25 Traditional Thanksgiving Recipes, Perfected

They're all classics for a reason.

Turkey and Gravy for a CrowdMoist, tender meat; crisp, bronzed skin; and rich, full-flavored gravy for 20 pe…
Classic Green Bean CasseroleThe classic combo of green beans, condensed soup, and canned onions isn't bad. B…
Ultimate Flaky Buttermilk BiscuitsFor layered, ultraflaky biscuits, you’ve got to know when to fold them and when …
Apple CrumbleA rustic dessert such as crumble should show off the fruit's tangy freshness—not…
Our Favorite Turkey GravyOf course it had to taste great. But we also wanted a gravy that could be made i…
Scalloped PotatoesClassic scalloped potatoes are great for the holidays. This much-quicker version…
Cornbread and Sausage StuffingFor best flavor and texture, dry the cornbread, add a little half-and-half, and …
Easier Roast Turkey and GravyNo flipping. No long-simmered gravy. For fuss-free turkey and a richly flavored …
Perfect Pecan PieAfter patiently scouring dozens of recipes, we finally created a pie with silky-…
Crisp Roasted PotatoesAfter weeks of testing, we discovered the secrets to the crispiest, creamiest ro…
Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic and HerbsParboiling, shocking, drying, sautéing—do you really need a four-step process to…
Roasted Butternut Squash with Browned Butter and Ha...For great caramelization, don’t drown squash in sugar or syrup. Instead, sharpen…
Boiled Carrots with Lemon and ChivesIt’s time to get reacquainted with a neglected cooking method.
Deep-Dish Apple PieWe wanted mounds of tender, juicy apples in our deep-dish pie, but first we had …
Best Baked Sweet PotatoesThe goal—creamy flesh with deeply complex flavor—is entirely different from what…
Classic Bread Stuffing for a CrowdNot only does this stuffing serve 16, but it can also be made ahead of time.
Roasted Brussels SproutsWhat would it take to create crisp, delicious, nutty-tasting brussels sprouts in…
Modern Cauliflower GratinWho says a gratin needs to be stodgy and rich to be satisfying? The unique attri…
Fluffy Mashed PotatoesThe key to excellent mashed potatoes with minimal prep work and robust, earthy f…
Acorn Squash with Brown SugarTired of mealy, stringy squash that takes an hour to bake? We wanted it faster a…
Simple Cranberry SauceBack-of-the-bag recipes aren't bad, but we found a way to make a dramatic improv…
Old-Fashioned Stuffed TurkeyWe read up on American cookery to rescue a rare bird from the brink of extinctio…
Sweet Potato CasseroleMore dessert than side dish, the typical recipe swamps this casserole in sugar, …
Pumpkin PieThis pumpkin pie recipe is so satisfying and easy, you'll want to eat it more th…
Fluffy Dinner RollsWe thought the classic light, tender American dinner roll couldn’t get any bette…