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The Thanksgiving prep you can start now to save time laterĀ 

  • Kristen Wood
  • Updated 15 hrs ago

Thanksgiving hosts expect to welcome an average of 10 people this year, according to Butterball. That is a lot of plates, side dishes and last-minute ... Read more

The post The Thanksgiving prep you can start now to save time laterĀ  appeared first on Food Drink Life.

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15 Southern recipes that belong somewhere between the ceiling fan and the sound of cicadas

  • Jenn Allen
  • 17 hrs ago

Set out 15 Southern recipes for a porch-season meal, from fried chicken and corn succotash to smoky chili, green tomatoes, ribs, shrimp and grits, and hearty casseroles. Find mains and sides for supper or sharing.

The post 15 Southern recipes that belong somewhere between the ceiling fan and the sound of cicadas appeared first on Food Drink Life.

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17 retro comfort food picks that never needed a trendy makeover

  • Jenn Allen
  • Updated 17 hrs ago

Old-school dishes still earn a place on the menu. These 17 retro recipes span casseroles, quiche, chowders, chicken, and classic sides, with familiar flavors for family dinners, brunches, and gatherings.

The post 17 retro comfort food picks that never needed a trendy makeover appeared first on Food Drink Life.

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17 casseroles to clear out the fridge before the Thanksgiving groceries arrive

  • Mandy V Applegate
  • Updated 17 hrs ago

With Thanksgiving groceries on the way, use up vegetables, cooked turkey, rice, pasta, and cheese in these 17 casseroles. The mix includes hearty dinners and familiar sides, so less food gets left behind.

The post 17 casseroles to clear out the fridge before the Thanksgiving groceries arrive appeared first on Food Drink Life.

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17 old-fashioned desserts your grandparents will recognize at the holiday table

  • Mandy V Applegate
  • Updated Nov 8, 2026

Bring familiar sweets to the holiday table with 17 old-fashioned desserts, including classic pies, cakes, brownies, bread pudding, chocolate mousse, and apple turnovers. Find a nostalgic treat for sharing after dinner.

The post 17 old-fashioned desserts your grandparents will recognize at the holiday table appeared first on Food Drink Life.

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15 pumpkin recipes that beat anything on the seasonal menu at the coffee shop

  • Mandy V Applegate
  • Updated Nov 8, 2026

Skip the seasonal coffee shop line and bring pumpkin to breakfast, dinner, dessert, or the party table. These 15 recipes range from savory risotto and soup to waffles, cookies, cakes, bars, and a shareable cheeseball.

The post 15 pumpkin recipes that beat anything on the seasonal menu at the coffee shop appeared first on Food Drink Life.

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13 easy slow cooker recipes for nights when smoke curls from chimneys down the block

  • Jenn Allen
  • Nov 8, 2026

When the evenings turn cold and the daylight slips away, these 13 slow cooker recipes bring pork roasts, chicken, beef stews, soups, and meatballs to dinner with the crock pot doing most of the work.

The post 13 easy slow cooker recipes for nights when smoke curls from chimneys down the block appeared first on Food Drink Life.

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17 comforting crock pot dishes that wait patiently while you catch the last of the daylight

  • Jenn Allen
  • Nov 7, 2026

When daylight fades and dinner remains, these 17 crock pot dishes offer pork roasts, chicken, soups, beef, and meatballs with little hands-on work. Start one early and sit down when the day winds down.

The post 17 comforting crock pot dishes that wait patiently while you catch the last of the daylight appeared first on Food Drink Life.

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13 turkey recipes to write down before the thanksgiving menu is set in stone

  • Mandy V Applegate
  • Nov 7, 2026

Still deciding what turkey to serve for Thanksgiving? These 13 recipes include a whole roast, slow-cooker breast, pot pie, casseroles, soups, sliders, and make-ahead pinwheels for meals before and after the holiday.

The post 13 turkey recipes to write down before the thanksgiving menu is set in stone appeared first on Food Drink Life.

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17 home-cooked soups and stews that cost less and feed better

  • Jenn Allen
  • Nov 6, 2026

Home-cooked soups and stews make everyday ingredients go further. These 17 bowls include beef, turkey, sausage, vegetable chowders, and bean-filled chili for filling meals that feed the household well for less.

The post 17 home-cooked soups and stews that cost less and feed better appeared first on Food Drink Life.

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