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Sesame-Swirled Pumpkin Pie
The addition of sesame in two forms — as oil and in tahini — results in a sumptuous spin on this Thanksgiving staple. Just a couple of teaspoons of toasted sesame oil lends a nutty savoriness that makes this longtime holiday favorite feel new and exciting, and a slightly sweetened tahini mixture, swirled into the pumpkin custard, creates a striking marbled surface. Gently cooling the pie in the oven will help prevent cracking, though depending on your tahini’s fat content, it may end up splitting slightly along the swirl lines. It will still be beautiful and delicious. (Watch me make my Thanksgiving pies on YouTube.)
Coconut Caramel Tart
Eating this tart is like biting into a grown-up Girl Scout cookie. A crisp chocolate shortbread shell is filled with a creamy, slightly nutty frangipane, and topped with coconut caramel, drizzled chocolate and flaky sea salt. This recipe is formatted for a 9-inch pie plate but can easily be amended to fit a 10-inch tart pan with a removable bottom without any difference in bake times. While making your own caramel may seem like a daunting task, the “wet” method of dissolving sugar in a little water before caramelizing it is approachable and foolproof. Take care to keep an eye on its color to ensure it doesn’t burn and end up bitter. Add the cream when the caramel is amber and you’ll be in for a real treat. (Watch me make my Thanksgiving pies on YouTube.)
Pomegranate Cardamom Apple Pie
Like most good things, terrific apple pie takes a little bit of time, but it’s worth the anticipation. In this variation, sweet and tart apples are cooked first in a fragrant, jewel-toned pomegranate reduction so they all bake more evenly. Placing the pie on the bottom rack ensures that the bottom crust cooks through before the top crust gets too dark. You may be tempted to cut into it warm, but the pie needs to cool for at least four hours to be sliceable. (Watch me make my Thanksgiving pies on YouTube.)
Cranberry Citrus Meringue Pie
This delightfully tart pie is an autumnal twist on a classic lemon meringue. Bright, tangy citrus curd is topped with cranberry Swiss meringue. The egg white mixture can take a while to temper, slowly warming up over simmering water, then cooling as it’s whisked. But patience will pay off as it results in a luxurious marshmallow consistency that holds its shape even after days in the refrigerator. Chilling the fully assembled pie will make it easier to cut, and wiping off your knife between slices will result in cleaner edges. Don’t feel limited to lemon and orange for the curd filling: A mix of any tart and sweet citrus — grapefruit and blood orange, for example — will work nicely. (Watch me make my Thanksgiving pies on YouTube.)
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Hasselback Butternut Squash
Give butternut squash the Hasselback treatment, then glaze it in a sweet, tangy sauce before topping it with crunch Parmesan breadcrumbs.
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This Chocolatey Spin on Pecan Pie Is Our Favorite Riff Yet
Filled with dark chocolate and crunchy pecans, this riff on the classic Thanksgiving pie is perfect not just during the autumn, but all year long.
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Iowa Ham Balls
Not your average meatballs, these Iowa ham balls are a regional favorite in which ham and ground pork are bound with buttery crackers and tangy buttermilk, then shaped and baked in a sticky sweet sauce.
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Roasted Acorn Squash With Red Onions
Pair wedges of roasted acorn squash with thick slices of jammy, caramelized red onions, then top it with an orange juice- and honey-tinged vinaigrette for a delicious side. The key to its success is our unique roasting technique.
Chicken Pot Pie Empanadas
Empanada dough is your blank canvas! Found in the freezer section of most Latin supermarkets, these handy disks can be filled with just about anything. Transform last night's leftovers into a whole new meal—think roasted vegetables, shredded chicken, or even leftover chili. These chicken pot pie empanadas are a delicious example of how creative you can get. Fry or bake them until golden for a satisfying snack or meal.
Cranberries and Cream
Inspired by British fool, swirl the last spoonful of Thanksgiving cranberry sauce into whipped heavy cream and Greek yogurt for a creamy, cooling relief after the big meal. For a little crunch, dunk into it with gingersnaps, or use the cranberries and cream in place of plain whipped cream atop slices of pumpkin, apple or pecan pie for a tart contrast to the sweet pie. Because yogurt adds structure to the whipped cream, the mixture can be made ahead, covered and refrigerated for up to 4 hours, and if you want to make this another night and don’t have cranberry sauce, substitute cherry or raspberry preserves.
Maple & Milk Chocolate Chess Pie
A custard base pie made primarily with maple syrup and milk chocolate, and an all-butter pie crust.
