I've cooked over 1,300 recipes from Ina Garten. Here are 10 of my favorites for Thanksgiving.

I've made more than 1,300 Ina Garten recipes. These are my favorite recipes for Thanksgiving. Garten's make-ahead turkey gravy and autumn sangria are some of my favorites. Her Parmesan smashed potatoes, shaved Brussels sprouts with pancetta, and popovers 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 some of my absolute favorites for Thanksgiving dinner. Her autumn sangria packs a punch. "Cook Like a Pro," page 24 When guests arrive, I love to kick things off with a seasonal cocktail.

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