Turkey for Two? Carla’s no-stress Thanksgiving

It’s the day before Thanksgiving, which means half the country is stress-sweating into casseroles—but Carla Hall is here to save everyone’s sanity with a dish that doesn’t require wrestling a 17-pound bird. Instead, she unveils Turkey Scallopini with Cranberry Gastrique, a fast, elegant, wildly flavorful alternative that tastes like the holiday without hijacking your entire day.While Carla reduces cranberries with vinegar, honey, and orange zest (with the occasional “boom”), Michael reminisces about Thanksgiving chaos, football traditions, and his deeply emotional relationship with stuffing and corn pudding. Clinton shares his mantra for the holiday: “As long as the gravy is hot, everything's fine.” The trio swap their favorite sides, least favorite sides (box potatoes get dragged), and the kitchen-buddy debate escalates into a full-blown philosophical divide.Fan Mail brings questions about measuring cups vs. scoops, how to toast nuts without burning them (Carla: “Microwave.” Michael: “Absolutely not.”), and Thanksgiving prep tricks. Clinton also tells a Martha Stewart story so on-brand it practically spritzes linen spray.Carla pan-sears the turkey cutlets, builds a sage brown butter that has Michael swooning, and finishes the dish like she’s plating at a Michelin-starred restaurant. The hosts dive in, declare it perfect, discuss gout for an unreasonably long time, and pull the episode giveaway winner: a Caraway Cutting Board.They wrap with heartfelt thanks, reminding everyone that whether you’re cooking for two or twelve, the point of Thanksgiving is the people… and the sides.👉 Grab the full recipe + more at: www.chewedupshow.com/recipesTIMESTAMPS00:00 – Cold open: kitchen buddies, threats of cutting, general chaos01:00 – Clinton sets the stage: it’s the day before Thanksgiving02:00 – Carla starts the Cranberry Gastrique (boom, boom, boom)03:00 – Thanksgiving stress + grocery store trauma04:00 – Football, parades, and marriage-induced sports education05:00 – Clinton’s hot gravy mantra06:00 – Carla preps and pounds the turkey scallopini07:00 – Michael’s full Thanksgiving strategy breakdown08:00 – Kitchen-buddy debate turns philosophical10:00 – Carla’s gastrique is popping; Martha Stewart cranberry story11:00 – SUBSCRIBE plug (bread + cheese crusade mentioned)12:00 – Michael moonwalk lesson13:00 – Fan Mail: favorite sides, worst sides, box potatoes controversy14:00 – Michael confesses: turkey is his least favorite part15:00 – “How do you toast nuts if you’re easily distracted?”16:00 – Nick gets roasted for picking only two fan questions17:00 – Carla wipes pan clean: Caraway demo18:00 – Sage brown butter magic19:00 – Clinton’s Martha Stewart egg story (peak Martha)21:00 – Casamara Club sponsor read21:30 – Frontgate sponsor read22:00 – Tasting: the scallopini stops all conversation23:00 – Gout? Really? Deep dive.24:00 – Calorie sadness, food misinformation, and existential crisis25:00 – Giveaway time: Caraway Cutting Board26:00 – Winner: Christina from Waterbury, CT27:00 – Thanksgiving sign-off: gratitude, love, and watch on YouTube28:00 – Closing sponsor montageSPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORSCaraway → Non-toxic cookware, even heating, easy cleanup, up to 20% off for the holidays.https://carawayhome.com/chewedupCasamara Club → Botanical leisure sodas for mindful sipping without the booze.https://www.casamraclub.comFrontgate → Premium home, kitchen, and entertaining essentials — including Michael Symon’s collection featured on the show.https://frontgate.comCanopy by Hilton → A lifestyle hotel brand by Hilton that aims to provide a local experience.https://www.hilton.com/en/canopyKitchen Designed by Anthony Carrino → https://anthonycarrino.comProduced by Simple Alien → https://www.simplealien.com/Camera, Audio and Crew provided by TV Boy → https://tvboynyc.com/About Chewed UpThree lifestyle icons reunite with zero filter, strong opinions, and even stronger flavors. Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon are back in the kitchen with comedy, comfort food, and unfiltered conversation — served loud.Episodes drop 3x a week:Monday – AppetizersWednesday – MainsFriday – DessertsSubscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss a bite.Want to Watch?→ Spotify→ YouTubeWant to Listen?→ Spotify→ Apple→ Amazon→ RedCircleFan GiveawayEvery episode we pick one lucky subscriber for a fan giveaway.This week’s Giveaway: Caraway Cutting BoardWant in?👉 Subscribe and sign up here: https://chewedupshow.com/fangiveawayKEYWORDS (SEO)turkey scallopini, cranberry gastrique, Carla Hall recipe, Thanksgiving recipe easy, small Thanksgiving meal, sage brown butter turkey, pan-seared turkey cutlets, holiday cooking tips, Clinton Kelly Thanksgiving, Michael Symon Thanksgiving advice, Chewed Up podcast, Caraway cookware, Frontgate board, Casamara Club, easy holiday dinnerAdvertising ...