There are no records to recount what the pilgrims ate on their first Thanksgiving in 1621. Luckily, journals and historians have attempted to piece together a more accurate reflection to what this meal might have looked like. Here are some creative ways to take your traditional Thanksgiving plate and create a more authentic Thanksgiving meal.
Turkey
Substitution: Goose or Venison
Stuffing
Substitution: Cabbage or Clams
Potatoes
Substitution: Corn Porridge or Radishes
Sweet Potatoes
Substitution: Carrots or Beans
Green Beans
Substitution: Onions or Peas
Cranberry Sauce & Pumpkin Pie
Substitution: Whole Cranberries or Stewed Pumpkin
