Dishes to feed a crowd in the days leading up to Thanksgiving, dishes that double as dinners or sides for the big day, and what to do with leftovers. Bacon and Brussels Sprout Mac and Cheese; Carrot, Sweet Potato, and Squash Soup; BBQ Turkey Gumbo; Turkey, Fennel, and Onions With Buttered Egg Noodles; Turkey, Mushroom, and Corn Casserole.
Ina Garten's favorite part of Thanksgiving is the sides, and she is sharing past classics and new favorites. There's Mushroom and Leek Bread Pudding, Homemade Gravy and Cranberry Fruit Conserve. She has new ideas for sprouts, sauteed, roasted, shredded and taste-tested by Bobby Flay, and Ina makes the best Haricots Verts with Dill and Hazelnuts. Then, there's amazing Celery Root and Apple Puree and Classic Mashed Potatoes with Three Variations, and Root Vegetable Gratin is make-ahead and marvelous. For roasted vegetables, Ina's got cauliflower, carrots, kale and a new favorite, Roasted Broccolini with Cheddar. Plus, Nigella Lawson, Chef Marcus Samuelsson, Jennifer Garner and Chef Massimo Bottura share their must-have Thanksgiving dishes. Forget the turkey -- Thanksgiving dinner is all about the sides.
Ina Garten's favorite part of the Thanksgiving meal is the side dishes, and she's leaving no vegetable unturned for side dishes that will steal the spotlight at the big feast. There's everything from Mushroom and Leek Bread Pudding with Homemade Gravy and Cranberry Fruit Conserve to Haricots Verts with Dill and Hazelnuts. Then she shares tasty ideas for Sauteed Brussels Sprouts and Bacon, plus Celery Root and Apple Puree. Ina starts with Classic Mashed Potatoes and takes them in three new directions: Truffled Mashed Potatoes, Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Garlic Mashed Potatoes. In the oven, a colorful Roasted Beet, Butternut Squash and Apple Salad bakes along with a make-ahead Root Vegetable Gratin. There are even some cool, side-inspired table setting ideas. Ina also asks friends to reveal their must-have Thanksgiving sides. For Nigella Lawson, its Red Cabbage with Pomegranate, and Chef Marcus Samuelsson has to have his Killer Collards. Ina's biggest fan, actress Jennifer Garner, makes her grandmother Exie Mae Garner's Sweet Potato Casserole in an episode of her "Pretend Cooking Show" shot especially for Ina.
Follow Alton Brown on his mission to throw off the dry turkey curse that's haunted his family for ages. Can he unlock the secrets to a juicy turkey that cooks in just two hours before being overrun by meddling (not to mention uninvited) kinfolk?
Whether you're looking for turkey recipes, stuffing, side dishes, pies or other desserts, we've got you covered. Find great advice and Thanksgiving recipes to plan your Thanksgiving dinner menu.
Follow Alton Brown on his mission to throw off the dry turkey curse that's haunted his family for ages. Can he unlock the secrets to a juicy turkey that cooks in just two hours before being overrun by meddling (not to mention uninvited) kinfolk?
Whether you're looking for turkey recipes, stuffing, side dishes, pies or other desserts, we've got you covered. Find great advice and Thanksgiving recipes to plan your Thanksgiving dinner menu.
The chefs learn that instead of the usual appetizer, entree and dessert baskets, their Thanksgiving-themed rounds will be sides, turkey and pie -- all Turkey Day essentials! In round one, the competitors hustle to make magnificent side dishes using a strange ice cream and soup made from judge Martha Stewart's recipe. The remaining three chefs must attempt to put a creative spin on their turkey plates. Finally, the promise of pies and tawny port makes for a festive pie round.
It's so easy to make a rich homemade stock that will add amazing flavor to loads of Thanksgiving dishes, from gravy to sides. Chef Miriam Garron shares her top tips and tricks for making this liquid gold.