Thanksgiving Spatchcocked Turkey, Gravy & Sweet Potato Pie

Hosted by Evan Kleiman Nov. 21, 2015 Food & Drink

Serious Eats' Kenji López-Alt gives advice on spatchcocking your turkey; sauce expert Susan Volland spills her gravy secrets; and pie champion Nicole Rucker shares tips and tricks for a rustic sweet potato pie.

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