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Harissa-Honey Glazed Carrots

Kelli Foster — Sun, 08 Nov 2026 14:00:00 -0500

My favorite approach to getting interesting side dishes on the table (especially when it comes to Thanksgiving sides) is taking beloved classic recipes and giving them a simple yet super flavorful twist. The twist should ideally require very little extra effort and involve just an ingredient or two from the pantry, like brown butter mashed sweet potatoes and hot honey Brussels spouts.My family loves glazed carrots, and they’re a staple at basically every holiday dinner. READ MORE...

7UP Cake

Janette Zepeda — Sun, 08 Nov 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Its pure nostalgia in every bite. READ MORE...

I Never Make Meatballs with Breadcrumbs Anymore — I Use This for Better Flavor and Texture

Patty Catalano — Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:00:00 -0500

A smart tip for juicy, tender meatballs. READ MORE...

My 2-Ingredient Slow Cooker Beef Is So Good, You’ll Make It Every Week

Rebecca Strong — Sun, 08 Nov 2026 10:30:00 -0500

It tastes better than takeout. READ MORE...

These Crispy Bacon Brussels Sprouts Are THE Most Delicious Thanksgiving Vegetable

Celia Funderburk — Sun, 08 Nov 2026 10:00:00 -0500

I used to work at a restaurant that made the best roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon. Anytime I was offered a comped meal or got to take home some leftovers after a dinner shift, my attention would always dart to that menu item. Since then, I have had a special appreciation for a bacon and Brussels dish. Even though our recipe is not the exact same as the one from the restaurant I used to work at, it is pretty close. And it might actually be better in some ways. READ MORE...

Shepherd’s Mashed Potatoes

Rachel Perlmutter — Sun, 08 Nov 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Mashed potatoes are a Thanksgiving staple side dish, but I’ll admit in the past I’ve been guilty of uttering the phrase “I guess we have to serve mashed potatoes” with a distinct lack of enthusiasm. They’re essential for the same reason they can be, well, kind of boring (sorry!): They’re soft and rich, and they perfectly blend with whatever else ends up on your fork in a way crispy potatoes just can’t match. READ MORE...

Hamburger Helper-Style Gnocchi

Patty Catalano — Sun, 08 Nov 2026 07:00:00 -0500

So delicious, I could eat it straight from the pan. READ MORE...

Thanksgiving Margarita

Alexis deBoschnek — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:00:00 -0500

Editor’s Note: If you’ve cooked this beloved recipe before, it might look a little different these days! We recently improved it to make it even easier to follow and more delicious.When Thanksgiving dinner planning starts, there’s of course the usual roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, and too many sides to count that makes it onto the list. But don’t forget to think about what everyone’s going to be drinking! READ MORE...

Slow Cooker Cheesy Garlic Brussels Sprouts

Patty Catalano — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Welcoming Brussels sprouts back to the dinner table is one of autumn’s greatest pleasures. But once you’ve served them shredded into slaw or crisped on a baking sheet, it’s time for something new. Tonight, serve tender slow-cooked Brussels sprouts dressed in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, all without lifting a finger. If you’re still reeling from the drab, tasteless spouts you had as a kid (sorry, Mom! READ MORE...

Baked Apples

Patty Catalano — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Your whole kitchen will smell like fall. READ MORE...

This Old-School Side Is Always the First to Disappear at Thanksgiving

Patty Catalano — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 12:00:00 -0500

No shade to the Thanksgiving turkey, but holiday cooking is really about the side dishes. Plates are piled high with green bean casserole, mashed potatoes, and sweet potatoes, but don’t forget to leave space for Jiffy corn casserole. Jiffy corn casserole debuted decades ago, and has become a beloved Thanksgiving side dish ever since. I know it always makes an appearance on my Thanksgiving table. The casserole is part tender cornbread and part creamy corn pudding. READ MORE...

Next Time You Make Chicken Noodle Soup, Don’t Skip Emily Blunt’s Upgrade

Celia Funderburk — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 11:00:00 -0500

It is the beginning of sniffle season in my social circles. Whether you catch a cold or you’ve got the flu, you can never go wrong with making a big pot of healing soup. And in my opinion, the all-time best soup for comfort is chicken noodle. I was recently flipping through one of Stanley Tucci’s old cookbooks, The Tucci Table: Cooking With Family and Friends from 2014, and saw a recipe from his famous sister-in-law, Emily Blunt. READ MORE...

I Compared Marie Callender’s Legendary Frozen Chicken Pot Pie Against This Fan-Favorite, and Found the Clear Winner

Jarrett Melendez — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 10:30:00 -0500

It has a buttery crust and the most tender chicken. READ MORE...

French Country Pot Roast

Jan Valdez — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 10:00:00 -0500

This pot roast tastes like you spent all afternoon in the kitchen, but you only need about 30 minutes of prep before the oven takes over and fills your house with the most amazing aroma. Inspired by daube Provençale (the classic slow-braised French beef stew that can be made with either red or white wine), I turned the white wine version into this hearty pot roast. READ MORE...

My Cheap French Trick for Adding So Much Flavor to Pot Roast

Ivy Manning — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 09:30:00 -0500

“My favorite slow cooker meal, Frenchified!” READ MORE...

Banana Pudding Delight

Kayla Hoang — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Banana pudding, specifically Magnolia Bakery’s, holds a nostalgic place in my heart. There’s just something about the combination of the fluffy-yet-velvety pudding with slices of ripe banana and perfectly softened Nilla wafers that hits the spot every time. Although I often turn to my banana pudding cookies to satisfy the craving when it strikes (it’s great for using up overripe bananas! READ MORE...

35 Best Williams Sonoma Gifts for Home Cooks (Starting at $10)

Stephanie Ganz — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 18:00:00 -0500

Whenever I’m browsing the aisles at Williams Sonoma (in person or online), I’m reminded of the phrase “like a kid in a candy store.” I’m someone who spends as much time as possible in my kitchen — so Williams Sonoma is the candy store, and I’m Augustus Gloop. I know I’m not alone in this. READ MORE...

The 10 Best Aldi Wines, According to a Former Wine Buyer (All Under $12)

Mackenzie Filson — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:30:00 -0500

According to a former wine buyer. READ MORE...

I Teased My Mom for Using This $10 Kitchen Tool, Now I’m Getting One for Myself (It Saves So Much Time!)