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Nov 6 2024

18 Easy & Delicious Side Dishes For Thanksgiving

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A collection of Thanksgiving side dish recipes to celebrate the holiday deliciously with your family and friends!
A collection of Thanksgiving side dish recipes to celebrate the holiday deliciously with your family and friends!
A collection of Thanksgiving side dish recipes to celebrate the holiday deliciously with your family and friends!
A collection of Thanksgiving side dish recipes to celebrate the holiday deliciously with your family and friends!

A collection of Thanksgiving side dish recipes to celebrate the holiday deliciously with your family and friends!

A collection of Thanksgiving side dish recipes to celebrate the holiday deliciously with your family and friends!

Easy Thanksgiving Side Dishes

While I LOVE an amazing turkey for Thanksgiving, the sides are where it’s at for me. Those buttery mashed potatoes, that luscious gravy, and those candied Brussels Sprouts…those win my heart.

I’ve put together some viral side dishes for you as well as some super easy ones to help get you out of that same old side-dish rut.

In this post you’ll find the following:

  • Viral Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes
  • Thanksgiving Veggie Side Dishes
  • Salads and Slaws
  • Make Ahead Thanksgiving Sides
  • Perfect Gravy Every Single Time

Viral Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes

Like clockwork, every year, I have a selection of side dish recipes that go viral. These have stood the test of time and are always in huge demand.

The best Cranberry Relish… ever! No really, like EVER!

With hints of orange, fresh ginger, and cinnamon, this truly is THE BEST Cranberry Relish Ever!

5/5 from 105 ratings

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Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel & Roasted Grapes

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Creamy Corn Casserole

5/5 from 77 ratings

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The Absolute Best Homemade Green Bean Casserole From Scratch

5/5 from 61 ratings

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The Best Candied Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts

5/5 from 47 ratings

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Thanksgiving Veggie Side Dishes

Growing up, Mom made 6-8 different veggie dishes for Thanksgiving dinner. Now that it’s just the two of us, I’ll do maybe three because, let’s be honest here, Thanksgiving leftovers rule!

How To Perfectly Grill Italian Parmesan Asparagus

Truly the best-grilled asparagus you’ll ever eat! Perfectly smoky & coated in an Italian Herbed oil & Cheese that will keep the family coming back for more!

5/5 from 11 ratings

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Easy Cheesy Butternut Squash Parmesan Gratin

With crispy bacon and cheese kisses, this Butternut Squash Parmesan Gratin is outstanding and a must on every holiday table!

5/5 from 5 ratings

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Roasted Maple Brown Sugar Cinnamon Acorn Squash

5/5 from 3 ratings

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Browned Butter Broccoli Pecandine

5/5 from 7 ratings

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Make Ahead Thanksgiving Side Dishes

I’m a huge fan of making stuff ahead of time that I can keep on low that day or reheat before serving.

Caramelized Sweet Vidalia Onions On The Smoker

By smoking and caramelizing Vidalia onions, you’re transforming a humble vegetable into a mouthwatering dish that will elevate any dish! From burgers to pizza, casseroles to dips, smoked caramelized onions add a savory culinary delight to any dish!

5/5 from 14 ratings

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The Very Best Mashed Potatoes

5/5 from 19 ratings

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Buttery Oven Roasted Loaded Mashed Potatoes

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Simply The Best Mac and Cheese ever!

5/5 from 2 ratings

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Salads and Slaws

These weren’t always on the table for Thanksgiving dinner (main dinner) but always showed up on dinners number 2, 3, and yes, sometimes 4.

The Best Cranberry Pecan Coleslaw With Creamy Maple Dressing

5/5 from 24 ratings

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Ultimate Grilled Brussels Sprouts Salad With Bacon Pecans and Cranberries

5/5 from 22 ratings

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Fall Apple Coleslaw With A Honey Dijon Vinaigrette

5/5 from 15 ratings

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Making Perfect Gravy

Making gravy isn’t hard or complicated, but I often find folks struggling with it. No worries, though. With my instructions, I have you covered, and you’ll be a gravy master in no time!

Perfect Gravy Every Single Time – Tips and Instructions

There is something magical about an amazing, rich gravy over mashed potatoes and meats. When made right, it should be silky and rich with incredible depths of flavors. Follow my chef tips and instructions on how to make it perfect every single time!

5/5 from 3 ratings

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What Are Your Favorite Side Dishes?

Stay tuned as I’m working on three more to publish before Thanksgiving!

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Make it a meal!

Pairs Perfectly With:

  • How to Smoke Spatchcock Turkey

    How to Smoke Spatchcock Turkey

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    Best Super Soft and Chewy Hoagie Rolls

  • Easy and Juicy Cornish Game Hens

    Easy and Juicy Cornish Game Hens

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