Create a Barefoot Contessa Thanksgiving spread with these recipes from Ina Garten, some of her favorites for celebrating the holiday. Best of all, she helps you take the stress out of hosting Thanksgiving by providing lots of tips and methods for preparing dishes in advance, like her genius method for carving the turkey and reheating it on an ovenproof platter on top of her favorite gravy (which itself can be simmered up to a week ahead and quickly finished at the last moment). Learn all about Ina's past and present inspiration for food, life and love in her memoir, Be Ready When the Luck Happens.
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Make-Ahead Roast Turkey
Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy with Onions and Sage
Herb and Apple Bread Pudding
Haricots Verts with Hazelnuts and Dill
Butternut Squash Gratin
Ina’s Deep-Dish Apple Pie
Pumpkin Mousse Parfait