For a smaller Thanksgiving gathering or an easy weeknight meal, try these spiced turkey tenderloins. Or, if you’re looking for a delicious weeknight option, consider turkey tenderloins. What Is a Turkey Tenderloin? Credit:Alison Miksch; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle A turkey tenderloin is a boneless, skinless strip of meat near the turkey breast. It’s tender and sized just right for a smaller holiday meal. At about 8 ounces per tenderloin, they’re also great for a weeknight dinner....

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They are tiny sticks of flavor dynamite, dangerous for their ability to destroy any notions of temperance. My grandmother May gets the credit for my personal obsession with this snack. But when I shared her method with theSouthern LivingTest Kitchen, their batches came out shockingly flat. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley It was perplexinguntil we started thinking like a Southern grandmother. Instead of weighing the flour, we scooped it by the cupful....

Add a little kick to your typical cheese appetizer. Fans of cheese straws will love these homemade Spicy Cheese Twists. They are remarkably easy to prepare and make a great cocktail party nibble. Credit: Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis There’s nothing that these Spicy Cheese Twists can’t do. Our Spicy Cheese Twists lean on frozenpuff pastryto deliver flaky, cheesy layers to thesesimple party bites....

Haven’t fried a deviled egg before? You’re in for a treat. In the South, makingdeviled eggscan be considered a competitive sport. Credit: Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Melissa Gray; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Ditch the cold classic in favor of these Spicy Fried Deviled Eggs. These fried eggs are best eaten warm, but you could make some parts of the recipe in advance. Chill up to one day. The filling can be chilled in a ziplock bag up to one day....

One spicy grilled chicken recipe with three sauces to choose from. Wrap the chicken and refrigerate, discarding the brine.) Preheat the grill pan to medium-high heat to get a good sear. Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Then lower it slightly to finish cooking. Can I Make Spicy Grilled Chicken With Thighs Instead of Breasts? This brine and grill method will work with any cut of chicken....

For the best spicy guacamole, you’ll need two kinds of peppers. Learn how to make spicy guacamole. What jot down of Peppers Are Best for Spicy Guacamole? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Those who prefer a more mild guacamole could swap these peppers out for poblanos or Anaheim peppers. How To Make Spicy Guacamole Making guacamole shouldn’t take too much effort. Keep it simple: just scoop, mash, and fold for delicious results every time....

These elegant bites are a great way to start your feast. Dane Tashima; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Can you keep a secret? These seemingly forgettable cheese-and-crackerappetizerswere actually one of my favorite recipes in ourThanksgivingissue. Credit:Dane Tashima; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Im always looking for a small bite to serve guests before dinner that wont fill them up. 24largeround buttery crackers(from 1 [6.1-oz.)...

Because some like it hot, hot, hot. So if you don’t like heat, you might want to back away from this recipe. Or better yet, try it and change your mind entirely. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Add cheese and stir well until evenly coated. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Did you think crostini could only be made from bread? This will help ensure they all cook in the same amount of time. For a rustic look, you might even leave some of the skin on when slicing the potatoes. Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall The honey mixture can be made a day ahead and stored at room temperature. Transfer to a squeeze bottle for an easier (and mess-free), more even drizzle....

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Classic spinach artichoke dip comes together in 15 minutes for an unforgettable appetizer. Learn how to make spinach artichoke dip. This crowd-favorite appetizer will be snapped up first at any party. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox There’s no need to wait for frozen spinach to thaw. It can last up to three days. Reheat in the microwave or oven before eating. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox We don’t recommend freezing this dip because it might separate once thawed....

In the world of appetizers, not much is better than a creamy spinach dip. Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox A creamy spinach dip is a guaranteed party hit. This will be gobbled up in no time. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Spinach dips of all sorts are usually crowd-pleasers. The fontina adds richness and keeps the dip from being too mayo and sour cream heavy. This is the perfect ratio of spinach to cheese, creamy to crunchy....