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How much to buy, how to use leftovers, and other Thanksgiving tips to waste less food and money

How much to buy, how to use leftovers, and other Thanksgiving tips to waste less food and money

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.

 
Spatchcock, dry brine deliver moist, memorable turkey

Spatchcock, dry brine deliver moist, memorable turkey

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 acorn

Want elevated squash for your Thanksgiving table? Think acorn

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.

 
What’s the best box cornbread mix? Ranking 9 top brands.

What’s the best box cornbread mix? Ranking 9 top brands.

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.

 
This green bean casserole is a fresh spin on a beloved classic

This green bean casserole is a fresh spin on a beloved classic

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

The best wines for Thanksgiving — and how to pick them

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.

 
Turn Thanksgiving leftovers into this stuffing-topped turkey pot pie

Turn Thanksgiving leftovers into this stuffing-topped turkey pot pie

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.

 
Stuffing mix, premade pie crust and more Thanksgiving shortcuts we love

Stuffing mix, premade pie crust and more Thanksgiving shortcuts we love

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.

Should you brine your turkey? And other Thanksgiving questions, answered.

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.

 
These Thanksgiving recipes are modern takes on retro favorites

These Thanksgiving recipes are modern takes on retro favorites

Vintage recipes possess a certain nostalgic beauty, be they tried-and-true family favorites or a time capsule of a bygone era. With fewer gadgets and tools, they also skew less complicated. Here are five Thanksgiving recipes from the archives updated for the 21st century while leaving the spirit of the dish intact.

 

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