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Reader-Favorite Thanksgiving Recipes

  • Giblet Gravy

    3 hrs, 10 min
    Classic gravy made with the giblets (neck, liver, heart, gizzard) from a turkey or chicken.
  • A show bowl with Thanksgiving mashed potatoes inside.

    35 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Want the creamiest mashed potatoes? Use Yukon Gold potatoes, lots of butter, and cream. This recipe makes the best mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or any holiday in between.
  • Best ever dry brined turkey after roasting

    2 hrs, 15 min
    Gluten-Free, Paleo
    Want the most perfectly moist, flavorful, and juicy Thanksgiving turkey? Try dry-brining! All you do is rub the turkey with salt and let it hang out in the fridge for 24 to 72 hours. No muss, no fuss. The best turkey you'll ever eat will soon be yours!
  • Easy fudge recipe cut into squares and stacked.

    4 hrs, 20 min
    This fudge recipe is adapted from the original Kraft back-of-the-can recipe—but with extra chocolate. It's easy to make with marshmallow fluff, chocolate, evaporated milk, and walnuts. It makes a huge batch so you can share with friends!
  • Sidecar cocktail with a halved lemon to the left and a lemon peel on the edge of the glass.

    5 min
    The sidecar is a classic cocktail made with Cognac, orange liqueur, and lemon juice. It’s equally appropriate at a backyard barbecue or a fancy dinner party! Try some of our favorite variations, too!
  • Cranberry Relish

    20 min
    Holiday and Thanksgiving Cranberry Relish recipe. Fresh cranberries ground up with apples and orange. Great with turkey sandwiches.
  • Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes Slow Cooker potatoes in a dish with butter and a napkin

    3 hrs, 50 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes are so easy and they free up some much-needed stovetop space for Thanksgiving and other holidays!
  • Cornbread recipe baked in a cast iron skillet with a large slice removed.

    35 min
    This classic, savory Southern cornbread is just begging for a bowl of chili or a plate of ribs. Made with all cornmeal, straight buttermilk, and no added sugar (like it should be!) in a cast iron skillet, this cornbread is an easy dinner side dish.
  • Turkey Stuffing

    3 hrs
    Classic Thanksgiving turkey stuffing recipe made with French bread cubes toasted in butter, walnuts, onion, celery, apple, green olives, and stock made from turkey giblets. No stuffing is better than Mom's!
  • How to Make Gravy

    15 min
    Two easy gravy recipes with photos and step-by-step instructions.
  • Make Ahead Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

    1 hr
    Sweet potato casserole topped with gooey marshmallows! Have you ever made this holiday classic? You should! Roast the potatoes first—it deepens their flavor and makes them easy to peel. Easy to make ahead, too!
  • A cutting board with slices of focaccia topped with caramelized onions, cranberries, and brie.

    1 hr, 20 min
    Vegetarian
    Wow your taste buds with this festive focaccia appetizer topped with sweet caramelized onions, tart cranberries, and creamy brie. It will become your new favorite holiday starter!
  • How to Cut and Peel Butternut Squash

    10 min
    Butternut squashes can be intimidating to cut, can't they? Here's a safe and sure method for the easiest way to peel and cut butternut squash.
  • Close up of baked pecan pie filling.

    1 hr, 30 min
    With a homemade crust and a sweet pecan filling, this is THE pecan pie for your Thanksgiving table! Make it a day or two ahead, or freeze it for even longer.
  • Overhead view of a homemade coconut cream pie with a slice removed and set on a plate to the right.

    1 hr, 10 min
    Toasted coconut and creamy custard in a perfectly flaky pie crust topped with pillowy whipped cream: this is all you need to make any day feel like a day at the beach. This toasted coconut cream pie will become a family favorite in no time!
  • Chiffon Pumpkin Pie

    Pumpkin pie lovers, take note! This Pumpkin Chiffon Pie has a gingersnap crust and a light, pudding-like filling. It's a fun and elegant riff on the classic pie, and sure to become a favorite.
  • Pumpkin Snack Cake frosted with cream cheese is set on a table with two plates with pieces of cake to the right.

