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Turkey Gravy

This homemade Turkey Gravy from stock is my mom’s tried and true recipe. It’s a staple on our Thanksgiving table every year. Turkey Gravy Recipe from Homemade Stock My mom has been making this classic Turkey Gravy recipe for forever, and I’m so excited to share it with you. A blend of fragrant fresh herbs,

Turkey Stock for Gravy

There’s no denying that the secret to a memorable turkey gravy lies in its base: a rich, flavorful stock. Once you’ve made your own turkey stock, there’s no going back to the store-bought stuff. Turkey Stock for Gravy Thanksgiving wouldn’t be complete without the quintessential turkey gravy to drizzle over tender slices of turkey, creamy

Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup

My favorite way to use leftover turkey is to make a delicious pot of turkey noodle soup. It’s also an excellent way to clean out your refrigerator! Turkey Noodle Soup Don’t throw out the turkey bones after Thanksgiving! Making homemade turkey stock with bones is the secret to the best-tasting soup. I promise it’s easy!

Cornbread Muffins

Adding fresh corn to cornbread muffins makes them moist and delicious, you’ll never know they’re light! Homemade Cornbread Muffins For years, I tried to make a healthier, low-fat cornbread, but I never liked the results and always gave up. That was until I tested a cornbread recipe for Skinnytaste Simple using grated zucchini that came

Make-Ahead Low-Carb Turkey Gravy (Flourless)

Rich turkey stock and pureed roasted vegetables create a creamy low-carb turkey gravy without flour. Low-Carb Gravy Roasting turkey wings, neck, or parts along with cauliflower, onion, and garlic gives you a rich turkey stock, which creates this luscious, low-carb turkey gravy with no flour. Then the vegetables get pureed along with the stock to

Thanksgiving Menu with Make Ahead Options

Hosting a holiday dinner can be stressful – but it doesn’t to be! From appetizers and sides to turkey and dessert, this Thanksgiving Menu with Make Ahead Options takes the stress out of what to make and when to make it. The Perfect Thanksgiving Menu It’s probably no surprise that I love Thanksgiving. It’s one

Turkey Roulade (Stuffed Turkey Breast)

This Turkey Roulade with Cranberry Stuffing and gravy is the perfect Thanksgiving or Holiday meal for a smaller gathering. Turkey Roulade This Stuffed Turkey Breast with Cranberry Stuffing also known as a Turkey Roulade is great when you don’t need to make a whole bird, such as for a smaller family Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving. I

30 Amazing Gifts for People Who Love to Cook

I might be a little biased, but I think it’s a lot of fun to shop for the best cooking gifts (I’m always in the kitchen, after all!). There are so many great kitchen tools and accessories out there that make amazing holiday gifts, so if you’re shopping for a home cook, I’ve rounded up

Free 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan (Nov 13-19)

A free 7-day, flexible weight loss meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipes include macros and Weight Watchers points. Free 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan (Nov 13-19) The holiday season is almost here! I love to focus on Thanksgiving and the family time it brings. Looking for the perfect side dish for the day or to bring

Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

This healthier sweet potato casserole with marshmallows is made with golden raisins, crushed pineapple and spices topped with pecans and mini marshmallows. Best Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe A healthy and lighter classic sweet potato casserole sweetened naturally with pineapple and golden raisins. To be honest with you, I’ve never understood the whole marshmallow thing but