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Emeril Lagasse stopped by "GMA" this morning to make a few of his favorite soups and salads for Thanksgiving Day. Start your meal off with these dishes and add a few of his other classics for the perfect holiday menu. Follow our stress-free planning guide for tips on how to map out the big day.

Soup

Creamy Carrot and Apple Soup with Ginger Crème Fraiche or Potato and Leek Soup

Salad

Orange, Walnut, and Goat Cheese Salad

Main Course

Big Bird With Giblet Gravy

Sides

Sausage and Walnut Stuffing

Sweet Potato-Marshmallow Casserole

Cranberry Compote

Carrot Souffle with Toasted Pecans

Desserts

Pumpkin Trifle With Walnuts and Butterscotch Sauce

Deep Dish Apple Pie

Sweet Potato Pecan Pie