    45 min
    It’s fall, which means everyone needs a fluffy, light pumpkin cake scented with all those wonderful warming spices like cinnamon, clove, ginger, and nutmeg. Finish it with an easy cream cheese frosting, and dessert is ready!
  • A serving spoon with homemade cream corn inside.

    20 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Make the most of sweet corn season by serving up this creamed corn at your next backyard BBQ. This dish also freezes beautiful and can be made with frozen corn (hello, Thanksgiving side dish!).
  • Easy Turkey Brine Recipe

    15 min
    This simple turkey brine is infused with sage and citrus and makes a super moist, flavorful Thanksgiving turkey! Brine for 12 to 24 hours before cooking.
  • Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes

    1 hr, 25 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Don't stress over mashed potatoes, make them ahead! These extra-rich make-ahead mashed potatoes can be kept refrigerated or frozen, and then reheated when you're ready to eat.
  • Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes in a bowl with chives

    30 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Make mashed potatoes in the Instant Pot or pressure cooker for Thanksgiving or just as an easy side dish! They're ready in about 30 minutes, from start to finish and are perfect every time. Add garlic if you like.
  • How to make Apple Pie

    2 hrs, 10 min
    This is absolutely the best homemade apple pie you'll ever make! It has a flaky, buttery crust and a tender, lightly-spiced apple pie filling. Use a combination of apples for best flavor, and bake until the top is golden and the filling is bubbly!
  • Overhead view of the best chess pie with a slice removed. The slice is on a blue plate with forks and a pie server to the right.

    1 hr, 10 min
    Serve up this Southern classic chess pie to friends and family alike! It’s made with basic pantry ingredients, keeps well, and you can freeze it. The secret ingredient is a little cornmeal mixed into the custard.
  • Overhead view of the best apple pie bars cut into rectangles and sprinkled with powdered sugar.

    1 hr, 50 min
    These apple pie bars have all the sweet cinnamon flavors of an apple pie in hand-held form! They’re easy to make, easy to share, and easy to transform into caramel apple pie bars should you want to make them extra special. If you need to plan ahead these bars are even freezer friendly! Let the fall baking commence!
  • Raw Kale and Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Maple Dijon Vinaigrette on a plate with a fork to the right.

    30 min
    Dairy-Free, Healthy, Low Carb
    This hearty Brussels sprouts and kale salad is full of crunchy nuts and bacon, and tossed with a tangy dressing. Plus, several elements can be prepared ahead, making assembly a breeze for your holiday table or weekday lunch.

Must-Have Thanksgiving Sides All thanksgiving sides

  • A show bowl with Thanksgiving mashed potatoes inside.

    35 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Want the creamiest mashed potatoes? Use Yukon Gold potatoes, lots of butter, and cream. This recipe makes the best mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or any holiday in between.
  • Cranberry Relish

    20 min
    Holiday and Thanksgiving Cranberry Relish recipe. Fresh cranberries ground up with apples and orange. Great with turkey sandwiches.
  • Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes Slow Cooker potatoes in a dish with butter and a napkin

    3 hrs, 50 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes are so easy and they free up some much-needed stovetop space for Thanksgiving and other holidays!
  • Cornbread recipe baked in a cast iron skillet with a large slice removed.

    35 min
    This classic, savory Southern cornbread is just begging for a bowl of chili or a plate of ribs. Made with all cornmeal, straight buttermilk, and no added sugar (like it should be!) in a cast iron skillet, this cornbread is an easy dinner side dish.
  • Turkey Stuffing

    3 hrs
    Classic Thanksgiving turkey stuffing recipe made with French bread cubes toasted in butter, walnuts, onion, celery, apple, green olives, and stock made from turkey giblets. No stuffing is better than Mom's!
  • Make Ahead Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

    1 hr
    Sweet potato casserole topped with gooey marshmallows! Have you ever made this holiday classic? You should! Roast the potatoes first—it deepens their flavor and makes them easy to peel. Easy to make ahead, too!
  • A serving spoon with homemade cream corn inside.

