Looking for the best Thanksgiving recipes ideas for your dinner menu? Here we have compiled our most popular recipes for Thanksgiving - all in one place!
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Here are our best recipes for Thanksgiving turkey and stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, side dishes, desserts, and more to help you along the way. This roundup lists our best Thanksgiving recipe ideas to complete your holiday feast. Enjoy! ❤️ 🦃
Our Best Thanksgiving Side Dishes
If you’re looking for classic Thanksgiving recipes or new Thanksgiving recipes, read on to find over 40 of our favorite Thanksgiving side dishes. With ideas ranging from all-time classics like mashed potatoes and green beans to inventive stuffings and casseroles, you’re sure to find a side dish you’ll love.
Garlic Butter Roasted Butternut Squash
Try this creative Thanksgiving side with a stunning presentation! This Hasselback-style butternut squash is way easier than it looks, believe us!
Roasted Garlic Butter Parmesan Potatoes
These crispy roasted garlic potatoes with bacon, and parmesan are the perfect side for any of your meals!
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts
A flavorful and elegant holiday side dish. This side recipe is very easy and let you hands free for other recipes for your Thanksgiving dinner.
Roasted Sweet Potatoes with garlic and Parmesan
One of our most popular Thanksgiving side dishes, these sweet potatoes will steal the show!
Garlic Butter Parmesan Baked Butternut Squash
These garlic butter parmesan roasted butternut squash slices are a true restaurant-quality side dish! Melt-in-your-mouth and packed with flavor, you'll love our baked butternut recipe!
Green Beans with Garlic Parmesan
Traditional Thanksgiving recipes for side dishes always include green beans, and this recipe will not disappoint!
Thanksgiving Apple Sage Stuffing
Apple sage Thanksgiving stuffing is so crisp and moist at the same time - Your guests will literally stuff themselves!
Balsamic Honey Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Balsamic and honey make everything better, especially these Brussels sprouts served warm as a Thanksgiving side dish.
Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple Pecan Glaze
Say hello to your new favorite one-pan side dish for Thanksgiving. Your guests will go crazy over the melt-in-your-mouth texture and taste this sweet potato side dish.
Garlic Mushrooms Cauliflower Skillet
This garlic mushroom and cauliflower recipe is super nourishing and easy to whip up!
Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes (10-Minute )
This Instant Pot mashed sweet potato recipe is effortless and crowd-pleasing. The best way to make mashed sweet potato in a pressure cooker!
Baked Sweet Potato
A classic Thanksgiving recipe made modern and fresh with deliciously roasted sweet potatoes.
Cheesy Green Beans Casserole
This green beans casserole recipe is a delicious side dish to enjoy for a casual dinner.
Simple Butternut Squash Steaks with Garlic Butter
Butternut Squash Steaks with Garlic Butter is a quick and easy side dish for a weeknight or a holiday gathering.
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
This Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe is silky-smooth, simple and delicious side dish perfect for weeknight meals or holidays.
Sautéed Green Beans with French Onions
These sautéed fresh green beans with French onions are the perfect and easiest accompaniment to any main course.
Roasted Butternut Squash
A unique Thanksgiving side with butternut squash and truckload of flavor. Thin butternut squash slices are seasoned and roasted in the oven until the edges are crispy.
Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes Carrots and Zucchini
These roasted vegetables make a great savory side dish that pairs well with just about anything. Try our roasted potatoes, carrots, and zucchini recipe today!
Green Bean Casserole with Bacon and Parmesan
A delicious green bean casserole recipe with a creamy parmesan sauce and crispy bacon. This green bean casserole is the perfect side for a festive meal!
Parmesan Mashed Spaghetti Squash
Soft and velvety, this Mashed spaghetti squash recipe makes a light Thanksgiving side dish.
Fried Baby Potatoes with Garlic Brown Butter
Looking for a more traditional Thanksgiving recipe for sides? These epic baby potatoes are the perfect side dish to your turkey!
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Green Beans
These epic roasted green beans flavored with garlic and parmesan are crispy and golden on the outside, yet tender on the inside.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potato with Balsamic Honey Glaze
Another Thanksgiving classic recipe with roasted veggies and a fantastic glaze full of sweet, zesty flavors.
Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes
Mouthwatering, crisp tender roasted Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes seasoned to perfection and roasted in the oven for about 20–25 minutes.
Cheesy Asparagus Casserole
This cheesy asparagus casserole is the best side dish to any meal!
