Step 1 Whisk 7 cups (875 g) all-purpose flour, ¼ cup (50 g) sugar, 2 Tbsp. plus 2 tsp. baking powder, 1 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. garlic powder, 1 tsp. baking soda, 2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 cup), ½ cup (packed) finely chopped parsley, 2 Tbsp. Diamond Crystal or 1 Tbsp. plus ½ … Read more
So often Thanksgiving side dishes get overlooked, pushed to the side and forgotten about until the very last minute. While I won’t scold you for cooking them à la minute, I will declare that sides deserve just as much flavor and pizzazz as their flashier project-based counterparts. Enter these bold and flavorful carrots that come … Read more
No shade to turkey sandwiches, but I’m much more likely to crave this Malaysian-style curry laksa soup the day after Thanksgiving. Zesty, spicy, and bound to awaken my palate, the coconut milk-based broth makes good use of the turkey carcass that served me so well the day before (outside of the holiday season, use the … Read more
All the creamy tang and autumnal color of a pumpkin-flavored cheesecake, with none of the normal cheesecake drama. This twist on the classically burnt confection from northern Spain cooks up in a springform pan (no water bath required) lined with parchment paper—a dark top with cracked sides isn’t just expected, it’s very much encouraged! Warming … Read more
If you’re looking for a showstopping salad for your holiday table—or just something fresh and crunchy to tack on to a simple roast chicken dinner—stop scrolling! This moody-colored mix of cold-weather stalwarts, like radicchio, cabbage, red onion, and citrus, is equal parts juicy, fresh, and festive. Cara Cara, Valencia, or standard navel oranges will work … Read more
Step 1 Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 375°. Cook 12 oz. bacon (about 12 slices), cut into ¼” pieces, in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until brown and crisp, 6–8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Step 2 Spoon 3 Tbsp. bacon … Read more
Step 1 Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack inside. Pat one 12–14-lb. turkey, neck and giblets removed, dry with paper towels and place, breast side up, on rack. Mix 1 Tbsp. ground cumin and ⅓ cup Diamond Crystal or 3 Tbsp. plus 1¼ tsp. Morton kosher salt in a … Read more
Cookbook author and baking authority Abby Dodge created this recipe exclusively for Epicurious. “The flavor of this dessert relies on the apples, as they can range from sweet to tart and everything in between,” says Dodge. She recommends using a combination of McIntosh and Golden Delicious apples. The McIntosh variety is sweet and juicy, and … Read more
You could swap the butter for a neutral oil like canola or safflower if preferred. Whichever fat you choose, follow these proportions to elicit crispy, golden brown skin and juicy meat. 6. Season your turkey (if necessary). If you’ve chosen to brine your bird (via a wet brine or dry brine), you can skip this … Read more
Step 1 Remove any feathers and quills with pliers (kosher turkeys tend to require this more than others) from one 14- to 16-lb. turkey, neck and giblets (excluding liver) reserved for turkey giblet stock (if making). Pat turkey dry with paper towels. Step 2 Put oven rack in lower third of oven and preheat oven … Read more