Roasted sweet potatoes done right. [Photo: J. Kenji Lopez-Alt]

Roasted Sweet Potatoes: The secret behind the Best Roasted Sweet Potatoes is par-cooking them in water between 135 and 170°F. Read up to find out why.

Mashed Potatoes Two Ways: Regardless if you like your mashed potatoes ultra-fluffy or rich and creamy, The Food Lab has you covered with two great recipes for Thanksgiving and beyond.

Hot Slaw: While it might not be a traditional side dish, this German Hot Slaw, combining shredded cabbage sauteed in bacon fat, bits of onion, caraway seeds, and a healthy dose of apple cider vinegar, fits in well next to the mashed potatoes and stuffing on your Thanksgiving table.

Deep Fried Buffalo Birds: After several attempts, The Food Lab brings you not only safety tips and frying procedures, but a delicious way to spice up plain fried turkey via a little Frank's Red Hot.

Dok Boki: Glutinous rice is smashed into a gooey mass, which is then formed into a variety of different shapes and sizes for these Korean Rice Cakes.