This traditional roasted turkey is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any large family dinner. 1 turkey (10 to 30 lb.; see notes) Melted butter or …
A Sunset Thanksgiving
From recipes and cooking tools to place-settings and survival tips, it's all you need for a smooth, happy Thanksgiving.
Sometimes, you need to take that perfectly prepared menu, grab the grocery list again, look it over one last time … and throw it away. It’s a bold …
Cuong Pham uncorks a split of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon he bought at auction and pours a glass for his son, Kevin. They toast, swirl, and sip, …
Before he made a name for himself as a vegan author, food stylist, and photographer, Edgar Castrejón grew up in Oakland eating savory meat stews, …
Cooking is undeniably a skill, and as with any skill comes a learning curve before anyone can declare themselves a master in the kitchen. That being …
If you think your vegetables are too pretty to hide in the produce drawer of your refrigerator, you are not alone. Autumn tablescapes have been heavy …
Are you overwhelmed by the amount of decorating, baking, gifting, and mixology you’ll need to do for the holiday season? Unsure what to feed your …
Thanksgiving may only be one actual day, but the meal can last for several. The end of Thanksgiving dinner is usually a ballet of Tupperware and bags …
Green Beans with Chanterelles and Cipollini Chanterelle mushrooms and cipollini onions are worth the splurge, but you can substitute halved cremini …
Pumpkin pie is a staple of fall menus across the West—we’re not denying that and we’re not here to take its crown away. However, there is always room …
Thanksgiving is a big, heavy meal. There’s a reason why a long nap is a classic post-Thanksgiving activity. Between, the turkey, stuffing, potatoes, …
Better with Marshmallows I’m originally from the Midwest, so my family’s Thanksgiving table has always included at least two different types of …
For many, a classic Thanksgiving holiday is a big gathering with lots of family and friends at a beautifully decorated house. But between the ongoing …
Some of my favorite November memories involve just being grateful for having found a place to land on the holiday. Years later, I may still remember …
Holiday meals don’t have to end with containers overflowing with leftovers and more turkey than anyone can figure out what to do with. For those who …
When hungry hosts in and around Los Angeles want an easy solution for serving snacks to picky-eating party guests, they know to get in touch with …
I have told one story about Thanksgiving that demonstrates my habit of making too many desserts—and the odd tension that can surface during the …
Whether or not you practice a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle, or you’re cooking for friends and family who are sans-meat, it can be difficult to find …
Setting a stylish yet sustainable table for the holidays can be intimidating. But, if you’re looking to impress while keeping the planet in mind, …
Times are tough. So we put all our recipes for turkeys, side dishes, pies, and more in one place—just for you.
Honestly, you don’t need a ton to have a great Thanksgiving: a companion or two (even by Zoom!), warm food to eat, a drink that’ll make you happy, …
Your fresh turkey is ordered. Your guest list is set. The once-a-year china and silverware are out of storage. What’s missing from your Thanksgiving …
The Sunset staff has our own set of favorite Sunset recipes, but we’re especially choosy (and rightfully so) when it comes to Thanksgiving. You get one …
It’s hard to imagine Thanksgiving without a good turkey. The stuffing and the potatoes and the green beans all may flesh out the meal. But the focus …
Disclaimer: We are not seriously suggesting you dose your family (or anyone!) on Thanksgiving (or any day!). We’re simply offering up a bit of …
Every year, Sunset’s food editors receive a ton of reader questions in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving. You want to know the best way to cook …
Follow food editors Ellen and Maya as they share what they’re eating, drinking, and cooking each week. Subscribe to The Sunset Pantry newsletter. At …
Walnut Bourbon Chocolate Pie San Francisco restaurant Che Fico’s not-so-secret weapon is its pastry chef, Angela Pinkerton. Eating a Pinkerton pastry, …
Cashew-Lime Cilantro Hummus This bright, fresh version of hummus is great with any combination of raw vegetables. Chicory Salad with Persimmons, …