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1/19
Cranberry Curd Tart
From the Recipe Creator:
The tart flavors of cranberries are cut with sweet orange juice for a balanced flavor in this creamy curd tart. Topped with sugared cranberries and baked in a pecan-oat crust, this dessert will wow guests with its delicious taste and decorative display. —Julie Andrews, Rockford, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 452 calories, 26g fat (11g saturated fat), 133mg cholesterol, 186mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (44g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
When planning a Thanksgiving dessert table, I always like to have a variety of options: pies, confections and baked goods. This cranberry curd tart is a perfect option for the latter. As a bonus, the tart crust is made with pecans and oat flour, so it creates a gluten-free dessert for the table.
(Psst: Don’t have a tart pan? Make cranberry curd bars instead.)
2/19
Sheet-Pan Chicken Potpie
From the Recipe Creator:
My sheet-pan chicken potpie recipe makes enough servings of this comfort food favorite to feed a small crowd. —Susan Bronson, Rhinelander, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 542 calories, 29g fat (10g saturated fat), 95mg cholesterol, 757mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 7g fiber), 24g protein.
Now this is my idea of a cozy weeknight dinner. Shortcut ingredients—frozen veggies, rotisserie chicken and store-bought puff pastry—make it a breeze to put together in just 20 minutes. Bake it for 35 to 40 minutes to allow the crust to achieve a perfectly golden, delicious-looking finish.
3/19
Apple Pie-Stuffed Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
These apple pie-stuffed cookies are an ode to my dad and his unwavering love for apple pie and cinnamon. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 282 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 159mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
When you want to bring a dessert to a get-together but aren’t quite committed to baking something like a whole apple pie, these apple pie-stuffed cookies are it. The filling and cookie dough come together easily, and just before baking, each cookie dough ball is rolled in cinnamon sugar for a snickerdoodle-like coating.
4/19
Slow-Cooker Boursin Chicken Pasta
From the Recipe Creator:
Ever since I discovered Boursin cheese a few years ago, I've been finding new ways to use it whenever I get the chance. This slow-cooker pasta recipe is my family's latest obsession. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 862 calories, 50g fat (30g saturated fat), 212mg cholesterol, 1734mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 51g protein.
Remember the viral baked feta pasta? This recipe uses a similar idea but calls for two creamy bundles of Boursin cheese instead of feta. We also add chicken to give it a protein boost. Basically, it’s the autumn/winter version of the original.
5/19
Copycat Trader Joe’s Maple Leaf Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
These buttery maple cookies with maple filling are a copycat version of the beloved Trader Joe's maple leaf cookies, which appear on shelves every fall. —Molly Allen, Hood River, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 454 calories, 20g fat (12g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 179mg sodium, 66g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
Who else can’t resist grabbing these cookies on every Trader Joe’s run? That is, if there are even any left on the shelves! Taste of Home contributor Molly Allen figured out how to make a copycat version that tastes just as good (or maybe even better).
6/19
Gnocchi Mac and Cheese
From the Recipe Creator:
Gnocchi mac and cheese is quite possibly the most indulgent mac and cheese ever! Swapping the regular noodles for potato dumplings is a creative exchange that makes mac and cheese feel brand new again. —Nancy Mock, Southbridge, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 546 calories, 31g fat (18g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 1229mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
If you thought baked mac and cheese couldn’t get any better, try swapping in pillowy potato gnocchi for the elbow macaroni. These little dumplings might just be the most indulgent pasta shape of all! Toss them in a homemade mornay sauce, then bake until the breadcrumb topping turns golden brown.
7/19
Chicken Vesuvio
From the Recipe Creator:
This classic Chicago dish combines crispy chicken thighs, tender potatoes and a flavorful white wine sauce topped with green peas. —Susan Bronson, Rhinelander, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 855 calories, 48g fat (13g saturated fat), 177mg cholesterol, 307mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 6g fiber), 53g protein.
Want something impressive, pretty and tasty? You’ll get that with chicken vesuvio. But what if you need something easy, quick and inexpensive? This is still your dish. To pull it off, simply sear bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and then bake them with frozen peas in a garlic- and white wine-infused butter sauce.
8/19
Tiramisu Brownies
From the Recipe Creator:
These fudgy, espresso brownies have a mascarpone frosting and a dusted cocoa topping that makes them reminiscent of the classic and beloved dessert, tiramisu! —Molly Allen, Hood River, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 brownie: 389 calories, 24g fat (12g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 227mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
This year, tiramisu has been pushed to the limits. When I saw someone on social media build a tiramisu in a large cooler, I knew we had lost the plot. That’s why we’re embracing the trend but keeping the original’s simple spirit with this dessert. Making this recipe is as easy as piping a tiramisu filling over chocolate espresso brownies.
9/19
Hot Honey
From the Recipe Creator:
No need to pick up a bottle of hot honey at the grocery store when you have this recipe! Honey, red pepper flakes and apple cider vinegar are all you need to make the craveable, spicy-sweet spread. —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 teaspoon: 21 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 6g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
There is nary a dish in my kitchen that doesn’t get a kiss of hot honey before I dig in. Everything from pizza to stir fries, braised meats, vegetable side dishes, sandwiches and even my salad dressings are all very well acquainted with this quintessential kitchen condiment. Hot honey can be expensive at the store, though, so making it at home is certainly the economical option.
10/19
Miso Gravy
From the Recipe Creator:
Miso gravy is the upgrade your mashed potatoes never knew they needed. Once you try this recipe, you'll never go back to the regular kind! —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 28 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 146mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
In case anyone was wondering, this is the gravy I’ll be making for Thanksgiving this year. Miso’s umami depth adds layers of robust, funky, salty and earthy notes into a knockout gravy. It also happens to be a vegan Thanksgiving recipe (although you can totally use regular butter). We also include directions on how to make it gluten-free.
