Green Bean Casserole: The kind with the French’s French Fried Onions on top

You know you want it.

Gravy: What is Grandma’s secret gravy ingredient?

You'll never guess.

Cornbread dressing: Mom makes it. Dad loves it

But don't try getting a precise recipe out of Mom.

Ham: Who says turkey has to be the centerpiece for Thanksgiving?

One family celebrates the harvest holiday meal with an animal they raised themselves.

Scalloped oysters: The kids thought it was disgusting

Until one day they didn't.

The stories in the food

Press Herald staffers share some Thanksgiving traditions and tell how they evolved.

At Thanksgiving, every recipe has a story

For real fall flavors, get your winter squash on the grill

This recipe with cranberry-sage butter might become your go-to preparation.

Black sesame seeds make monkey bread more exotic

The small ingredient plays a large role in Eastern cultures.

Trot out turkey parts for tasty gravy

Don't settle for dullness; learn how to crank up the flavor.