    20 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Make the most of sweet corn season by serving up this creamed corn at your next backyard BBQ. This dish also freezes beautiful and can be made with frozen corn (hello, Thanksgiving side dish!).
  • Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes

    1 hr, 25 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Don't stress over mashed potatoes, make them ahead! These extra-rich make-ahead mashed potatoes can be kept refrigerated or frozen, and then reheated when you're ready to eat.
  • Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes in a bowl with chives

    30 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Make mashed potatoes in the Instant Pot or pressure cooker for Thanksgiving or just as an easy side dish! They're ready in about 30 minutes, from start to finish and are perfect every time. Add garlic if you like.
  • Raw Kale and Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Maple Dijon Vinaigrette on a plate with a fork to the right.

    30 min
    Dairy-Free, Healthy, Low Carb
    This hearty Brussels sprouts and kale salad is full of crunchy nuts and bacon, and tossed with a tangy dressing. Plus, several elements can be prepared ahead, making assembly a breeze for your holiday table or weekday lunch.
  • Baked Acorn Squash with Butter and Brown Sugar

    1 hr, 25 min
    Gluten-Free, Healthy, Vegetarian
    Easy baked acorn squash recipe, perfect for the fall. Squash is cut in half, insides scooped out, then baked with a little butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup.
  • A white serving dish with roast parsnips inside.

    45 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Roasted parsnips are the perfect side dish for a fall meal or holiday dinner. These parsnips are roasted in butter and stock and then tossed with parsley, chives, garlic, and a touch of horseradish.
  • A skillet with Homemade Creamed Spinach and a serving spoon set on a wood table.

    25 min
    Creamed spinach is easy to make and comes together in minutes. A rich sauce gets a flavor boost from Dijon mustard. Serve this simple vegetable side dish alongside roast chicken, steak, or pork loin.
  • Holiday Spiced Sweet Potatoes

    1 hr, 7 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Mashed sweet potato yams with butter, brown sugar, and holiday spices. Perfect for Thanksgiving!
  • Spicy Cranberry Sauce with Pinot Noir

    30 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    A delightful spin on classic cranberry sauce. Spicy cranberry sauce with ginger, Pinot Noir red wine, curry powder, and Chinese five-spice.
  • Side view of a flaky spring pie on a large blue platter. One slice of the pie is missing and the cheesy artichoke filling is visible on the plate. The lower left has a pile of forks on a white plate. A grey linen tablecloth is on the table and a glass is in the upper left corner.

    1 hr, 20 min
    Vegetarian
    Canned artichokes, lemon zest, and parsley combined with a cheese trifecta of Ricotta, Swiss, and Parmesan make this surprisingly light, cheesy artichoke pie. It only takes 30 minutes to assemble and less than an hour in the oven!
  • Classic Green Bean Casserole

    1 hr, 5 min
    Classic green bean casserole with fried onion topping, from scratch! Easy to make ahead. So much better than canned!
  • Candied Yams

    35 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Candied yams, garnet sweet potatoes, glazed with a brown sugar, ginger, cinnamon, orange sauce. Perfect for Thanksgiving and the holidays!
  • Au Gratin Potatoes baked in a casserole dish until golden brown.

    30 min
    Potatoes Au Gratin is a traditional potato dish baked in a cheesy cream sauce and topped with breadcrumbs. Don’t let the beauty of this classic holiday side dish fool you—this potato recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious.
  • Scooping Easy Cauliflower Bake out of a glass casserole dish.

    50 min
    Low Carb
    Low carb and utterly delicious, this quick and easy cheesy cauliflower casserole makes a decadent holiday or weeknight dinner side dish. Keep it simple with tender florets and a rich cheese sauce, or load this cauliflower bake with bacon and minced chives.
  • Close up shot of roasted brussel sprouts in a skillet

    45 min
    Gluten-Free, Low Carb, Paleo, Vegetarian
    Even the most adamant sprouts haters will love these roasted Brussels sprouts with garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese. So crispy and delicious!
  • The best popover recipe baked in a muffin tin.

    42 min
    The best popovers are tender and soft inside with a thin crispy outside. Make them plain, savory, or sweet, and serve them with custard, jam, or butter. Make a batch now and freeze some for later to serve at your holiday table, alongside a Sunday roast, or for a light breakfast
  • Side view of cranberry sauce homemade.

