Are you ready for the winter holidays? University of Missouri Extension can help!

Don’t be cowed by turkey. Roasting a big bird isn’t that hard if you plan ahead:

• Turkey tips: Buying and thawing
• Turkey triumph: Master the perfect Thanksgiving bird

Wondering about side dishes?

• Squash: Always the bridesmaid, never the bride at Thanksgiving
• Giving thanks for the beautiful, bitter cranberry
• Sweet potato a recent guest at Thanksgiving

You can liven up the table without busting your budget:

• Inexpensive fall centerpieces bloom with beauty

Get some quick tips from these Facebook video reels:

• Worried about serving a dry turkey this Thanksgiving?
• Help for first-time turkey cookers
• Quick and easy pumpkin fluff