2-Minutes Instant Pot Creamy Brussels Sprouts with Garlic Cream Cheese Parmesan Sauce
Creamy and savory, this side dish with Instant Pot Brussels sprouts and bacon is outstanding all on its own!
Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potato Cakes
A great twist on the Thanksgiving classic recipe: mashed potatoes never got such rave reviews at our studio when we first tested them!
Creamy Brussels Sprouts Gratin
An easy and luxurious side dish that will turn everyone into Brussels sprout addicts.
Cinnamon-Honey Glazed Carrots
Sweet and rustic - An easy and quick side dish everyone will rave about.
Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots
These roasted carrots are the perfect side for a weeknight meal or a holiday crowd.
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Potatoes
This roasted potatoes with garlic parmesan recipe is a satisfying side dish that will make you forget all about the main course!
Baked Four Cheese Garlic Spaghetti Squash
This four cheese baked spaghetti squash is a shockingly good alternative to Alfredo pasta
Extra-Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Silky-smooth and delicious, these creamy mashed potatoes make the perfect side for any occasion.
Honey Balsamic Roasted Carrots
These roasted carrots are the perfect side dish for your Sunday roast or an easy side for a holiday table.
Bacon Roasted Pumpkin
We love traditional Thanksgiving recipes with some creative twist. Make this simple yet impressive bacon & pumpkin recipe for a sensational side dish.
Slow-Cooker Carrots with Honey Balsamic Glaze
These slow cooker glazed carrots are an easy and delicious side dish, perfect for your holiday dinners.
Garlic Roasted Potatoes
These crave-worthy garlic roasted potatoes make the perfect side dish to virtually anything!
Quick Collard Greens with Bacon
Sautéed collard greens with bacon, and garlic is the perfect side dish for any occasion. If you're in for a light lunch, these collards greens are also a must!
Creamed Spinach
Creamed spinach is a quick and easy side that goes with everything. Try this recipe for creamed spinach for your Thanksgiving or Holiday menu, it will be a success!
20 of our Best Thanksgiving Appetizer Recipes
Looking for new and creative appetizer recipes for Thanksgiving? Pull out all the stops and tempt your Thanksgiving guests with these easy appetizers like our cranberry nut cheese ball, cheddar corn dog muffins, and stuffed mushrooms.
Grilled Shrimp and Chorizo Appetizers
Crispy Shrimp and Chorizo are so easy and incredibly delicious. This is one MUST make Thanksgiving appetizer!
Pepperoni Basil Tomato Puffs
Bite-sized with big flavor! Perfect for Sunday brunch.
Spicy Deviled Eggs
Serve this crowd-pleasing finger food with a spicy twist before the big turkey dinner!
Cranberry Nut Cream Cheese Balls
These easy Thanksgiving appetizers to make-ahead are so delicious they won't last long on your table - definitely a crowd pleaser!
Bacon Jalapeño Popper Cheese Balls
If there is one Thanksgiving recipe you shouldn't forget on your holiday menu, it's this cheese balls. So crispy and cheesy at the same time!
Spinach Dip Puff Bites
These spinach dip puff appetizers made into a muffin tin are the perfect party appetizer for the holidays
Fresh Cranberry Dip
This fresh cranberry dip is a sweet and spicy holiday appetizer. The Cranberry dip recipe is perfect for serving with tortilla chips or your favorite crackers!
10-Minute Roasted Pizza Mushrooms
Do you need appetizers for Thanksgiving? Well, these pizza stuffed mushrooms will definitely make you say YES!
Honey-garlic Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Crisp and sticky - The ultimate last-minute appetizer!
Cheddar Corn Dog Mini Muffins
This crowd-pleasing appetizer couldn't be easier. Simply dip sausage bits into a corn dog mixture in a mini muffin pan, then bake - Thanksgiving magic!
Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts
These bacon and Brussels sprouts bites are a perfect addition to your snack table for a festive dinner!
Baked Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs
These Baked Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs are the perfect appetizer for your next backyard bash.
Pepperoni Pizza Cups
You might want to double the recipe, because these won't last long.
Baked Bacon-Wrapped Dates
Trust us, these tiny bacon appetizers will disappear from the buffet table before you can say "Come on in."
Succulent Shrimp Shooters with Mango Sauce
This light Thanksgiving appetizer recipe is all about sweet and spicy!
Bacon Puff Pinwheels
These hot Thanksgiving appetizers are super easy to whip up. Bacon, cheese, and a sheet of puff pastry are all you need to make them!
Strawberry Balsamic Crostini
An elegant and tasty appetizer for all your party needs.
