Thanksgiving Traditions, Old and New

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Pear Streusel Bars

The crumbly buttery topping features nutty oats and warm cinnamon, which go beautifully with sweet, floral pears.

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Green Beans with Gruyère Bechamel(with video)

Earthy and nutty Gruyère cheese puts a new spin on this no-bake green bean casserole that frees up precious oven space.

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Maple-Bacon Brussels Sprouts

Roasted in bacon fat and glazed with maple syrup, these Brussels sprouts will convert any doubters.

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Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Garlic goes from pungent to sweet when roasted, giving these creamy, dreamy potatoes a delicious flavor boost.

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Sausage-Pear Stuffing

The classic flavors of stuffing—celery, onion, sage—marry beautifully with savory Italian sausage and sweet pears in this Thanksgiving side dish.

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Bacon-Wrapped Turkey Breast(with video)

Juicy bacon does double duty in this Thanksgiving showstopper by keeping the lean turkey meat moist and delivering a crispy outer layer.

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Warm Marinated Olives

Adding aromatic bay leaves and flakes of crushed pepper is an easy but elegant way to upgrade this store-bought snack.

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Cornbread Stuffing with Chorizo(with video)

Combining the sweetness of cornbread with the salty goodness of Spanish-style sausage gives this stuffing a deliciously unique twist.

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta Vinaigrette(with video)

This has it all—crispy pancetta bits, red wine vinegar to cut the richness, and caramelized Brussels sprouts.

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Bourbon Pecan Pie(with video)

A splash of bourbon adds a subtle, caramel kick to this favorite holiday dessert.

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Cranberry Spritzers

Hand guests this festive, nonalcoholic sparkler as soon as they walk through the door and get ready to be declared “Hostess of the Year.”

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Mushroom Croissant Stuffing(with video)

A great way to update stuffing is to experiment with different bases. This recipe replaces typical bread cubes with buttery, flaky store-bought croissants.

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Cranberry-Orange Muffins

Cranberries are for more than just sauce. Citrus zest rounds out their tartness in these moist muffins.

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Cranberry-Bacon Wheels(with video)

Sweet and tangy from the cranberry, smoky and savory from the bacon, this four-ingredient appetizer has it all.

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Citrus-Herb Turkey

Rubbing the turkey with salt ahead of time (aka “dry brining”) guarantees a succulent and flavor-packed bird. Leaving the cavity empty also helps cut the roasting time by a bit.

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Easiest-Ever Cranberry Sauce

Almost as simple as popping open a can, this four-ingredient sauce comes together with little effort.

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Honey Butter–Glazed Carrots

Sweet, tender carrots seasoned with comforting flavors like honey and orange zest, are a great crowd-pleasing side for any holiday meal.

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Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

Crushed pineapple and maple syrup are the secret ingredients for this classic Thanksgiving casserole.