Thanksgiving

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Bacon-Wrapped Turkey Breast(with video)

Juicy bacon does double duty in this Thanksgiving showstopper by keeping the lean turkey meat moist and delivering a crispy outer layer.

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Green Beans with Gruyère Bechamel(with video)

Earthy and nutty Gruyère cheese puts a new spin on this no-bake green bean casserole that frees up precious oven space.

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Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Garlic goes from pungent to sweet when roasted, giving these creamy, dreamy potatoes a delicious flavor boost.

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Gingery Cranberry Sauce

Take store-bought cranberry sauce to new heights by adding flavor powerhouses like fresh ginger, orange zest, and cinnamon.

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Kale Salad with Cranberries, Pepitas, and Parmesan

While pepitas are technically pumpkin seeds, they’re not the kind you roast up after carving a pumpkin. They are softer and come from different squash varieties.

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Pumpkin Cheesecake

Consider replacing your traditional pumpkin pie with this dessert that uses all the same warm spices and canned pumpkin but pairs them with an ultra-fluffy, creamy cheesecake base.

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Cider-Glazed Turkey and Gravy

Sweet from the apple cider and savory from the fresh herbs, this delectable turkey is perfect for feeding your party of 8 with plenty of leftovers for the next day.

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Brussels Sprouts Salad with Dried Cherries

Using store-bought shredded sprouts means the hard work has already been done. A Dijon-spiked dressing, pecans, and dried fruit turn the salad into a crowd-pleaser.

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Mini Maple Pecan Tartlets

These tiny tartlets feature all the flavors of pecan pie in one bite, making it easier to sample all the desserts on your Thanksgiving table.

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Loaded Smashed Potatoes(with video)

Mashed potatoes get a magical upgrade with all the best fixings like bacon, Cheddar, and chives.

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Herbed Crescent Roll Pinwheels

Easy on the eyes, these flavorful pinwheels also melt in the mouth. Serve them as a side or as an hors d’oeuvres with cocktails before dinner.

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Triple Cranberry Sauce

The triple threat of dried cranberries, frozen cranberries, and cranberry juice makes for a sauce no one can resist.

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Slow Cooker Turkey Breast with Mustard Sauce

For a smaller crowd, whip up this turkey breast. Bonus: no need to dirty another pan for the gravy; it comes together right in the slow cooker!

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Cranberry-Bacon Wheels(with video)

Sweet and tangy from the cranberry, smoky and savory from the bacon, this four-ingredient appetizer has it all.

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Herb Roasted Parsnips and Carrots

Sweet root vegetables and fresh herbs are a natural pair in this easy but impressive side dish.

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Smashed Red Potatoes with Buttermilk and Olive Oil

Leaving the skin on this variation of mashed potatoes gives it a pop of color and a rustic texture.

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Chocolate-Coffee Truffle Tart

Coffee is the perfect accent to the deep, rich, chocolaty flavor of this tart. Crispy gluten-free chocolate cookies would also work for the press-in crust.

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Apple Cider Punch

A big-batch drink lets guests help themselves. In this one, apple cider and apple brandy join forces with citrus and whiskey for the perfect autumn cocktail.