    20 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    This homemade cranberry sauce is classic. Made from fresh or frozen cranberries and ready in 20 minutes, it's a must-have for Thanksgiving dinner. Easy to make-ahead, too!
  • Garlic Mashed Potatoes in small serving dish

    45 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    These Garlic Mashed Potatoes made with roasted garlic and Yukon Gold potatoes are amazing in every way. These extra creamy, garlic mashed potatoes are simply the BEST!
  • Duchess Potatoes

    55 min
    Gluten-Free
    Classic Duchess potatoes, mashed with butter, nutmeg and cream, then baked until the tops are golden brown.

Get Your Pie On!

  • Close up of baked pecan pie filling.

    1 hr, 30 min
    With a homemade crust and a sweet pecan filling, this is THE pecan pie for your Thanksgiving table! Make it a day or two ahead, or freeze it for even longer.
  • Overhead view of a homemade coconut cream pie with a slice removed and set on a plate to the right.

    1 hr, 10 min
    Toasted coconut and creamy custard in a perfectly flaky pie crust topped with pillowy whipped cream: this is all you need to make any day feel like a day at the beach. This toasted coconut cream pie will become a family favorite in no time!
  • Chiffon Pumpkin Pie

    Pumpkin pie lovers, take note! This Pumpkin Chiffon Pie has a gingersnap crust and a light, pudding-like filling. It's a fun and elegant riff on the classic pie, and sure to become a favorite.
  • How to make Apple Pie

    2 hrs, 10 min
    This is absolutely the best homemade apple pie you'll ever make! It has a flaky, buttery crust and a tender, lightly-spiced apple pie filling. Use a combination of apples for best flavor, and bake until the top is golden and the filling is bubbly!
  • Overhead view of the best chess pie with a slice removed. The slice is on a blue plate with forks and a pie server to the right.

    1 hr, 10 min
    Serve up this Southern classic chess pie to friends and family alike! It’s made with basic pantry ingredients, keeps well, and you can freeze it. The secret ingredient is a little cornmeal mixed into the custard.
  • A whole chocolate pie topped with shaved chocolate.

    5 hrs, 13 min
    Chocolate, pudding, and pie—the best of all possible worlds! Make the pie filling in the microwave and pour into a pre-baked crust. This make-ahead chocolate pie sets up in a few hours in the fridge, just in time for dessert.
  • Side view of a flaky spring pie on a large blue platter. One slice of the pie is missing and the cheesy artichoke filling is visible on the plate. The lower left has a pile of forks on a white plate. A grey linen tablecloth is on the table and a glass is in the upper left corner.

    1 hr, 20 min
    Vegetarian
    Canned artichokes, lemon zest, and parsley combined with a cheese trifecta of Ricotta, Swiss, and Parmesan make this surprisingly light, cheesy artichoke pie. It only takes 30 minutes to assemble and less than an hour in the oven!
  • Pumpkin Pie

    1 hr
    This is absolutely the BEST homemade pumpkin pie recipe! Make it with canned or fresh pumpkin puree and up to several days ahead. Also freezes well! Thanksgiving pie never looked so good or so easy.
  • Caramel Nut Tart

    Do you love nuts? This caramel nut tart recipe combines walnuts, pecans, and almonds, in a caramel filling, served in a buttery crust.
  • Walnut Maple Pie

    50 min
    Walnut Pie! Similar to pecan pie, with fresh chopped walnuts, in a custardy base, sweetened with maple syrup.
  • Easy Pecan Pie Bars

    1 hr, 35 min
    Pecan Pie Bars are easy to make for the holidays, easy to transport, and even easier to eat. They're just like pecan pie, but no need for the knife and fork!
  • Apple Cranberry Pie

    3 hrs
    This apple cranberry pie is one of our favorite pies to make for Thanksgiving or the holidays! Flaky buttery crust, spiced apples mixed with dried cranberries and brandy.
  • Chocolate penaut butter pie topped with whipped cream and peanut butter cups.

