Thanksgiving Apps (Applications, Not Appetizers) for Your Mobile Device

The holidays are stressful. Thank goodness we have cell phones! Whether you're looking to cook the perfect meal or entertain the kids without driving your great uncle up the wall, there's an app for that. We've rounded up our five favorites.

TripIt, FREE (Android, Blackberry, iPhone)
Leave the bulky travel folder at home. Getting to grandmas is easy with this app that organizes your plans -- flights, hotels, rental cars, etc. -- into one master travel itinerary that's easy to access and share.

How to Cook Everything, $4.99 (iPhone, iPod touch, iPad)
Who needs a cookbook when you have this app? Featuring over 2,000 recipes, including "Classic Roast Turkey with Gravy and Stuffing," 400 how-to illustrations, and an integrated kitchen timer, this app contains everything you need NOT to be a clutz in the kitchen.

CheckPoints, FREE (iPhone, iPod touch)
Two of the busiest shopping days of the year are the days before and after Thanksgiving. Why shouldn't you get rewarded for all of that standing in line? With this app you rack up points when you check in to stores and purchase featured products. The points you earn can then be redeemed for things like gift cards and airline miles.

Festive Holiday Baking, $1.99 (iPhone, iPod touch)
If you've got a killer sweet tooth, you've come to the right app. This one features hundreds of dessert recipes that can be whipped up with eight ingredients or less. Can't decide between cookies or cake? Just shake your iPhone or iPod until you see a dessert you like.

Thanksgiving Jokes, FREE, (iPhone, iPod Touch)
It's not Thanksgiving until a couple of turkey jokes are cracked. Here are enough kid-friendly lines to get everyone giggling and in the holiday spirit.