Thanksgiving

Maple and pecan are a fabulous flavor combination. Make sure to use pure maple syrup for this yummy fudge.

For the best poultry gravy, do not roast the turkey or chicken in a nonstick roasting pan: It keeps the flavorful bits of meat and skin from cooking onto the pan.

You can substitute dried cranberries or raisins for the dried cherries in this recipe.

The crackle can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 month.

If you can’t find blood oranges, use regular ones.

If you prefer to omit the bourbon, simply double the amount of hot water.

Halving the yams before roasting greatly reduces the cooking time and allows them to develop a nice golden crust.