You won’t find any bland potatoes or dry stuffing here—we prefer our sides with a little char and plenty of garnishes, from fresh herbs to caramelized shallots. Plus, thanks to our streamlined recipes, they’re much easier to whip up than you’d think.
Thanksgiving Soup Recipes
All good things start with soup, so whether you treat these like an appetizer or part of the main event, you can’t go wrong with one of these creamy guys.
Get the recipes for Creamy Butternut Squash Soup, Pumpkin, Carrot, and Coconut Soup with Herby Oil, and Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Cheddar Cheese Crisps.
The Can’t-Miss Thanksgiving Side Dishes
The must-have side dishes for every Thanksgiving gathering.
Get the recipes for Sourdough and Herb Stuffing and Blistered Green Beans with Crispy Shallots
Thanksgiving Potato Side Dishes
You didn’t think we’d forgotten the potatoes? They simply stand on their own. Try them two ways this year. (And while not a potato, we couldn’t pass up the chance to talk about these taste-just-like-crispy-potatoes smashed turnips with Parmesan.)
Get the recipes for Whole Lotta Caramelized Shallots Mashed Potatoes, Bobby Flay’s Pan-Roasted Sweet Potatoes, and Crispy Smashed Parmesan Baby Turnips.
The Classic Thanksgiving Side Dishes
You know, those sides that play a part but they don’t quite stand on their own? The sauces and the gravies and the flaky biscuits to bring everything together.
Get the recipes for Make-Ahead Gravy, Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits, and Bobby Flay’s Cranberry Relish.
Bobby Flay’s Favorite Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Our friend Bobby Flay knows a thing or two about Thanksgiving. These are his must-try dishes.
Get the recipes for Bobby Flay’s Delicata Squash with Pumpkin Spices, Bobby Flay’s Cranberry Relish, and Bobby Flay’s Green Beans with Feta and Marcona Almonds.
A Few More Fan-Favorite Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Still need some more inspiration? Get the recipes for Sweet Potato and Parsnip Gratin, Herbed Cornbread Stuffing, Apple-Cheddar Scones, and Twice Baked Acorn Squash.
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