As the last leaves fall and chilly air sets in, kitchens across America come alive with holiday spirit. Here’s a coast-to-coast look at favorite comfort foods for holiday celebrations with no travel required.
Mornings in the Smoky Mountains mean hot biscuits with sausage gravy, best enjoyed by a warm stove. New Englanders serve up cranberry relish for a tangy side, while Midwesterners dish up sweet potato casserole with brown sugar and pecans.
Southern families make pecan pie, fragrant and gooey, the start of something sweet from Georgia to Texas. In the Pacific Northwest, mulled cider, steamed with cinnamon and orange, fills homes with the taste of comfort. Every recipe is nostalgia and connection, shared with friends and family.
This year, put on your apron, share a story, and bring holiday magic home. Every meal is an invitation to gather together and celebrate.