Ep 42. Thanksgiving Shortcuts

In the Thanksgiving Shortcuts episode of The Chew season 4, the co-hosts are focusing on making the preparations for Thanksgiving as stress-free as possible. Carla Hall starts off the show by demonstrating how to make a simple yet delicious appetizer of bacon-wrapped dates stuffed with blue cheese and almonds. Michael Symon then shares his secret to a quick and easy turkey: spatchcocking, which involves removing the backbone and flattening the bird before roasting it, resulting in a perfectly cooked turkey in half the time.

Next up is Daphne Oz, who shows viewers how to simplify the process of making stuffing by using pre-made stuffing mix and adding some unique ingredients like chestnuts and mushrooms. Clinton Kelly then shares his recipe for a decadent sweet potato casserole that can be made ahead of time and reheated on the day of Thanksgiving.

Later in the episode, the co-hosts demonstrate some quick and easy side dishes that can be made in under 20 minutes, including roasted Brussels sprouts with prosciutto and maple-vinegar glaze, and a cranberry-orange relish that can also double as a dessert topping for ice cream.

The episode concludes with a discussion on how to make the most of Thanksgiving leftovers, including a recipe for a savory turkey pot pie and a creative way to use leftover cranberry sauce by incorporating it into a cocktail. Overall, the Thanksgiving Shortcuts episode of The Chew season 4 provides viewers with practical tips and recipe ideas for a stress-free and delicious Thanksgiving holiday.