These Extra-Peppery Cacio e Pepe Mashed Potatoes take classic Thanksgiving comfort and turns up the volume Warm cream infused with black and white pepper folds into fluffy Yukon Golds, finished with Pecorino Romano and Parmesan. The result: silky, savory, umami-rich potatoes that hold their own with or without gravy.
I began hosting large Friendsgivings during the project, inspired by Ina’s extensive holiday recipe collection. Since then, I’ve continued the tradition, theming each celebration around a different recipe author. Each celebration introduces new dishes that become future Thanksgiving staples, and here are some favorites
Take the stress out of Thanksgiving with these delicious make-ahead desserts from Ina Garten. Perfect for busy hosts who want to enjoy the holiday without last-minute baking chaos.
Ina Garten’s Ultimate Pumpkin Pie is a silky, rum-kissed take on the classic Thanksgiving dessert. With a par-baked flaky crust, a warmly spiced pumpkin filling, and a mascarpone-stabilized rum whipped cream, this pie delivers timeless comfort with a little elegance. Perfect for make-ahead holiday baking.
Explore Ina Garten’s eight exceptional mashed potato recipes, ranging from traditional butter-and-cream combinations to elevated versions featuring truffle butter, roasted garlic, goat cheese, and Parmesan. Find out which recipe stands above the rest as the ultimate potato side dish for any occasion.
Elevate your Thanksgiving spread with Ina Garten’s signature side dishes, including a mouthwatering Mushroom & Leek Bread Pudding, savory Chipotle & Rosemary Roasted Nuts, classic gravy, Spinach Gratin, and Parmesan Roasted Asparagus. Complete the feast with festive cocktails perfect for holiday entertaining.
A comprehensive ranking of Ina Garten’s seven turkey recipes, highlighting her signature techniques like dry brining and turkey roulade. Each recipe earns perfect marks, but offers unique approaches to achieving moist, flavorful meat.
To celebrate ten years of Store Bought Is Fine, I tackled Claire Saffitz’s Everything Bagels – a true baking project involving kneading, proofing, boiling, and baking to golden perfection. They’re chewy, flavorful, and delightfully rustic, especially served with Tabasco butter, soft-scrambled eggs, and bacon. A new appreciation for the bagel pros!