Thanksgiving: It’s All About Turkey and Sweet Potatoes!
Ah, Thanksgiving in the USA! That beloved day when families gather to feast on turkey, exchange awkward glances, and try not to discuss politics. It’s the one day a year when everyone is grateful for the turkey because, let’s be honest, it’s the only thing between them and a full-on family drama!
This year, on November 28, as your uncle tries to deep-fry the turkey (which we all know can only end in tears and a call to the fire department), you might want to take a cue from celebrity Rita Wilson. She’s not just an actress and singer, but also a culinary innovator—or at least that’s what she tells her husband, actor Tom Hanks.
Rita is known for spicing up the Thanksgiving table with her scrumptious recipe for sweet potatoes with orange praline. Now, before you roll your eyes and think, “What’s next, avocado toast at the Thanksgiving brunch?” hold your yolks! This dish hails from the incredible mind of the late, great Nora Ephron. You know, the one who wrote “When Harry Met Sally” and made us ponder whether we could fake an orgasm in a deli. Shall we assume she knew a thing or two about deliciousness?
In a delightful interview with People, Rita revealed that this sweet potato concoction has been a staple at her family gatherings for years. She reminisces about how Nora’s love for gastronomy has left a lasting impression, both on the screen and the dining table. If only Nora had written about how to avoid that awkward moment when someone asks, “So, what’s new with your life?”
Rita shared, “Every year at Thanksgiving, I am reminded of my dear friend Nora Ephron and how her influence goes beyond the movie screen. Her recipe for sweet potatoes with orange praline has been a staple at my family’s Thanksgiving for years and will continue to be for years to come.” Is it just me, or is this the fancy way of saying she doesn’t trust anyone else’s sweet potato recipe? We get it, Rita. No one compares to Nora!
In a heartfelt Instagram post, she even encourages everyone to stop by for the praline sweet potatoes—because nothing says Thanksgiving quite like a food-infused tribute to your late friend. Talk about adding a side of nostalgia to your plate! Could you imagine if Tom Hanks didn’t like the dish? “No, darling! I can’t let you throw Nora’s recipe away; I’ll just have to act like I enjoy it!” It’s a good thing he’s an Oscar winner—because discerning how to chew with gratitude is tough.
So, as you gather around your Thanksgiving table this year, maybe consider elevating your culinary contributions beyond the usual green bean casserole. Why not try something like Rita’s sweet potatoes? Just remember: if you start questioning whether the turkey is actually a bird or a rogue dinosaur trying to avoid extinction, it might be time to rethink your life choices—or at the very least, the wine you’re sipping!
From all of us here, Happy Thanksgiving! May your turkey be juicy, your sides be exotic, and your conversations be limited to how *not* to get burned while carrying the sweet potatoes to the table.
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Este jueves, 28 de noviembre, Estados Unidos celebrará el Día de Acción de Gracias, una festividad emblemática que reúne a familias y amigos en torno a la mesa para marcar colectivamente el inicio de la temporada navideña. En esta ocasión tan especial, el menú típico incluye clásicos como el pavo, pero también hay espacio para la innovación culinaria. La reconocida actriz y cantante Rita Wilson elige sorprender a sus seres queridos con un delicioso platillo inspirado en su amiga Nora Ephron: boniatos con praline de naranja.
Según una entrevista en la revista People, Wilson repite esta encantadora tradición cada año en Acción de Gracias, especialmente dedicada a su esposo, el aclamado actor Tom Hanks, y su familia. En una conversación adicional con la revista Parade, la actriz compartió su placentera pasión por la cocina, destacando que la receta de Nora Ephron de boniatos con praline de naranja ocupa un lugar especial en su corazón. Ephron, reconocida tanto por su trabajo como cineasta como por su pluma, ha dejado huella en el mundo culinario a través de sus recetas y su famosa obra autobiográfica ‘Heartburn’, en la que platicaba sobre su amor por la gastronomía.
‘Cada año en Acción de Gracias, me viene a la mente mi querida amiga Nora Ephron y cómo su influencia trasciende la pantalla. Su receta de boniatos con praline de naranja ha sido un pilar en las celebraciones de mi familia durante años y sin duda lo seguirá siendo en el futuro. Es algo que espero con ansias cada año en su memoria. No te olvides de incluir los boniatos con praline,’ afirmó Rita en un post de Instagram que resalta su emotivo homenaje culinario que realiza anualmente cada Acción de Gracias.
**Interview with Rita Wilson on Thanksgiving Traditions and Sweet Potatoes**
**Interviewer:** Rita, thanks for joining us today! As Thanksgiving approaches on November 28, can you share what the holiday means to you and your family?
**Rita Wilson:** Thank you for having me! Thanksgiving has always been a special time for our family. It’s a moment when we gather, share stories, and of course, enjoy a feast. It’s about gratitude, love, and sometimes a little chaos!
**Interviewer:** Speaking of feasting, we’ve heard about your famous sweet potatoes with orange praline. What inspired you to make this dish a staple at your Thanksgiving table?
**Rita Wilson:** Ah, yes! That recipe comes from my dear friend Nora Ephron. It has been a part of our family gatherings for years. I think of her every time I make it. Her passion for food and storytelling really inspired me, and this dish is a delicious reminder of our friendship.
**Interviewer:** It sounds like a wonderful tradition! Do you think your family would accept a different sweet potato recipe, or is it solely Nora’s dish at your table?
**Rita Wilson:** (laughs) Well, I think there’s an unspoken rule in my family—Nora’s recipe reigns supreme! I don’t think anyone would dare bring another version to the table. It’s a testament to how much we cherished her and her culinary creations.
**Interviewer:** That’s such a lovely way to honor her memory. Do you have any tips for families who want to elevate their Thanksgiving dishes like you do?
**Rita Wilson:** Absolutely! Start with fresh ingredients and don’t be afraid to get a little creative. You can add a personal touch to traditional recipes, but remember the key is to savor the memories attached to the food. It’s all about the love and nostalgia that goes into each dish.
**Interviewer:** Great advice! As we wrap up, what’s one thing you hope everyone remembers this Thanksgiving?
**Rita Wilson:** To really take the time to be present. Enjoy the moments around the table, whether they’re heartwarming or hilariously awkward. And of course, savor every bite of that turkey and those sweet potatoes—just don’t forget the orange praline!
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Rita! Happy Thanksgiving!
**Rita Wilson:** Thank you! Happy Thanksgiving to you too!
