Thanksgiving

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Savory Corn Pudding

This surefire crowd-pleaser includes sweet corn in three ways: in the corn muffin mix, creamed, and whole kernels. Take it for a walk on the wild side by adding chopped jalapeños.

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Creamy Garlic-Cauliflower Purée

Steaming the cauliflower in the microwave is the trick to this easy, low-carb twist on mashed potatoes.

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Balsamic-Roasted Acorn Squash

Roasting brings out the sweetness of winter squash, which balances the tangy balsamic glaze. Toasted pecans lend a nutty crunch to this five-ingredient side dish.

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Bacon–Butternut Squash Stuffing

Smoky bacon and sweet butternut squash bring extra flavor to this traditional stuffing that everyone will love.

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Brown Sugar Sweet Potatoes with Walnuts

Butter and brown sugar caramelize between sweet potato slices and crunchy nuts in this dish that is just as good piping hot as it is made ahead and reheated.

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Roasted Cranberry Sauce

Roasting is a hands-off way to intensify the sweet-tart flavor of cranberries in this unique spin on a holiday favorite.

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Slow Cooker Turkey Breast with Mustard Sauce

For a smaller crowd, whip up this turkey breast. Bonus: no need to dirty another pan for the gravy; it comes together right in the slow cooker!

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Cranberry-Bacon Wheels(with video)

Sweet and tangy from the cranberry, smoky and savory from the bacon, this four-ingredient appetizer has it all.

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Loaded Smashed Potatoes(with video)

Mashed potatoes get a magical upgrade with all the best fixings like bacon, Cheddar, and chives.

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Warm Marinated Olives

Adding aromatic bay leaves and flakes of crushed pepper is an easy but elegant way to upgrade this store-bought snack.

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Smashed Red Potatoes with Buttermilk and Olive Oil

Leaving the skin on this variation of mashed potatoes gives it a pop of color and a rustic texture.

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Chocolate-Coffee Truffle Tart

Coffee is the perfect accent to the deep, rich, chocolaty flavor of this tart. Crispy gluten-free chocolate cookies would also work for the press-in crust.

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Apple Cider Punch

A big-batch drink lets guests help themselves. In this one, apple cider and apple brandy join forces with citrus and whiskey for the perfect autumn cocktail.

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Brussels Sprouts Salad with Dried Cherries

Using store-bought shredded sprouts means the hard work has already been done. A Dijon-spiked dressing, pecans, and dried fruit turn the salad into a crowd-pleaser.

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Mini Maple Pecan Tartlets

These tiny tartlets feature all the flavors of pecan pie in one bite, making it easier to sample all the desserts on your Thanksgiving table.

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Bacon-Wrapped Turkey Breast(with video)

Juicy bacon does double duty in this Thanksgiving showstopper by keeping the lean turkey meat moist and delivering a crispy outer layer.

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Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Garlic goes from pungent to sweet when roasted, giving these creamy, dreamy potatoes a delicious flavor boost.

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Pumpkin Cheesecake

Consider replacing your traditional pumpkin pie with this dessert that uses all the same warm spices and canned pumpkin but pairs them with an ultra-fluffy, creamy cheesecake base.