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Slow-Cooker Mashed Potatoes

"I loved that this freed up my stovetop. Since the slow cooker was already hot, I was able to finish plating while the potatoes stayed hot."

-HokiesMom

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Southern Corn Pudding

"This is simple, easy to make and yummy. It is the perfect holiday dish."

-BecR

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"This came out creamy and rich, with a standout cheddar flavor."

-TaterBug! :)

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Creamed Leeks

"I love leeks and was glad to find a recipe where they’re the main attraction! This makes an excellent side dish."

-*Parsley*

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Spiced Cranberry Sauce

"I love this recipe and make it every year at Thanksgiving. It's best if you make it several days ahead to allow the flavors to blend."

-Joanne Bryant

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Green Bean Casserole

"This is a Thanksgiving favorite at our house! I use fresh green beans and add a dash of soy sauce."

-Toadi

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"I started making this recipe years ago, and now I make it for every holiday. There really is NO substitute for this macaroni and cheese!"

-Melathome

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"This was the best broccoli rice casserole ever! I made this for Thanksgiving and everyone raved about it. I doubled the recipe and froze half in little containers after it was cooked."

-MommaBrooks

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5-Ingredient Corn Casserole

"This casserole is so easy and tasty! It is open to so much variation and is simple and cheap to make."

-the80srule

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Sweet Potato Casserole

"It seems like every year I try new sweet potato recipes trying to find the perfect recipe. I have found some pretty good recipes but never the perfect one... until now. I had more compliments on this dish at Christmas than ever before and I adored them too."

-Mama Meerkat

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Oven-Fried Sweet Potatoes

"This is a fabulous recipe! These are a healthful, nutritious and superior-tasting alternative to fried potatoes."

-Heather #2

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Slow-Cooker Sausage Stuffing

"I love the combination of flavors and the fact that it is made in the crock pot — it keeps the oven free for other sides and it's so easy."

-Delicious as it Looks

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Sweet Potato Casserole

"When I had that first bite full of brown sugar and melted butter, I was in heaven. Note: I think this tastes best piping hot."

-Burned Toast

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Dressed Peas

"These were amazing! The sauce was a great way to dress up plain peas. I especially liked the addition of red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard."

-V.A.

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Candied Yams with Cranberries

"Everyone that has tried this dish has really liked it and it's currently my go-to recipe for yams. I'm not a huge yam lover, but I could easily eat this dish any time!"

-Middle of Pacific

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Turkey Pan Gravy

"Best. Gravy. Ever. I'm usually fumbling with the gravy while the turkey goes cold, but this was perfect and easy."

-Gingernut

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Buttery Rolls

"I don't think I've had any homemade bread-machine rolls this delicious, and I have been cooking and baking for almost 50 years. This recipe is a keeper!"

-1mamacindy

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Simple Scalloped Potatoes

"This is so simple, yet so tasty and impressive. Not only are the potatoes nice and cheesy, but the recipe is easy on the budget, too."

-HokiesMom

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Mashed Potato Pie

"This is a fantastic recipe, and it's so easy to put together. It came out so creamy and cheesy. It's hard to believe that it's made from instant mashed potatoes!"

-yooper

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Caramelized Butternut Squash

"We really enjoy this during the holidays. It's best when the squash is cut into large chunks so that the outside gets a maple-flavored crust and the inside stays soft and delicious."

-Pianolady

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Broccoli Casserole

"This recipe is a definite keeper. Most broccoli casseroles use Velveeta — I like that this one uses real cheese. It's simple but very good!"

-Ci-Ci

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Hasselback Candied Yams

These Hasselback candied yams are a new twist on a classic. Perfect for a smaller Thanksgiving.

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Sweet Cornbread

"This is the perfect cornbread. I've tried so many recipes that are either too sweet or too bland. I will be using this recipe from now on!"

-Bittersweetened

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Mixed Vegetable Casserole

"Who knew frozen vegetables could be so good? l will definitely be making this when the family is all here. It's easy and delicious, and I love that combo!"

-GaylaV

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Butternut Squash Soup

"This soup is delicious! I substituted ground ginger, and it was still really tasty. I also microwaved the squash, which made it much quicker."

-Elaine101

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts

"These are simply delicious! I was in a hurry, so I cut the sprouts in half and they were perfectly done in about 15 minutes."

