Oh those Cajun turkey people are SMART! There you are trying to figure out what size turkey to buy and there is a pretty display promising you the BEST Thanksgiving turkey you've ever tasted with a bottle of turkey injection juice. Well, they lie. You can make something even better at home!

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• Whisk
• Turkey Injector

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I thought I hated stewed black-eyed peas recipes... until I had this one. Shared by an unnamed chef (by choice) this is not only a restaurant-quality recipe, but it IS a restaurant recipe.

Tools Used (affiliate links):

• Colander
• Dutch Oven
• Favorite Chef's Knife

You can dig into a big bowl of this all on its own or soak up the broth with some cornbread. It's also great with mashed potatoes, rice, or cauliflower rice. You can also serve it alongside many chicken, beef, or pork dishes.Make sure to subscribe to Chef's Recipe Spotlight!

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This flavorful homemade turkey rub recipe is so simple and delicious, you'll want to make it to put on everything! Make a big batch and store it in the pantry.

Tools Used (affiliate links):

• Measuring Spoons
• Favorite Storage Containers
• Spice Grinder
• Glass Spice Jar

And after you are all finished, save the bones to make Turkey Stock, Turkey Noodle Soup or check out one of our favorite 50+ leftover turkey recipes.

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If you’ve been on the lookout for incredible easy appetizers or snacks, these Turkey Cranberry Sliders are for you. While they channel all of the fall vibes, the combination of warm Hawaiian sweet rolls, melty cheese, and bright cranberry is perfect for any time of year, but especially good for Thanksgiving leftovers.

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• 9x13 Baking Dish
• Silicone Basting Brush
• Serrated Knife

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Have you ever brined a turkey before? It is time consuming, but not overrated- totally worth the time for a bird that is succulent and seasoned all the way through. Plus, cook it any way you want after brining- smoked, grilled, roasted, fried, infrared.

Tools Used (affiliate links) for how to brine a turkey.

• Brining Bags
• Large Stock Pot
• Cooking Twine
• Garlic press
• Whisk

Make it a meal with some of our favorite Thanksgiving side dishes.

• Creamed Corn Casserole
• Creamy Mashed Potatoes
• Wild Rice Pilaf
• Turkey Cranberry Sliders
• Sausage Stuffing

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Listen, we all love a burger on the grill, but you can get some flavorful and juicy burgers in a SKILLET! The maillard reaction is a chemical reaction that truly changes the flavor profile and amplifies the natural beefy flavors. Let's talk about a few tips and tricks!

• Garlic press
• Heat Resistant Rubber Spatula
• Large Cast Iron Skillet
• Burger Press
• Instant Read Thermometer

Also check out our favorite burgers sides like air fryer French fries, garlic parmesan sweet potato wedges, cowboy baked beans or a classic wedge salad.

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This recipe for Clams Casino was adapted from my husband's Aunt Donna. Made from canned clams and a set of clam shells older than me, they are a family tradition that we all look forward to and now she is willing to share them with YOU!

Tools Used (affiliate links):

• clam shells
• Mixing Bowls
• Spatula

Here are a few more seafood recipes worthy of the Italian Seven Fishes:

• Seafood Mac and Cheese
• Italian Seafood Salad
• Seafood Fra Diavolo

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There is nothing I love more than a juicy steak- and I literally wrote the book on beef. This recipe is great for a skirt steak, but can also be used on other cuts of beef, chicken or pork. You don't need much, but make sure you pick the right cut of beef for maximum beefy flavor.

Tools Used (affiliate links):

• Garlic press
• Whisk

And if you need some delicious side dishes to go along with your steak, my favorites include grilled potatoes, potato salad, baked beans, corn on the cob, macaroni salad, squash casserole or a nice kale salad!

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