Thanksgiving Side Dishes

Who says only apple and cherry pies deserve a crumb topping? Crunchy spiced pecan streusel turns a good sweet potato pie into a great one, adding textures...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Butter, vanilla, and a golden-baked marshmallow topping turn some sweet potatoes into an utterly life-changing casserole.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

With bacon as a sidekick, these green beans turn into a Rockstar and steal the dinner table show. Front row tickets, please. I don't want to miss the party.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Cooked baby carrots are mixed with butter, brown sugar, lemon juice, and fresh parsley. It's a simple recipe but it makes a great side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Say goodbye to boxed stuffing and hello to a delightful combination of apples, onions, and a medley of fresh ingredients. This apple and onion dressing is not just a side, it...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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Discover a delicious and easy recipe for cream-style corn. Made with fresh corn, milk, and simple seasonings, this side dish is sure to be a hit at your next meal.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with cream style corn, bacon, bread crumbs, onion, green bell pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Turkey may be the star of the Thanksgiving spread but a good herb-packed stuffing is a huge part of the supporting cast, and this sage and sourdough...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Who knew turkey neck meat could be the star of the show? This cornbread dressing is rich, hearty, and just the thing to make any dinner feel like a special...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These crockpot baked sweet potatoes are perfect for fall, whether you're going sweet with butter and cinnamon sugar or savory with roasted veggies.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

This bourbon and brown sugar sweet potatoes recipe brings a delightful twist to a classic favorite. By incorporating bourbon, you introduce a complex layer of...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This casserole is the perfect dish for any holiday gathering or family dinner. It is packed with flavor and everyone will love the sweet graham cracker crumb topping.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

The night before Thanksgiving or other big family event, make this easy recipe for mashed potatoes. This is a great way to cut down on your cooking time during busy...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Here's a stuffing recipe that goes beyond the norm: think sourdough paired with the sweet notes of figs and cranberries, all nestled in savory turkey sausage.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This soft potato bread stuffing is the perfect side dish for your Thanksgiving feast or alongside any poultry or pork dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This is a great alternative to regular mashed potatoes or to the usual sweet potato casserole at the holidays.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Transform canned sweet potatoes into a show-stopping side with just butter, sugar, and a little marshmallow magic.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A little maple syrup and allspice gives these acorn squash some delightful sweetness. Serve them as a side or even as a dessert with some cool vanilla ice cream.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This stuffing does so many things right, but here's what really sets it apart: adding a sweet, tart, apple to balance out the savory flavors. Truly a stand-out...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Fresh green beans are cooked in a seasoned broth mixture then given a splash of cider vinegar for flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Carrots are slow cooked until tender and mixed with an orange-pecan sauce.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Cooking sweet potatoes just got a whole lot cooler. With a splash of orange and a sprinkle of spice, you'll be wondering why you didn't make these sooner.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

What makes this casserole deluxe, you ask? Some might say it's the fresh sliced mushrooms. Others might suggest the crispy fried onions.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This is a festive holiday stuffing with the addition of fresh cranberries.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This savory stuffing combines the earthy flavors of celery and sage with soft bread cubes. Whether you prefer it slightly crispy on top or tender throughout, this dish...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with black pepper, brown sugar, baby carrots, Brussels sprouts, chicken broth, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Sweet potatoes are mashed with milk, eggs, and maple syrup and baked with a streusel topping made with butter, brown sugar, flour, pecans...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Truly a stuffing that pulls all the stops. Fresh sage is an absolute must, of course, but the sweet apples and raisins in this spectacular stuffing help...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

For a side dish that stands out, try these roasted garlic mashed potatoes. The unique combination of roasted garlic's depth and the fresh herbal notes...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

White Castle isn't just for late night burger cravings! Chopped up burgers actually make a great stuffing for your Thanksgiving turkey (or weeknight chicken).


Time:   under 30 minutes

Mashed potatoes are good and garlic mashed potatoes are better, but horseradish garlic mashed potatoes are best. The spicy horseradish works great with savory...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Anyone can open a box of stuffing, but why not take it one step further? Turn that packaged stuffing into a dish that tastes made from scratch.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Green bean casserole is a holiday staple. This version has a twist in that it's made in the crock pot.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

This is a simple, traditional stuffing made with white bread, celery, onions, and sage. It is a staple recipe on many holiday tables.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

If you thought stuffing was just a sidekick, think again. This apple and sage version is here to steal the spotlight at your next holiday or dinner gathering.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with margarine, sour cream, corn muffin mix, whole kernel corn, cream corn

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Southerners know their stuff-ing! Some other southern traditions include adding fresh chopped sage, hard boiled eggs, or cooked giblets to the cornbread dressing.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

The flesh from baked sweet potatoes is mixed with milk, buttermilk, butter, salt and pepper and stuffed back into the sweet potato shells and topped...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Want to balance out rich dishes with something a bit fruity? This apple pecan stuffing brings the perfect contrast with its savory herbs and sweet apples.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

The combination of white bread and cornbread cubes mixed with pork sausage makes the best turkey dressing you'll ever have.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with dried thyme, olive oil, butter, haricots verts or slender green beans, shallots

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with eggs, black pepper, salt, Italian bread, pecan, butter, onion, celery, parsley, fresh thyme

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with dark brown sugar, sugar, flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, butter, eggs, cream or half & half, orange juice, orange zest

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with paprika, black pepper, salt, wild rice, pork sausage, green onions, celery, oysters, parsley

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cornstarch, soy sauce, Brussels sprouts, dry red wine, honey

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with wild rice, onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, mushrooms, garlic, onions, vegetable broth, dried cranberries, fresh sage, poultry seasoning

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with dried rosemary, margarine, instant rice, celery, onion, water, poultry seasoning, ground sage, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with brown sugar, green beans, pearl onions, margarine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black pepper, salt, sage, pork sausage, potatoes, celery, sweet onion, butter, bread, dried thyme

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with butter, onions, green bell pepper, celery, bay leaves, garlic, chicken giblets, chicken broth, hot sauce, cornbread

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes