Ep 9. Thanksgiving

As the holiday season approaches, the Taylor family is gearing up for Thanksgiving. Tim is excited to showcase his cooking skills for his entire family, but he quickly learns that his mother-in-law, Marge, is planning on taking over the kitchen. Tim, being the stubborn person that he is, refuses to let anyone, especially his mother-in-law, take over his kitchen. So, he decides to challenge Marge to a cook-off, a competition to see who can cook the best Thanksgiving meal.

Meanwhile, Randy comes home from college for the holiday and surprises his family with his new girlfriend, Lauren. Jill is excited to meet her son's new girlfriend, but things get awkward when Lauren is revealed to be a vegetarian and Jill struggles to adapt to her dietary restrictions.

Tim and Marge's competition quickly becomes heated as they try to outdo each other in the kitchen. They argue over ingredients, cooking methods, and eventually, Marge pulls out a family recipe that she claims is unbeatable. Tim is discouraged, but he doesn't give up. He goes to Wilson for advice, who tells him that the key to Thanksgiving is not about the food, but about spending time with your loved ones.

Jill, on the other hand, is struggling to find common ground with Lauren. She tries to be accommodating, but her efforts fall short. Lauren begins to feel uncomfortable in the Taylor household and feels like an outsider. However, Tim and Marge's cook-off brings them together as they all sit down to enjoy the meal. They may not have agreed on everything, but they were able to put their differences aside and enjoy each other's company.

The episode ends with the family gathered around the table, sharing what they are thankful for, and reflecting on the true meaning of Thanksgiving- coming together with loved ones and appreciating what you have.