Brown gravy being poured over mashed potatoes - Ryan Benyi Photography/Getty Images Almost by definition, gravy is a bit of an afterthought — one of the last things you whip up once the roast is out ...

You took on an intimidating task: gravy. First off, give yourself a pat on the back—gravy can feel surprisingly high-stakes, especially if you're making it for the first time or hosting a crowd. But ...

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Q: Is there a trick to adding cornstarch to gravy? I try adding the cornstarch to a small amount of liquid and stir with a fork, then put it in with the simmering gravy and stir to thicken. It always ...

*** roasting pan. We need salt pepper. The horror stories, undercooked, overcooked, lumpy mashed potatoes, lumpy gravy and of course the unexpected guest, we can't help you with the last problem. But ...

Just imagine you've got a table full of hungry humans, clamoring for that apple pie that's been baking in the oven. Or perhaps, there's a gravy buff in the group, just waiting for that savory sauce.

Without that texture, there’d be none of us. By Dennis Overbye As Thanksgiving approaches, would-be chefs and hosts, including apparently my editors, are perfecting their techniques for making the all ...

Even the most confident Thanksgiving cooks make mistakes. There's always one dish that doesn't come out as good as last year, as bolder family members may remind you. Indeed, the pressure to cook the ...