    35 min
    Peanut butter lovers, this one's for you! It's the most decadent and indulgent peanut butter pie EVER, made with extra peanut butter in the filling, peanut butter cups on top, and a drizzle of melted peanut butter and chocolate. We warned you!
  • Sweet Potato Pie with Pecan Topping

    2 hrs, 45 min
    Holiday sweet potato pie with a pecan topping. Dense and sweet filling with sweet potatoes, sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla, and bourbon. Topped with candied pecan topping. Delicious!
  • Apple Slab Pie

    2 hrs
    Apple Slab Pie! The perfect dessert for a crowd, plus more flaky crust in every bite. Use a mix of apples for best flavor. Great for apple-picking parties, Thanksgiving, or holiday gatherings.
  • Paleo and Gluten-Free Apple Tart

    2 hrs, 30 min
    Gluten-Free, Paleo
    Paleo and gluten-free apple tart. So stunning on a Thanksgiving or Christmas holiday table. Easy food-processor pie crust.
  • Coconut Banana Cream Pie

    1 hr, 10 min
    Coconut Banana Cream Pie! Two great pies, combined in one. Graham cracker crust, creamy coconut custard, ripe bananas, and whipped cream topping.
  • Apple Cranberry Currant Crumble Pie

    3 hrs, 20 min
    Apple crumble pie with sliced apples, dried cranberries and currants, in a buttery crust with a brown sugar streusel topping.

Essentials for a Stress-Free Thanksgiving

Recent Thanksgiving Recipes & Ideas

  • Old fashioned cocktail made with bourbon or rye whiskey

    2 min
    An Old Fashioned is a true classic. Made with whiskey, sugar, Angostura bitters, and an orange peel (or cherry) for garnish, it's a cocktail made for whiskey lovers!
  • Stuffed mushroom caps on an appetizer tray

    40 min
    Vegetarian
    These classic stuffed mushrooms are loaded with shallots, garlic, walnuts, breadcrumbs, and chopped mushroom stems. Sprinkle with Parmesan, pop them in the oven, and you've got a great appetizer for the holidays.
  • A cutting board with slices of focaccia topped with caramelized onions, cranberries, and brie.

    1 hr, 20 min
    Vegetarian
    Wow your taste buds with this festive focaccia appetizer topped with sweet caramelized onions, tart cranberries, and creamy brie. It will become your new favorite holiday starter!
  • Hot chocolate in a decorative cup with a saucer.

    15 min
    Homemade hot chocolate is a dreamy treat on a cold day. Make it with real chocolate, whole milk, and vanilla, and top it with a dollop of whipped cream.
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    5 min
    Looking for a new seasonal cocktail that's sure to wow, but only calls for three ingredients? This slightly spicy, smoky, sweet tea cocktail is just the thing! Perfect for the holiday season – and beyond.
  • Au Gratin Potatoes baked in a casserole dish until golden brown.

    30 min
    Potatoes Au Gratin is a traditional potato dish baked in a cheesy cream sauce and topped with breadcrumbs. Don’t let the beauty of this classic holiday side dish fool you—this potato recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious.
  • The best cheese ball is in the center of a platter and surrounded by crackers.

    20 min
    This super easy cheese ball recipe is a holiday classic! Form cream cheese, cheddar, and some simple seasonings into a ball and roll it in crunchy pecans. Serve with crackers and sliced vegetables.
  • Sponsored Content

    35 min
    We're taking this beloved, retro recipe up a notch with Italian sausage, gooey Camembert cheese and fresh herbs. Meet your new favorite appetizer, or a mighty fine addition to family movie night!
  • Turkey Chili ready to serve

    1 hr, 30 min
    Gluten-Free, Healthy
    This easy Turkey Chili is a great way to use up turkey leftovers from Thanksgiving and Christmas! Make it with shredded turkey (dark or white meat), kidney beans, onion, garlic, and tomatoes.
  • Vieux carre in a whiskey glass with ingredients to make the cocktail behind it.

    3 min
    The Vieux Carré is a classic New Orleans cocktail. It’s made with a blend of brandy and rye whiskey, bitters, Benedictine, and vermouth—a combination that will warm your blood and enliven your spirit.
  • Leftover turkey pot pie in a large casserole dish with serving spoon

    45 min
    Leftover Turkey Pot Pies are a great way to use Thanksgiving leftovers like turkey, carrots, onions, celery, even pie crust. Make them whatever size you want; we like small ramekins for mini-size portions for the kids!
  • roast turkey resting in the roasting pan

