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Thanksgiving Recipes

Thanksgiving has always been one of my favorite holidays. From cozy sides to creative mains, here are the recipes I return to every year (and a few new ones I think you'll love). Whether you're hosting the whole family or bringing a dish to Friendsgiving, you'll find everything you need here: from show-stopping mains to easy side dishes, appetizers, and even festive cocktails.

From amazing main dish alternatives like Cranberry Orange Chicken Thighs and Shepherd's Pie with Sweet Potato to easy side dishes such as Roasted Air Fryer Carrots and Red Skinned Mashed Potatoes, you'll definitely find a recipe for all your Thanksgiving needs!

Roasted turkey with herbs on a cutting board.

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Garlic Butter Turkey

If it's your first time making a whole turkey this recipe is easy to follow.

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Thanksgiving Appetizers

Kick off your Thanksgiving feast with these delicious appetizers! From cheesy bites to savory dips, these crowd-pleasing starters will set the tone for a memorable holiday celebration.

Thanksgiving Prep Guide

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    Don't love turkey?

    Try one of these main dishes instead!

    • Short rib ragu pasta on a plate.
      Braised Short Rib Ragu
    • Whole chicken surrounded by baby potatoes and onion in a Dutch oven.
      Oven Roasted Whole Chicken and Potatoes (using your Dutch Oven!)
    • Spiral ham with a glaze.
      Air Fryer Ham with Bourbon Glaze (Juicy & Easy!)
    • Casserole dish full of beef and sweet potato pie.
      Easy Shepherd's Pie with Sweet Potato
    • Chicken with cranberry sauce and brussels sprouts on a plate.
      Cranberry Orange Chicken (Easy Baked Thighs Recipe)
    • Crispy roasted Cornish hens topped with lemon and rosemary, served with Brussels sprouts and roasted sweet potatoes.
      Roasted Spatchcock Cornish Hen Recipe (One Sheet Pan, 30 Minutes)

    Thanksgiving Side Dishes

    Complete your Thanksgiving spread with these mouthwatering sides. From buttery mashed potatoes to roasted veggies, sides are the best part of any Thanksgiving feast!

    Potatoes

    • Mashed potatoes with melted butter on top.
      Instant Pot Red-Skinned Mashed Potatoes
    • A spoon digging into roasted potatoes.
      Garlic Butter Potatoes
    • Crispy brussels sprouts and crispy bacon.
      Maple Brussels Sprouts
    • Mashed potatoes topped with butter slices and fresh thyme.
      Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes
    • Smashed yellow potatoes topped with chopped parsley.
      Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes
    • Mashed sweet potatoes topped with parsley and a piece of butter.
      Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes
    • A bowl of pumpkin soup garnished with thyme.
      Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Soup (Slow Cooker Recipe)
    • Smashed potatoes on a sheet pan.
      Crispy Smashed Fingerling Potatoes
    A spoon scooping into a pan of mac and cheese.

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    Old-Fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese

    No Thanksgiving is complete without creamy mac & cheese!

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    Veggies

    • Rosemary garnished potatoes and carots.
      Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips
    • Cubed butternut squash in a white bowl topped with parsley.
      Crispy Air Fryer Butternut Squash (Easy Fall Side Dish)
    • Salad tongs in a bowl of cold quinoa salad.
      Cranberry Quinoa Salad with Butternut Squash
    • Roasted broccoli on parchment paper.
      Easy Oven Roasted Broccoli (Crispy in 25 Minutes)
    • A white plate filled with roasted carrots garnished with sprigs of fresh thyme, placed on a wooden cutting board.
      Parmesan Roasted Carrots
    • A spinach and sweet potato salad with salad spoons.
      Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Quinoa
    • Crispy brussels sprouts and crispy bacon.
      Maple Brussels Sprouts
    • Acorn squash topped with fresh thyme.
      Air Fryer Acorn Squash
    Apple cider margaritas garnished with rosemary and cinnamon sticks.

    Must-have cocktail

    Thanksgiving Margarita

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    Sarah Hill, food blogger behind Real Food with Sarah, in her kitchen preparing fresh ingredients for a weeknight dinner.

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    Hi, I'm Sarah! I create cozy, reliable dinner recipes for busy weeknights - creamy pastas, chicken dinners, hearty soups, and beef and turkey recipes made with ingredients you can find at any grocery store. Real food that actually tastes good, without spending all night cooking.

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