Roasted acorn squash slices served atop baby bitter greens with a smoked paprika vinaigrette. A colorful, seasonal side dish that balances sweet and bitter.

A classic pumpkin pie with a homemade flaky crust and warmly spiced pumpkin custard filling. A Thanksgiving staple made entirely from scratch.

Buttery toffee studded with toasted hazelnuts and finished with flaky sea salt. A sweet-salty confection perfect for gifting to neighbors.

Toasted pumpkin seeds coated in butter, sugar, and salt for an addictive sweet-salty crunch. A simple holiday snack or salad topper.

A hearty Thanksgiving stuffing studded with toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and sweet Italian sausage. Baked until golden on top with a moist, savory interior.

A festive holiday salad of mixed greens and romaine tossed in a creamy Champagne vinaigrette. Topped with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls, pine nuts, and sliced basil.

A rich turkey gravy made from scratch with turkey stock, neck, and gizzards simmered with fresh thyme. The essential companion to deep-fried turkey.

A stunning tri-colored layered cookie made with almond paste dough tinted red, green, and yellow, filled with raspberry jam and apricot preserves. Topped with melted dark chocolate for a show-stopping holiday treat.

A whole turkey deep-fried to golden, crispy perfection with incredibly juicy meat inside. The showstopping centerpiece of Valerie's Thanksgiving table.

A comforting shepherd's pie with braised lamb, root vegetables, and a golden mashed potato crust. The ultimate neighborly casserole for cold-weather sharing.