A collection of Thanksgiving-inspired recipes to celebrate the holiday deliciously. These 40 recipes will have you and your guests gobbling everything up!
I always loved Thanksgiving growing up. That’s when Mom & Dad were both in the kitchen creating dinner. Mom would have the counters lined with 10-15 homemade pies. Holiday music would be playing, and I got to help out.
It’s funny, as we never called it “Friendsgiving” as our friends were considered family, and whether you were blood-related or not, you were always welcome at our table.
In this post, you’ll find the following:
Thanksgiving Appetizers Recipes
This was something Mom really didn’t go all out with. She’d put out some cheese, crackers, and smoked sausage as her goal was not to have folks fill up on this stuff but rather enjoy the bounty of the main meal.
Chilled Shrimp Cucumber Cups with Creamy Herb Sauce
Crunchy cucumber cups are the base for chilled shrimp in a creamy lemon & fresh herb sauce! It’s the perfect summer and party appetizer!
The Best Crab Meat Stuffed Shrimp
Easy Bacon Wrapped Cheese Cracker Sandwiches
Baked Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites
Ultimate Charcuterie Grazing Board
Cheesy Dill Pickle Bacon Cheese Ball
Chopped dill pickles mixed with crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and seasonings make this dish the life of any party!
Sugared Cream Cheese & Strawberries On The Smoker
The Best Smoked Cream Cheese Ball Loaded Bites
Side Dish Recipes for Thanksgiving
When you’re at one of my parties, you learn to pace yourself regarding the food. The appetizers and finger foods are great, but these main dishes ROCK!
Roasted Spiced Maple Glazed Carrots with Pistachios
Turn ordinary carrots into something unforgettable! Roasted in a buttery, spiced maple sauce, then topped with toasted pistachios and a kiss of sea salt flakes, this side dish is guaranteed to steal the spotlight at any meal!
Creamy Corn Casserole
The Best Pennsylvania Dutch Potato Filling (Dressing)
Easy Boursin Oven Roasted Asparagus
The Best Cranberry Pecan Coleslaw With Creamy Maple Dressing
The Absolute Best Homemade Green Bean Casserole From Scratch
These Sophisticated green beans put an elevated twist on the classic green bean casserole. The Best homemade mushroom cream sauce drizzled over fresh green beans and caramelized mushrooms. Seriously, so incredibly delicious!
The Very Best Mashed Potatoes
Browned Butter Broccoli Pecandine
The Best Candied Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts
This family favorite is a must-make for every holiday. It’s the perfect Brussels Sprouts holiday recipe!
Candied Sweet Potato Wedges with Brown Sugar Cinnamon Glaze
Simply The Best Mac and Cheese ever!
Fall Apple Coleslaw With A Honey Dijon Vinaigrette
Roasted Maple Brown Sugar Cinnamon Acorn Squash
Ultimate Grilled Brussels Sprouts Salad With Bacon Pecans and Cranberries
Creamy & Easy 5-Cheese Smoked Mac & Cheese
Thanksgiving Gravy and Sauces
No canned cranberry jam here, and definitely no lumpy gravy with my recipes!
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!
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 flavor. Follow my chef tips and instructions on how to make it perfect every single time!
Thanksgiving Main Dishes
Whether you’re making a big ol’ bird or need something smaller, here are some of my favorite traditional and not-so-traditional dishes!
How to Smoke Spatchcock Turkey
One of the most tender, juiciest, flavorful turkeys you’ll ever eat! Spatchcock-style smoked Garlic herb butter-infused turkey meat smoked to perfection!
Easy Juicy Slow Cooker Turkey Breast
Easy and Juicy Cornish Game Hens
One Pan Whole Roasted Chicken and Veggies
Tender, juicy chicken, infused with a savory seasoned butter, surrounded by caramelized veggies, all roasted together in one pan. It’s an effortless, delicious dinner that brings comfort and flavor to any night of the week!
Best Ever Pork Roast and Sauerkraut
Ultimate Roasted Beef Tenderloin Filet
Honey BBQ Roasted Pork Loin & Potatoes
The Best Buttery Texas-Style Smoked Turkey Breasts
Smoked Hot Honey Butter Spatchcock Chicken
Level up your chicken dinner! Spatchcock-style smoked means a faster, more even cook, plus tips for getting crispy skin on a pellet smoker. Grab my competition secret hot honey butter injection tips! It’s the secret to getting incredibly tender, juiciest, flavorful chickens you’ll ever eat!
Thanksgiving Sweet Eats
Honestly, I love the pie recipe on the back of the pumpkin pie filling can, so I’m not going to share that. No, I’m giving other options beyond the pumpkin pie!
Cranberry Orange Nut Bundt Cake
Aunt Nettie’s Cranberry Orange Nut Cake quickly became one of our favorite cakes with such incredible flavors of orange, cranberries, and nuts. It’s truly stunning and fantabulously delicious!
The Ultimate Easy Creamy Chocolate Fudge
3-Layer Chocolate Cream Dream Pie
Vanilla Sugar Cream Pie
Brown Butter Malted Chocolate Chip Toffee Bars
Swirled Orange Cheesecake Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake
‘Tis the season for one of the best cakes! Tart cranberries bursting in a sweet orange-cinnamon cake, with swirls of orange cheesecake throughout.
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