 The First Thanksgiving, reproduction of an oil painting by J.L.G. Ferris, early 20th century. Credit: Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. (neg. no. LC-USZC4-4961 It is not truly known what was on the menu at the first Thanksgiving; however, research tells us the following: |
What may have been on the menuSeafood: Cod, Eel, Clams, LobsterWild Fowl: Wild Turkey, Goose, Duck, Crane, Swan, Partridge, Eagles Meat: Venison, Seal Grain: Wheat Flour, Indian Corn Vegetables: Pumpkin, Peas, Beans, Onions, Lettuce, Radishes, Carrots Fruit: Plums, Grapes Nuts: Walnuts, Chestnuts, Acorns Herbs and Seasonings: Olive Oil, Liverwort, Leeks, Dried Currants, Parsnips |
What Was Not on The MenuSurprisingly, the following foods, all considered staples of the modern Thanksgiving meal, didn't appear on the pilgrims's first feast table:Ham: There is no evidence that the colonists had butchered a pig by this time, though they had brought pigs with them from England. |
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