Six Great Recipes for Thanksgiving

For many of us, Thanksgiving dinner is a time to trot out the special family recipes that have been unchanged for generations. For others, it’s a time to break in the new culinary concoctions we’ve been dying to try out. Whatever your preference, there are some great recipes out there to suit almost any appetite. Here are just a few:

• Turkey  To stuff or not to stuff? That is the question. About Food has information on turkey preparation and cooking times, along with other helpful tips. McCormick also has a great recipe for a mouth-watering Herb-Roasted-Turkey.
• Stuffing  How can you celebrate any holiday without taking a peek at how Martha would do it? 20 fancy stuffing recipes are available here. Or go to Stove Top's site and find some ideas to customize your stuffing and make it your own.
• Mashed Potatoes  Want creamy potatoes like Granny used to make? Try the recipe on the Pioneer Woman, complete with how-to photos and lots of hints to making your potatoes perfect.
• Sweet Potatoes  Tired of the same old sweet potatoes dish with the marshmallows on top? Betty Crocker has a sweet potato and apple salad that could become a new holiday tradition in your family.
• Cranberries  Did you want to ditch the jiggly can of jellied cranberry sauce this year? The directions for an easy Cranberry Apple Bread Pudding can be found on Campbell’s site.
• Dessert  This Pumpkin Fudge boasts 10 minutes of prep time! Perfect for when you’re pressed for time.

Happy Thanksgiving! Here’s to smooth cooking and happy eating.