There has been some controversy about whether or not salad belongs on the Thanksgiving table. Some people prefer to omit it, as there are too many other dishes to cook, and the salad is often an afterthought. For me, though, it's a necessity. I think a fresh salad offers a welcome respite from the heavy and rich dishes that make up the rest of the Thanksgiving meal. This shredded Brussels sprouts salad with Pecorino and apples is perfect because it kills two birds with one stone: you get salad and Brussels sprouts in one dish. Also, this slaw salad has dried cranberries and apples, which make it feel very autumnal.