    4 hrs, 15 min
    Gluten-Free, Low Carb, Paleo
    How to cook the best turkey for Thanksgiving? Roast it breast-side down! This is our tried-and-true method for Thanksgiving turkey and we share all the details. From defrosting to long to cook the turkey, we've got your Thanksgiving covered.
  • Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes in a bowl with chives

    30 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Make mashed potatoes in the Instant Pot or pressure cooker for Thanksgiving or just as an easy side dish! They're ready in about 30 minutes, from start to finish and are perfect every time. Add garlic if you like.
  • Three images side by side. On the left is a plate of Cornbread Stuffing with Green Olives and Pecans. In the center is a serving platter of Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate-Balsamic Glaze. On the right is Stuffed Delicata Squash with Quinoa and Mushrooms.

    These Thanksgiving dishes will leave both meat eaters and plant-based diners full and returning for seconds. Many of these vegetarian recipes can work as a side dish or a holiday hearty main meal.
  • The best popover recipe baked in a muffin tin.

    42 min
    The best popovers are tender and soft inside with a thin crispy outside. Make them plain, savory, or sweet, and serve them with custard, jam, or butter. Make a batch now and freeze some for later to serve at your holiday table, alongside a Sunday roast, or for a light breakfast
  • A baked Vegetable Gratin with Parsnips, Carrots, Fennel and Blue Cheese topped with chopped nuts served in a casserole dish.

    1 hr, 25 min
    Vegetarian
    Parsnips, carrots, and fennel are thinly sliced, then dressed in a decadent cream sauce infused with sweet and earthy blue cheese. Topped with chopped pecans and baked until golden and bubbly, this is your elegant holiday side dish.
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  • Pumpkin cheesecake topped with caramel sauce, whipped cream and pecans.

    2 hrs, 20 min
    This Thanksgiving, make a pumpkin cheesecake for dessert! This cheesecake has all the best parts of pumpkin pie (pumpkin! cinnamon! nutmeg!) combined with the creaminess of cheesecake. Top it with caramel sauce and whipped cream.
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    Prepping this year's Thanksgiving recipes using parchment paper roasting bags ensures the juicy turkey and flavorful sides are cooked naturally to perfection. Extra bonus? Cleanup is a breeze and the mess is kept at bay. Happy holidays, indeed!
  • Side view of cranberry sauce homemade.

    20 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    This homemade cranberry sauce is classic. Made from fresh or frozen cranberries and ready in 20 minutes, it's a must-have for Thanksgiving dinner. Easy to make-ahead, too!
  • Decorating a pumpkin pie with leaves cut out of pie dough for Thanksgving family ideas.

    From gratitude letters to a long-distance pie decorating contest, here are eight ways to celebrate Thanksgiving with your family this year, even if you’re not physically together.
  • A skillet with Homemade Creamed Spinach and a serving spoon set on a wood table.

    25 min
    Creamed spinach is easy to make and comes together in minutes. A rich sauce gets a flavor boost from Dijon mustard. Serve this simple vegetable side dish alongside roast chicken, steak, or pork loin.
  • A show bowl with Thanksgiving mashed potatoes inside.

    35 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Want the creamiest mashed potatoes? Use Yukon Gold potatoes, lots of butter, and cream. This recipe makes the best mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or any holiday in between.
  • Raw Kale and Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Maple Dijon Vinaigrette on a plate with a fork to the right.

    30 min
    Dairy-Free, Healthy, Low Carb
    This hearty Brussels sprouts and kale salad is full of crunchy nuts and bacon, and tossed with a tangy dressing. Plus, several elements can be prepared ahead, making assembly a breeze for your holiday table or weekday lunch.
  • Utah's famous lion house rolls on a baking sheet with a jar of melted butter to the left.

    1 hr, 20 min
    Buttery, pillowy Lion House rolls are easy to make and totally delicious. You can even make the dough then freeze them before the final bake! The signature spiral of these dinner rolls makes them pretty enough to adorn any holiday breadbasket.

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  • Giblet Gravy

    3 hrs, 10 min
    Classic gravy made with the giblets (neck, liver, heart, gizzard) from a turkey or chicken.
  • A show bowl with Thanksgiving mashed potatoes inside.