-MsPia

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"A great change from ordinary mashed potatoes. Who would have thought the simple addition of garlic & parmesan cheese would make such a difference."

-karenway

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Sweet Potato Casserole

"Everyone said it was the best sweet potato casserole they've ever eaten. My favorite part was that I assembled it the day before and just popped it in the oven when as the turkey rested."

-Sandee in FL

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"If you haven't had parsnips before, this is a great first recipe. It's super-easy to do and tastes wonderful (hot and also at room temperature)."

-Brooke the Cook in WI

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Crock Pot Cornbread Dressing

"I totally love this dressing. It was a blessing to free up my oven on Thanksgiving and it tastes every bit as good as what I used to bake in the oven."

-lhb1110_10178999

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Thanksgiving Sweet Potato Casserole

"Definitely a family favorite! I personally don't like marshmallows with my sweet potatoes so I was very happy to come across this recipe. I do tweak mine a little bit. I make it with whole sweet potatoes, boil for about 10-15 min and cut into cubes. Then I double the topping so it is a good layer. Yum!"

-Liana R.

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Cranberry Sauce

"This was wonderful. I had no idea it would be so easy to make my own cranberry sauce instead of eating the canned stuff!"

-TexasKelly

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Mac n' cheese is a Thanksgiving staple for many American households. This year, try it with cauliflower for a healthy spin!

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Roasted Green Beans

"I just made these for Thanksgiving dinner and they were great. They reheated very nicely, but they're so good that I kept picking at them even while they were cold in the fridge!"

-A.S.K.

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Easy Dinner Rolls

"These rolls were easy to make and have a nice texture when they're golden brown. I will definitely use this recipe whenever I need to make dinner rolls."

-Candice R.

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Green Chile Spinach Dip

"GREAT! I used fresh roasted hatch chilies and added a pinch hot sauce. Really yummy!"

-Kate M.

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Garlic Butter Brussels Sprouts

"These are fabulous and far superior to the way I made them before. The cooking time was perfect and the brown roasty part is an excellent touch."

-MEAN CHEF

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Pan-Roasted Broccoli

"The technique is what makes this recipe. Follow the directions exactly and you will be amazed at the result."

-dunncarter

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Crab Cake-Stuffed Mushrooms

Mini crab cakes take stuffed mushrooms to the next level.

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Cranberry Salad

"This was a hit at Thanksgiving dinner! It's also great as a dessert. I couldn't find black walnuts, so I substituted chopped pecans."

-RecipeNut

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Herbed Green Bean Casserole

"Very elegant looking green been casserole. I loved the flavor of the herbs and the parmesan cheese."

-Crafty Lady 13

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Four cheese mac and cheese inspired by Southern home cooking.

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Scalloped Potatoes

"I've made this for several parties and always get requests for the recipe. It's great!"

-Chef #393937

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Slow-Cooked Cinnamon Applesauce

"This was thick, rich and delicious! I normally don't care for applesauce, and neither does the rest of my family, but this was gone in an instant."

-Mom2MMCJ

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"Wow, wow, wow, were these ever good, quick and easy to make! They were perfect, with a great flavor and a beautiful texture."

-Baby Kato

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Easiest Creamed Spinach

"Holy cow, this was delicious! My husband hates spinach, and I made him try it. He then proceeded to eat the whole thing!"

-Chef #511026

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"This is a fantastic salad. I've made it on three occasions and received rave reviews. My husband now requests that I make it for all of our dinner parties."

-PixiBlossom

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Take the classic green bean casserole and kick it up a few levels with everybody's favorite combination of ingredients: bacon and cheddar.

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Candied Sweet Potatoes

"This is Southern cooking at its finest. The seasonings and amount of sweetness were both perfect."

-Dreamgoddess

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Sauteed Mushrooms

"This is outstanding! The wine, butter and Worcestershire sauce make it incredible. I also like the flavor the green onions add to the dish."

-PixieDust

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Easy Pumpkin Soup

"I started making this soup years ago to copy a local restaurant's version. This soup is made from pantry ingredients, it keeps wonderfully and it's always a big hit!"

-marna

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Roasted Cauliflower with Garlic

"Wow! Delish! I used a big head of cauliflower, and my husband and I easily polished off the pan in one sitting."

