' Why cook such an extravagant meal for 4 people?' seems to be my mom’s reasoning come Thanksgiving time. But not just any kind of buffet- Mystic Lake Casino's Thanksgiving buffet.Ĭonsidering that my entire extended family lives on the East Coast and my immediate family in snow-laden Minnesota, it isn't a surprise that my Thanksgivings consist of a small gathering between my brother, parents and I. Ask me how my family celebrates Thanksgiving, and I’d give you a one-worded answer: buffet. For me, Thanksgiving is anything but nostalgic.
Perhaps this is a highly stereotyped version of a Thanksgiving meal, or maybe you’re part of the lucky bunch who gets to experience such a lavish dinner. The dining room and home is full of cheer and all one can hear is laughter, the clinking of silverware, and the occasional ringing of the doorbell, as more family members arrive to celebrate the Thanksgiving feast. Usually when people think of Thanksgiving, they conjure up images of a magnificent mahogany dining table, lined with the most gluttonous spread of food: a giant turkey in the center, surrounded by stuffing, sweet potato casserole, creamy mashed potatoes, green beans, and of course, pumpkin pie.
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