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How to use up every one of your Thanksgiving leftovers

As you prepare for your Thanksgiving feast, it’s natural to focus on the big meal. But have you thought about how you’ll handle that mountain of Thanksgiving leftovers that often follow? Rather than letting extra turkey, mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce go to waste, why not reimagine them into new, exciting dishes? With a little creativity, those leftovers can be transformed into fresh meals that extend the joy of Thanksgiving long after the day is over. From turkey sliders to mashed potato cakes, these ideas will help you turn your post-feast extras into a series of ...

Ditch the cloying casserole for tahini roasted sweet potatoes with za’atar

The classic American-style sweet potato casserole is a Thanksgiving staple. It’s also sweet enough to be dessert. With added sugar and a finishing layer of broiled marshmallows, it can be a cloying dish that obscures the natural flavor of sweet potatoes. In this recipe from our cookbook ...

Impress guests with this flavorful appetizer

METRO — Appetizers can make a strong first impression when eating at a restaurant. Indeed, a flavorful appetizer can give diners a taste of what’s to come throughout the rest of the meal, creating a sense of anticipation that will linger all the way to the last bite. Appetizers may be ...

Make this side dish the star on Thanksgiving

METRO — Food is foremost on the minds of Thanksgiving guests. While food is a big deal on just about every holiday, the meal really takes center stage on Thanksgiving. Although turkey can be a delicious main course, many Thanksgiving diners might admit they anticipate the side dishes more ...

Pecan pie makes a perfect dessert this Thanksgiving

METRO — A Thanksgiving dinner table can be a sight to behold. For foodies and others who love the array of comfort foods on display come the second Monday in October (in Canada) or the fourth Thursday in November (in the United States), Thanksgiving is a day to circle on the calendar each year. While a mouthwatering turkey and sides like mashed potatoes and stuffing garner the bulk of the attention on Thanksgiving, the dessert table also can be a tempting place to direct one’s eyes. Though no dessert is off limits on Thanksgiving, pie is a particularly popular option on Turkey Day. ...

Thanksgiving countdown: Vegetables to rave about

A holiday meal is the perfect time to dress up… yourself, and the vegetables. Whether made with frozen, canned or fresh vegetables, when combined with other delicious ingredients you’ll serve sides that will have guests raving. We all know Thanksgiving dinner is a big job and often stressful. So, for your convenience, any of these recipes can be prepared ahead, set aside or refrigerated then baked or heated through while the turkey rests. It’s a relief to know that in the heat of the moment, when the meal has to come together for serving, you’ve got it covered. ...