The Nostalgia of Thanksgiving

In this heartfelt solo episode, Dr. Jenn dives straight into the smells, sounds, and deeply nostalgic flavors that shaped her Thanksgiving traditions. From her signature bacon-woven turkey glazed in herb mayo, to the green bean casserole glow-up, to childhood favorites like Ritz-topped squash and Cool Whip fruit salad — Jenn walks us through a holiday table overflowing with memories. Along the way, she shares the stories behind each dish: the canned cranberry "plop" everyone remembers, the peas only served once a year, her mother's labor-of-love cornbread dressing, and the desserts that define her family's feast (pecan pie is non-negotiable). This episode is a warm reminder that Thanksgiving isn't about perfection — it's about the comfort, the nostalgia, and the love that goes into every dish. Recipe mentioned in this episode: https://jennseaslysfoodlore.com/recipes/maple-pot-de-creme/