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Easy Skillet Lemon Chicken
Glistening, juicy chicken with crispy skin and a rich, lemony pan-sauce that clings to every bite is not only delicious, but easy to make at home. It requires just one skillet and can be ready in under an hour.
Coconut & Pistachio Cream Pie
There's nothing quite like a generous slice of pie to end a late-night diner run, and this Coconut & Pistachio Cream Pie is my personal gold standard.
Milk Buns with Salted Maple Butter
Light, fluffy, feathery milk buns with a salted maple butter glaze and flakey sea salt. The perfect addition to any dinner party or holiday feast!
Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Cornbread
While there’s nothing wrong with a pan of classic cornbread, this recipe makes for a fun twist when the occasion calls for something a little bit more festive. Jarred roasted red peppers not only add a pop of color, but also a juicy, vinegary tang that balances the richness of the cornbread and helps keep it moist and tender. The feta softens but doesn’t melt, leading to satisfying little pockets of cheese in each piece. Finally, thanks to the sour cream in the batter, this cornbread won’t dry out overnight. To make in advance, fully cool the cornbread, then cover with plastic wrap and store at room temperature for up to 24 hours before serving.
Éclair Cake
Lush and creamy, éclair cake is a dessert popular in the Midwest and beyond that’s perfect for any gathering, celebration or potluck. Inspired by the flavors of the classic French éclair pastry, this no-bake American iteration is reminiscent of an icebox cake. Typically, graham crackers are softened under layers of a pillowy smooth mix of vanilla pudding and whipped topping, and covered with rich chocolate. This version uses homemade crème légère (a fluffy mix of pastry cream and whipped cream) and a simple homemade semi-sweet chocolate ganache. The crème légère might sound fussy, but the preparation here is streamlined (no tempering of eggs required) and makes for a just-sweet-enough creamy filling. (Of course, in a pinch, you can swap in store-bought pudding and whipped topping.) Éclair cake needs chilling time, which makes it a great make-ahead dessert, and is best served after 24 hours in the fridge.
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Roasted Sweet Potato Soup
This simple soup is made with roasted sweet potatoes, a splash of orange juice, and topped with crushed pistachios, olive oil, mint, scallions, and orange zest.
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Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms
Keep this classic sausage stuffed mushrooms recipe in mind when you’re looking for the perfect savory bite-size passed hors d'oeuvres for entertaining.
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Glazed Carrots
With only one skillet and a handful of ingredients, you can transform humble carrots into a first-class side dish for holidays—and weeknights too!
Chewy Brown Butter Cookies
Chewy, yes, but these big cookies still have that essential crisp ring around the edge and also include crunchy bits of pecans throughout. Cooked in browned butter, the nuts take on a toasty depth and taste even richer if you start with Elliot pecans, a sweeter, fattier variety grown primarily in Georgia. It’s worth seeking out very dark maple syrup too, which is labeled as such. Intense and complex, it’s ideal for baking because it’s strong enough in taste to act as a seasoning. Even with standard pecans and other shades of syrup, these thoughtfully salted cookies come out caramelly.
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Parker House Rolls
These tender, buttery dinner rolls have become a staple on restaurant tables across the US, but they’re simple enough to whip up in your own kitchen. Make them for Thanksgiving and other holidays or just for dinner.
Million Dollar Spaghetti
Unapologetically indulgent, this hearty potluck- and family-friendly baked pasta, popular throughout the South and Midwest, likely earned its name from the rich, dairy-packed ingredient list. In this version, four cheeses — ricotta, cream cheese, mozzarella and Parmesan — are combined and layered in between a quick meat sauce and a pound of pasta. The casserole is more streamlined than its cousin lasagna, thanks to spaghetti, which simply gets divided in half, instead of laboriously layering individual noodles. For extra ease, use jarred marinara (although homemade sauce is welcome, too). The dish can be prepped a day in advance; just be sure to bring it to room temperature an hour before baking to take off the chill.
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Pumpkin Spice Latte Tiramisu
This creamy tiramisu evokes the bittersweet, autumnal flavors of a pumpkin spice latte.
Chicken Meatball Soup With Orzo and Dill
This comforting chicken soup with orzo, cabbage and dill boasts tender chicken meatballs instead of the traditional shredded chicken. The soothing broth gets an extra flavor boost from kombu, which infuses the soup with a deeper layer of salty, briny notes. Seasoned with Parmesan and dill, bound with crushed saltines (which can be replaced with plain bread crumbs), and inspired by matzo balls, these juicy ground chicken meatballs come together quickly while the veggies cook. The meatballs can be made a few hours ahead and kept refrigerated. As they poach in the broth, they impart even more chicken flavor to the soup.