimchi or japchae (stir-fried glass noodles).
Turkey and Pumpkin Curry
Give a global spin to your turkey by preparing it in a rich and aromatic pumpkin curry. This dish can bring a warming and spicy element to your Thanksgiving table.
Sailor’s Pie with a Thanksgiving Twist
Inspired by a recipe from the game “World of Warcraft,” you can adapt this dish using Thanksgiving flavors. Use turkey instead of fish and incorporate traditional Thanksgiving herbs and spices for a unique take on a casserole.
Thanksgiving Leftover Wontons (Turkey Rangoons)
A creative way to use leftovers, these wontons can be made with turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes, served with cranberry sauce as a dipping option.
Cranberry and Brie Stuffed Pretzels
Combine sweet cranberry sauce with creamy brie inside homemade soft pretzels for a delightful appetizer.
Pumpkin Spice Risotto
For a side dish with a twist, try making a creamy risotto infused with pumpkin puree and traditional pumpkin pie spices, topped with parmesan cheese.
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Maple Syrup
Add a sweet and savory touch to Brussels sprouts by sautéing them with bacon and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Sage Butter
Homemade gnocchi made from sweet potatoes, served in a sage-infused butter sauce, can be a unique and delicious side dish.
Apple Cider Glazed Carrots
Glaze carrots in a reduction of apple cider, adding a natural sweetness and autumnal flavor to this common side dish.
Pecan Pie Cheesecake
Combine two classic desserts into one by creating a cheesecake with a pecan pie filling, perfect for a Thanksgiving sweet treat.
These dishes offer a mix of traditional and unconventional elements, bringing both comfort and surprise to your Thanksgiving dinner.
The beauty of a custom model, or any generative model, is that you don’t have to accept the first outcome. You can iterate. I asked a follow up, to list unique dishes that were not sweet. Here is what I got back:
For unique, savory recipes that aren’t sweet, you can explore a range of creative and flavorful dishes that would be great for any occasion, including Thanksgiving. Here are some innovative recipes:
Savory Pumpkin and Sage Soup
Ingredients: Roasted pumpkin, vegetable broth, fresh sage, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper.
Chorizo and Sweet Potato Hash
Ingredients: Chorizo sausage, sweet potatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, smoked paprika, olive oil, salt, pepper.
Cauliflower Steaks with Herb Salsa Verde
Ingredients: Large cauliflower heads, olive oil, garlic, mixed fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, mint), capers, lemon juice, salt, pepper.
Spiced Lentil Stuffed Bell Peppers
Ingredients: Bell peppers, lentils, onions, garlic, cumin, coriander, tomato paste, vegetable broth, olive oil, salt, pepper.
Mushroom and Leek Galette
Ingredients: Puff pastry, mushrooms, leeks, garlic, thyme, goat cheese, olive oil, salt, pepper.
Roasted Eggplant with Tahini Sauce
Ingredients: Eggplants, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, olive oil, paprika, salt, pepper.
Zucchini Ribbon Salad with Lemon and Parmesan
Ingredients: Zucchini, lemon zest and juice, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, pine nuts, salt, pepper.
Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Spinach and Feta
Ingredients: Portobello mushrooms, spinach, feta cheese, garlic, onion, olive oil, salt, pepper.
Butternut Squash Risotto
Ingredients: Arborio rice, butternut squash, chicken or vegetable broth, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, white wine, butter, sage, salt, pepper.
Herb and Garlic Roasted Chicken
Ingredients: Whole chicken, fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage), garlic, lemon, olive oil, salt, pepper.
These recipes bring a variety of flavors and textures to the table, offering a delightful departure from typical sweet dishes.
What I love about this process is that these are all dishes I wouldn’t have thought of. I can keep iterating, asking the system to omit or insert different ingredients for different tastes. I can truly customize my dinner experience within a few minutes.
What unique dishes will be around your table this year? Come tell me about it in our free Slack group, Analytics for Marketers »
Happy Thanksgiving and happy iterating!
– Katie Robbert, CEO
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