21 Thanksgiving Recipes

A flavorful and juicy turkey that is bursting with fall flavors. The apple cider adds a wonderful sweetness to the turkey as well as provides the drippings for a wonderful gravy to accompany.

This dry brined turkey is seasoned to perfection. It is bursting with flavor and the cumin and sage are the perfect complement to the turkey.

Roasted cumin and sage turkey on a platter
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This roasted cumin and sage turkey is the perfect showstopper for your Thanksgiving table. Seasoned with sage and cumin this turkey is easy to make, tastes amazing, and most importantly is tender and juicy.

When you don't want to make a turkey a great spiral sliced ham makes a great alternation. This is also a great alternative when you are short on time. Seasoned to perfection this ham will make the meal even more special.

Honey glazed ham ready for serving
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A spiral cut ham glazed with spices, maple, and honey.

Brussels sprouts are perfect for Thanksgiving and they are so easy to make. Paired with the dressing, mashed potatoes, this is one side that will never fail to be a hit.

Balsamic brussels sprouts in a white dish with a gold serving spoon
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These roasted balsamic brussels sprouts are crispy and packed with flavor. They are roasted to perfection and then tossed with honey and balsamic vinegar. This is the perfect side dish for any gathering or when you want something easy to make during the week.

I don't know of any holiday where I haven't had collard greens for dinner. These are a staple in my family and are a perfect for the holidays. One of the best parts is you can prepare most of this the day before so it will cut down on cooking the day of.

A platter with collard greens and cornbread
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These Southern collard greens are the definition of comfort food. They are cooked in chicken broth with smoked turkey, garlic and onions. These make a perfect side dish for any family gathering, holiday, potluck, barbecue. or just because you want some.

This isa twist on the classic Thanksgiving dish. Made with crispy baked onions this casserole makes for a perfect side dish for your friends and family.

Close up of green bean casserole in a cast iron skillet
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A special twist on the classic American side dish.

When you are looking forward to making simple and easy side dishes for your special day look no further. This one is ready in minutes and tastes great. The best part is that it is ready in 30 minutes. Talk about taking a load off.

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Fresh spinach in a cream sauce with parmesan

These are some of my favorite mashed potatoes. Roasting them brings out a nice flavor. Plus they taste amazing with or without gravy.

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Buttery mashed potatoes roasted with sage, thyme, and rosemary.

When you are looking for a special side dish to bring to your Thanksgiving table. They melt in your mouth and are almost like individual bites of mashed potatoes.

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Soft and pillowy potato medallions in a garlic and herb butter sauce.

These sweet potatoes are very fun and make a statement during Thanksgiving. They compliment the dressing and apple and sage roasted turkey. The slight sweetness of the honey and sharpness of the goat cheese makes this an absolutely fabulous side dish.

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Hasselback sweet potatoes are a wonderful side dish that makes every meal feel special. The potatoes are sliced thinly, brushed with butter, and topped with honey, goat cheese, and pistachios.

This sage sweet potato casserole is a wonderfully easy side dish for your holiday meal and even more importantly it tastes great. The potatoes are mashed and then baked to perfection and will pair well with the rest of the holiday sides.

Sweet potato casserole in a what casserole dish
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Roasted and pureed sweet potatoes with sage, maple syrup and parmesan cheese.

There are so many ways that candied sweet potatoes can grace your Thanksgiving meal however these are my favorite. Baked in brown sugar and butter these potatoes make for a quintessential side dish for the holidays.

Candied sweet potatoes in a white bowl
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A great holiday side dish with cinnamon, cardamom, and bourbon.

This has got to be one of my favorite side dishes for the holiday. Packed with 3 different kinds of cheeses and baked until bubbly with that slight cheesy crust on top, you cannot go wrong with this wonderful side dish.

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The perfect comfort food side dish with three cheeses.

You can never go wrong with dressing to go with your turkey. This cranberry and pistachio dressing is a great addition to the meal and is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.

Cranberry and pistachio dressing in a blue baking dish ready to serve
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A perfect side dish for your Thanksgiving Day feast. A dressing made with pistachios, cranberries, and shallots and seasoned with sage, thyme and rosemary.

When thinking about easy to make this cranberry sauce comes to mind. With a little bit of orange and bourbon you cannot go wrong. Plus it only take about 15 minutes to make.

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An easy to make side dish that will make a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving Day table.

When you think about dessert for the holidays especially Thanksgiving sweet potato pie is going to be at the top of the list. You can never go wrong with having this during the holidays and that hint of bourbon makes it a little bit extra special.

Sweet potato pie
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A Thanksgiving favorite with ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

If sweet potato pie is on the list of Thanksgiving desserts then it makes sense that pumpkin pie should be right there as well. Packed with warming spices it is the perfect combo of holiday flavors in a perfect bite.

Pumpkin pie
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A pumpkin pie sweetened with brown sugar and molasses with a small peppery bite.

Now if sweet potato AND pumpkin pie were on this list there is no way that apple pie couldn't be there. When thinking about the holidays and Thanksgiving the dessert is an absolute must for your meal.

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An American classic recipe

This is a special dessert that is a wonderful addition for any dessert spread you will have during Thanksgiving. Packed with fresh cranberries and pomegranate this is a dessert that will leave your guests talking.

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A Bundt cake with fresh cranberries and pomegranates and an orange glaze.

Apple cake is a great all dessert that is a perfect way to end a meal. Pair this with a cup of coffee or tea at and you have a perfect way to end your meal. Plus when it is time for seconds this tastes even better.

Apple cake dusted with powdered sugar
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A tender spice cake filled with apples and topped with powdered sugar. A great treat for all of the apple lovers.

My grandmother has always had a vanilla cake during the holidays. This is a wonderfully simple dessert that pairs well with coffee and isn't too heavy after all of that other good food.

Slice of vanilla bundt cake on a light blue plate
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A nice bundt cake that is dense, light, sweet, and buttery.
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