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Go with 'goozlum'  instead of 'gravy' this Thanksgiving.

11 Tasty Regional Thanksgiving Food Words

Go with 'goozlum' instead of 'gravy' this Thanksgiving.

Angela Tung

Keep your dog safe from food (and tacky clothing) this Thanksgiving.

The Thanksgiving Foods That Are Safe for Your Pets, According to Experts

Not all Thanksgiving scraps are healthy for your furball. Some are even dangerous.

Jake Rossen

Time to get fancy (and retro).

Why Is My Turkey Wearing Frilly Paper Hats On Its Legs?

Those frilly paper caps on your turkey's legs have been called “turkey frills,” “turkey booties,” and even “turkey panties.” Here’s where they came from.

Ellen Gutoskey



Traveling with food doesn’t have to be stressful.

10 Tips for Packaging and Transporting a Thanksgiving Feast

To prevent spilled dishes and spoiled perishables from ruining the meal, check out these tips for safely packing and transporting food to Thanksgiving dinner.

Mary Beth Skylis


Talk turkey to me.

Can You Spot All 12 Old-Timey Terms in Our Thanksgiving Word Search?

‘Jipper’ is hidden somewhere in this letter grid—and you’ll probably find some at Thanksgiving dinner, too.

Ellen Gutoskey


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Serving Green Bean Casserole at Thanksgiving? Dorcas Reilly’s Original Recipe Is Still the Best

Dorcas Reilly’s original green bean casserole recipe is a Thanksgiving classic, and it's surprisingly easy to prepare.

Michele Debczak


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How ‘WKRP in Cincinnati’ Made Holiday TV History With “Turkeys Away”

In its very first season, ‘WKRP In Cincinnati’ created the greatest Thanksgiving special about a misguided turkey delivery ever made.

Jake Rossen
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