Hot Tea Is the Best Way to End Thanksgiving Dinner — Gatherings from The Kitchn

We spend a lot of time planning and cooking the Thanksgiving meal, but what happens when the feast is over? The late afternoon hours at the table are my favorite part, after the rush of the meal, lingering over a last bite of pie and talking with relatives I rarely get to see. But if you just can’t handle one more pecan bar and another glass of wine is a bad idea, cup your hands around a hot cup of tea instead — and make enough for everyone as they sit back and digest.

Here’s how we did this at our big Thanksgiving dinner this year, with some tips for a good tea to serve.

READ MORE »