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Beyond the Bird: Five Thanksgiving Sides That Actually Get Eaten

November 22, 2025 by Anaïs Dubois
Roasted holiday vegetables and Thanksgiving sides

The sides on the Thanksgiving table that people finish tend to be the same year after year. A look at five reliable side dishes, why they work, and how to make each one memorable.

Categories Quick Recipes Tags holiday cooking, sides, thanksgiving, vegetables

The Thanksgiving Turkey Question: Dry-Brine, Wet-Brine, or Spatchcock

November 8, 2025 by Marco Ricci
Golden roast turkey on a serving platter

The three main techniques for a good Thanksgiving turkey each have real trade-offs. A practical comparison of dry-brine, wet-brine, and spatchcock — how each works, what results to expect, and how to pick.

Categories Cooking Tips Tags brining, holiday cooking, thanksgiving, turkey

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