Buffet banquet at the Montauk Manor, 1940s | Al Holden Collection, Montauk Library Archives
For those who celebrate, the countdown to Thanksgiving is just 7 days away. Whether you’re cooking at home, traveling to see family and friends, dining out, or ordering in, you have probably started making plans and gathering groceries.
If you haven’t and are still looking for some sweet and savory inspiration, take a look at some of these recipes from the Montauk Library’s collection of community cookbooks.
This recipe for Water Mill Biscuits from The Miller’s Meal, published by the Watermill Museum in 1983, offers a few tasty variations. | Montauk Library ArchivesThanksgiving Feast Sausage-Walnut stuffing embellishes store-bought stuffing with lightly seasoned sausage and walnuts. From Berry-good Recipes published by the First Presbyterian Church, East Hampton, 1977 | Montauk Library ArchivesPlan ahead with this Cranberry Orange Relish. It will keep in the refrigerator for about 6 months. From The Springs Community Presbyterian Church Cookbook, 2002 | Montauk Library ArchivesString Bean Supreme has a better ring to it than the casserole variety, albeit using the same ingredients. From Tried and Terrific compiled by the Parents Teacher Association at the Most Holy Trinity School, East Hampton, 1973 | Montauk Library ArchivesWhat table would be complete without potatoes? Try one or two of the recipes from the Friends of the Montauk Library Cookbook, 2010 | Montauk Library ArchivesDon’t let the cookbook title fool you, Semlear’s Moist Turkey recipe promises “turkey should fall away easily from bones with little to no carving necessary.” From Burnt Offerings published by the Springs Fire Department, 1990s | Montauk Library Archives
And for dessert. You’re on your own. Or better yet, share your traditional family recipes in the comments below and inspire other community members to try something new this holiday season.
You can also submit photographs of holiday traditions, meals, gatherings, and decorations for an upcoming community slideshow. All holidays are welcome. See submission details on the flyer below or email archives@montauklibrary.org with your contribution.
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