Ray KachatorianBy Steven Stern

The joys of a holiday meal with family and friends can be less than abundant if you're the one putting the meal on the table. But don't worry: your loved ones are forgiving, and almost any culinary crisis -- including a still-frozen turkey -- can be patched over. This quick fix guide will solve the most common holiday emergencies. The Pilgrims had the Wampanoag to help them through the first Thanksgiving; you have us.