I've cooked over 1,000 Ina Garten recipes. Here are my 10 favorites for Thanksgiving.

Trent PheiferJan 12, 2024, 15:00 IST

I've made all of Ina Garten's recipes and these are my favorite picks for Thanksgiving dinner. Trent Pheifer

I've made all of Ina Garten's recipes — these are my favorite recipes for Thanksgiving.
Parmesan smashed potatoes, popovers, and shaved Brussels sprouts with pancetta are great sides.

If Ina Garten's taught me anything, it's that a solid game plan is the key to a successful Thanksgiving dinner.

I may go overboard by planning my dishes, timeline, and grocery list in early October, but my meal prep runs like a well-oiled machine every year.

Fortunately, I have you covered when it comes to planning a menu.

I've cooked all of the Barefoot Contessa's 1,300-plus recipes, and here are my absolute favorites for Thanksgiving dinner.

Autumn sangria packs a punch.

Ina Garten's autumn sangria is sweet but not too sweet. Trent Pheifer

No need to carve a whole turkey for Thanksgiving. Trent Pheifer

No need to peel potatoes for this recipe. Trent Pheifer

Ina Garten knows how to make a good gravy. Trent Pheifer

Bread pudding is a good alternative to stuffing. Trent Pheifer

Butternut squash is an excellent Thanksgiving side. Trent Pheifer

Popovers are easy to dress up. Trent Pheifer

You can shred Brussels sprouts in a food processor. Trent Pheifer

I suggest dipping the pecan squares in chocolate. Trent Pheifer

Pumpkin-mousse parfaits look and taste good. Trent Pheifer