Thanksgiving Dinner Is More Expensive This Year, But Only A Little
Your Thanksgiving dinner may be a little more expensive this year, according to an annual survey by the American Farm Bureau
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Breaking The Cranberry Mold: New Ways To Savor This Seasonal Berry
Cranberry sauce is a Thanksgiving tradition. But if you're ready for a fresh take on this staple, why not try cranberries in chutney or cake? America's Test Kitchen founder Chris Kimball offers ideas.
New York Restaurants Serve Up Thanksgiving In One Tasty Bite
Chefs in New York City are packing turkey, cranberry, gravy and stuffing together into small, savory packages. These one-bite wonders take the form of dumplings, croissants and meatballs.
Green Bean Casserole: The Thanksgiving Staple We Love — Or Loathe
The classic Midwestern casserole, which turns 60 this year, has come to mean more than just a mashup of processed food. Even those who grew up with it but can't abide it admit: It tastes like home.
Up, Up And Away: Balloon School For Parade Newbies
Balloons are a mainstay of Thanksgiving Day parades across the nation. It takes skill, strength and teamwork to control those helium-filled bags of fun — that's exactly what balloon school is for.
So Long, Turkey: 3 Ways To Spice Up Thanksgiving Without The Bird
Not everyone delights in turkey as the centerpiece to Thanksgiving. We asked three chefs around the country for their suggestions of winning alternatives. They came up with venison, pork and biryani.
Gratitude Is Good For The Soul And Helps The Heart, Too
This Thursday, people all over the country will sit around the dinner table discussing what they're thankful for. And being grateful may also reduce the risk of heart disease.
Don't Mess With My Stuffing: Thanksgiving's Most Hotly Debated Dish
Thanksgiving for most people in America means family, turkey and stuffing. We asked NPR's readers what stuffing they make. Turns out there's a lot of passion and variety when it comes to stuffing.
How To Dodge Political Squabble This Gobble Day
When Thanksgiving comes during an election season, dinner table conversations can get contentious. We check in with Miss Manners to learn how we might get through the holiday without a family feud.
For Expats In Afghanistan, A Cranberry Dish To Relish Far From Home
In 2011, about 100 Americans living and working in Kabul gathered for a Thanksgiving feast a long way from family. But a dish familiar to many NPR listeners helped bring them a taste of home.