Food
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Volcano trap, quicksand yard: Kids’ creative plans for getting turkey to the Thanksgiving tableNov 24, 2025 3:06 pm - When you sit down for the big dinner Thursday, you might want to listen to the diners at the kids’ table. They have interesting takes on just how to get and prepare Mr. Tom Turkey. And it requires more work and some unusual supplies.
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How much to buy, how to use leftovers, and other Thanksgiving tips to waste less food and money
Nov 24, 2025 8:20 am - A major highlight of Thanksgiving is the menu, but the big meal can come with a lot of wasted food. Experts say a pinch of extra planning can ensure more gets eaten.
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Spatchcock, dry brine deliver moist, memorable turkeyNov 24, 2025 6:49 am - After years of trial, error and dry turkey, Don Mauer landed on a Thanksgiving game changer. Now, for a moist and flavorful bird, he roasts a whole, heirloom turkey, spatchcocked and dry-brined.
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Want elevated squash for your Thanksgiving table? Think acornNov 24, 2025 6:49 am - This Thanksgiving, if you’re looking for sides that feel seasonal, elevated and a little unexpected, acorn squash deserves the spotlight. Here are two recipes that show just how versatile it can be: Acorn Squash with Chai Honey Glaze and Wild Rice Squash Salad.
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What’s the best box cornbread mix? Ranking 9 top brands.Nov 24, 2025 6:49 am - There may be no dish more quintessentially American than cornbread. And while there’s a maze of offerings at the grocery store, commercially available mixes are a mixed bag. Here tasters ranked nine products, including the top-selling brands of baking mixes.
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This green bean casserole is a fresh spin on a beloved classic
Nov 24, 2025 6:48 am - This green bean casserole offers a refreshing new perspective on a Thanksgiving favorite with its fresh, from-scratch ingredients: crisp green beans, sautéed mushrooms, a creamy, garlicky sauce and a crunchy topping of crispy shallots.
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The best wines for Thanksgiving — and how to pick them
Nov 24, 2025 6:46 am - Whatever you like to drink, and however much you want to spend, there’s an array of Thanksgiving wines for you. Here’s how to find them.
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Turn Thanksgiving leftovers into this stuffing-topped turkey pot pie
Nov 24, 2025 5:48 am - Thanksgiving leftovers, including turkey, stuffing and green beans, make for a speedy stovetop-to-oven pot pie. In this recipe, build a flavorful base in the skillet before adding leftover meat and vegetables. Top it with dumpling-like tufts of leftover stuffing.
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Stuffing mix, premade pie crust and more Thanksgiving shortcuts we love
Nov 21, 2025 9:10 am - These days, pretty much all of the Thanksgiving meal can be outsourced to professionals or replaced with store-bought products. Here are five favorite shortcuts to help make Turkey Day more manageable.
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Should you brine your turkey? And other Thanksgiving questions, answered.
Nov 21, 2025 8:45 am - Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a first-timer when it comes to cooking for Thanksgiving, chances are you’ll encounter a little confusion about at least one part of the holiday meal. Don’t stress out! You are fully capable of making an incredible Thanksgiving meal, no matter the size of your gathering or your oven.