-ladybug810

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Campbell's Mini Green Bean Casseroles

Take your green bean casserole and individually wrap them for a less-mess side that fits in with any plate.

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Baked Butternut Squash

"This is fantastic. I would never have thought to use cardamom with squash, but it's wonderful."

-Bergy

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Simple Glazed Pearl Onions

"This is a great recipe! Dinner wasn't even finished yet when I was asked when I'd make it again."

-Kathleen Nelson

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Roasted-Garlic Mashed Potatoes

"These have wonderful flavor. The garlic is subtle, and the butter and sour cream make these rich and creamy."

-what-a-kerfuffle

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Creamed Corn Casserole

"I make this every year for Thanksgiving, and it's always gone quickly! It's so moist — a must for creamed-corn lovers."

-Khinson

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"This is a great way to dress up ordinary peas, and the sauce is simple and quick! I used frozen peas and red pearl onions."

-Dreamer in Ontario

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Squash with Dried Cranberries

"This is a wonderful flavor combination, and it looks so attractive! Try substituting dried tart cherries."

-Bergy

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Turnip Puff

"I have been making this recipe for years and years, and it is still a family favorite. The only change I make is to add four carrots along with the turnips, which makes it slightly sweeter."

-Annie1234

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Spicy Hasselback Potatoes

"These are a lot more interesting than plain roasted or baked potatoes, and they're easy to do. The slices fan out as the potatoes cook, so in addition to tasting great, they look pretty, too!"

-Kookaburra

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"This recipe filled the kitchen with a fabulous aroma, looked great in the serving dish and was a big hit with our family."

-ZONA FOODIES

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Mashed Sweet Potatoes

"These are the best sweet potatoes! I think baking the potatoes makes a huge difference."

-Roxygirl in Colorado

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Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy

"This recipe makes Thanksgiving so much easier. Depending on how you make it, it can be light and creamy or a thicker, heartier gravy. Either way, it has full, rich flavor!"

-Charmie777

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Green Beans Almondine

"This is such a nice and easy recipe. The lemon juice really freshened up the green beans, and the toasted almonds were a great touch."

-Morningfeather

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Cheesy Potato Casserole

"Love them! These are a longtime family favorite at our house. These also freeze well, so make a double batch next time and treat yourself after company's gone."

-Improvmom

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Roasted Beet Salad with Horseradish Cream Dressing

"I loved this! I typically have roasted beets on hand, and this was a nice and different way to use them."

-Muffin Goddess

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"This was absolutely delicious and easy to make. It will definitely be on my Thanksgiving table every year."

-Kelly_Green

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Cranberry Orange Quick Bread

Cranberry bread loaded with sugared cranberries for an added festive touch.

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Scalloped Corn Skillets

Serve this delicious corn spoon bread in individual cast iron skillets.

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Kelsey Nixon's deviled eggs are slightly smoky with a hint of sweet from the brown-sugar bacon. Perfect for every palate around your Thanksgiving table.

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Slow-Cooker Stuffing

"First time making stuffing from scratch and it was perfect! I love the idea of being able to throw the ingredients together and forget about it until serving time. Made the recipe as directed and it was super moist and flavorful."

-cooking_neko83

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Sweet Cornbread

"Fabulous cornbread. Make sure to double the recipe because it WILL get eaten. This cornbread is incredibly moist with just the right amount of sweetness. The texture is perfect, not to cakey like others I have tried."

-MindyP679

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What is the number one side dish for Thanksgiving? ›

Mashed potatoes are a traditional Thanksgiving side dish for a reason, and we definitely look forward to serving up this delicious dish every November. Click here for the recipe!

What are most Americans' favorite side dishes on Thanksgiving? ›

Thanksgiving side dishes: Here's the 10 most popular for your...
  • Sweet potatoes.
  • Brussels sprouts.
  • Gravy.
  • Bread.
  • Stuffing/dressing.
  • Cranberry sauce.
  • Squash.
  • Corn.

What is the least favorite side dish for Thanksgiving? ›

And the least favorite side dish for Americans on Thanksgiving is -- green bean casserole. 31.4 percent of people surveyed do not like it.