11/19
Stabilized Whipped Cream
From the Recipe Creator:
Stabilized whipped cream holds up where homemade whipped cream doesn't—yet tastes just like it! Our version with pudding mix doesn't weep or separate, doesn't deflate and can even be made in advance. —Sarah Farmer, Waukesha, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 60 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 30mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
We’re a big fan of make-ahead Thanksgiving dishes, but homemade whipped cream isn’t one of them. It’s unfortunate that it deflates when made in advance because I love adding it to my Thanksgiving pies but don’t love getting heavy whipping cream splatters on my nice sweater. That’s where stabilized whipped cream comes in. White chocolate pudding mix stiffens the whipped cream, helping it hold its shape without altering its flavor, so you can make it one or two days before Thanksgiving.
12/19
Crockpot Scalloped Potatoes
From the Recipe Creator:
Scalloped potatoes are one of our favorite potato side dishes, and are easy to make using a slow cooker. Thinly slicing them allows them to absorb the creamy heavy whipping cream, and using two types of cheddars makes it a cheesy goodness. —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 533 calories, 34g fat (21g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 600mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein.
If you’re in charge of the potato dish this year, these creamy, cheesy scalloped potatoes are delicious and fuss-free. Making them in a slow cooker means they don’t require any oven space—that’s especially helpful if one of your friends is hosting a Friendsgiving feast and you’re unsure of how everything will be heated.
13/19
Sweet Potato Sugar Cookie Delight
From the Recipe Creator:
I made a mashed sweet potato casserole for a side dish, and the next day, I realized that the leftovers tasted even better right out of the fridge cold. That's when I decided I could maybe make a really tasty dessert out of it. So, I mixed some ideas from my other recipes for pumpkin desserts together, and that's how this dessert was born! —Rhonda Van Donge, Sioux Center, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 321 calories, 16g fat (11g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 353mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
This layered dessert is ready for Thanksgiving Day as an alternative to pie. Sweet potatoes are a classic tuber on the big day, so why not include them in desserts? Here, we turn it into something like a sweet potato mousse that sits on top of a sugar cookie dough and graham cracker crust. Yum.
14/19
Egg Puffs
From the Recipe Creator:
My father loves to entertain, and these buttery egg delights are one of his favorite items to serve at brunch. The leftovers are perfect to reheat in the microwave on busy mornings, so Dad always stashes a few aside for me to take home once the party is over. —Amy Soto, Winfield, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
2 puffs: 275 calories, 21g fat (12g saturated fat), 194mg cholesterol, 486mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 16g protein.
It can be challenging to figure out how to make breakfast for loved ones visiting during the holidays. Feed the masses with these easy and delicious egg puffs. The recipe is made with mushrooms and green onions, but you can add anything you want. Use it as an excuse for a fridge clean-out meal, or add it to your list of favorite Thanksgiving leftover recipes.
15/19
Fried Apples and Onions
From the Recipe Creator:
You'll be surprised how many uses you can find for this cozy side dish. Pair it with pork, spoon it over toast, arrange it over roasted butternut squash or even stack a spoonful on a burger or in a grilled cheese. —Janice Mitchell, Aurora, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 137 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 230mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 4g fiber), 1g protein.
Savory, sweet and spiced, this apple dish is an easy, autumnal side to accompany any fall dinner. Garnish the dish with chopped parsley, chives or thyme to add a pop of color.
16/19
Malted Chocolate Chip Cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
These cookies are the next best thing to a good old-fashioned malted milk. With malted milk powder, chocolate syrup, and chocolate chips and chunks, these are the best cookies I've ever tasted—and with six kids, I've made a lot of cookies over the years! —Teri Schloessmann, Tulsa, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 cookie: 363 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 172mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
Malted milk powder is a genius addition to chocolate chip cookies, adding a toasted, caramelized cream flavor to an already rich cookie. Want to take this over the top? Make the cookies with homemade browned butter instead of shortening.
17/19
Pumpkin Spice Creamer
From the Recipe Creator:
This homemade pumpkin spice creamer recipe will beat any bottle you pick up at the store. Plus, it's free of any artificial ingredients, so you can feel confident adding it to your coffee every morning. —Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
2 teaspoons: 39 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 3mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
Keep the store-bought stuff on the shelves; pumpkin spice creamer is surprisingly easy to make at home. Unlike the packaged stuff, this homemade creamer uses real pumpkin puree, warming spices and maple syrup, so there’s a lot of great autumnal flavor.
18/19
Pickle-Brine Turkey
From the Recipe Creator:
Brining creates a moist and tender roast turkey. When that brine is made with pickle juice, you get a pickle-brined turkey that's especially flavorful and fun. —Nancy Mock, Southbridge, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 418 calories, 22g fat (7g saturated fat), 184mg cholesterol, 165mg sodium, 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 52g protein.
This year, we’re making modern Thanksgiving recipes that upgrade the classics, including the bird. We brine it in pickle juice to tenderize the meat and add all that great pickle flavor.
19/19
Everything Bagel Stuffing
From the Recipe Creator:
Everything bagel lovers will love this stuffing! Our recipe calls for everything bagel seasoning and uses cubed everything bagels in place of bread cubes. —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 223 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 556mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
Is there a person alive who doesn’t love everything bagel seasoning? The savory, herbaceous spice blend enlivens traditional stuffing without deviating from the classic flavor profile too much. We still want grandma to eat it, right?
Lucy Wang
Lucy is a first-generation Asian American mom and influencer who loves creating fun, approachable recipes.
