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Issue No. 1008: November 2020
Can you believe Thanksgiving is almost two weeks away? To help with your T-day prep, we’re sharing 5 easy things you can do NOW to get ahead. Plus, a brand new recipe perfect for busy weeknights and holiday houseguests, the ultimate Thanksgiving wine, and more! Scroll on for all the fun.
 
Enjoy!
Tanji
Photo Credit: Julia Heffelfinger
Make This Now: Slow Cooker Meatballs with
Buttery Tomato Sauce
Savory, tomato-sauced meatballs are always a crowd-pleaser, but who has time to nurture a stovetop sauce or sear meatballs on a weeknight? As we get into the holiday hustle and start welcoming houseguests, we found a way to make this classic dinner an any-night possibility with the help of our favorite kitchen tool—the slow cooker! Get the details on this hands-off, make-ahead, freezer-friendly dinner HERE.
Photo Credit: Joseph Drouhin
The Ultimate Turkey Wine: Beaujolais
If you’re looking for an easy-to-pair wine that will go with everything on your Thanksgiving table, look no further than a French Beaujolais! This bright, lively red will go with everything from the turkey and stuffing, to your green bean casserole. Find our top picks HERE.
Photo Credit: Time Out
5 Things You Can Do to Prepare for Thanksgiving NOW
Thanksgiving is in two weeks! If you’re in charge of the feast this year and are at a loss on where to begin, get your head start today. From guest lists to a pantry cleanse, check out our guide to kickstart your Thanksgiving prep HERE.
Photo Credit: The Wall Street Journal
Season 6 of Goodtaste is Here!
A brand new episode of Goodtaste airs this weekend! Join us in celebrating these restaurant heroes who work tirelessly to keep their businesses open and our communities well-fed during these tough times. Don’t miss our Friday newsletter for episode sneak peeks, must-try wines, and a special recipe from this weekend’s episode. Check your local listings HERE.
5 Texas Chefs Share Their Family Recipes
We love collecting recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation, tried and tested, and perfected to a tee! We reached out to some of the best chefs in the state to share their family favorites—and how you can make them for yourself. Get the recipes HERE!
Photo Credit: John Soules Foods
DIY: John Soules Foods Stuffed Butternut Squash
Looking for a fantastic fall dinner idea or an alternative Thanksgiving main dish? This recipe from John Soules Foods takes in-season butternut squash and stuffs the roasted halves with an aromatic chicken-and-mushroom filling flavored with cranberries, cinnamon and sage. It’s festive and surprisingly easy thanks to JSF pre-cooked rotisserie chicken. Learn how to make it for yourself HERE.
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