Homemade Cranberry Sauce
When the cranberries first hit the pot, they bob in a thin syrup and the whole thing looks more like fruit floating in water than sauce. Then the skins begin … Read more
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Crispy Bacon Brussels Sprouts
The bacon starts to sizzle before the Brussels sprouts even hit the pan, and that first batch taught me not to rush it. If the pieces come out before they’re … Read more
Turkey in an Oven Bag
The oven bag starts to puff as the turkey roasts, and that’s when I’m glad I moved the rack down before the pan went in. A bag that touches the … Read more
No-Baste Thanksgiving Roast Turkey
The skin is already turning golden, and the roasting pan is still sitting undisturbed in the oven. That’s the part I like most about this no-baste Thanksgiving roast turkey: once … Read more
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping
A sweet potato can look soft on the outside and still resist a knife at its thickest point. I check there before taking the pan out of the oven; fully … Read more
Roasted Butternut Squash
The first thing you notice is how quickly the cut sides of butternut squash start to soften once they hit a hot oven. If the pieces are piled together, though, … Read more
Juicy Roast Turkey
The skin is the first clue when a roast turkey comes out of the oven: if it’s dry and evenly browned, you’re already off to a good start. For this … Read more
Crockpot Mashed Potatoes
When the fork catches on the center of a potato piece, mashing won’t smooth it out; those firm bits show up in every scoop. I learned to let the slow … Read more
Turkey Gravy Without Drippings
The butter foams quietly in the saucepan, then the flour turns it into a pale-gold paste that smells gently toasted. That little roux is what makes turkey gravy without drippings … Read more
Honey Glazed Carrots
At first, the carrots soften quietly under the lid, and the skillet looks more like it’s steaming dinner than making a glaze. That’s exactly what you want. I cook these … Read more