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Magnificent Thanksgiving Menus

Relax and enjoy. This is the Thanksgiving that goes off without a hitch. We cover it all, from planning the menu to divvying up leftovers. Pick a dish from each category and you've got the ultimate Thanksgiving day menu consisting of classic recipes with delicious tweaks.
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Our Classic Thanksgiving Menu

Picking the perfect Thanksgiving menu can be a hassle, but our annual Thank...
Picking the perfect Thanksgiving menu can be a hassle, but our annual Thanksgiving cookbook is ready to save the day. This collection of classic Thanksgiving recipes features dishes from appetizers to desserts, and each includes easy-to-follow instructions that ensure you will have a successful holiday dinner. You'll also find recipes for simples snacks to feed your hungry crowd while they wait for the main event, and delicious sides like pillowy breads, vibrant vegetable sides, perfect potatoes, toasty stuffing, juicy turkey, and sweet desserts. Mix and match these recipes with your own traditional Thanksgiving favorites, or use it as the only cookbook you will need for this Turkey Day and for many holidays to come.
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Thanksgiving Appetizers

Don't starve yourself and save out for a large lunch or dinner during Thank...
Don't starve yourself and save out for a large lunch or dinner during Thanksgiving, it will only end with overeating and a sore stomach. Instead, give yourself, and guests, a little something to munch on whether you're cooking or relaxing. Start the party with simple snacks that excite the eye and whet the appetite. Think outside the box. These beautiful, bold, zingy bites will get everyone talking. Pair these light appetizers with a fabulous cocktail to give your Thanksgiving celebration a scrumptious start. Choose easy finger foods, especially those that can be made ahead, to let you focus on the actual meal. 
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Elegant Thanksgiving Cocktails

Things go better with a few good bubbles. Simplify the liquor shopping list...
Things go better with a few good bubbles. Simplify the liquor shopping list: Skip setting up a full bar and instead offer a signature cocktail featuring just one or two types of spirits or wine. Pick from these classic Thanksgiving cocktails to keep guests sipping and engaging with one another. Go for a classic cocktail everyone can enjoy, or mix and match for a few selections. Just try not to go overboard with the booze. After all, there's a meal to be eaten, too.
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105 Best Thanksgiving Side Dishes

Let's all be honest, while turkey may get all the Thanksgiving attention, t...
Let's all be honest, while turkey may get all the Thanksgiving attention, the real stars of the meal are the side dishes. They spread on the dinner table, handed from guest to guest for a dollop of this or serving of that, and end up taking up the majority of your plate. Dishes like roasted vegetables, fluffy dressing, creamy mashed potatoes, airy rolls, seasonal salads, and the classic green bean casserole all combine to bring your Thanksgiving together. This collection of recipes allows you to easily stick with traditional flavors, or go a more adventurous route and opt for recipes like Chorizo and Roasted Poblano Wild Rice Stuffing or White Balsamic and Rosemary Cranberry Sauce. 
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Decadent Thanksgiving Desserts

The best fellowship occurs when sharing great food together. These recipes ...
The best fellowship occurs when sharing great food together. These recipes are meant for those occasions. They're holiday-pretty and wonderfully indulgent, giving you a full blast of flavor and satisfaction. When the turkey, gravy, stuffing, and sides are all consumed and put away, bring out one (or more) of these show-stopping Thanksgiving desserts. Each recipe highlights a sweet treat that is seasonal and bound to be special to your family for years to come. From classic pumpkin pie to a stunningly beautiful grape galette, our collection of holiday desserts has a little something for everyone.