Burnt turkey? Salty gravy? Celebrity chefs’ tips on how to survive Thanksgiving dinner mishaps

Did your turkey gravy turn out a little too salty? Don’t panic — consider adding a raw potato to the pot to absorb some of the salt. (stock.adobe.com)

The Thanksgiving table is set. The drinks have been poured. Conversation is flowing. And the turkey is ... burnt?

We’ve all had things go wrong in the kitchen. And the idea of a big task like cooking a turkey, or making an apple pie for the first time, or even just hosting a holiday dinner can be stressful.