Ultimate Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes: A Feast of Fall Flavors

Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes…

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As the leaves turn to vibrant hues of red and gold, and a crisp chill fills the air, it’s time to gather with loved ones and savor the flavors of autumn. In this blog post, we’re bringing you an authentic Thanksgiving dinner menu, featuring a delightful array of appetizers, salads, soups, turkey preparations, stuffing variations, and vegetable sides. Along the way, we’ll sprinkle in some fun fall and Thanksgiving facts to keep the conversation at your dinner table as lively as the flavors on your plate.

Ultimate Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes:

Thanksgiving is a time for friends and family to come together and give thanks for the bounties of the year. As you gather around the table, it’s essential to have a feast that reflects the spirit of the season. To help you create the perfect Thanksgiving celebration, we’ve put together the ultimate collection of Thanksgiving dinner recipes that celebrate the flavors of fall. Whether you’re hosting a large gathering or an intimate dinner, these Thanksgiving dinner recipes will inspire your culinary journey.

Appetizers:

Pumpkin and Sage Crostini

Ingredients:

• 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
• 2 tablespoons honey
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Brush baguette slices with olive oil and toast in the oven until crisp.
• In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, chopped sage, honey, salt, and pepper.
• Spread the pumpkin mixture on the toasted baguette slices and serve.

Cranberry Brie Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
• 8 oz Brie cheese, cut into small pieces

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Cut puff pastry into small squares.
• Place a small piece of Brie and a dollop of cranberry sauce on each square.
• Fold pastry over the filling, sealing the edges.
• Bake until golden brown (about 15 minutes).

Stuffed Mushrooms with Sausage and Gouda

Ingredients:

• 24 large white mushrooms, stems removed
• 1/2 pound ground sausage
• 1/2 cup Gouda cheese, shredded
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Cook sausage in a pan until browned, breaking it into crumbles.

Mix cooked sausage with shredded Gouda, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

Stuff mushroom caps with the mixture.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, until mushrooms are tender.

Garnish with fresh parsley.

Fun Fall Fact #1: The first Thanksgiving wasn’t an annual tradition but a one-time harvest feast held in the fall of 1621.

Salads for Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes:

Harvest Cobb Salad

Ingredients:

• 8 cups mixed greens
• 2 cups roasted butternut squash, cubed
• 1 cup apples, diced
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup candied pecans
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup maple vinaigrette dressing

Instructions:

• In a large bowl, combine the greens, butternut squash, apples, cranberries, pecans, and feta cheese.
• Drizzle with maple vinaigrette dressing before serving.

Kale and Quinoa Salad with Pomegranate

Ingredients:

• 2 cups kale, chopped
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• In a large bowl, massage kale with lemon juice and olive oil until softened.
• Add cooked quinoa, pomegranate seeds, toasted almonds, and feta cheese.
• Season with salt and pepper, toss, and serve.

Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad

Ingredients:

• 4 medium beets, roasted and diced
• 4 cups arugula
• 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup candied walnuts
• Balsamic glaze for drizzling

Instructions:

• Toss roasted beets with arugula in a large bowl.
• Top with crumbled goat cheese and candied walnuts.
• Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

Fun Fall Fact #2: The world’s largest pumpkin pie weighed in at a whopping 3,699 pounds and was baked in 2010.

Soups:

Butternut Squash Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 butternut squashes, peeled, seeded, and cubed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place squash cubes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and roast until tender (about 30 minutes).
• In a large pot, sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
• Add roasted squash, nutmeg, cinnamon, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes.
• Blend until smooth, and stir in heavy cream if desired. Reheat before serving.

Roasted Chestnut Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 cups roasted chestnuts
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh thyme for garnish

Instructions:

In a large pot, sauté onion, celery, and carrots until softened.

Add roasted chestnuts and broth. Simmer for 20 minutes.

Blend the soup until smooth, then return it to the pot.

Stir in heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Reheat, and garnish with fresh thyme before serving.

Fun Fall Fact #3: Americans consume around 46 million turkeys each Thanksgiving.

Turkey Preparations:

Herb-Roasted Turkey

Ingredients:

• 12-14 lb whole turkey
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, minced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
• Mix softened butter with rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper.
• Rub the turkey with the herb butter mixture.
• Roast until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), approximately 3 to 3.5 hours.

Smoked Turkey

Ingredients:

• 12-14 lb whole turkey
• 2 cups applewood chips, soaked in water
• Dry rub (your choice)
• Olive oil

Instructions:

• Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
• Rub the turkey with olive oil and apply your favorite dry rub.
• Place the soaked wood chips in the smoker box.
• Smoke the turkey until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), about 6-8 hours.

Fun Fall Fact #4: Thanksgiving became an official holiday in 1863 when President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed it a national day of “Thanksgiving and Praise.”

