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If you're not going to be ordering in your Thanksgiving meal, it might be a good idea to have a reliable resource on hand to give you ideas and guide you through some classic recipes. The Thanksgiving Table is entirely dedicated to the one holiday meal, though if you like the recipes, there is no reason not to enjoy them during the rest of the year, as well. Besides, the book provides ample direction for preparing some of the menu items in advance, as well as including a number of "shortcuts," so there is really no excuse not to cook.

The chapters are divided up into soups, turkey, vegetarian entrees, stuffing and biscuits, side dishes and desserts. The recipes range from traditional dishes, like Classic Roast Turkey, to the less conventional, like Barbecued Turkey and Hickory-baked Stuffed Tofu. Non-turkey recipes include Italian Sausage, Mushroom and Sage Stuffing and Sautéed Green Beans with Shallot Crisps. Timetables and menu guides are provided to help keep you organized as you work. There is also a chapter dedicated to using leftovers in ways that are more creative than just turkey sandwiches, such as Turkey Pot Pie and Turkey Enchiladas.