Editor's Favorite Holiday How-Tos

Did you know that gravy is actually pretty simple to prepare?  It's true.  My husband taught me how, and usually we make it along with fried venison, collard greens, and rice for a truly down-home meal.  It's a great skill to have in your back pocket for Thanksgiving or Christmas, and once you've got the hang of it, you can alter the recipe however you like for thin gravy, thick gravy, saltier gravy, etc.  These days, I think I could eat gravy by itself with just a spoon...but I don't.  Much.