Cherry Tomato and Prosciutto Toasts
A quick and easy appetizer to please your guests at any spring or summer event.
Radishes with Chive Butter
A classic appetizer for Thanksgiving. These radishes are fresh, crisp, and delicious!
Last-Minute Appetizer: Goat Cheese Grape Balls
This simple no-cook Thanksgiving appetizer is perfect for a last-minute snack if the Turkey takes too long in the oven!
These Tomato Basil Bruschetta are perfect for a snack or as a great appetizer for a party. One of the best ways to enjoy the Summer's bounty for sure!
The Best Thanksgiving Turkey Recipes of All Time
Thanksgiving recipes are all about the turkey, right? Get trusted recipes for preparing the perfect Thanksgiving centerpiece. Find our best recipes for roast turkey, brined turkey, deep-fried turkey, and more.
Roasted Turkey Breast with Garlic Herb Butter
If you're not big turkey eaters, and don't want to cook a whole bird, a Turkey breast is the way to go for a light Thanksgiving recipe.
Roasted Turkey Thighs with Garlic Herb Butter
The best Thanksgiving turkey recipe ever! Try this easy roasted turkey recipe filled with garlic, herb, and butter flavors!
Instant Pot Turkey Breast with Garlic Herb Butter
The best way to save time preparing your Thanksgiving dinner. Plus, the oven is freed up to make all the sides!
Juicy and Tender Roast Turkey
This is the best roasted turkey recipe you'll ever need for the perfect Thanksgiving dinner!
Looking for a new and creative Thanksgiving recipe? This slow-roasted turkey leg is definitely what you want to try this year!
Slow Cooker Honey Turkey Thighs
Fix-it and forget-it
Carrot Mushroom Turkey Hand Pies
These portable turkey hand pies are a great way to remix your Thanksgiving dinner leftovers!
Our Festive Thanksgiving co*cktails
Spike up your dinner with these co*cktails recipes for Thanksgiving! From apple cinnamon Moscow mules to warm spiced wine, we have the best Thanksgiving co*cktails to enjoy before, during, or after the big meal. Enjoy also our warm drinks and fall punch to fill your cup on Thanksgiving.
Apple Cinnamon Moscow Mule
Start your Thanksgiving dinner with this Apple Cinnamon Moscow Mule. The perfect drink to ring in the holiday season!
Apple Cider Bourbon co*cktail
A thanksgiving signature co*cktail that will get you rave review!
Cranberry Pineapple Sangria
This Cranberry Pineapple Sangria co*cktail is the perfect special drink for your holiday plans.
Cranberry-Gin co*cktail
An easy Thanksgiving co*cktail with cranberry and orange slices to to make your gathering and your guests feel extra special.
Slow Cooker Spiced Apple Cider with Orange
This slow cooker spiced apple cider with orange is sweet, spicy and heartwarming. Perfect for the Holidays!
Mulled Apple Cider
No gourmet Thanksgiving menu would be complete without this warm, spicy classic.
Creamy Pumpkin Spice Latte {Dairy-Free}
This healthy pumpkin spice latte is super cozy, low in calories, and full of Fall flavors!
Pomegranate Champagne co*cktail
This easy champagne co*cktail with tangerine and pomegranate is the perfect drink to ring in the new year!
Christmas Cranberry Bourbon co*cktail
This Cranberry Bourbon co*cktail is the perfect starter to celebrate the holidays!
Raspberry Gin Fizz
Your guests will love this bubbly and refreshing holiday drink!
The Ginger Turmeric Mocktail That Keeps Your Body Optimized
An energetic non-alcoholic Thanksgiving drink for those of us who have to drive after a loaded Thanksgiving dinner!
Spiced Mulled Wine
Fragrant and spicy — This will warm you up from head to toe.
Holiday Drinks: Persimmon Champagne co*cktail
This persimmon-champagne mix makes an especially vibrant clean co*cktail, perfect for a New Year’s Eve toast.
Apple Cider Bourbon co*cktail
The perfect co*cktail recipe during season transitioning.
The perfect Thanksgiving welcome drink!
Holiday Punch!
This Holiday punch recipe is so simple to make, delicious, and refreshing!
Fall Sangria with Apple and Cranberries
Would the table be complete without this Thanksgiving drink?
Best Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes
Do Thanksgiving dessert right with these recipes for apple pies, layer cakes, custard, and other classics. Even after an epic Thanksgiving dinner, there is always room for dessert, right? From classic pies to cakes, to cookies and more, we have got you covered. Here we are sharing our most popular and favorite Thanksgiving dessert recipes that go beyond pumpkin pie.
