Thanksgiving Recipes

A well-stocked pantry is key to a smooth Thanksgiving dinner! Whether you are serving soul food style or coordinating a gourmet affair, avoid a last minute grocery runs with this list of essential items.

A smaller gathering for Thanksgiving can be just as special as a large feast! Create a basic menu and follow these tips for an intimate Thanksgiving Dinner to cherish!

Learn how to make easy turkey gravy from scratch! Once you taste this delicious, creamy gravy, you will never go back to the packet again. Using only 3 ingredients, this gravy can be made ahead of time with turkey drippings, broth, or stock and then kept warm in a slow cooker.

Homemade cranberry sauce is such an easy recipe for holiday dinners. Super flexible and made in 30 minutes, this recipe can be adapted to the stovetop or the oven. Upgrade your holiday dinner from canned cranberry sauce to fresh, whole cranberries, spicy cinnamon, a little sugar, and a splash of (optional) bourbon!

Homemade Cornbread Dressing is a must on your Thanksgiving menu. Made from an heirloom recipe, this old-fashioned classic is deliciously seasoned with sage, celery, and onion. This is the soul food recipe you need this holiday season!

Pressure cooker mashed potatoes are the ultimate shortcut to your favorite side dish! This recipe is your answer for mashed potatoes in a hurry! And it can be used for Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi, or other electric pressure cookers. These easy potatoes can be whipped up and served in 30 minutes.

Learning how to make a thanksgiving turkey is a skill! This recipe packs all the flavor and juiciness you’d imagine from a deliciously roasted turkey. This guide will walk you through all the important details, complete with a list of tools, tips, and the perfect recipe!

The best baked mac and cheese recipe I’ve ever made is right here! Made with three different kinds of cheese, this recipe is made completely from scratch and baked in the oven for the ultimate, homemade comfort food. This recipe is so easy to make and without Velveeta! You will never reach for the boxed stuff again!

As the OG of Ambrosia, this recipe is a simple mixture of fruit, crunchy pecans, and delicate coconut flakes. No fluff or marshmallows to be found! Make this ahead for holiday brunch, baby showers, wedding showers, tea parties and any special occasion.

Forget the canned stuff and make this green bean casserole recipe from scratch! With a homemade mushroom sauce and topped with crispy French Fried onions, you can have this dish on the table in under 30 minutes!

Learn how to make the best mashed potatoes with creamy, smooth results every time! This recipe is easy to make a holiday dinner or a weeknight side dish. Variations, make-ahead tips, and the complete recipe (with steps!) are listed below.

A Turkey Cheese Ball Appetizer is simply adorable and the perfect activity to do with your kids, or simply get creative for your next Friendsgiving. It takes only minutes to prepare with a shortcut recipe!

Homemade Cranberry Sauce made with fresh cranberries – spiked with Kentucky Bourbon! An old fashioned recipe gets an upgrade from the canned stuff. You can make this in the oven and have it on your table in 30 minutes. (easy and flexible recipe!)

Whether you are looking to stir up the regular menu with a new side dish or make a classic to take to a family dinner, these easy Thanksgiving side dishes will carry you through the entire holiday season.

Thanksgiving means delicious turkey, sides, and plenty of leftovers. Instead of wasting all of that hard work, transform Thanksgiving leftovers into delicious casseroles, soups, sandwiches, and more with these creative recipes.