My collection of cookbooks is large. I enjoy reading and studying them—and my Taste of Home issues—like novels. When we travel, my souvenir is a cookbook. I've brought them home from Holland, where my grandmother came from, and from Germany and Austria.

Finding a cookbook in China while visiting our daughter was more of a task because no English versions were available. We finally came across one with step-by-step pictures I can follow.

I look forward to a busy, happy time in the kitchen this Thanksgiving. I'm sure many of you feel the same way. And if you decide to try one or more of my recipes for your celebration, I'd be delighted!

Stuffed Roast Turkey

Mallow-Topped Sweet Potatoes

Herbed Corn

Walnut-Date Pumpkin Pie