Hosting Thanksgiving: the upgrades that make the day easier
Everything that takes the stress out of the turkey, the table and the leftovers, plus a few host gifts if you are the guest.
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Our top 5 at a glance
IllustrationKitchen1.Electric carving knife
Why we love itClean slices in seconds, so the turkey looks as good on the plate as it did in the oven.
$25 to $45
IllustrationKitchen2.Roasting pan with rack
Why we love itA proper pan with a rack and handles: the one piece of kit a first-time host actually needs.
$30 to $50
IllustrationKitchen3.Instant-read thermometer
Why we love itThe quickest way to know the turkey is done without cutting into it.
$15 to $25
IllustrationGrocery4.Turkey brine kit
Why we love itHerbs, salt and a bag big enough for the bird: the easy route to a juicy turkey.
$20 to $35
IllustrationKitchen5.Electric warming tray
Why we love itKeeps every side dish hot while people go back for seconds.
$40 to $80
IllustrationKitchen6.Fat separator
Why we love itTurns pan drippings into smooth gravy in a minute.
$12 to $20
IllustrationKitchen7.Ceramic pie dish
Why we love itA pretty dish that goes from oven to table, and gets used every holiday after.
$20 to $35
IllustrationHome8.Fall table runner
Why we love itThe quickest way to make the table look finished.
$12 to $25
IllustrationGames9.Gratitude conversation cards
Why we love itA few questions that get the whole table talking between courses.
$10 to $20
IllustrationKitchen10.Le Creuset mini cocotte
Why we love itThe host gift that looks expensive and gets used for years.
$30 to $45