Thanksgiving: Cranberry-Nut PiCake

This is a simple, quick dessert that's perfect for making use of cranberries while they're in season. It's thicker than a cake, but there's not the pie-like crust, which is why it warranted the infused title of a PiCake!

This recipe was passed along by Matt Bunting.

Thanksgiving: Roasted Sweet Potatoes

We make this recipe all the time.  It is great on top of wilted spinach salad with feta or goat cheese or alone as a side dish.  Just learn the roasting method and enjoy! :)

Thanksgiving: Caramelized Onion Gravy (AKA: Awesome Sauce)

Caramelized Onion Gravy...'nough said!

Thanksgiving: Sourdough, Apple, Cranberry Stuffing

Butter, bread, a couple a mix-ins......delicious! No Thanksgiving would be complete without stuffing.  This was a particularly delicious recipe adapted from Gourmet to make it vegetarian.  Great success!

Thanksgiving: Brined and Herb Roasted Turkey

This was my first attempt at a Thanksgiving turkey.  For me, it was a great success...the brined meat was tender and juicy, the meat was cooked through, and my Mom's trusty advice worked beautifully.  The bird was an 8 pound breast (big for a breast).  The process involved a 12 hour white wine and herb brine, about 2 1/2 hour roast, and a delicious white wine basting sauce.