When it comes to Thanksgiving appetizers, you can’t go wrong with deviled eggs. They’re creamy, bite-sized, and incredibly easy to make ahead—which means one less thing to worry about while your turkey is roasting. I make deviled eggs for almost every family gathering, and they’re always the first to disappear. If I weren’t on a …
I don’t know about you, but to me, it’s the side dishes that truly make Thanksgiving special. Sure, turkey takes the spotlight, but the real excitement comes from everything that surrounds it: creamy, cheesy, buttery, perfectly roasted goodness that keeps you going back for “just one more bite.” Whether you’re craving something cozy and comforting …
Cauliflower gratin is the kind of side dish that can steal the spotlight from any main course. Tender cauliflower baked in a creamy cheese sauce, topped with crispy, golden breadcrumbs. In my mind, this gratin is an elegant and guilt-free version of mac and cheese, and yes, you can quote me on that. If you’re …
Corn pudding is one of those timeless dishes that brings warmth to any table. It’s golden, creamy, and just sweet enough to balance out savory mains. If you’ve never tried it before, think of it as a cross between cornbread and custard, with a silky texture and buttery flavor that practically melts in your mouth. …
No Thanksgiving dinner feels complete without a green bean casserole on the table. It’s the ultimate comfort side—creamy, crunchy, savory, and nostalgic all at once. Between the creamy mushroom sauce and that irresistible crispy onion topping, it’s the perfect balance of cozy and indulgent. This dish first appeared in the 1950s, thanks to a test …
There’s something about a crisp, creamy Waldorf Salad that perfectly balances all the rich dishes on a Thanksgiving table. Between the buttery mashed potatoes, roasted turkey, and stuffing, this salad is the cool, crunchy bite that resets your palate. It’s light yet satisfying. Sweet apples, juicy grapes, crunchy celery, and toasted walnuts all tossed in …
When Thanksgiving rolls around, it’s easy to focus on pies and cakes—but trust me, these brown butter pumpkin chocolate chip cookies deserve a spot at the table. They’re soft, chewy, spiced just right, and have that irresistible nutty aroma from the brown butter that makes your kitchen smell like fall. The best part about them …
What’s a festive Thanksgiving dinner without party beverages, right? While I understand the appeal of drowning in liquor and forgetting about tomorrow, not all of us like the taste of alcoholic drinks or can consume them. So, here are a couple of non-alcoholic Thanksgiving drinks that guests of all ages can enjoy. Whether you’re serving …
Thanksgiving doesn’t have to mean overstuffed plates and post-dinner food comas. It can still feel rich, festive, and full of flavor—even when you keep things on the lighter side. Over the years, I’ve found that “healthy” doesn’t have to mean “boring.” It just means putting a little more care into what you use and how …
Thanksgiving dessert tables are never complete without a glossy, golden-brown pecan pie at the center. That sweet, nutty aroma fills the kitchen, the buttery crunch of toasted pecans, and the gooey filling that melts into the flaky crust. Now, I know what you might be thinking—pecan pie looks fancy, but it’s actually one of the …