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Holiday How-To's

Even the Best Traditions Can Get Better

Whether you want to cook your best turkey yet, introduce your guests to something new (pork crown roast, anyone?), or create sides and desserts that steal the show, we’ve got ideas that’ll help you make the holidays shine even brighter this year. Use our tips and tricks to add delicious flavor and, yes, a bit of sparkle to your festivities. Shop our Holiday collection today!

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fully cooked turkey
Brining Your Turkey

If you plan to brine your turkey, do so for about 24 hours before roasting for maximum juiciness.

Pork Crown Roast
Your Best Pork Crown Roast

Add extra flavor and moisture to your pork crown roast by cooking it with stuffing in the center.

Lamb
Cooking with Lamb

If you love lamb but would like to cut back on its potential gaminess, simply remove the excess fat.

Take and Bake Brie
Take & Bake Brie

Brush on an egg wash (simply a beaten egg) to give your brie an even more beautiful color, professional pastry shine and extra crispiness. If the oven is already full, use an air fryer to cook it to yummy perfection.

Roasted Butternut Squash
Better Butternut Squash

Amplify our Roasted Butternut Squash With Pecans and Cranberries by topping it with even more pecans and cranberries—plus a drizzle of maple syrup—before heating it in the oven.

Deviled Eggs
Devilishly Decadent Eggs

Elevate your deviled eggs by adding a dollop of Pacific sturgeon caviar and a sprinkle of minced chives.

Pie with Ice Cream
Delectable Desserts

Take holiday dessert to the next delectable level. Whether serving pie or cake, look for a seasonal and flavorful ice cream as an accompaniment, such as cinnamon ice cream to go with a pumpkin or apple pie.

Seasonal Sips
Festive Seasonal Sips

Garnish your favorite sparkling sip (whether it’s wine or cider) with a festive rosemary and cranberry skewer. Simply thread a few cranberries on a rosemary stem, mist with water and dust with granulated sugar.

Pumpkin Beer
Pump Up the Pumpkin Beer

Dip the rim of a pint glass in caramel, add a sprinkle of cinnamon and pour in your favorite seasonal pumpkin beer for a fall sip your guests won’t soon forget!

Cook like a chef this holiday season with Anna Rossi

Looking to incorporate some pro-level expertise into your holiday feast? We asked Emmy Award-winning lifestyle host and TV personality Anna Rossi to help us make the most of our Ultimate Holiday Meal—and she delivered!

From whipping up an easy compound butter with maple syrup to putting a boozy twist on traditional cranberry sauce, her ideas are sure to wow your guests. Watch the video to hear her tips and tricks and then scroll down for the recipes.

Rolls
Buttered Rolls, But Better

Add even more flavor to your dinner rolls with an easy-to-make compound butter. Start with room temperature salted butter and mix in maple syrup and a dash of cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice.

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Cranberry
Cranberry Sauce with a Twist

Elevate your cranberry sauce with a splash of an orange-flavored liqueur, like Cointreau or Grand Marnier, and garnish with an orange peel. For a nonalcoholic twist, add texture with crunchy pecans.

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Yukon Gold Potatoes
Mashed Potatoes Made Better

Elevate this popular side dish by stirring in fresh chopped herbs and crème fraîche or a soft cheese like mascarpone. Herby Boursin cheese will infuse your mashed potatoes with robust flavor without adding extra butter or cream.

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