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Green bean casserole, two variationsGreen bean casserole is an American favorite, next to the turkey, at Thanksgiving dinner. Here are two versions to choose from.
Turnip puff with buttered breadcrumb toppingWondering what to do with turnips? Boil a batch with a potato to remove any bitterness, then mash, and bake them with brown sugar and nutmeg to bring out a sweet flavor. Top the whole thing with buttered breadcrumbs.
Mango upside down cakeTired of pies? Spice up your holiday dessert repertoire with this festive cake. Mango isn't just a summer flavor, when combined with cloves, ginger, and cinnamon it's warm and spicy.
Ding Dongs and Twinkies no more? Have no fear. Food bloggers to the rescue.Ding Dongs, Twinkies, SuzyQs, Hostess Cupcakes, and Ho Hos could soon be disappearing from the supermarket aisle. But food bloggers have been figuring out how to make these things for years in their own kitchen. Here's a sampling of a few.
Sweet potato cobblerSweet potatoes are on everyone's plate in some way for Thanksgiving dinner. But here's a soul food variation to enjoy any day of the year.
Spiced candied nutsSpiced candied nuts are a scrumptious holiday snack you can make in 10 minutes.
Pumpkin bread pudding with cream cheese icingThis comforting bread pudding tastes like a cross between a spiced pumpkin pie and a slice of French toast.
Chili-dusted pork chops with lime and cilantroA pork chop recipe so simple and tasty that it could quickly become a weekday dinner favorite.
Meatless Monday: Kale and avocado saladThis kale salad has proven to be a winner time and time again among both meat lovers and vegans alike.
Scrambled egg and cheddar grilled cheeseFor a tasty and quick supper, try some scrambled eggs in your grilled cheese sandwich.
23 heavenly pies Stir It Up! has collected 23 pie recipes – wonderful in every way – for any occasion.
Thanksgiving recipes: 20 ideas Cut through the clutter of Thanksgiving recipes with 20 favorite recipes from Stir It Up! bloggers. Whether you're a holiday-hosting pro, or a Thanksgiving newbie, you're bound to find an inspiring dish.
Two cookbooks to menu-plan ThanksgivingThe trick is to prepare as many dishes as possible in the week leading up to Thanksgiving Day.
Sweet potato angel biscuitsFlakey, warm biscuits with a touch of sweet potato for Thanksgiving.
Baked eggs with tomato and spinachEggs baked with cream, tarragon and a compote of tomatoes, spinach and garlic are a simple vegetarian dish that feels luxurious and is infinitely tweakable.
Warm and savory pork piesTry this tasty pastry recipe for a different sort of dinner. Serve a slice of pork pie it with a crisp salad, and add some fresh fruit for dessert for a delightful meal.
Election night party app: Artichoke and spinach dipLet red and blue tortilla chips fall into this creamy artichoke and spinach dip on election night.
Election night cupcakesEase the stress of Election Day with cute red, white, and blue cupcakes. The batter and frosting can be made ahead of time; perfect for an election night party!
Election Cake: An American traditionElection Cake has been served on Election Day since the early 1880s. This hearty fruit cake was traditionally baked to serve farmers who had left their fields for a few days to journey into town and vote.
Five secrets to fabulous fried riceFried rice is a favorite Asian staple, but did you know it works best with cold leftover rice? Here are some helpful hints for making this crowd-pleasing meal at home.
