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All photos by Joel Veak

Thanksgiving is a holiday that's as American as baseball and predatory lending. Picking out the perfect bird to roast and holding gigantic potluck-style family dinners are par for the course here, but some of us will be cooking with our adopted urban families, heading out to dinner, or simply enjoying a quiet meal at home with our significant others. With that in mind, we thought we'd gather a few of Boston's most beloved chefs to offer a little inspiration for both holiday cooking and dining out. Each chef was given a category and asked to share a Thanksgiving-inspired dish with us. Nine categories, 19 chefs, and a whole lotta gravy later, we've compiled the perfect list of Turkey Day options for you and your finicky friends and family. With hearty offerings for everyone from the meat eater to the kid at heart, there really is a dish to suit any taste, mood, medical condition, or culinary preference. Check out our selection and, if you are manning the stove this year, click here for the full list, recipes, and step-by-step guides on how to recreate each dish at home. [Click here to contine ... ]