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In My Kitchen: The Thanksgiving Turkey

I used to panic about my how to prepare my turkey. After a few years of trying fancy stuffings, toppings and glazes, I finally figured out that simple is best. Here’s how I prepare our Thanksgiving centerpiece year after year — plus, my simple baste recipe.

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Spotlight Recipes: Yummy Appetizers for Under 250 Calories

Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Most people don’t worry about calories on Thanksgiving, but that’s no reason to blow an entire day’s worth before dinner even starts! Our top apps are easy to prepare and have less than 250 calories per serving. Add these to your holiday menu.

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Spotlight Recipes: 5 Easy Holiday Sweets

Ginger Cookies
What’s a holiday gathering without sweets? With party season just around the corner, we’ve dipped into our Healthy Eats recipe collection and brought out some desserts that showcase the flavors of fall. Serve these at your next shindig or tote them along to a party.

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Turkey Talk: To Stuff or Not To Stuff?

turkey stuffing
Years ago it was unheard of NOT to stuff your turkey. These days, things have changed because we’re hearing more about food-borne illnesses and their risks. The good news is that there’s a way to safely stuff your turkey.

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Make Your Own Gravy

Gravy
Next time you’re grocery shopping, check out the label on a jar of gravy. You apparently need a lot of junk (preservatives, thickeners and trans fats) to keep it shelf save. The pre-made stuff might be convenient, but it’s sure not the real thing. Making your own gravy is healthier, tastier and easier than you might think.

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Green Bean Casserole, Lightened Up

Spicy Parmesan Green Beans
With the fried onion topping and heavy cream and cheese mixed in, a typical green bean casserole serves up 550 calories in just one side dish. You can still enjoy the classic flavors while slimming down some of the fatty ingredients. Here’s how.

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Thanksgiving Menu: Feeding a Crowd

Shrimp Cocktail
Expecting the whole neighborhood for your big holiday feast? Consider going potluck-style, which takes the pressure off the host, allows different chefs to spotlight favorite dishes and is more budget-friendly for everyone. Here are some easy-to-make suggestions — plus, there’s an especially simple turkey for the host.

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Katie’s Healthy Bites: Holiday Antipasti

tapenade
The holidays are right around the corner. With them come big parties and lots of guests — some unexpected. I thought I’d share a few healthy holiday appetizers that are a cinch to make and won’t add to that dreaded holiday weight gain. Believe me, your friends will have no idea these are lighter choices.

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The Veggie Table: Thanksgiving Tips for the Vegetarian

Cranberry Mold
With that huge turkey, sausage-filled stuffing, buttery rolls, creamy casseroles and more, the traditional Thanksgiving spread isn’t exactly vegetarian- or vegan-friendly. When you’re the cook, you can make sure to serve options that fit your diet, but if your host isn’t serving vegetarian fare, don’t despair. Here are some tips on how to navigate — and still enjoy — the feast.

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In My Kitchen: The Thanksgiving Menu

It takes a few weeks, but after some brainstorming and recipe testing, I’ve planned out my Thanksgiving menu. My mouth is watering just thinking about it.

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