Mary Bilyeu

Ann Arbor, Michigan

This recipe is based on my mother's traditional herb stuffing. I added cranberries and pecans to give it seasonal flair.

Jeri Huish

Pleasant Grove, Utah

My mother taught me how to make this simple mushroom stuffing when I was a teenager. It was the first Thanksgiving dish I ever helped her cook.

Michaela Rosenthal

Woodland Hills, California

Every New Year's Day, my friend makes a big pot of black-eyed peas and ham and serves it with hot cornbread. I love the combination so much that I've come up with a way to serve it for Thanksgiving.

LaRue Wilson

San Antonio, Texas

This oyster dressing comes from my Louisiana grandmother. It's one dish my children, who are in their 30s, always return home for.

Arleen Craft

Eustis, Florida

My Aunt Ellen was from County Mayo, Ireland, and made the best chestnut stuffing I've ever had. I've combined it with classic bread stuffing, which was my husband's favorite.