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How a Jar of Mayo Helped Us Win Thanksgiving
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How a Jar of Mayo Helped Us Win Thanksgiving

It started with a sandwich. It ended with a #mayoturkey.
What's a Vegetarian Main Course That Can Rival the Drama of Turkey?
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What's a Vegetarian Main Course That Can Rival the Drama of Turkey?

Turducken, you've got nothing on this.
Should I Make My Pie Crust With Butter or Shortening? (Or Both?)
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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.
I Hate Last-Minute Trips to the Store. How Can I Stop Them?
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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.
Can I Really Make Pie a Whole Month in Advance?
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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.
Something Went Wrong With My Pie. How Do I Fix It?
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Something Went Wrong With My Pie. How Do I Fix It?

...Including the dreaded "pie gap."
Do I Really Need a Roasting Pan to Cook a Turkey?
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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.
Which Leftovers Freeze Well&-and How Should I Freeze Them?
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Which Leftovers Freeze Well—and How Should I Freeze Them?

(In a few weeks, that is.)
How Long Can My Roast Turkey Sit Out Without It Poisoning People?
Is It Totally Shameful to Use Store-Bought Stuffing?
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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.
What Are Some Appetizers That Won't Ruin Everybody's Appetites?
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What Are Some Appetizers That Won't Ruin Everybody's Appetites?

The ultimate guide to snacking before the main event.
Are There Any Thanksgiving Salads People Will Actually Eat?
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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.
How Do I Get the Crispiest Turkey Skin Ever?
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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.
How Do I Bake Rolls for Thanksgiving&-Without Going Insane?
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How Do I Bake Rolls for Thanksgiving—Without Going Insane?

With this trick, it's NBD.
How Can I Make My Dressing Taste Like It Was Baked Inside the Turkey?
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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.
How Can I Make Any Side Dish Ahead of Time?
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How Can I Make Any Side Dish Ahead of Time?

The best way to ease your day-of cooking load.
Can Somebody Please Just Tell Me What Wine to Pour?
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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.
How Big Should My Bird Be?
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How Big Should My Bird Be?

And by "right size" we mean a bird big enough to yield leftovers.
Is This the Most Epic Thanksgiving Menu of All Time?
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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!)
How Can I Prevent a Lumpy Gravy?
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How Can I Prevent a Lumpy Gravy?

Ladies and gentlemen, our national, lumpy nightmare is over.