Food brings people together, no matter what it may be.

This way, you’re free to keep the warmth and familiarity and banish the boredom.

Who doesnt want to have a dish named after them that everyone looks forward to year after year?

spatchcock Mediterranean turkey on tray with lemons

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Bright and fresh flavors are big for 2024.

So if youre not locked into your turkey recipe, try ourMediterranean Spatchcock Turkey.

If youre not keen on the canned version, consider addingNew England Cranberry Orange Compoteto your menu this year.

Winter squash

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Plus, fresh produce and lighter sides can still complement the turkey without overwhelming diners.

Theyre ideal to balance out the heavier dishes, Petito Jr. says.

Check outtasty squash recipes for every course at Thanksgiving.

vegetable relish tray with various crudite vegetables and dip on blue background

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(Psst…theyre also fantastic additions to themeal planany time of year!)

But since the introduction of social media and especially during the early 2020s,charcuterie boardsreally began to boom.

No need to feel wedded to the usual meat and cheese, though.

gravy on Thanksgiving table

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TastefulThanksgiving wine pairingsarent going out of style anytime soon.