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Did we mention they're topped with caramel sauce?

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Why exactly does brining make your roasted turkey so delicious?

A spatchcocked turkey on a grill.

Love all things pumpkin spice? There's a turkey recipe for that.

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There's nothing stopping you from reinventing a classic.

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Don't miss out on these underappreciated produce parts.

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You don't need an oven to enjoy the ultimate comfort food.

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In 1996, the treat was declared the official dessert of Massachusetts, cementing its place in our cookbooks—and taste buds—for good.

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Martha Stewart has the secret to achieving flaky crusts every time.

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The perfect dish to transition into fall.

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It takes a lot of time, patience, and practice.

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It’s time to reconsider your go-to pancake recipe.

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The classic New England sandwich became popular as way to support the World War I effort at home, and has only grown in status since.

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Committing to a square morning meal doesn’t have to mean channeling your inner Martha Stewart at 7 a.m.

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Time to celebrate that glorious hot combination of fries, cheese curds, and brown gravy.

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Channel your inner Popeye.

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Celebrate National Meatball Day by hitting up one of these restaurants.

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Every generation can agree on the importance of a sweet treat after dinner.

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For seriously delicious snacking.

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The basic lemonade recipe is so simple, it's practically begging for an upgrade.

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Not all locales stick to root beer and vanilla ice cream.