What are the 5 most common sides served on Thanksgiving Day? ›

The Top Five Most Popular Thanksgiving Sides in the United States
  • Biscuits & Rolls. A side of rolls or biscuits topped the favorite Thanksgiving sides in six states, but just one state was specific with their choice. ...
  • Stuffing & Cornbread Dressing. ...
  • Sweet Potatoes. ...
  • Potatoes. ...
  • Vegetables.
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What are the 12 most popular Thanksgiving dishes? ›

Scroll through to take a look at our most popular Thanksgiving recipes.
  • 01 of 24. Perfect Turkey. ...
  • 02 of 24. Roasted Brussels Sprouts. ...
  • 03 of 24. Cranberry Sauce. ...
  • 04 of 24. Homemade Mac and Cheese. ...
  • 05 of 24. Sweet Potato Pie. ...
  • 06 of 24. Granny Kat's Pumpkin Roll. ...
  • 07 of 24. Slow Cooker Turkey Breast. ...
  • 08 of 24. Cream Corn Like No Other.
Oct 26, 2023

What are the 3 traditional foods Americans eat during Thanksgiving? ›

Along with turkey, stuffing, and cranberry the "traditional" table now included white bread, apple pie, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, and various fruit pies.

What is America's least favorite dish at Thanksgiving and what percentage? ›

"For the third year in a row, cranberry sauce takes first place as the most disliked traditional Thanksgiving food. Over 31% of respondents, 82 million American adults, do not want cranberry sauce for their Thanksgiving dinner.

What should you not forget for Thanksgiving dinner? ›

Use this list to make sure you're prepared to have the feast you planned for.
  • Sweetened Condensed Milk. A number of tasty desserts rely on this often forgotten item. ...
  • Cranberries or Cranberry Sauce. ...
  • Chicken Stock or Broth. ...
  • Simply Done Containers. ...
  • Foil, Parchment Paper, Pastic Wrap. ...
  • Centerpiece. ...
  • Nuts or Dried Fruit. ...
  • Dinner Rolls.
Nov 25, 2019

What not to do at Thanksgiving dinner? ›

Five topics to avoid during Thanksgiving dinner
  1. Religion. Religion is a big topic for people, especially if you do not believe in it. ...
  2. Politics. This is a topic that people should absolutely stay away from when eating at the Thanksgiving meal. ...
  3. Finances and Jobs. Finances can be stressful all year long. ...
  4. Relationships. ...
  5. Weight.
Nov 21, 2023

What foods do people eat on Thanksgiving for dinner list at least 8? ›

Here are the top 10 Thanksgiving foods that your guests are likely expecting to see on the table if you're hosting a traditional affair:
  • Mashed potatoes.
  • Stuffing.
  • Green bean casserole.
  • Sweet potato casserole.
  • Baked corn.
  • Mac and cheese.
  • Peas & Water chestnuts (our fun take on regular peas)
  • Fresh rolls.
Oct 28, 2021

What is the average American's favorite Thanksgiving side dish? ›

Mashed potatoes are the front-runner to be on the most plates this Thanksgiving. Turkey no longer reigns supreme. Findings showed that over half of the United States would be content to only have sides on their holiday plates and 67% of Americans prefer side dishes to the main entrée!

How many sides should you have at Thanksgiving? ›

How many dishes should I serve with the turkey? For 4 people, choose 1-2 appetizers and 3 sides. For 8 people, choose 1-3 appetizers and 3 sides. For 16 people, choose 2-3 appetizers and 3 or more sides.

What is the quintessential Thanksgiving menu? ›

The classic Thanksgiving dinner includes old-time favorites that never change: turkey, gravy, stuffing, potatoes, veggies, and pie. But the way these dishes are made or added to is everchanging because of food trends and different dietary requirements.

What are the top 5 dishes served for Thanksgiving? ›

Here are the top 10 most popular Thanksgiving foods you'll likely see at every celebration.
  1. Turkey. Turkey is a symbol of Thanksgiving, and it's hard to imagine the holiday without it. ...
  2. Mashed Potatoes. ...
  3. Green Bean Casserole. ...
  4. Sweet Potatoes. ...
  5. Dinner Rolls. ...
  6. Cranberry Sauce. ...
  7. Pumpkin Pie. ...
  8. Stuffing.
Oct 26, 2022

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