Thanksgiving Dessert How-To

How to make up and bake up classic holiday pies and more Thanksgiving desserts.

HOW TO MAKE A PIE CRUST

For the ultimate Thanksgiving dessert, make your own buttery, flaky piecrust from scratch. Just follow along, step by step.

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If you want to serve your crowd something sweet besides pie, try a trifle or look for a layer cake.

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THANKSGIVING DECOR

Sweeten up your table for Thanksgiving in minutes, using stuff you probably already have on hand. To mix it up, set out desserts buffet-style, so everyone can stretch after the big meal.

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Heads up, holiday hosts: Remember to have fun!

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