Thanksgiving

This spiced rum mojito made with cranberry juice and spiced rum makes a cocktail fitting for Thanksgiving or any time. It's your new favorite drink!

This is a recipe to win the dinner party sweepstakes, and at very low stakes: slow-roasted pork shoulder served with lettuce, rice and a raft of condiments. The chef David Chang serves the dish, known by its Korean name, bo ssam, at his Momofuku restaurant in the East Village and elsewhere. He shared the recipe with The Times in 2012. Mr. Chang is known as a kitchen innovator, but his bo ssam is a remarkably straightforward way to achieve high-level excellence with little more than ingredients and time. Simply cure the pork overnight beneath a shower of salt and some sugar, then roast it in a low oven until it collapses. Apply some brown sugar and a little more salt, then roast the skin a while longer until it takes on the quality of glistening bark. Meanwhile, make condiments – hot sauces and kimchi, rice, some oysters if you wish. Then tear meat off the bone and wrap it in lettuce, and keep at that until everything’s gone. Sam Sifton

This recipe, adapted from Samin Nosrat's "Salt Fat Acid Heat," is inspired by the Southern grandma method of marinating chicken overnight in buttermilk before frying it. You're roasting here, but the buttermilk and salt still work like a brine, tenderizing the meat on multiple levels to yield an unbelievably juicy chicken. As an added bonus, the sugars in the buttermilk will caramelize, contributing to an exquisitely browned skin. Be sure to leave 24 hours for marinating the chicken. While the beauty of roast chicken is that you can serve it anytime, anywhere, try serving it alongside panzanella, which plays the role of starch, salad and sauce.

If you’re the kind of person who chooses cookies over cake every time, this Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake is your dream dessert. It’s everything you love about classic chocolate chip cookies — soft, chewy, and packed with chips — but baked in one impressive round that’s perfect for decorating or adding candles. (We found a 12" round to be the perfect size for feeding a crowd and creating slices of an ideal thickness, though a 9" x 13" pan also works.) For an extra-polished look, finish the cookie cake with a piped border of swirled chocolate and vanilla frosting; it’s a simple touch that makes this cookie cake feel just as impressive as any sheet cake.  

These tender, buttery, crisp buttermilk biscuits satisfy all urgent cravings. You can happily set aside any hesitancy about preparing biscuits because these tangy, fluffy ones come together quickly — no cutting cold butter into flour or rolling out dough. The batter is combined in one bowl and then spread over melted butter, giving the impression of a batter swimming in butter, as the name suggests. While the biscuits bake, they absorb all the buttery goodness and crisp up around the edges. Butter swim biscuits are best served warm and fresh out of the oven but will keep covered at room temperature for up to one day (see Tip).

We love mashed sweet potatoes and sweet potato fries. Could we create a delicious mash-up of the two?

Better for you Healthy Spinach Dip with creamy Greek Yogurt, twice as much spinach and just a touch of mayo! Classic appetizer guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser at your next party. 

Rich, smooth and buttery mashed potatoes that are perfect for the holidays and all year long.

Elevate your Thanksgiving with this herb-rich wild mushroom stuffing — earthy, savory, and easy to prep ahead. Vegetarian-friendly, crowd-pleasing side dish

Baked apples topped with brown butter cinnamon streusel topping are the perfect dessert for fall and Thanksgiving!

For when you just don't have it in you to make the entire bird for Thanksgiving - these meatballs are IT!!

I think it's safe to say that no matter what your favorite part of Thanksgiving is, a really incredible luscious homemade gravy is an imperative part of the meal!  

If you're tasked with bringing the appetizer for Thanksgiving, this cheeseball will be the star of the show.

Bake a pot pie with your leftover Thanksgiving turkey! This recipe makes the perfect post-holiday meal when you still have a house full of family to feed.

Spicy, sweet, and tangy together with nutty salty cheese, my favorite quick n easy holiday side dish!

Dairy free cinnamon rolls are fluffy, delicious and taste just like classic cinnamon rolls!  They are super easy to make and make a great addition to your Thanksgiving or Christmas breakfast. Even better than the best store bought versions from Cinnabon or Pillsbury!

The allure of beef tenderloin pulls hard. When properly cooked until the surface is seared to a glistening mahogany and the center is tender and running with beefy juices, it is one of the most regal, festive and delectable things a cook can serve. As a finishing touch, serve the meat with a pungent, creamy horseradish sauce that is shockingly easy to prepare.

Sticky, sweet and simply irresistible, this monkey bread recipe will have everyone clamoring for seconds. This scrumptious sweet bread can be enjoyed year-round with its crowd-pleasing cinnamon-sugar flavor. Cinnamon monkey bread is the queen of make-ahead breakfasts for when your house is full of guests, whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas or another special occasion. Our take on this classic breakfast treat uses ready-made biscuit dough and a few other pantry staples, making it totally fool-proof — not to mention fun to eat! With just four simple ingredients, you’ll be enjoying a delectable breakfast in no time. This monkey bread is delicious on its own, but we love it even more when served with a cup of coffee or tea, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Be sure to check out our collection of Fall Favorite Recipes for more inspiration.

A delicious main dish, perfect for a holiday dinner or family gathering.

This flavorful Prime Rib Rub is packed with garlic, herbs, and rich seasoning for the perfect standing rib roast crust every time. This 5-star dry rub has been a favorite for over 13 years! Whether you're preparing a classic prime rib roast or delicious prime rib sliders, this easy seasoning blend delivers incredible flavor in every bite. Perfect for your Christmas dinner.

Five simple ingredients – cream, vanilla, salt, eggs and sugar – make for an exquisitely rich and elegant dessert. Most crème brûlée recipes require the use of a small propane torch to achieve the crackly sugar top, but this version offers a simpler (and safer) solution: your oven's broiler. One thing to note: Be sure to let the custard set for several hours in the refrigerator before brûléeing the top, otherwise you'll end up with soupy custard. Discover more ideas for the holidays here.

This easy-to-make Turkey Brine recipe is made with lots of apple cider, salt, and all the right spices. Your turkey will be so incredibly moist and delicious.

A dry brined turkey stuffed with apples and herbs and roasted to perfection. A great main course for your Thanksgiving Day meal.

This foolproof turkey recipe roasts a whole turkey until golden with herbs and champagne broth for a succulent, juicy turkey perfect for Thanksgiving.