You'll definitely want to bookmark this page for quick reference during the holidays. Find turkey and other popular holiday food hotlines such as USDA, Reynolds Wrap, Butterball Turkey, Land O' Lakes, Betty Crocker, Fleischman's Yeast, Nestle's Toll House, Ocean Spray and more. Each is also linked to their corresponding website, most of which have a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page. Keep this hotline page handy in case you have a last minute cooking question or emergency. Most of these toll-free numbers are available for assistance year-round, holiday or not.

• Thanksgiving Holiday Cooking Hotlines
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Baby boomers fondly remember the simple classic green bean casserole as a Thanksgiving favorite. This version is updated a bit to add fresh mushrooms. It also uses frozen green beans which contain less salt and retain more color. The traditional dish is considered almost decadent these days with cream of mushroom soup and crispy fried onions on top. Feel free to make the noted substitutions to fit your diet, but it will not taste quite the same. You may find you will need more salt than when using canned green beans.

• Green Bean Casserole Recipe
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With a little insight on methods and a few tricks of the trade, you will find making the perfect gravy a snap! Should you use a flour roux? Cornstarch? Arrowroot? Find out the difference and what will work best for your purpose. For Thanksgiving, try Giblet Gravy or Basic Pan Gravy. If you're feeling adventurous, try Low-fat Cranberry Gravy or one of the other gravy recipes.

• Making Perfect Gravy
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You may consider mashed potatoes a no-brainer, but choosing the right type of potato and method can make or break the end result. Mashed potatoes are another Thanksgiving comfort food and one you can make in advance. Whether you like them smashed, mashed, or creamed, you will find plenty of mashed potato recipes, including Garlic Smashed New Potatoes, Chive Mashed Potatoes, and Poundies.

• Mashed Potatoes Recipes and Cooking Tips
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