Our Thanksgiving special is here! Jet Tila returns to take your calls, Dan Pashman constructs the ultimate plate, Rossi Anastopoulo reveals the secret history of pie in America, our Milk Street culinary team gives mashed potatoes a makeover, and we hear what Jacques Pépin, Carla Hall, Dorie Greenspan, and more friends are looking forward to on Thanksgiving Day. Plus, we share the shocking story of a turkey that antagonized an entire city.

Questions in this episode:

"My roast turkey technique uses high heat and cooks in 45 minutes. Why doesn't everyone do that?"

"What's a good gravy recipe to pair with my smoked turkey?"

"Can you give me some inspiration for side dishes that aren't potatoes?"