Mom Confessions

Fried Turkey
You'll never go back to cooking in an oven again after you have this juicy, tender, deep-fried bird.

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-r ... e-clx1114/

Thyme-Roasted Turkey
You can't go wrong with this timeless recipe. It even includes a matching gravy recipe to perfectly complement the turkey.

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-r ... vy-recipe/

Pear-Thyme Brined Turkey
The big moment has arrived! Serve a show-stopping turkey that's salty and sweet and masterfully delicious.

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-r ... e-clx1114/

Cajun-Spiced Turkey
For more than 110 years, GH has been sharing triple-tested turkey recipes. This golden New Orleans-inspired bird shows you just how far we've come.

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-r ... ed-turkey/

JOHN KERNICK
Easiest-Ever Pumpkin Soup
Yes, it is possible to make a soup in under 10 minutes. So save precious time at Thanksgiving and whip up a cozy bowl to serve as a starter.

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Cauliflower Soup
Skip the squash soup, this year. Cauliflower adds a little variety to your classic Thanksgiving appetizer, and a drizzle of chive oil, it's extra sophisticated.

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Roasted Red Pepper Soup
Opt for vegetable broth instead of chicken and you'll have a flavorful vegetarian soup on the table in a half hour.

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Herbed Mashed Potatoes
Infuse milk with the flavors of fresh thyme and parsley to upgrade a crowd-favorite Thanksgiving side.

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Kale Salad With Glazed Onions and Cheddar
Serving this sweet and savory salad will balance rich mashed potatoes and stuffing.

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-r ... e-ghk1112/

Quick 'n' Easy Southern Biscuits
A brush of melted butter is a must before you pop these super-simple biscuits in the oven for the ultimate golden crust.

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Best-Ever Buttermilk Biscuits
If you're lucky enough to have leftovers of these fluffy, flaky biscuits, turn them into the base of the best-ever leftover Turkey sandwich.

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Chipotle Buttermilk Cornbread
Ordinary cornbread is a thing of the past. This year add Velveeta and chiles for a festive kick

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-r ... cornbread/




Fluffy Apple-Cheddar Biscuits
Skip ordinary dinner rolls and serve up a big batch of these cheesy, apple biscuits. They'll be the hit of Thanksgiving dinner.

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-r ... ts-recipe/

"Succotash" Kale Salad
If you're craving raw veggies for your Thanksgiving table, try this fresh salad, topped with bacon, to start off your meal.

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-r ... ale-salad/

Brussels Sprouts with Heaps of Bacon
Even if your guests think they don't like brussels sprouts, once they try this dish, studded with big chunks of salty slab bacon, they'll definitely change their minds.

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-r ... ts-recipe/