Holiday Cookie Finder: Now updated with the 2025 winning recipes
Plus, more than 100 other recipes to use this holiday season — and all year long
December 4, 2025
The winning recipes for the 2025 Minnesota Star Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest
Sweet and salty, chocolate and caramel, nutty and minty — this year’s winning batch of cookies has it all.
December 4, 2025
Tackle Thanksgiving leftovers with these 5 recipes from the Star Tribune archives
From mini pot pies to stuffing croquettes, it’s not difficult to turn ho-hum leftovers into something inspiring.
November 28, 2025
This gooey French toast is a perfect way to start or end the day
Keep this recipe in your back pocket now that the season for entertaining is in full swing.
November 28, 2025
How to carve your Thanksgiving turkey, in 5 easy steps
Visual learners, this one’s for you. An illustrated guide to carving the big bird, and a video to reinforce it.
November 27, 2025
Here’s a hearty salad that uses all of your Thanksgiving leftovers
Well, not mashed potatoes. But after an indulgent meal, this recipe for crunchy kale salad with cranberry vinaigrette will hit the spot.
November 26, 2025
Follow these tips for Thanksgiving roasted turkey success
We went right to the source, a Minnesota turkey farmer, to ask about everything from brining to cooking time.
November 25, 2025
Ancient grains are the root of this hearty winter salad
It’s always time for salad, the types and ingredients just change with the seasons.
November 21, 2025
Spicy Swedish meatballs? Holiday appetizers get a festive upgrade
Kick off the entertaining season with these new recipes, from salmon mousse to whipped brie dip with brown-butter saltines.
November 19, 2025
There’s a better way to make mashed potatoes, and this is it
Boiling potatoes in water is so 2024. This new technique uses the same ingredients with tradition-busting results.
November 19, 2025
Don’t need a big Thanksgiving turkey? Try this right-size solution
If you’re not entertaining a crowd, Hasselback turkey offers a smaller yet over-the-top delicious solution.
November 19, 2025
3 Thanksgiving side dishes hearty enough to make a meal
We won’t mess with the classic sides like mashed potatoes and stuffing, but there’s always room at the table for new ones.
November 19, 2025
