Thanksgiving is all about enjoying good food with the people you love. Whether you’re hosting the whole family or bringing a dish to share, I’ve collected a bunch of my favorite Thanksgiving recipes to help make planning your holiday menu a little easier. From killer sides and homemade rolls to the most amazing fail-proof method for cooking a juicy Thanksgiving turkey, these tried-and-true favorites have everything you need for an unforgettable feast!
The Best Thanksgiving Turkey
Hands-down the best Turkey for the holidays! Tender, juicy, flavorful results every time!
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Herb Roasted Turkey Breast
An easy oven-roasted turkey breast basted in classic herbs. Perfect for family dinner, or a holiday meal when you don’t need the whole bird!
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Homemade Gravy
How to make perfect gravy every time! This recipe will make 2-3 cups gravy depending on the thickness you choose.
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Ultra Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Creamy, buttery mashed potatoes. Smooth, flavorful, and can be served fresh, or made ahead and baked up later without losing their silky texture.
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Caramelized Green Beans
Sweet, savory, garlicky, caramelized bacon green beans are perfect for holidays and special occasions!
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Candied Coconut Sweet Potatoes
Creamy sweet potatoes are topped with caramelized coconut topping in this decadent side dish. Guaranteed to be a hit on your holiday table!
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From-Scratch Green Bean Casserole
Made with tender-crisp green beans and a simple homemade sauce and topped with crispy onions, of course!
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Candied Walnut Salad
This highly requested recipe is a crowd favorite for any gathering. Fresh apples, candied walnuts, and a sweet honey vinaigrette make this salad worth coming back to!
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Fresh Cranberry Sauce
Fresh cranberry sauce is a delightfully sweet, tart condiment that lends itself to much more than just Thanksgiving.
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World’s Best Dinner Rolls
These reader favorite dinner rolls are soft and fluffy. Perfect for holiday dinners!
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Boursin Creamed Corn
Rich, cheesy, and full of flavor. Perfect for holidays or any dinner!
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Bacon-Wrapped Green Bean Bundles
Sweet and sour garlic butter sauce is drizzled over these crispy bacon-wrapped green bean bundles. These make a great side or appetizer!
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Pumpkin Cheesecake with Pecan-Gingersnap Crust
A long-time reader favorite! This creamy pumpkin cheesecake, topped with whipped cream, caramel, and pecans (optional) is a great alternative to pumpkin pie.
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How To Roast Whole Carrots
Gorgeous roasted or grilled, seasoned whole carrots are a delicious side addition to any meal.
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Herbed Sourdough Stuffing
This classic Thanksgiving favorite is full of buttery bread cubes, fresh herbs, and a hint of lemon to keep it bright and fresh.
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Baked Brie with Pepper Jelly
A simple, easy sweet and savory appetizer that’s elegant and quick to put together.
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Bite-Sized Baked Brie
Perfectly portioned bites of buttery pastry filled with creamy brie cheese and a mix of sweet, savory, and spicy fillings.
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Layered Pumpkin Pie Toffee Cheesecake
A delightful layered dessert with a classic graham cracker crust, toffee cheesecake on the bottom and pumpkin pie on the top. Sure to please everyone!
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Cranberry-Orange Goat Cheese Bites
This deceptively simple yet elegant appetizer is perfect for holiday parties and adding to charcuterie boards.
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Sugared Cranberries
Only 2 ingredients required for a stunning sweet-tart snack! Perfect for an appetizer, sweet treat, or garnishing your favorite holiday dessert.
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Oven-Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are an often under-appreciated vegetable. Roasted with garlic and balsamic vinegar, however, they are a truly delicious side and pack an impressive nutritional punch.
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Caramel Chocolate Pecan Pie
Simple pecan pie recipe made with Rolo candies! Serve it with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream and finish off with a caramel and chocolate drizzle.
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Italian Sausage Thanksgiving Dressing
This loaded Italian Sausage Thanksgiving dressing (or stuffing) is a big step up from traditional quick-fix dressing mixes while still being quick and easy to pull together.
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Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
Caramel. Apples. Cheesecake. Shortbread. Streusel. Do I really need to write anything else here?
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Butter-Topped One Hour Dinner Rolls
These tender one-hour dinner rolls make it easy to serve up fresh bread any night of the week, even when you're short on time!
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Orange Cranberry Cheesecake
Creamy cheesecake with a spiced crust and the perfect blend of bright citrus and sweet and tangy cranberries. A show-stopping dessert worthy of the holiday table!
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Chocolate Pear Tart
A buttery cookie crust is layered in chocolate, pears, and a spiced custard and baked to perfection.
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Apple Squash Chop Kale Salad
This nutrient-dense salad is full of autumn flavors including savory roasted butternut squash, sweet apples, and golden raisins. Add protein to make it a meal!
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Pumpkin Sheet Cake
This Pumpkin Spice Sheet Cake is soft, spiced, and topped with a rich caramel frosting—perfect for fall gatherings, holidays, or an easy crowd-pleasing dessert!
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Autumn Harvest Salad
A hearty autumnal salad with seasonal ingredients and a Honey Cider Dressing. Note: ingredient amounts are approximate. Like any salad, feel free to customize according to your personal tastes.
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Baked Brie with Honey Cranberry-Orange Relish
This elegant appetizer is so easy, making it perfect for holiday meals and gatherings.
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Amish Potato Rolls
These make-ahead friendly rolls are simple, soft, and fluffy; perfect for any special holiday dinner.
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Fresh Cranberry Salsa with Cream Cheese Dip
The perfect sweet & savory holiday appetizer: bright and tangy cranberries combine with spicy jalapenos and are cooled by creamy cream cheese.
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Oreo Turkeys and Cookie Pilgrim Hats
These easy, edible Thanksgiving crafts make great placeholders on the dining table and are especially fun to make with kids!
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Pressure Cooker Mashed Potatoes
An easy way to cook mashed potatoes, in just minutes in your pressure cooker. Slow cooker instructions also included in notes.
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Apple Pie
This classic apple pie is easier to make than you might think. This is definitely something everyone needs in their recipe arsenal!
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Creamy Stovetop Smashed Potatoes
If you think mashed potatoes are only for special occasions, think again! These delicious rustic Creamy Stovetop Smashed Potatoes take a fraction of the time (and the dirty dishes)!
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Air Fried Roasted Butternut Squash
The air fryer is a quick and easy way to cook butternut squash!
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Caramel Apple Fruit Pizza
An autumn twist on a classic recipe with a soft ginger cookie crust, fluffy cinnamon cream topping, crisp apples and a caramel drizzle.
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Air Fryer Green Beans
These green beans take just minutes to make in the air fryer, making them a great side dish for nearly any meal.
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Oatmeal Cookie Bars
A soft oatmeal cookie crust, layered with creamy cheesecake, pumpkin butter swirl, and streusel topping.
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