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Kabocha Squash and Fennel Soup with Crème Fraîche

Posted by Suzanne Goin, Special Contributor

Puréed soups don’t have to be boring. Here, candied pumpkin seeds yield a pleasant crunch with every bite, and the use of kabocha puts a fresh spin on butternut squash soup... read more

The Ultimate Thanksgiving Countdown: Getting Saucy

Posted by Yasmin Fahr, Special Contributor

As part of our Thanksgiving countdown, we've dedicated a separate article just for sauces (and stuffing). Here, you'll find plenty of gravy-making and cranberry sauce tips, plus some slightly... read more

Cranberry-Tomatillo Salsa Recipe

Posted by David Suarez, Special Contributor

Here’s a Mexican-inspired twist on the traditional cranberry sauce. Try this salsa with some turkey breast and prepare yourself for a taste sensation. Click here to see the Guide to Chiles 101..... read more

Homemade Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Posted by Oneida, Special Contributor

Homemade cranberry sauce is easier than you think. Try our fast and tasty version. Click here to see The Ultimate Thanksgiving Countdown: Getting Saucy. .. read more

How to Make the Perfect Roast Turkey

Posted by Yasmin Fahr, Special Contributor

The ultimate Thanksgiving disaster: brittle, burnt skin and dried-out breast meat when you’ve got a table full of hungry people — people who’ve been looking forward to eating that... read more

Perfect Turkey Recipe

Posted by Jonathan Waxman, Special Contributor

Here's a simple recipe for the perfect Thanksgiving turkey, courtesy of chef Jonathan Waxman of Barbuto Restaurant in New York City. Click here to see The Perfect Christmas Dinner. .. read more

The Ultimate Thanksgiving Countdown: Turkey

Posted by Yasmin Fahr, Special Contributor

As Thanksgiving approaches, we've geared up to prepare you in the best way we can — with tons of recipes and cooking tips. Check back each week as we'll be updating constantly and with... read more

Kabocha Squash with Sage and Leeks Recipe

Posted by Suzanne Tracht, Special Contributor

Chef Suzanne Tracht of Jar Restaurant in Los Angeles brings us this seasonal recipe for kabocha squash. Kabocha squash is a type of winter squash widely used in Japanese and Thai cuisine and tends to..... read more