Cinnamon Apple Tart
Sweet and crispy, this cinnamon apple tart consists of a layer of cinnamon-infused apples on top of a buttery, flaky crust.
Nutella Stuffed Cookie Cups
Make your end of Thanksgiving dinner extra special with these muffin-like cookie cups filled with gooey chocolate!
French Cinnamon Apple Tart
We challenge you NOT to eat up this Thanksgiving dessert before dinnertime!
Baked Apples Cinnamon
These baked apples cinnamon are a super easy seasonal treat that tastes so good!
Pumpkin Pie Parfaits with Crumble Topping
Looking for fun recipes for Thanksgiving? Switch up your regular pumpkin pie recipe and try these delicious pumpkin pie parfaits instead!
Instant Pot Applesauce
A traditional Thanksgiving dessert that will please both kids and adults. This applesauce is amazing and comes out perfect every time.
Rose Apple Tarts
An elegant Thanksgiving dessert that's easier to make thank it looks.
Caramelized Maple Acorn Squash Dessert
This lovely dessert will make an highly appreciated appearance on your table for the holidays.
Caramel Apple Skillet Crumble
Enjoy quick, easy fall comfort food at its best.
Fresh Apple Pie
One of our top-10 Thanksgiving dessert! This apple pie is a treat that everyone at your table will enjoy - especially the crust!
Apple Layer Cake with Salted Caramel
This easy apple cake for Thanksgiving is incredibly moist, with a scrumptious layer of apple sauce, and packed full of Fall flavors.
Chocolate Red Kuri Pumpkin Pie
Try this delicious twist on a classic Thanksgiving favorite for your next holiday dinner!
Chocolate Marbled Cake with Caramelized Walnuts
Moist and soft with alternating bites of chocolate and vanilla this chocolate marble cake recipe is definitely a sure-fire keeper.
Vanilla Caramel Custard
Sweet caramel pairs perfectly with the subtle vanilla flavors for an association you simply cannot miss.
Best Salad Recipes for Thanksgiving
These healthy Thanksgiving salad recipes are the holiday hero we need. Sure, turkey and stuffing may be of importance, but even the most indulgent dinner requires balance. These Thanksgiving salads will help you start your meal off with a bang because once you've eaten your vegetables, you can go hard on everything else!
Creamy Broccoli Salad with Bacon
This broccoli salad recipe is naturally gluten-free and low carb. A must for a healthy lunch or potluck - Try this delicious broccoli salad ASAP!
Shredded Carrot Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
This shredded carrot salad makes the perfect addition to a potluck or brunch.
This rich salad for a vegetarian Thanksgiving will roundup your holiday meal. Sweet potato, Brussels, Kale, what else?
Healthy Sautéed Kale Salad with Bacon, Walnuts and Cranberries
This healthy kale salad recipe is not only colorful, but it’s flavorful too!
Bacon Cauliflower Salad
This bacon cauliflower salad recipe is easy to make, super crunchy and nourishing!
Apple Cranberry Bacon Kale Salad
After all that heavy Thanksgiving dinner stuff, you need a good salad. And this easy salad with apple, bacon and kale is exactly what you need.
Mixed Berries Spinach Salad
Simple, healthy and delicious - Perfect if you have company.
Kale Salad With Quinoa, Apples and Cheddar
Need a quick, healthy, and energizing lunch? This kale quinoa salad is here to come to the rescue!
Simple Sesame Beet Salad
A vegan Thanksgiving salad recipe that's so easy, you could even hand it off to any of your guests.
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Beet and Carrots
A Chopped Salad That's Perfect For Tomorrow's Lunch
Broccoli Brussels Sprout Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette
The ultimate salad for this Thanksgiving season.
Autumn Crunch Quinoa Salad with Lime Dressing
A crowd-pleasing salad to have in your sleeve for a big Holiday feast.
Beat the winter blue with this winner packed with vitamins and amazing flavor.
Cheese Kuri squash Salad with Tangerine Dressing
Thanksgiving dinner wouldn't be complete without this colorful salad. You'll love the zesty citrus dressing.
The Best Detox Salad
Cleanse your system and keep your body healthy and happy for this new year!
Beet Carrot Pomegranate Salad
Healthy and absolutely delicious, this beet, carrot and pomegranate salad is perfect on its own or as a side.
Red Cabbage Salad and Apple Pomegranate
Cabbage Salad Recipe is Perfect for a quick lunch on the go or a fresh dinner starter, this tangy raw slaw is also supremely cleansing.
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