Holidays & Events

Holidays Events
How a Jar of Mayo Helped Us Win Thanksgiving
It started with a sandwich. It ended with a #mayoturkey.

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What's a Vegetarian Main Course That Can Rival the Drama of Turkey?
Turducken, you've got nothing on this.

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Should I Make My Pie Crust With Butter or Shortening? (Or Both?)
We baked dozens of pies to uncover the pie crust method that works every time.

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I Hate Last-Minute Trips to the Store. How Can I Stop Them?
Buy them now, and you'll avoid the last-minute scramble.

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Can I Really Make Pie a Whole Month in Advance?
The easiest way to not freak out on the big day? Get a jump start on dessert.

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Something Went Wrong With My Pie. How Do I Fix It?
...Including the dreaded "pie gap."

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Do I Really Need a Roasting Pan to Cook a Turkey?
We figured out how to roast a turkey on a sheet tray.


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How Long Can My Roast Turkey Sit Out Without It Poisoning People?
Don't forget this one.

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Is It Totally Shameful to Use Store-Bought Stuffing?
Boxed stuffing will never be as good as homemade. But there are ways to get it close.

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What Are Some Appetizers That Won't Ruin Everybody's Appetites?
The ultimate guide to snacking before the main event.

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Are There Any Thanksgiving Salads People Will Actually Eat?
Who wants salad for Thanksgiving? Everyone. They just don't know they do.

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How Do I Get the Crispiest Turkey Skin Ever?
Sometimes, the best thing we can do for our turkey is...nothing.


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How Can I Make My Dressing Taste Like It Was Baked Inside the Turkey?
You'll feel strange when you do it. But it works.

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How Can I Make Any Side Dish Ahead of Time?
The best way to ease your day-of cooking load.

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Can Somebody Please Just Tell Me What Wine to Pour?
All you have to do is answer a few easy questions.

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How Big Should My Bird Be?
And by "right size" we mean a bird big enough to yield leftovers.

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Is This the Most Epic Thanksgiving Menu of All Time?
This year we're going elegant but easy, with recipes that shake—but don't break—the traditional Thanksgiving mold. (Looking at you, mayo-roasted turkey!)

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How Can I Prevent a Lumpy Gravy?
Ladies and gentlemen, our national, lumpy nightmare is over.