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    Why It’s Better to Use Canned Pumpkin for Fall Baking

    You might think that fresh is always best, but for fall baking, canned pumpkin is king. Find out why our...


    21 Pro Tips for Buying Turkey for a Perfect Thanksgiving

    Shopping for a turkey should be easy! Here are some tips from a professional chef that will make finding and...


    How to Season a Turkey: 11 Secrets to the Most Flavorful Turkey in 2023

    Make your Thanksgiving turkey more flavorful than ever with our top turkey tips. In no time, you'll know how...


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    How Much Turkey Do You Need Per Person?

    Sick of being unsure of how much turkey you need per person? This handy rule will make your Thanksgiving planning...


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    How to Carve a Turkey

    Carving a turkey seems like a daunting task, but with our best turkey tips and instructions you'll learn how...


    12 Things You Should Put in Your Turkey That Aren’t Stuffing

    Wondering what to stuff the turkey with this Thanksgiving? Here are our top picks for ingredients that add flavor and...


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    How to Spatchcock a Turkey: The Secret Cooking Technique You’ve Been Missing Out On

    Finally! A juicy, perfectly roasted turkey is possible with this easy step-by-step guide to the spatchcocking technique.


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    I Made the ‘Weeknight Bolognese’ That Ina Garten Loves and Now I Love it Too

    A weeknight bolognese that tastes like it simmered all Sunday; how easy is that?

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    How to Deep-Fry a Turkey

    A deep-fried turkey means tender, juicy meat that's ready in a fraction of the time. Follow our step-by-step guide to...


    18 Thanksgiving Leftovers You Can Store in the Freezer (and 3 You Can’t)

    Freezing leftover Thanksgiving food allows you to enjoy leftovers long after the holiday. Here's what to freeze and how to...


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    How to Cook Deconstructed Turkey

    Instead of roasting a whole turkey this year, consider making a deconstructed turkey. It cooks up faster, and every piece...


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    How to Cook a Frozen Turkey (and Save Thanksgiving)

    Forgot to thaw that Thanksgiving turkey? Get tips on how to cook a frozen turkey from a pro.


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    We Tried Dolly Parton’s 5-Layer Casserole, and Now We’re Making It on Repeat

    Is the Queen of Country also the queen of cooking? We put this Dolly Parton casserole to the test!


    How to Thaw a Frozen Turkey Safely

    How long does it take for a turkey to thaw? Here's how you can thaw a turkey in the refrigerator,...


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    16 Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast Recipes for Stress-Free Holidays

    Making a slow-cooker turkey breast for Thanksgiving is so stress-free, you’ll realize you can do it any time of year!


    68 Favorite Thanksgiving Recipes for the Slow Cooker

    Save space in your oven this Thanksgiving by using your slow cooker to whip up holiday favorites like turkey, sides,...


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    We Made the Pioneer Woman Apple Crisp Recipe—and It’s Totally Worth the Hype

    Put together this simple and delicious Pioneer Woman apple crisp for the ultimate comfort dessert!

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    How Long to Cook a Turkey

    Having Thanksgiving dinner right on time is easy when you know how long to cook a turkey.


    This Copycat Cinnabon Recipe Makes Cinnamon Rolls Even Better Than the Food Court

    You can replicate the sweet, squishy, everyone's-favorite cinnamon roll—including that incredible Cinnabon frosting. Just follow our copycat Cinnabon recipe!


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    How to Cook a Turkey: Your Step-by-Step Guide

    Want to learn how to cook a turkey? We've nailed down the perfect method. Our Test Kitchen pros walk you...



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    How to Cook Turkey in a Bag (an Oven Bag, That Is)

    After learning how to cook a turkey in a bag, a perfectly browned, juicy Thanksgiving turkey could be on your...


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    Can You Leave a Turkey Out to Thaw Overnight?

    Here's everything you need to know about how not to thaw your bird before Thanksgiving.

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    30+ Tips Every Baker Needs to Know for the 2023 Holiday Season

    The holiday season is when home bakers kick things into high gear. These holiday baking tips will help you create...


    Grandma’s Best Secrets for Homemade Gravy

    How did Grandma get such flawless, flavorful, lump-free homemade gravy? We show you how to recreate that golden goodness.


    How to Make Cranberry Relish

    This zesty, easy-to-make cranberry relish recipe belongs on your Thanksgiving table.


    How to Make Your Very Own Healthy Snickers

    So that means I can have them all the time now, right?


    The Best Instant Pot Deals To Level Up Your Cooking

    We're under pressure...to locate the top Instant Pot sale finds! These Instant Pot deals include some of the best savings...


    How to Make Cowboy Queso

    It's hard to go wrong when you combine cheese, meat and beer! This cowboy queso recipe will quickly become a...