    35 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Want the creamiest mashed potatoes? Use Yukon Gold potatoes, lots of butter, and cream. This recipe makes the best mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or any holiday in between.
  • Best ever dry brined turkey after roasting

    2 hrs, 15 min
    Gluten-Free, Paleo
    Want the most perfectly moist, flavorful, and juicy Thanksgiving turkey? Try dry-brining! All you do is rub the turkey with salt and let it hang out in the fridge for 24 to 72 hours. No muss, no fuss. The best turkey you'll ever eat will soon be yours!
  • Easy fudge recipe cut into squares and stacked.

    4 hrs, 20 min
    This fudge recipe is adapted from the original Kraft back-of-the-can recipe—but with extra chocolate. It's easy to make with marshmallow fluff, chocolate, evaporated milk, and walnuts. It makes a huge batch so you can share with friends!
  • Sidecar cocktail with a halved lemon to the left and a lemon peel on the edge of the glass.

    5 min
    The sidecar is a classic cocktail made with Cognac, orange liqueur, and lemon juice. It’s equally appropriate at a backyard barbecue or a fancy dinner party! Try some of our favorite variations, too!
  • Cranberry Relish

    20 min
    Holiday and Thanksgiving Cranberry Relish recipe. Fresh cranberries ground up with apples and orange. Great with turkey sandwiches.
  • Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes Slow Cooker potatoes in a dish with butter and a napkin

    3 hrs, 50 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes are so easy and they free up some much-needed stovetop space for Thanksgiving and other holidays!
  • Cornbread recipe baked in a cast iron skillet with a large slice removed.

    35 min
    This classic, savory Southern cornbread is just begging for a bowl of chili or a plate of ribs. Made with all cornmeal, straight buttermilk, and no added sugar (like it should be!) in a cast iron skillet, this cornbread is an easy dinner side dish.
  • Turkey Stuffing

    3 hrs
    Classic Thanksgiving turkey stuffing recipe made with French bread cubes toasted in butter, walnuts, onion, celery, apple, green olives, and stock made from turkey giblets. No stuffing is better than Mom's!
  • How to Make Gravy

    15 min
    Two easy gravy recipes with photos and step-by-step instructions.
  • Make Ahead Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

    1 hr
    Sweet potato casserole topped with gooey marshmallows! Have you ever made this holiday classic? You should! Roast the potatoes first—it deepens their flavor and makes them easy to peel. Easy to make ahead, too!
  • A cutting board with slices of focaccia topped with caramelized onions, cranberries, and brie.

    1 hr, 20 min
    Vegetarian
    Wow your taste buds with this festive focaccia appetizer topped with sweet caramelized onions, tart cranberries, and creamy brie. It will become your new favorite holiday starter!
  • How to Cut and Peel Butternut Squash

    10 min
    Butternut squashes can be intimidating to cut, can't they? Here's a safe and sure method for the easiest way to peel and cut butternut squash.
  • Close up of baked pecan pie filling.

    1 hr, 30 min
    With a homemade crust and a sweet pecan filling, this is THE pecan pie for your Thanksgiving table! Make it a day or two ahead, or freeze it for even longer.
  • Overhead view of a homemade coconut cream pie with a slice removed and set on a plate to the right.

    1 hr, 10 min
    Toasted coconut and creamy custard in a perfectly flaky pie crust topped with pillowy whipped cream: this is all you need to make any day feel like a day at the beach. This toasted coconut cream pie will become a family favorite in no time!
  • Chiffon Pumpkin Pie

    Pumpkin pie lovers, take note! This Pumpkin Chiffon Pie has a gingersnap crust and a light, pudding-like filling. It's a fun and elegant riff on the classic pie, and sure to become a favorite.
  • Pumpkin Snack Cake frosted with cream cheese is set on a table with two plates with pieces of cake to the right.

    45 min
    It’s fall, which means everyone needs a fluffy, light pumpkin cake scented with all those wonderful warming spices like cinnamon, clove, ginger, and nutmeg. Finish it with an easy cream cheese frosting, and dessert is ready!
  • A serving spoon with homemade cream corn inside.

    20 min
    Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Make the most of sweet corn season by serving up this creamed corn at your next backyard BBQ. This dish also freezes beautiful and can be made with frozen corn (hello, Thanksgiving side dish!).

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