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A SEASON TO CELEBRATE • When it comes to holidays, Thanksgiving is my favorite.
SHANNON’S FALL FAVORITES • As senior food stylist, Shannon gets up close and personal with many of the foods in this issue. Here’s what she loved on set.
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Harvest Hummus • When temperatures dip, we’re craving all things pumpkin. Say “later” to lattes and welcome fall flavor with this smooth, savory hummus. Recipe, page 14.
Pet Love SPOOKY SNACKS • WITH THESE EASY HOMEMADE GOODIES, IT’S NO TRICKS, ALL TREATS FOR YOUR PUP THIS HALLOWEEN.
GREEN MACHINE • You know about their healthy fats, but adding avocados to your diet can benefit your health in more ways than one. Here’s why nutritionists are awed by avocados.
Turkey Day, Take Two • Raid the fridge for these brilliant ideas that turn Thanksgiving leftovers into next-day deliciousness.
FLAVOR IN A FLASH • When weeknights get wild, put down the takeout menu and turn to these super fast meals made in half an hour or less.
A FIVE-STAR THANKSGIVING • On the biggest feasting day of all, you want tried-and-true favorites that make guests extra grateful. These are the back-for-seconds recipes our readers can’t stop raving over online and around dinner tables. RECIPES START ON P.35
FALL FOR PASTA • IT’S THE ULTIMATE COMFORT FOOD MADE EVEN COZIER FOR FALL. THESE CREAMY, TWIRLY, LOAD-UP-A-BOWL RECIPES GIVE YOU SOMETHING TO NOODLE OVER ALL SEASON. Recipes star t on p.40
FREEZER TO TABLE • Take plain frozen veggies and turn them into something fabulous. Our Field Editors show you creative ways to think outside the bag.
COOK IT FAST COOK IT SLOW • Have some time? Let it simmer. Need it quick? Pressure’s on, baby! No matter how you cook ’em, these hands-off recipes make busy-day dinners a cinch.
A Tale of Two Cookers • These wonder tools work magic in the kitchen in their own ways. Here’s why there’s plenty of room in our hearts for both.
The Best Beef Stew • Grab a big spoon and get ready to hunker down. Here’s how to make fall’s biggest bowl of comfort even better.
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THE GREATEST BAKES • It was the ultimate showstopper challenge and these home bakers brought their best. Pull these winning cakes, bars, breads and more from your oven and watch rave reviews roll in.
SUE GRONHOLZ
The Comfort Zone • Sweater weather welcomes cozy cooking, like Field Editor Rachel Lewis’ fall-inspired menu that showcases seasonal goodness with a heartwarming twist.
FRIGHT NIGHT FLICKS • GRAB A SECURITY BLANKET AND STOCK UP ON SNACKS. IT’S A FEARSOME FILM FEST FOR YOUR BRAVEST MOVIE BUFFS.
Take a Look • Give the Halloween party host something to scream about with a platter of eye-popping treats.
Baked by Heart • For the Cappuccio family, Mom’s cinnamon twirl cookies were an icon—and a mystery. Now she shares the recipe for the first time.
The Pantry • A guide for what to stock up on this month.
SPEAKING OUT TO HALT HUNGER • FOR THIS SINGLE PARENTS STAR, FOOD INSECURITY HITS CLOSE TO HOME
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Home Sweet Home • Deployed personnel conjure clever ways to bring holiday memories to their base in Kabul.
FIELD EDITOR LIST • Find these home cooks’ recipes, photos and tips!
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