5 Thanksgiving Hacks , to Make Your Life Easier.<br />Using these items, your holiday can run smoothly and stress-free. .<br />1. A cooler.<br />A cooler can help to <br />free up space in the fridge.<br />You can also brine your turkey in one, or line <br />it with foil and use it as a warming drawer.<br />2. Aluminum foil.<br />If you don't have a wire rack, you can roll <br />aluminum foil into coils to hold your bird up, allowing even heat circulation.<br />3. Slow cooker.<br />A slow cooker is great for keeping mashed potatoes warm while the rest of your stove is occupied.<br />4. A thermos.<br />A thermos can save <br />you space on the stove. <br />Keep your gravy hot in it <br />until it's time to eat.<br />and decant in a gravy boat <br />moments before serving.<br />5. Chicken broth.<br />If your bird is overcooked or cooled past room temp, <br />a drizzle of warm chicken broth can liven <br />(and moisten) the turkey right up!