The Ultimate Guide To Thanksgiving Recipes
If you love all things cozy, comforting, and delicious, then Thanksgiving is the holiday that truly captures it all.
It is a once-a-year experience that brings everyone together around the table, sharing laughter, gratitude, and the best food of the season.
The day transforms into a feast of flavors and warmth, and you can’t help but feel the joy and connection that comes with every bite.
While Thanksgiving is about family and tradition, it is also a celebration of taste.
The table is full of holiday favorites for everyone to enjoy, from golden roast turkey and creamy mashed potatoes to perfectly seasoned stuffing, buttery rolls, and desserts that steal the show.
Plan to set aside time for prepping your Thanksgiving appetizers, crafting a beautiful grazing board, and baking those irresistible pies that make the kitchen smell like pure happiness.
It can be busy and a little chaotic, especially when the timer goes off and guests start arriving.
But let me assure you, Thanksgiving is one of the most rewarding times to cook and celebrate.
Despite the rush and dishes, the moment everyone sits down to enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner is pure magic.
All the delicious recipes, the laughter, and the love truly make it the most heartwarming feast of the year.
Thanksgiving Recipes
Apple Crisp with Oat Topping
If you want an easy and cozy fall dessert, you need to try this apple crisp with oat topping.
The apples are baked until tender, covered with a buttery oat crumble, and topped off with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the perfect finish.
Fried Apple Rings
These fried apple rings have a sweet cinnamon batter and a crispy golden coating that makes them absolutely irresistible.
They’re so flavorful and comforting, and you can easily make them ahead of time for a quick, crowd-pleasing treat.
Easy Roast Turkey
This recipe requires just a few simple ingredients, how amazing is that?
This easy roast turkey with herb butter is juicy, flavorful, and perfect for your Thanksgiving table. You can prep it a day ahead to make your holiday cooking so much easier.
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Thanksgiving dinner is not complete without some delicious roasted garlic mashed potatoes.
This recipe is rich, buttery, and perfectly creamy with just the right amount of garlicky flavor. It’s the ultimate comfort side dish everyone will love.
Grandma’s Classic Stuffing
I have to admit. I’m usually not the biggest fan of stuffing, but this recipe looks too good not to try.
It’s made with baked bread, tender sausage, crunchy veggies, and flavorful herbs all mixed together and baked until golden brown.
Just reading about it makes my mouth water!
Creamy Green Bean Casserole from Scratch
Who doesn’t love a good green bean casserole? If you usually make yours with canned soup, try this homemade version instead.
It’s creamy, flavorful, and made completely from scratch with fresh veggies and a rich, buttery gravy.
You can even make it ahead of time for an easy Thanksgiving prep!
Turkey Cranberry Sliders
This one is for after Thanksgiving when you have a ton of leftovers. Make use of the leftover turkey and make these amazing turkey cranberry sliders. This includes turkey, cheese, and delicious cranberry sauce all layered on soft Hawaiian rolls brushed with buttery poppy seed glaze.
Broccoli and Cheese Casserole
This is another super simple yet tasty Thanksgiving side dish recipe.
You’ll just need to mix broccoli, rice, and cheese in a creamy sauce, then top it with a crunchy layer and bake for about 30 minutes.
This will definitely be a popular side dish at your Thanksgiving dinner.
Gooey Bourbon Pecan Pie Brownies
You know what? Pecan pie brownies are a Thanksgiving treat that you just can’t skip.
The fudgy chocolate base paired with gooey pecan pie topping is absolute perfection.
With a hint of bourbon and toasted pecans, you’ve got yourself the ultimate holiday dessert.
Healthy Baked Mac and Cheese
Ooh, mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food! It’s creamy, cheesy, and brings back all the childhood memories. This healthy baked mac and cheese is on the top of my list; it’s classic and oh-so-delicious.
I also recommend trying the cottage cheese mac and cheese, which adds extra creaminess without all the heaviness.
The lightened-up baked version is perfect if you want something cozy yet a little healthier.
And if you’re feeling creative, try topping it with almond meal instead of breadcrumbs—it adds the perfect crunch.
Nothing quite beats a warm bowl of cheesy mac and cheese.
Butterflake Rolls
You can’t talk about Thanksgiving without giving a nod to dinner rolls. I love how they add that soft, buttery touch to any meal. One of my favorites is Butterflake Rolls, which are light, fluffy, and perfectly flaky.
For those who love a bit of tradition, these rolls are a must-have on the holiday table.
I enjoy how they pull apart so easily, revealing those warm, buttery layers inside.
And let’s not forget that they pair beautifully with everythin (turkey to cranberry sauce).
Pineapple-Glazed Ham
I am a huge fan of baked ham. It’s flavorful, juicy, and insanely easy to make for any occasion.
This pineapple-glazed ham includes a sweet brown sugar glaze with pineapple rings that caramelize beautifully in the oven.
It’s a show-stopping main dish that everyone will love!
Baked Creamed Corn Casserole
Every Thanksgiving table needs to have a corn dish and this baked creamed corn casserole is just what you need for the holidays.
It’s made with sweet corn, cream, and butter, then baked to perfection for that rich, cozy flavor everyone will love.
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