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We're diving into Thanksgiving – and it is just around the corner! As we plan and prepare our way toward this special day, we know it's all about the bird – and so much more. When family and friends gather at your table, we'll...

Maintaining sanity and organization go hand-in-hand for holiday meal preparation. The more you plan in advance, the less stressed you'll feel on Thanksgiving Day. It's time to make lists (more than one), dig out the best serving dishes, and clean...

The splendor of a traditional Thanksgiving table rewards us with vibrant fall colors and many favorite foods. They are comforting as well – packed with warm memories of past family gatherings and expectations of those to come. The standards remain...

The Thanksgiving table can be filled with a variety of foods. The importance lies in a range of dishes that is appealing visually as well as tasty. Traditions steadfastly abound in many homes, with fare based on generational recipes and customs. Modern...

Just as diverse as family members may be, so are their eating habits. Some of these dietary demands are simply eccentric, while others are based on health and lifestyle choices. You may not be as concerned about who hates peas (they can pick those out...

How do you create a Thanksgiving spread with the freshest foods and dishes? It is almost impossible to feed a crowd when all the goodies must be prepared on the same day. That's where seasoned cooks have crafted the true meaning of "make ahead...

When it comes to preparing a Thanksgiving feast, we always want it to be "just right." For some, that may mean weeks of preparation; for others, it involves worrying about when to purchase what foods and finding the quickest way to go about...

Thanksgiving Day brings wonderful aromas that waft throughout our homes. They fill the senses with real-time goodies as well as memories of celebrations of years past. It is an instant invitation to recall favorite family members greeting us with open...

The turkey industry loves the Thanksgiving season – and we love the turkey industry. Most of us will sift through the frozen section, looking for the perfect bird. The ideal specimen will be hard as a rock and ready to be of service. We can't...

Turkeys are piled high in cold storage bins at groceries during the month of November. You won't have any way of knowing how long it has been in this state and it really isn't important. The quality of a well-frozen bird remains the same for at...

Planning the right amounts of food for a family gathering is not easy. One of the worst fears of hosting a Thanksgiving dinner is running out of the important food groups: turkey , dressing, gravy, and pumpkin pies. You can't have too much turkey...

You are just a few days away from Thanksgiving when it becomes crucial to make space in the refrigerator for that rock-hard bird. Before you can envision a golden-skinned turkey on the table, it has to thaw. Depending on the bird, this may take several...

Cooking your first, second, or any Thanksgiving bird can be a nerve-wracking experience. Many of us continue to proudly volunteer our kitchens for this annual family gathering. Even cooks who have packed poultry into many a roaster pan can claim missteps...

Grilling outdoors on Thanksgiving can be a fun alternative to the tradition of roasting. It delivers some unique flavors to the table – as long as a little snow or ice won't cause interference. Even better, you'll have more space in the...

Deep-frying a turkey is an exciting outdoor experience. Many who try it for the first time discover they would not have a Thanksgiving feast any other way. The process may be considered more "Cajun" or "Southern," but kits, or rigs...