Stuffing Variations in Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes:

Traditional Sage and Onion Stuffing

Ingredients:

• 8 cups bread cubes
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
• 4 cups turkey or chicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a skillet, sauté onions and fresh sage until onions are translucent.
• In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, sautéed onions, salt, and pepper.
• Pour turkey or chicken broth over the mixture until moistened but not soggy.
• Transfer to a baking dish and bake until golden brown (about 30 minutes).

Wild Mushroom and Chestnut Stuffing

Ingredients:

• 8 cups bread cubes
• 1 cup wild mushrooms, chopped
• 1/2 cup roasted chestnuts, chopped
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Sauté mushrooms, chestnuts, onions, and garlic in a skillet until softened.

In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, sautéed mixture, salt, and pepper.

Pour vegetable broth over the mixture until moistened but not soggy.

Transfer to a baking dish and bake until golden brown (about 30 minutes).

Garnish with fresh parsley.

Sausage and Apple Stuffing

Ingredients:

• 8 cups bread cubes
• 1/2 pound ground sausage
• 2 cups apples, diced
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups turkey or chicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Cook sausage in a skillet until browned, breaking it into crumbles.
• Sauté apples, celery, onions, and garlic until softened.
• In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, cooked sausage, sautéed mixture, salt, and pepper.
• Pour turkey or chicken broth over the mixture until moistened but not soggy.
• Transfer to a baking dish and bake until golden brown (about 30 minutes).

Fun Fall Fact #5: The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade began in 1924 as a Christmas parade featuring live animals.

Vegetable Sides:

Maple-Glazed Carrots

Ingredients:

• 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Fresh thyme leaves for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• In a skillet, melt butter and stir in maple syrup.
• Add carrots and sauté until glazed and tender.
• Season with salt and pepper and garnish with fresh thyme.

Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients:

• 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, honey, and balsamic vinegar.
• Roast until tender and caramelized (about 25-30 minutes).
• If desired, sprinkle with crumbled bacon before serving.

Garlic-Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

Ingredients:

• 1 pound broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Toss broccoli with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
• Roast until tender and slightly crispy (about 20-25 minutes).
• Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if desired.

Fun Fall Fact #6: The average number of calories consumed per person on Thanksgiving is around 4,500!

Mashed Potatoes:

Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped chives for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

• Boil potatoes and minced garlic until tender.
• Drain and mash potatoes with heavy cream and butter.
• Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with chopped chives if desired.

Loaded Baked Potato Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Boil potatoes until tender.

Drain and mash potatoes with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and half of the crumbled bacon.

Season with salt and pepper.

Garnish with remaining bacon crumbles and chopped chives.

Green Bean Casserole:

Classic Green Bean Casserole

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (14.5 oz each) green beans, drained
• 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups crispy fried onions
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a mixing bowl, combine green beans, condensed soup, milk, and half of the crispy fried onions.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Transfer mixture to a casserole dish and bake for 30 minutes.
• Top with remaining crispy fried onions and bake for an additional 5 minutes.

Corn Sides in Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes:

Honey Butter Corn on the Cob

Ingredients:

6 ears of corn, husked and cleaned

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

1/4 cup honey

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
• Grill corn, turning occasionally, until kernels are charred (about 10 minutes).
• In a bowl, mix melted butter, honey, salt, and pepper.
• Brush the grilled corn with the honey butter mixture before serving.

Creamed Corn

Ingredients:

6 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup butter

1/4 cup cream cheese

2 tablespoons sugar

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a saucepan, combine corn kernels, heavy cream, butter, cream cheese, and sugar.

Cook over medium heat until the mixture is creamy and heated through (about 10 minutes).

Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Mexican Street Corn Salad

Ingredients:

• 6 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• Juice of 2 limes
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix corn kernels, mayonnaise, sour cream, half of the cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime juice.

Garnish with the remaining cotija cheese and fresh cilantro before serving.

Fun Fall Fact #7: The tradition of pardoning a turkey at the White House began with President Abraham Lincoln, who spared a turkey at his son’s request.

Yams/Sweet Potatoes:

Candied Yams

Ingredients:

• 4 large yams or sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• Mini marshmallows for topping (optional)

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a saucepan, melt butter, and stir in brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
• Layer sliced yams in a baking dish and pour the butter mixture over them.
• Cover and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes until yams are tender and caramelized.
• If desired, top with mini marshmallows and broil until golden brown.

Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel

Ingredients:

• 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled, boiled, and mashed
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Salt to taste
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, melted butter, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.

In another bowl, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter to make the streusel topping.

Sprinkle the streusel over the sweet potato mixture.

Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.

Desserts for Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes:

Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups gingersnap cookie crumbs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 24 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon cloves
• Whipped cream for topping

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
• Mix gingersnap crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a springform pan.
• In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
• Add pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Beat until well combined.
• Pour the mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
• Bake for 45-50 minutes until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
• Let it cool and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
• Top with whipped cream before serving.

