Home Cooking Our Stuffing Ourselves
Nov 21, 2025
In this festive Thanksgiving special, the duo grapples with cold symptoms and brings the heat with spicy humor. They explore innovative twists on classic traditions, suggesting everything from dumpling parties to sumptuous maqluba. Savory pies take center stage, with tips for perfect crusts that even include vodka! Vegetarian mains like giant spanakopita shine as hearty options. Plus, discover make-ahead dishes like butternut squash lasagna, and a cheeky discussion about forgoing turkey for buttermilk chicken. Get ready to rethink your holiday spread!
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A Minimalist Thanksgiving That Worked
- Samin describes a minimalist Thanksgiving she loved: two-bone prime rib, potato gratin, salad and Rice Krispie treats.
- They hiked in the morning and did puzzles, making the holiday low-effort and pleasant.
Replace Turkey With A Cultural Feast
- Lean into your family's heritage or a different cuisine for a celebratory Thanksgiving alternative.
- Use group handiwork dishes (tamales, dumplings, meklooba, Peking duck) to make the meal feel special and collaborative.
Make-Ahead Butternut Squash Lasagna
- Make a butternut-squash lasagna that you can par-bake and freeze for easy reheating on Thanksgiving.
- Roast squash, mix with brown butter, fried sage and Parmesan, layer with béchamel and spinach, then par-bake before freezing.
