Make-Ahead Recipes

Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy (No Drippings Needed)

Rich turkey gravy made days ahead from roasted turkey wings, so there is no last-minute gravy stress. Fridge and freezer friendly.

All-butter flaky crust filled with cinnamon brown sugar apples, finished with a lattice top. Cool well before slicing.

Fluffy pull-apart butter rolls made with milk, butter and an egg. Shape ahead or freeze baked rolls.

Creamy roasted sweet potato casserole with vanilla and cinnamon, topped with a crunchy brown sugar pecan streusel. Make-ahead friendly.

Classic green bean casserole with a homemade mushroom cream sauce instead of canned soup, topped with crispy fried onions. Make-ahead friendly.

Juicy herb-butter turkey breast cooked in the slow cooker, with gravy made from the juices. Frees up the oven for Thanksgiving sides.

Soft banana muffins made with blended oats, Greek yogurt and eggs, with optional protein powder. Blender batter, freezer friendly.

A 10-minute, no-cook sandwich filling of mashed chickpeas with lemon, mustard, celery, red onion and dill. Make-ahead friendly.

Creamy, extra smooth hummus from one can of chickpeas, tahini, lemon and garlic. Ready in 10 minutes in a food processor.

One-pot chickpea and spinach stew in a smoky garlic and tomato broth. Vegan, budget friendly and ready in about 35 minutes.