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Like Key lime thumbprint cookies and a spicy cabbage salad.

Like spicy lamb noodles and a rich pumpkin cheesecake.

Like Bombay rolls and roasted eggplant in satay sauce.

Get into the holiday spirit with peppermint meringues, jammy Linzer sandwiches, fruitcake bar cookies, and more.

Like sofrito bolognese, baked butter paneer, and London Fog brownies.

We’ve got a caramelized onion and spinach quiche, hot chocolate cookies, and more.

Today on Epicurious, we’ve asked professional chefs Melba Wilson, Darrell Holder, and Chris Morocco to give us their unfiltered, honest reviews of some prominent boxed stuffing found on supermarket shelves. Which mix comes closest to homemade Thanksgiving stuffing, and which should you avoid at all costs?

Ever wondered what a hot dog looks like around the world? Epicurious brings together 13 chefs from 13 countries to showcase their hot dog recipes. From Colombian papas and pineapple sauce to Korean corn dogs, discover how cultures around the world transform the classic hot dog into something mouthwatering.

In this edition of Epicurious 101, professional chef and culinary instructor Frank Proto demonstrates how to make the best single-crust and double-crust pies for Thanksgiving. Whether it’s for apple pie, pumpkin pie, or any delicious dessert, learn how to avoid soggy bottoms to achieve the perfect flaky texture every time.

Culinary technologist Dave Arnold tests a full lineup of slot toasters and toaster ovens, ranging from ultra-budget to luxury, to see which ones actually make the best toast. We look at edge-to-edge toast evenness, first-slice vs second-slice performance, true bagel modes, and much more to determine which toasters are worth your money and which to avoid.

Critical Role (Travis Willingham, Marisha Ray, Laura Bailey, Liam O’Brien, Taliesin Jaffe, Ashley Johnson, Sam Riegel, and Matthew Mercer) go head-to-head, testing their basic culinary skills. From apple peeling to crafting the most delicious canapé, who will be crowned the Epicurious Culinary Champion?

Celebrate Thanksgiving with five of our most beloved holiday recipes–mashed potatoes, roast potatoes, stuffing, gravy, and biscuits. In this marathon, we revisit the dishes that define the season, from perfectly fluffy potatoes to rich, savory gravy. Whether you’re hosting for the first time or perfecting your annual spread, these recipes will help you master the essentials of a classic Thanksgiving meal.