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14 Insane Thanksgiving Side Dishes You Need to Make

Maris Callahan — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 18:55:54 +0000

Thanksgiving turkeys get a lot of hype, but really? It’s the side dishes that people look forward to all year. It’s the mashed potatoes, the stuffing, the corn casserole and the cranberry sauce that people look forward to all year. While some people are traditionalists when it comes to the big meal, others like to mix it up and add fresh new Thanksgiving side dishes to the dinner table each year. If you’re among those who are looking to spice up your menu this holiday season, here are 14 of the most indulgent and creative dishes you can make this year. 1. Poutine Stuffing with Sausage and Cheese Curds This poutine stuffing is a fun twist on a fall classic. Perfect for Thanksgiving, it’s packed full of pork sausage and cheese curds and topped with a delicious poutine gravy. 2. Caramelized Onion and Bacon Mashed Potatoes If you’re looking to take your ‘taters to the next level, caramelized onions and bacon will add sweet and salty flavors into these creamy and delicious bacon mashed potatoes. 3. Mushroom Goat Cheese Galette It takes a few hours to pull this savory mushroom goat cheese galette together, but when you taste the tangy goat cheese and […]

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9 Essentials to Know When Hosting Thanksgiving for the First Time

Maris Callahan — Fri, 01 Nov 2019 04:49:06 +0000

If you are hosting Thanksgiving for the first time this year, you’re probably wondering where to start. Hosting Thanksgiving for the first time is a big milestone whether you’re hosting three people or 30, especially if you’re taking over hosting duties from a family member who has established some long-standing traditions. The first time I cooked Thanksgiving dinner was for a “Friendsgiving” in college. It was also the first time I had ever dared venture into the body cavity of a turkey, and it certainly wasn’t the last. As much fun as it can be to cook the big meal, it’s also a daunting task. We asked readers for their best advice on hosting Thanksgiving for the first time and by keeping these tips and ideas in mind, you’ll be able to get the details out of the way so that you can enjoy the big day — and maybe even squeeze in a little time for a shower, too. Make a menu plan When you’re trying to pull off the orchestrated affair, planning ahead is key. When you’re planning your menu, go beyond bookmarking recipes and delegating side dishes. Make a special note of how long each dish takes to […]

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Thanksgiving Dinner for Ten [Classic Slow Cooker Stuffing]

Maris Callahan — Wed, 16 Nov 2016 06:11:16 +0000

Last week we talked abut how to cook Thanksgiving dinner for two people, and soon we’ll cover how to cook Thanksgiving dinner for six people. As the years go on and your family and friend circle grows, your Thanksgiving dinner table probably will too. Some experts say that once you’ve cooked for 10 or 12 people, you can cook for pretty much any size group of people by doubling recipes or asking people to bring a dish. By some experts, I mean my mom. THE MENU Taking into consideration that Thanksgiving side dishes are arguably the best part of the meal (no offense to the 12-pound fresh turkey I just ordered online for my own 4-6 person Thanksgiving dinner), cooking for a big group is worth the stress — it allows you to have more side dishes for everyone to sample, mix and match. For a few years, my family Thanksgiving was three or four people, which always brought a little bit of contention: we don’t really need apple and pecan pie because only one person likes them (the solution? we’d have both) and we don’t really need to have a green been casserole and corn pudding (the solution? we’d have both). As a […]

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Thanksgiving Dinner for Two [Pan Seared Turkey Cutlets]

Maris Callahan — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 19:27:36 +0000

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and if you’re hosting for the first time, there’s no need to be a hero, especially if you’re cooking for a small group. This year, Brad and I decided to avoid high priced airfare, long lines and frustrating travel delays in favor of staying home for the holiday. It’s the first time I’ll not be with my family on Thanksgiving, but I’m looking forward to cooking a low key meal for the two of us and a few of our friends. Because we are complete gluttons and we want to eat leftover turkey sandwiches, mashed potatoes and stuffing for a good solid week after the big day, I’m going to cook for roughly double the number of people that will actually be sitting around our table. I already know what kind of sandwich I’m going to make for lunch on Friday, too. I know, I probably shouldn’t have admitted to that part. If you aren’t like us though, and if you have some willpower or restraint, you might want to scale down the menu for Thanksgiving this year. If you’re cooking Thanksgiving for two people, here is how to do it with recipes meant for […]

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Four Pairs of Stretchy Pants For the Holidays

Maris Callahan — Sun, 15 Nov 2015 06:00:54 +0000

Dressing comfortably for Thanksgiving doesn’t need to mean wearing your college sweatpants and a T-shirt. While I’m sure there are some families that dress to impress for Thanksgiving, I can tell you that mine is not one of those families. I like to joke that if everyone comes to the table wearing pants, then the holiday is a roaring success. When we travel for the holiday, the dress code tends to be a little bit more trendy-casual for all involved, but when it’s dinner at home, stretchy pants are the name of the game. Here are four ways you can skip the skinny jeans but still look chic for your holiday festivities, be it home or away. Neighborhood Pant, Cory Vines, $56 Casual and comfortable, our client Cory Vines is a young brand of stylish and accessible workout attire dubbed “The Warby Parker of Activewear.” The Neighborhood Pant is perfect to stash in your carry on if you’re traveling for the holiday because you can just as easily take them for a run as you can dress them up with a cozy Neighborhood Breeze Top and a fun necklace. Groove Pant, Lululemon, $98 Get your groove on with everyone’s favorite activewear. Though $98 a pop […]

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