Traditionally Southern Thanksgiving Recipes from Carrie Morey

When it comes to her Thanksgiving menu, Carrie Morey, the owner of Callie's Charleston Biscuits in Charleston, South Carolina, relies on heirloom favorites gathered from family and friends—but not without adding her own stamp. The only recipe she doesn't touch is her Grandmama Carolin's unimprovable cornbread dressing.

Appetizer
Collard and Brussels-Sprout Salad

Main Course
Sage-Butter Roasted Turkey

Sides
Cornbread Dressing
Citrus-Cranberry Sauce
Caramelized-Onion Galette
Skillet Green Beans
Potato Gratin
Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots
Buttermilk Biscuits

Dessert
Pecan Pie

This crisp update draws inspiration from old-fashioned collards simmered with ham.

Recipe: Collard and Brussels-Sprout Salad

A citrus brine guarantees Morey's bird is tender and moist.

Recipe: Sage-Butter Roasted Turkey

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Two textures—crunchy and soft—up the ante on simple stuffing.

Recipe: Cornbread Dressing

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Morey spikes her relish with grapefruit juice.

Recipe: Citrus-Cranberry Sauce

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Dijon mustard gives this dish—which can serve as a starter or a side—a kick.

Recipe: Caramelized-Onion Galette

Sesame oil and soy sauce lend these veggies Asian flair.

Recipe: Skillet Green Beans

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This crowd-pleasing casserole combines little more than russet potatoes, Gruyère, and cream.

Tip: Rubbing garlic on the pan before cooking contributes mellow depth to a rich classic.

Recipe: Potato Gratin

Fresh mint brings a bright note to hearty root vegetables garnished with spiced pecans.

Tip: Coating the sweet potato, carrot, and onion in orange juice and spices—in addition to the usual oil—will make the mix pop with flavor.

Recipe: Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots

Cream cheese is the surprise ingredient in these bite-size delights.

Recipe: Buttermilk Biscuits

Morey improved on a good thing—her family's pecan pie recipe—by adding dark rum.

Recipe: Pecan Pie

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Morey's daughters—(from left) Caroline, 9; Sarah, 5; and Cate, 6—help prep a recipe in the kitchen.

If you want more flavorful recipes, pick up Callie's Biscuits and Southern Traditions, Morey's new cookbook, for the Thanksgiving traditions you love—with a twist.

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