The AIP Thanksgiving Collection
Thanksgiving menus for gatherings of every size and budget, clever kitchen shortcuts, ready-made holiday meals, and plenty of ideas for using those all-important leftovers!
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Time to talk turkey! Whether you’re a fan of the traditional Thanksgiving fare or prefer to keep things a little more low-key, I’ve rounded up plenty of inspiration to make your holiday feast a delicious one.
From turkey recipes for every budget and easy festive menus to kitchen shortcuts, seasonal resources, ready-made holiday meals and a few ideas to make navigating the festivities easier, there’s lots to tuck into!
And once the feast is over? Well, that’s when the fun really begins! Thanksgiving leftovers can feel like a blessing or a burden… but if you think turkey leftovers are boring, think again. I’ve gathered some clever turkey transformations that might just outshine Thanksgiving itself!
And if you’re like me, you’ll be even more thankful for those leftovers the second time around!
🖤 As for me and my household, we’re thankful for leftovers—and for you! 🖤
📚This Month’s Resources
Say No with Grace & Gratitude:
Surviving Holiday Gatherings on the AIP
Family gatherings can be tricky, especially when well-meaning friends and relatives keep offering “just one bite.” My updated Surviving Social Life on the AIP post is packed with tips, including polite “No-Thank-You” scripts to help you protect your boundaries, honor your body, and navigate the holidays with confidence and ease.
🌱 Healing Beyond Food
AIP Cold Weather Tips
Ever notice that you feel more tired, less motivated or just a little more run down as the weather turns colder? You’re not imagining it! Many people experience a seasonal dip in energy and wellbeing as daylight decreases and temperatures drop.
My Flare Care Guide explores this phenomenon and shares practical ways to look after yourself through the colder months.
Stress‑Relief Tips for the Holidays
Even brief moments of calm can help you manage stress and make the busy holiday season feel a little more manageable. Here are a few simple ideas to try:
- 5‑Minute Breath Reset: Pause, close your eyes, and take 5 slow, deep breaths. Inhale through your nose for 4 counts, hold 2, exhale through your mouth for 6. Repeat 3–5 times to calm your nervous system.
- Mini Movement Break: Stretch or enjoy a gentle walk—indoors or outside. Even 5–10 minutes may help ease tension and boost circulation.
- Warm Beverage Pause: Brew a simple herbal tea and sip mindfully for a quiet moment away from the hustle. Chamomile, peppermint, or ginger are great options. Personally, I want to try this Chamomile Latte!
- Digital Detox Minute: Step away from screens. Even a 60‑second pause in silence helps reset your mind and renew focus.
🍂 Thriving Through Thanksgiving
AIP Thanksgiving … Delivered!
Want to enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving feast without spending days in the kitchen? Save your energy and let Urban AIP do the cooking this holiday season!
MENU CHOICES:
- Garlic Crusted Rack of Lamb w. Chimichurri
- Turkey Breast Rolls with Savory Stuffing (with Ground Chicken or Duck)
- Holiday Hash
- Hasselback Butternut Squash with Caramelized Cranberries
- Roasted Honeynut Squash w. Marshmallow
- Creamy Ginger Greens
- Balsamic Glazed Multi-Colored Julienne Carrots
INCLUDED WITH EVERY ORDER:
- Pumpkin Fudge Bites
- Cranberry Orange Sauce
- Gravy
EXTRA ADD-ONS AVAILABLE:
- Mini Pumpkin Pie
- Pumpkin Fudge Bites
- Cranberry Orange Sauce
- Gravy
- Apple Pear Cinnamon Crumble
- Bread Rolls
- Autumn Parfait
The family feast and individual meal options are available to order now, so head over to Urban AIP and place your order!
IMPORTANT PRE-ORDER & DELIVERY DATES
November 6 – Individual Meal Pre-Order Deadline
Week of November 16 – Holiday Shipping Begins
Available through December 31 for December Holidays & New Years!
Thanksgiving Baking Shortcuts
Since we’re always looking for shortcuts, especially when it comes to tricky AIP baking, I recommend Eat G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R. mixes! They make it easier to whip up some holiday favourites so you spend less time in the kitchen.
Their flatbread mix makes a delicious Thanksgiving dressing (aka stuffing), and their Sugar Cookie Mix can be used for easy pie crusts too!
Check out their Pumpkin Pie Squares and Banana Cream Pie, along with plenty of other ideas in my Eat G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R. collection to make the festive season deliciously simple – click here.
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🧰 Tools to Make Life Easier
From turkey roasters and basters to carving knives, kitchen thermometers and all those handy little gadgets that make holiday cooking easier. You’ll also find serving essentials, pretty napkins, seasonal decor and plenty of extras to help make your table inviting. Whether you’re preparing a Thanksgiving feast, hosting an autumn gathering or simply getting ready for the holiday season, there’s a little something here to make it all easier and more fun!
