Thanksgiving Means Food

From the turkey to the mashed potatoes to your spouse’s legendary macaroni and cheese, Thanksgiving has some great eats. Throw in some pumpkin pie and maybe a slice of Grandma’s spice cake and you have some work ahead of you. The only real questions are which order you’ll go in and whether your stomach can handle a second savory helping of turkey and dressing.

Of course, there’s always room to try something different to go along with the family favorites. With that in mind, here are a few suggestions:

If you don’t have hours to spare to cook to perfect turkey, try the world’s simplest Thanksgiving turkey recipe. 

Many Thanksgiving dressings are as unique as the families that make them, which means guests often view them with suspicion. Ease their fears with this tasty kale creation, sure to please everyone at the table.

If you’re of the opinion that a quality pumpkin pie is the perfect way to cap off your Thanksgiving feast, then give Chef John’s rich pumpkin pie a whirl.

Cranberry sauce doesn’t have to be shaped like the can. Add a little zest to your holiday with this apple-orange variation on the holiday classic.

Sure, there’s the big game on your ultra-high definition 4k TV or the annual parade through 34th street, but let’s admit it: Thanksgiving wouldn’t be the same without the great food. So give these recipes a try and make your Thanksgiving meal the belt-busting spectacular it deserves to be.