If you're looking to elevate your Friendsgiving feast this year, we've got you covered...literally, in gravy. Whether you're the host, the designated dessert bringer, or just want to surprise your friends with something a little extra, adding a touch of cannabis to your holiday classics is the perfect way to spark good vibes and some extra giggles around the table.
You can infuse almost any Thanksgiving recipe with THC by swapping in cannabutter or infused oil for regular butter or oil. If you don't have your own yet, you can check out our guide on how to make cannabutter from AVB weed (already vaped bud) from your dry herb vape. It's the easiest way to put that saved-up AVB to good use, no decarbing required!
Once you've got your infused butter ready to go, try these classic Friendsgiving dishes with a cannabis twist. And make sure you clearly label any THC-infused food so no one is unpleasantly surprised an hour or two into dinner!
1. THC-Infused Gravy
Gravy lets everyone add as much (or as little) weed to their meal as they'd like. This the easiest way to let people dose their own plates! Pour it on everything, or just add a spoonful for a light buzz. Either way, this simple recipe will make you the MVP of Friendsgiving.
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons cannabutter
- 2 cups pan drippings from your roasted turkey
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- Salt & pepper to taste
Directions:
- Strain the pan drippings and discard the solids.
- Melt cannabutter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and thyme until slightly browned.
- Slowly whisk in the pan drippings. Keep on medium heat, but don't bring to a boil. Whisk constantly for 5-10 minutes, until it's as thick as you'd like.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour into a serving dish and enjoy!
Pro Tip: Serve this in a small gravy boat or measuring cup so guests can easily control their dose.
2. Classic Cannabis Stuffing
Ingredients
- ¾ cup cannabutter, plus regular butter to grease baking dish
- 1 lb. day-old white bread, torn into 1" pieces (about 10 cups)
- 2½ cups chopped yellow onions
- 1½ cups sliced celery
- ½ cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth, divided
- 2 large eggs
Directions
- Preheat oven to 250°. Spread bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until dry. Let cool.
- Melt cannabutter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and celery; cook until softened and golden, about 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the toasted bread, herbs, salt, and pepper. Stir in the onion and celery mix.
- Add half the broth and toss gently. Let cool slightly.
- Whisk the eggs with the remaining broth and fold into the bread mixture.
- Raise the oven temp to 350°F. Transfer to a greased 13x9" baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 40 minutes.
- Uncover and bake another 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden and crisp.
Make-Ahead Tip: You can prep and refrigerate this the day before, just don't complete step 7. Reheat uncovered at 350°F for 45 minutes until crispy.
Full original recipe from Bon Appétit (cannabutter was substituted for regular butter).
3. Spiked Sweet Potato Casserole
Sweet, nutty, and just the right amount of stoney. This THC-infused sweet potato casserole delivers cozy, caramelized flavor and a perfect mellow buzz. You can infuse the potatoes, the toppings, or both, depending on your desired potency.
Ingredients:
Sweet Potatoes:
- 4 cups peeled, cubed sweet potatoes
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup milk
- 4 tablespoons cannabutter, softened
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
Pecan Topping:
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ⅓ cup flour
- 3 tablespoons cannabutter, softened*
- ½ cup chopped pecans
*For a less potent dish, use regular butter for the pecan topping.
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Boil sweet potatoes until tender, 10-15 minutes, then drain and mash.
- Mix in eggs, sugar, milk, cannabutter, vanilla, and salt until smooth, an electric hand mixer is recommended. Spread into a greased 13x9" baking dish.
- Combine topping ingredients in a separate bowl. Sprinkle over sweet potato mixture.
- Bake 30 minutes or until the top is lightly browned and bubbling.
Full original recipe from All Recipes, cannabutter was swapped for regular butter.
Whether you're serving THC-infused gravy, sweet potato casserole, or classic stuffing, these recipes make it easy to turn your Friendsgiving dinner into a full-on edible experience. Everyone can control their own dose, enjoy familiar flavors, and stay lifted all night long.
So pass the pie, pour some infused gravy, and remember what the holiday is really about: good food, good friends, and even better highs.
