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Guide to Quick, Classic Thanksgiving Recipes

A look at the basics and variations of classic Thanksgiving dishes.

Turkey

The World's Simplest Turkey - This is an easy turkey recipe that is estimated to take about 3 hours from start to finish. 

Black Pepper-Pomegranate Molasses Glazed Turkey - This recipe should take just under 3 hours to prepare, and is a unique take on a classic dish.

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Stuffing

Stuffing runs the gamut from complex to downright simple and good. Paula Deen offeres a few different stuffing recipes, highlighted by her "Simple Irresistible" stuffing and her sausage and herb stuffing. She guides you through both recipes with a videos on FoodNetwork.com.

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Cranberry Sauce

You can always pick up a can at the grocery store, but if you're the type who stays true to having homemade dishes on your table, this cranberry sauce recipe from SimpleRecipes.com is perfect. It's quick, it's easy, and it will be a hit with everyone.

Macaroni and Cheese

Can you really ever go wrong with mac-and-cheese on Thanksgiving? Every one has their own take on the classic side dish, and few fail to please the taste buds. If you're looking for a few different recipes to spice things up, or keep them classic, look no further than Food2.com, which provides one classic baked macaroni and cheese recipe, a croque monsieur macaroni and cheese recipe and a recipe for the healthy folks — mac-and-cheese slimmed down.

Pumpkin Pie

Fall is on its way out the door, but Thanksgiving wouldn't be the same without Pumpkin Pie. Libby's Famous Pumkin Pie from AllRecipes.com just takes 10 minutes to prepare and one hour to cook. It's simple, easy, and will hit the spot between dinner and the moment you pass out on the couch watching football. 


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