Here's Gourmet magazine's take on meat-free dishes that can take center stage at any celebration.

Earthly Pleasures

The abundance of the season shines in this vegetarian Thanksgiving feast. Inspired by the Mediterranean, it's at once sophisticated and deeply satisfying.

Artichokes Braised in Lemon and Olive Oil
Mushroom and Farro Pie
Parmesan-Roasted Butternut Squash
Cranberry Sauce with Dates and Orange
Moscatel-Glazed Parsnips
Smashed Potatoes with Roasted-Garlic Gravy
Sauteed Broccoli Rabe
Kohlrabi and Mache Salad
Prune, Cherry, and Apricot Frangipane Tart
Pumpkin Tart with Anise-Seed Crust
Roasted Chestnuts

The Vegetarian's Dilemma

With combinations this robust and flavors this bright, the hardest decision is what to eat first.

Spicy Green Salad with Manchego and Pears
Roasted-Vegetable and Wine Sauce
Rice and Noodle Pilaf with Toasted Almonds
Kale with Garlic and Cranberries
Bittersweet Chocolate Pecan Pie
Apple Galette

Home for the Harvest

A robust meatless feast offers an ideal way to give thanks.

Bruschette with Chickpea Puree and Chopped Arugula Salad
Broiled Polenta Sticks
Roasted Delicata Squash and Mushrooms with Thyme
Sauteed Broccolini with Garlic
Roasted Vegetable Gravy
Frizzled Onion
Meringue Roulade with Anise Cream
Baked Figs in Lemon Syrup