Make Our 5-Star Sweet Potato Casserole 2 Days Before Thanksgiving, But Hold Back One Part
Make ahead sweet potato casserole: prep the filling 1 to 2 days early, keep the brown sugar pecan topping separate, and bake on Thanksgiving. It freezes too.
Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Radicchio Salad
This easy Radicchio Salad recipe combines crisp, slightly bitter radicchio with sweet grapefruit, crunchy pistachios, and tangy balsamic vinaigrette for an elegant side dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes. How to make Radicchio Salad: Prep Ingredients and Dressing: Chop the radicchio head into quarters then separate the leaves. Let them soak in ice water…
16 Vegetarian Thanksgiving Side Dishes Everyone Will Be Talking About
These vegetarian Thanksgiving side dishes are easy to make and guaranteed to fit right in with your holiday favorites. Thanksgiving is all about gathering around the table, sharing food, and making everyone feel welcome. And when it comes to the menu, having a few great vegetarian sides means everyone leaves happy – whether they eat…
The Two Stuffing Recipes Everyone Will Be Talking About This Thanksgiving
Your holiday table’s side-dish game just went up a notch with these stuffing recipes. If you’ve only ever had boxed stuffing, these two recipes will change everything. Our classic Thanksgiving Stuffing delivers savory, buttery perfection with fresh herbs, veggies, and sausage. Our Cornbread Dressing takes a Southern approach with soft cornbread and crusty bread cubes…
From-Scratch Green Bean Casserole Is 100x Better
My Homemade Green Bean Casserole recipe is the ultimate from-scratch version of the classic holiday side dish, made with fresh ingredients and no canned soup. How to make Green Bean Casserole: Blanch Green Beans: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Blanch the green beans until they’re bright green and tender-crisp, about 3…
Cornbread Dressing
This best homemade Cornbread Dressing is made from scratch with a combination of cornbread and french bread, sautéed vegetables and fresh herbs. How to make Cornbread Dressing: Dry the Bread: Spread cornbread and bread cubes on baking sheets and let them dry out at room temperature for 1–2 days, or bake at 250°F for 30–45…
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad
Our Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is my favorite healthy fall salad recipe, with roasted squash, crisp greens, bacon, pecans and a tangy homemade dressing. Tips for Buying and Cutting Squash: How to make Butternut Squash Salad: Roast the Squash & Make Vinaigrette: Toss butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast at 400°F…
Mashed Potatoes
This easy Mashed Potatoes recipe will take your homemade mashed potatoes from average to fantastic! How to make perfect Mashed Potatoes: Prep Potatoes: Peel the potatoes (or leave the skins on, if you prefer), and cut them in half. Cook & Steam: Add potatoes to a pot with about 4 inches of water. Cover and…
Shredded Brussels Sprouts
This easy Shredded Brussels Sprouts recipe is my absolute favorite vegetable side dish! I love how it’s a simple side that only takes 10 minutes to make and is absolutely delicious. How to shred Brussels Sprouts: Chop: Use a food processor, mandolin or sharp knife to thinly chop/shred the Brussels Sprouts. Cook: Heat olive oil…
Wild Rice Pilaf
This cranberry Wild Rice Pilaf recipe is bursting with flavor and makes the most beautiful side dish. The wild rice is cooked in a flavorful and veggie-filled broth and topped with crunchy pecans and Craisins before serving. More party-worthy holiday side dishes include our Corn Casserole, Homemade Dinner Rolls, Whipped feta with roasted vegetables, Balsamic…
Cranberry Sauce
Our traditional Cranberry Sauce recipe is the perfect accoutrement for the holidays, only takes 15 minutes to make, and can be made in advance. It’s a must with Thanksgiving turkey, a charcuterie board, or a delicious spread for your sandwich. Want more homemade Thanksgiving recipes? Try my classic Thanksgiving Turkey or a Spatchcock Turkey, Garlic…
The Fastest Way to Make Mashed Potatoes? Use Your Instant Pot
Our easy Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are creamy, fluffy, and ready in a fraction of the time-no boiling or draining required and all made in one pot. How to make Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes: Cook Potatoes: Peel the potatoes (or leave the skins on if you prefer). Cut them into quarters and place in the…
Broccoli Salad
The best Broccoli Salad recipe is creamy, crunchy, and flavorful with bacon, craisins, almonds, and a simple dressing. It’s an easy and quick side dish everyone loves! Want more easy side dishes? Try Potatoes Au Gratin, Corn Casserole, Quinoa Salad, or Roasted Vegetables! How to make Broccoli Salad: Prep Broccoli: Blanch chopped broccoli, and whisk…
Cranberry Fluff Salad
Our Cranberry Fluff Salad recipe is made with fresh cranberries, sweetened with crushed pineapple and loaded with fluffy marshmallows. It’s a holiday tradition everyone looks forward to. This may be my favorite side for Thanksgiving, it’s right up there with Thanksgiving Stuffing, Homemade Rolls, my favorite Turkey, and easy Lemon Cream Pie! Only 6 Ingredients…
Garlic Rolls
This homemade Garlic Rolls recipe gives you light, fluffy rolls with a delicious buttery garlic flavor. We brush a simple garlic butter on top before and after baking. They are flavorful and so addicting! Want more of my bread and roll recipes? Make sure to try Homemade Dinner Rolls, Artisan No Knead Bread, Cheesy Breadsticks,…
Potatoes Au Gratin
The best Potatoes Au Gratin recipe has layers of thin potatoes covered in a creamy, homemade cheese sauce. It’s a simple classic and impresses any guest. Want more side dishes? Make Air Fryer Baked Potato, Poutine, Quinoa Salad, and Roasted Vegetables! Au Gratin Potatoes vs Scalloped Potatoes: These two potato dishes are often confused since…
Corn Casserole
This creamed Corn Casserole recipe is made from scratch (no processed cornbread mix!) and transforms just a handful of pantry staples into a savory, delicious side dish. Looking for more side dishes, try Homemade Dinner Rolls, Twice Baked Potatoes, or Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Vegetables. How to make Corn Casserole: Combine: Mix together flour,…
Make Ahead Thanksgiving Recipes
We’re sharing all of our tips for prepping many favorite Thanksgiving recipes ahead of time, so you’ve got lots of extra time to relax and enjoy time with family on this holiday. You can browse all of my Thanksgiving recipes including my famous Thanksgiving Turkey, Homemade Rolls, Turkey Gravy, Pumpkin Roll, or Pecan Pie! Make…
Thanksgiving Stuffing
I’m convinced our homemade Thanksgiving Stuffing recipe is the BEST out there, and it’s very easy to make using dried bread cubes, fresh herbs, veggies and sausage. This beloved stuffing joins our other Thanksgiving staples each year, like my Easy Thanksgiving Turkey, Homemade Dinner Rolls, Sweet Potato Casserole, Mashed Potatoes, and Cranberry Sauce. How to…
Homemade Dinner Rolls
The best Homemade Dinner Rolls are soft, fluffy, and absolutely irresistible. They’re surprisingly easy to make, using basic pantry ingredients. If you love bread and roll recipes, try Garlic Knots, Cinnamon Rolls, Homemade Breadsticks, or Buttermilk Biscuits! How to make Homemade Rolls: Dough: Proof yeast by mixing warm water, yeast, and a pinch of sugar…