Homemade Apple Pie

Ingredients:

• 2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
• 6 cups apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Line a pie pan with one pie crust.
• In a large bowl, toss apples with sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
• Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust.
• Dot the top with pieces of butter.
• Cover with the second pie crust, crimp the edges to seal, and cut slits in the top crust to vent.
• Brush the top crust with beaten egg.
• Bake for 45-55 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
• Let it cool before slicing.

Fall Leaf Sugar Cookies

Ingredients:

• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Food coloring (red, orange, yellow)
• Cookie cutters (leaf shapes)

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• In a small bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth.
• Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
• Gradually blend in dry ingredients.
• Divide dough into smaller portions and add food coloring to create fall leaf colors.
• Roll out each colored portion and cut out leaf shapes.
• Place cookies on baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are golden.
• Let them cool on wire racks.

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Pecan Pie Bars

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

For the filling:

• 3 eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups pecan halves

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a mixing bowl, combine flour and powdered sugar.
• Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• Press the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
• Bake the crust for 20 minutes.
• In another bowl, beat eggs, granulated sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
• Stir in pecan halves.
• Pour the filling over the baked crust.
• Bake for an additional 30-35 minutes, until the filling is set.
• Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.

Caramel Apple Crisp

Ingredients:

• 6 cups apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• Caramel sauce for drizzling
• Vanilla ice cream (optional)

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a bowl, toss sliced apples with granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
• Transfer the apple mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
• In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and cold cubed butter.
• Use your fingers to crumble the topping over the apples.
• Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
• Drizzle with caramel sauce and serve with vanilla ice cream if desired.

Fun Fall Fact #8: In Canada, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the second Monday in October.

Here are three Thanksgiving and Fall-inspired adult beverage recipes to add a touch of warmth and flavor to your holiday gatherings:

Spiced Apple Cider Sangria:

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle of white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
• 2 cups apple cider
• 1/2 cup brandy
• 1/4 cup orange liqueur (e.g., Triple Sec)
• 1 apple, thinly sliced
• 1 orange, thinly sliced
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 star anise
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Sparkling water (optional, for fizz)
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

• In a large pitcher, combine the white wine, apple cider, brandy, and orange liqueur.
• Add the thinly sliced apple and orange, along with the cinnamon stick, star anise, and ground cinnamon.
• Stir well to combine, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
• Serve in glasses with ice cubes. If desired, top each glass with a splash of sparkling water for a fizzy twist.

Pumpkin Spice Martini:

Ingredients:

• 2 oz vanilla vodka
• 1 oz pumpkin liqueur (e.g., pumpkin spice-flavored liqueur)
• 1 oz Irish cream liqueur
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• Crushed graham crackers (for rimming)
• Whipped cream (for garnish)
• Ground cinnamon (for garnish)

Instructions:

• Rim a martini glass with crushed graham crackers by dipping the glass rim in simple syrup and then into the crushed crackers.
• In a cocktail shaker, combine the vanilla vodka, pumpkin liqueur, Irish cream liqueur, simple syrup, and pumpkin pie spice.
• Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
• Strain the mixture into the prepared martini glass.
• Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.

Cranberry Bourbon Smash:

Ingredients:

• 2 oz bourbon
• 1 oz cranberry juice
• 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• Fresh cranberries and a lime slice (for garnish)
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

• In a cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon, cranberry juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
• Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously.
• Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice cubes.
• Garnish with a skewer of fresh cranberries and a lime slice.
• Optionally, add a festive cocktail stirrer or straw for extra flair.

These delightful adult beverages will complement your Thanksgiving or Fall festivities with their seasonal flavors and warmth. Enjoy responsibly!

Conclusion:

This Thanksgiving, create a memorable feast with these mouthwatering recipes that celebrate the flavors of fall. Whether you’re savoring a slice of pumpkin cheesecake or sharing the warmth of a roasted turkey, these dishes are sure to bring joy and togetherness to your holiday table.

A few more fun facts:

Fun Fall Fact #9: The term “fall” for the season comes from the Old English word “feallan,” which means “to fall or to die.” It refers to the falling of leaves from deciduous trees during this time of year.

Fun Fall Fact #10: In Japan, the fall season is celebrated with the tradition of “Momijigari,” which involves viewing and appreciating the vibrant autumn foliage, similar to the concept of “hanami” during cherry blossom season in spring.

Fun Fall Fact #11: The world’s largest pumpkin weighed a staggering 2,624.6 pounds (1,190.5 kilograms). It was grown by Mathias Willemijns of Belgium and set a world record in 2016.

Fun Fall Fact #12: The first recorded American football game was played on November 6, 1869, between Rutgers University and Princeton University. It was an iconic fall event that paved the way for the beloved sport we know today.

Fun Fall Fact #13: Many animals, including birds and monarch butterflies, migrate during the fall season. Monarchs, for example, embark on a remarkable journey from North America to central Mexico, covering thousands of miles to reach their wintering grounds.

Enjoy your Thanksgiving gathering, and may it be filled with delicious food and cherished moments with loved ones!

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