Content tagged with “Thanksgiving”

Burn 700 calories cooking thanksgiving dinner
I love being in the kitchen on Thanksgiving. Between the delicious smells, nice company and constant foot traffic (...

The 7 healthiest foods on your thanksgiving menu
Thanksgiving is quickly becoming my favorite holiday. And why not? It’s a great time to hang out with family,...

The biggest calorie bomb at Thanksgiving dinner & 10 fun Thanksgiving food facts
There’s a lot that’s changed about Thanksgiving in the years since the Pilgrims gathered for their first...

Healthy meals to use up Thanksgiving leftovers
We have an open-door policy when it comes to Thanksgiving: we welcome in anyone who turns up. Especially this year,...

5 instant no-cook appetizers
An invitation to dinner is just about all the appetizer I need—I’m so happy to have someone feed me that I...

4 secrets to better sweet potato casserole
Traditionally topped with marshmallows and containing upwards of a stick of butter, sweet potato casserole is one...

How to make perfect gravy
For the past couple of years, we’ve grilled our turkey outside on our charcoal grill. I love the subtle smokiness...

The 8 biggest Thanksgiving mistakes and how to avoid them
I look forward to a big festive Thanksgiving with lots of family and friends every year. I love the food and (no...

Best and worst Thanksgiving foods
Let me first preface this by saying that if you want to eat a little of everything this Thanksgiving, you should....

Dark meat vs. white meat: which turkey is healthier?
Turkey Day is around the corner and many of us are gearing up for a big Thanksgiving feast. As a registered dietitian...

3 secrets to the best pumpkin pie
If you’re looking for the easiest possible dessert to whip up for Thanksgiving, it doesn’t get any simpler...

5 secrets to making green bean casserole healthier
Traditionally made with butter, canned soup and canned French-fried onions, Green Bean Casserole—a classic...

Thanksgiving for less than $5 per serving
I’d love to host my family’s Thanksgiving meal more often, but the one thing that gives me pause is the...

Your After Thanksgiving Diet Plan
Q: “I ate way too much at Thanksgiving. How can I get back on track?” A: OK, so you overate. We all did! For many...

What to Do with Thanksgiving Leftovers
Q: “What can I do with my leftovers?” A: Happy Thanksgiving! By now your menu is finalized, your turkey’s in the...

How to Make Lump-Free Gravy
Q: “What is the secret to lump-free gravy?” A: Like Ringo for the Beatles and Norm for Cheers, gravy is that special...

How to Make Creamy Mashed Potatoes (without the Cream)
Q: “What’s the trick to making fluffy mashed potatoes?” A: At my first job—as a prep cook in a restaurant in...

How to Choose: Apple Pie vs. Pumpkin Pie?
Q: “Which is healthier: apple or pumpkin pie?” A: After a delicious Thanksgiving dinner, there comes a period of time...

How to Make Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole
Q: “How can I make a healthier sweet potato casserole?” A: One of the tiny pleasures of married life is getting to try...

How to Make Healthy Green Bean Casserole
Q: “How can I make a healthier green bean casserole?” A: Whatever your thoughts on Campbell’s Soup, you have to respect...

How to Cook a Gluten Free or Vegetarian Thanksgiving
Q: “What should I make for vegetarians or people with special dietary needs?”

How to Cook a Healthy Thanksgiving Dinner That Tastes Delicious
Q: “How can I cook a healthier Thanksgiving meal that still tastes delicious?”

How to Plan and Time Thanksgiving Dinner
Q: “I’m hosting Thanksgiving this year—how can I plan a menu and my day to get the meal ready on time?” A: First off,...