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4. Traditional centerpiece for an Easter dinner, or a radio operator's "amateur" counterpart
5. Tropical fruit traditionally used as a symbol of hospitality, or a pizza topping debate sparker
11. Thick cut of beef often grilled to medium-rare perfection
12. Crunchy, orange root vegetable prized by bugs bunny
13. Citrus fruit that shares its name with a vibrant color
18. The target of William Tell's arrow, or a teacher's traditional gift
21. Cultivated berry often found in blues, jazz, or pancakes
22. Leafy green that famously gave Popeye his strength
23. Sweet treat made from cacao beans, essential for Valentine's Day
24. Tart, green, oval fruit with a fuzzy brown skin and vibrant interior

1. The main ingredient in traditional orange jack-o'-lanterns
2. Tear-inducing bulb that forms the base of countless savory dishes
3. Dairy product that can be cheddar, swiss, or gouda
6. Breakfast staple that can be poached, scrambled, or fried
7. The bird of choice for Thanksgiving dinner
8. Link of minced meat, often grilled at a tailgate or served with breakfast eggs
9. Chilled, churned dairy treat often served in a cone
10. Liquid gold from hives, or a sweet term of endearment
14. Spud used for mashing, baking, or frying
15. Pungent bulb that keeps vampires away
16. Green, tree-like vegetable that kids often look at with suspicion
17. Ground beef patty served between buns, often with cheese
19. Fuzzy-skinned fruit often associated with Georgia or a velvet texture
20. Cured pork strips that make everything taste better, especially at breakfast
21. The "staff of life" that gets toasted, sliced, or baked into loaves