Welcome to the Thanksgiving Scammer’s Guide
Welcome to the Scammer’s Guide to Thanksgiving . While there is plenty of advice out there for people making desserts and artisan breads, The Con Man’s Guide is geared toward the individual who could use a helping hand, even from some unconventional sources. Some might call it “cheating” (as if that’s a bad thing), but there’s nothing wrong with using modern technology and supermarket know-how to create a stunning traditional feast – with far less of the traditional work involved.
Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away, which means it’s time to start planning the holiday, folks. This is either music to your ears or an ominous call to the kitchen.
I expect those of you who are already polishing your turkey napkin rings will be able to persevere this year – this series is for the rest of you. To reluctant cooks, overwhelmed multi-taskers, and anyone who’s ever wondered why everything made from scratch is such a damn big deal, welcome to The Scammer’s Guide to Thanksgiving.
I truly believe that anyone can make a delicious, filling, multi-course Thanksgiving dinner from scratch, but that doesn’t mean it’s always a good idea. As dedicated as I am to cooking and baking, Thanksgiving still stresses me out. And if the stress of cooking a big meal outweighs the enjoyment you get from it, then something needs to change. That’s where this helpful guide comes in handy.
The Cheater’s Guide to Thanksgiving is a handy culinary resource that will tell you when and how to fake a dessert, fake a classic cooking method, or skip cooking the turkey yourself. It’s a reminder that you have much more at your disposal than a limited stove and slow-cooking oven. This guide will help you plan ahead, decide where to delegate garnishes, and understand which modern technique is best for the job.
More than anything, I hope The Scammer’s Guide to Thanksgiving can take some of the stress away. Thanksgiving is a time to eat and connect with the best people in your life, which is hard to do when you’re tied to the stove. This series, published throughout the day, will introduce you to the key areas of Thanksgiving holiday cheating—and I mean “cheating” in the smartest, most inventive way possible. I want this series to give you a little respite in the kitchen with unconventional cooking methods, clever side dish recommendations, and perfectly executed store-bought desserts.