Easy Thanksgiving Side Dishes

Planning your Thanksgiving menu? We’ve rounded up some of our favorite Thanksgiving side dishes, from fluffy mashed potatoes and classic stuffing to sweet potato casserole, glazed carrots, and cheesy green beans. Whether you’re keeping things traditional or adding something new to the table, there’s plenty here to choose from.

Sweet Potato Casserole with Brandy

Enjoy our twist on this American classic with the addition of brandy.

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Granny’s Boozy Cranberry Sauce

Granny's Boozy Cranberry Sauce is sweet, tart, and jammy with a splash of orange liqueur. An easy make-ahead holiday favorite!

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Apricot Glazed Carrots

Apricot Glazed Carrots are an easy sweet-and-savory side dish made with tender carrots, apricot preserves, butter and cinnamon. Make them in the slow cooker or oven for an easy holiday side dish.

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Cheesy Holiday Mashed Potatoes

Creamy, cheesy mashed potatoes made with French onion dip and cheddar cheese. A family holiday favorite that's easy enough for any night of the week.

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Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Cashew Milk

This incredible sweet side dish is mixed with just 4 ingredients. Cashew milk adds a nutty sweetness. A perfect side dish for Thanksgiving.

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Classic Stuffing

This easy Classic Stuffing is a family favorite made with simple ingredients. Perfect for Thanksgiving or as a side dish any time of year.

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Fluffy Mashed Potatoes

These fluffy mashed potatoes are made with russet potatoes, butter, milk, and salt. Whipped until light and creamy, they're a simple, tried-and-true family recipe that's been passed down for over 30 years.

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Brown Butter & Sage Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Russet mashed potatoes topped with nutty brown butter and crispy sage leaves. This simple, flavorful side dish is perfect for holiday dinners or cozy family meals.

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Maple Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash

Roasting a butternut squash is a sure sign of autumn approaching. It's very versatile, and can be eaten as a side dish or added to soups.

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Cheesy Green Beans

These cheesy green beans are a total hit! They’re baked in the oven and made with just a few simple ingredients. Plus, they’re a great way to use up fresh veggies. And the best part? Even picky eaters will love them!

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🦃 Before You Go…

Need help planning the rest of Thanksgiving dinner? Check out our Thanksgiving Day Plan for menu ideas, prep-ahead suggestions, and a timeline to help get everything on the table without the last-minute scramble.