Thanksgiving Recipes
Plan your whole feast with my tested Thanksgiving recipes, from a juicy roast turkey and silky gravy to stuffing, sides, and pies, plus turkey tutorials to keep the big day stress-free.
Turkey Recipes
Thanksgiving Planning & Turkey Tips
A little planning makes the big day easier: my Thanksgiving game plan with a free printable planner, how long to cook your turkey, the sides you can make days ahead, and how to thaw your turkey safely.
Recipe Roundup
Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Thanksgiving Turkey
How Long to Cook a Turkey (Time Chart by Weight)
Potato Side Dishes
From fluffy mashed potatoes to cheesy hashbrown casserole and creamy potatoes au gratin, potatoes are the side everyone reaches for. For mashed, the secret is a gentle hand. Overworking cooked potatoes releases extra starch that turns them gummy, whether you boil them on the stove or cook them in the Instant Pot.
Stuffing Recipes
Dried bread is the key to stuffing that’s moist, not mushy. Dry cubes, whether bread or cornbread, soak up the seasoned broth without falling apart.
Gravy Recipes
Every gravy starts with a roux of fat and flour. Cooking the flour in fat keeps it from clumping, so the liquid thickens into a smooth, velvety sauce.
Cranberry Sauce Recipes
Cranberries are naturally rich in pectin. As they cook and burst, it’s released into the sauce and thickens it as it cools, so homemade cranberry sauce sets up beautifully however you make it.
Cooking 101
How to Carve a Turkey
Learn how to carve a turkey with finesse. It’s simple to do! Once the bird has rested, use these tips to create a gorgeous presentation while making it easier to serve your hungry guests. I have a delicious leftover turkey pot pie that will hit the spot if you find yourself with extra meat after…
Easy Culinary Science Cookbook
Enjoy 75 delicious recipes, essential cooking tips, and step-by-step guides for better cooking.
Green Bean Recipes
Aim for bright and crisp-tender. Brief cooking keeps green beans vibrant, while overcooking turns them dull olive green and soft.
Sweet Potato Recipes
Heat softens sweet potato starches into a creamy, tender texture, whether you bake, roast, mash, or top them with a crunchy casserole topping.
Breads and Cornbread
Warm bread belongs on the holiday table. Choose soft, fluffy yeast rolls and focaccia, or quick cornbread muffins that skip the rising time.
More Side Dishes
Round out the table with a few more favorites, from caramelized roasted Brussels sprouts and glazed carrots to creamy mac and cheese and corn casserole.
Pie Recipes
Every pie sets a little differently. Fruit fillings like Dutch apple thicken as starches swell in the oven, while custard pies like pumpkin, coconut custard and sweet potato firm up as the eggs set.
Thanksgiving Desserts Beyond Pie
Not everyone at the table is a pie person. These fall desserts bring the same pumpkin and apple flavors in cheesecake, crumble and cake form.
My Thanksgiving Kitchen Tools
These are the tools I reach for every Thanksgiving. You can find the rest of my favorites on my Recommended Tools page. This section contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
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ThermoWorksInstant-Read ThermometerAs a scientist I measure everything for consistent results
CuisinartRoasting PanHandles a big turkey while slow-roasting root vegetables
OXOFat SeparatorSeparates unwanted fat from flavorful juices
Anchor Hocking9″ Glass Pie PlateClear and easy to see if the crust is browningLeftover Turkey Recipes
Turn leftover turkey into easy meals for the days after Thanksgiving, from a cozy noodle soup to pot pie, sliders and enchiladas.
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