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🍽️ Recipe Inspiration
Before You Dive In …
IMPORTANT NOTE: These recipes are either 100% AIP core elimination stage compliant or can easily be adapted to be that way—be sure to only use ingredients suitable for your stage of the AIP.
Not feeling too sure about that? Click Here to find the NEW AIP Protocol Guide Book – it’s my #1 recommendation for everyone on the AIP!
BONUS: Beyond the nuts and bolts of the Autoimmune Protocol, there are plenty of recipes and meal plans to help you get started.
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Thanksgiving for Every Budget
Whether you’re hosting a crowd, cooking for two, or keeping it low-key this year, I’ve rounded up some delicious AIP turkey recipes to fit every table and budget. From appetizers to wings, legs, breasts, and the whole bird — there’s something here for every kind of feast. Let’s make turkey the star of your healing holiday spread!
Baked Turkey Wings
Oven Roasted Turkey Legs (Use AIP Butter and omit Paprika)
Thanksgiving Menu
Mandarin Roasted Turkey (Use AIP Butter)
AIP Stuffing (Includes a recipe for AIP Biscuits ★)
Bacon Mashed White Sweet Potatoes
Gravy
Cranberry Sauce with Apples and Ginger
Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake ★
Cranberry On!
A cranberry themed Thanksgiving menu
Easy Gravy
Cranberry Stuffing with Sweet Potato (ensure sausage and Italian seasoning are compliant)
Loaded Holiday Parsnip Mash
Orange Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry Date Upside Down Cake ★
Cranberry Orange Bread
Cranberry Baked Pears (use Tigernuts or omit)
Cranberry Ginger Sparkler Mocktail (use compliant kombucha or plain sparkling water)
🦃Turkey Leftovers
Winning With Leftovers
Leftovers aren’t just convenient — they’re a simple way to reduce decision fatigue and stay on track with the AIP during a busy season and beyond!
• Boost Any Meal: Add diced leftover turkey to any AIP soup or salad.
• Freezer Friendly: Turkey can be frozen up to 3 months. Dice or shred it for easy use later — you can even freeze leftover sides alongside in glass meal prep containers for those low-energy days.
• Food-safety: Leftovers should be refrigerated promptly, within two hours, and frozen before they’ve spent too long in the fridge.
• Need More Inspiration? See all the tasty ways to use your leftovers in the recipes linked below!
Thankful for Leftovers
Turkey & Pumpkin Soup (add shredded or cubed turkey after soup has cooked)
Curried Turkey Salad
Turkey Cranberry Wrap
Thanksgiving Leftover Salad
Turkey, Apples and Onions Hash (see notes at bottom of recipe)
Turkey Pot Pie (use asparagus instead of peas and omit egg wash)
Chicken or Turkey Muffins
Roasted Pear & Pomegranate Salad (just add diced turkey)
I’m Going Cold Turkey
Turkey Bone Broth
Turkey Bacon Avocado Casserole
Turkey Carnitas with Cassava Tortillas & Pico de Gallo (omit jalapenos and paprika)
Chunky Turkey and Vegetable Soup with Warm Cranberry Gremolata
Autumn Harvest Bowls with Maple-Balsamic Dressing
Turkey Tetrazzini (use AIP compliant Cassava noodles, use AIP butter, skip the optional cheese or try this AIP parmesan)
Warm Roasted Grape & Fennel Salad
Gobble ’til you Wobble
Leftover Turkey, Sweet Potato & Kale Soup
Creamy Turkey Bake
Gluten Free Pot Pie (omit egg wash)
Turkey Stuffed Acorn Squash
Cranberry Turkey Salad (use AIP mayo and Tigernuts in place of pecans or omit)
Turkey Congee Soup
Creamy Turkey & Vegetable Soup
Bowl-ed Over by Turkey Leftovers
Easy Leftover Turkey Soup (use cauliflower rice or omit)
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🌿 Lifestyle Recipes
Seasonal Simmer Pots
Amid the holiday hustle, even small moments of calm can make a difference. Taking time to slow down, relax and reduce stress can help support digestion, support your sense of wellbeing while you navigate your autoimmune condition and the festivities.
A simple simmer pot is a lovely way to create a cozy, welcoming atmosphere at home. As it gently fills your space with the natural aromas of the season, it offers a little mindful pause in otherwise busy days.
Here are a couple of great guides to get you started:
➡️ Simmer Pot Recipes for Every Season
➡️ Christmas Simmer Pot Recipe
🛒 AIP Shopping
What You’ll Need This Month
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