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18 Thanksgiving Recipes So Good, They’ll Make the Feast Unforgettable

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Planning the perfect Thanksgiving meal has never been easier with this collection of 18 festive recipes. From savory classics like Overnight Turkey and Sausage Stuffing to creamy sides like Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes and Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes, these dishes offer a delicious balance of flavor and tradition. Round out your meal with sweet options like Apple and Pear Pie and Mini Pumpkin Pies for a memorable holiday spread. Designed to impress, these recipes make Thanksgiving a flavorful and unforgettable celebration.

Overnight Turkey

A golden-brown, slow-roasted turkey graces a white platter, garnished with fresh herbs. In the background, a bowl of Brussels sprouts and a dish of mashed potatoes can be seen. The turkey's skin is crispy and shiny, embodying the essence of an overnight roasted masterpiece.
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This slow-roasted turkey is incredibly tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor! Grab a foolproof brine recipe and check out some friendly tips for making the best Thanksgiving turkey ever.

Get The Recipe: Overnight Turkey

Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

A close-up of a creamy, baked dish of make-ahead mashed potatoes with a golden brown top. A serving spoon is scooping out a portion, revealing the smooth texture beneath the crispy surface.
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These Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes are smooth, creamy, and buttery, bursting with rich flavor from Yukon Gold potatoes and real butter. They’re a great way to make any meal feel special, all without the last-minute rush!

Get The Recipe: Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Carrots

Garlic Roasted Carrots on a serving dish
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Forget complicated sides! These Balsamic Garlic Roasted Carrots boast big flavor with minimal effort, making them a dinnertime winner.

Get The Recipe: Roasted Carrots

Mini Pumpkin Pies

Mini Pumpkin Pies stacked on a cooling rack with one cut open to show the filling
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Fall Flavors in Every Bite: Bite-Sized Pumpkin Pies with a Cinnamon Streusel Crown! These adorable mini pies are bursting with the warm spices of fall. Nestled in flaky tart shells, they’re topped with a fabulous cinnamon sugar streusel for a delightful textural contrast.

Get The Recipe: Mini Pumpkin Pies

Sausage Stuffing

A close-up of a baking dish filled with golden-brown stuffing, a quintessential Thanksgiving side. The stuffing consists of chunks of bread, chopped vegetables, and herbs, all mixed together and baked to a crispy texture on top. A spoon is partially submerged in the dish, ready to serve.
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Indulge in our sausage stuffing, where rich flavors and delightful textures come together like a culinary party on your plate! Infused with fresh herbs and tender veggies, this stuffing is the life of the festive meal—don’t let it miss the invite!

Get The Recipe: Sausage Stuffing

Asparagus Casserole

A spoonful of asparagus casserole held above a baking dish, with focus on the creamy mixture of chopped asparagus spears, bacon pieces, melted cheese, and golden breadcrumbs, all captured in sharp detail against a softly blurred background.
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You’re gonna adore our simple Asparagus Casserole recipe, great for any meal. It’s a cheesy, crunchy delight with a hint of elegance.

Get The Recipe: Asparagus Casserole

Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes

A dish of mashed sweet potatoes topped with butter and ground black pepper.
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These mashed sweet potatoes are a flavor explosion! Creamy, smooth, and packed with a delightful buttery taste, they’re the perfect way to elevate any meal.

Get The Recipe: Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Roasted Zucchini

roasted sliced zucchini on a pan
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Two ingredients, endless flavor! This crispy, flavorful side dish is shockingly easy to make – perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort.

Get The Recipe: Roasted Zucchini

Pumpkin Bundt Cake

A bundt cake covered in glossy chocolate glaze, with a slice being lifted out on a spatula. The cake is on a white plate and the glaze appears smooth and rich.
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Treat yourself to this yummy Pumpkin Bundt Cake, drizzled with creamy dulce de leche icing. It’s just perfect for those cozy fall gatherings!

Get The Recipe: Pumpkin Bundt Cake

Honey Glazed Ham

A close-up of a glazed ham being sliced with a serrated knife. The ham has a shiny, caramelized outer layer with a pink, juicy interior. The knife has just cut through a small portion, revealing the tender inside.
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This glazed ham recipe is sweet, tangy, and savory. The ham is scored and baked with a mouth-watering glaze made with brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, mustard, pineapple juice, orange juice, vinegar, garlic, and ground cloves.

Get The Recipe: Glazed Ham

Green Bean Casserole with Bacon

Green bean casserole with bacon being served with a spoon.
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This tasty Green Bean Casserole with Bacon recipe is the ultimate side dish, featuring a creamy sauce and a crunchy topping.

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Apple Turnovers

a platter piled high with apple turnovers drizzled with icing.
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These puff pastry apple turnovers are a delightful blend of apples and cinnamon. These crispy treats are great for breakfast or dessert!

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Bacon Wrapped Sausage Stuffing

Bacon Wrapped Sausage Stuffing with a slice cut out of it showing the stuffing with sausage meat throughout.
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Don’t let leftover stuffing go to waste! This recipe creates a loaf of deliciousness by wrapping juicy sausage in crispy bacon and smothering it in your favorite stuffing. It’s the perfect way to use up leftovers and create a show-stopping dish in minutes.

Get The Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Sausage Stuffing

Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes

A close up photo taken from above of a bowl of Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes with melted butter and chives with a serving spoon.
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Take your mashed potatoes to the next level with this recipe! Buttery potatoes are transformed by the addition of sour cream, adding a touch of tang and a luxuriously creamy texture. It’s a simple twist that delivers a delightful flavor experience.

Get The Recipe: Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes

Apple and Pear Pie

A close-up of a slice of apple pie with a golden-brown lattice crust on a white plate. A gold fork is placed beside the pie, and the filling appears glossy and caramelized.
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This Apple and Pear Slab Pie is a delightful combination of spiced apples and pears nestled in a buttery, flaky crust. With warm cinnamon and nutmeg, it’s the perfect comforting dessert for any occasion! Enjoy a slice today!

Get The Recipe: Apple and Pear Pie

Oven Roasted Cauliflower

roasted cauliflower in a bowl ready to serve with a fork beside it.
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Unlock the versatility of cauliflower with this simple roasting recipe! It creates a mouthwatering side dish that complements any protein, from roasted chicken to grilled fish.

Get The Recipe: Oven Roasted Cauliflower

Turkey Tenderloin

The image shows a succulent turkey tenderloin that has been cooked and sliced, garnished with rosemary and lemon slices, and served with a glistening sauce.
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Whether you choose to make it in the oven or slow cooker, this recipe makes succulent turkey tenderloin that’s bursting with flavor. With a simple brine, a savory sauce, and aromatic herbs, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.

Get The Recipe: Turkey Tenderloin

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

A forkful of cheesy scalloped potatoes.
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This Cheesy Scalloped Potato Recipe is Pure Comfort! Indulge in ultimate comfort food with this recipe for cheesy scalloped potatoes. Layers of creamy potatoes and melty cheese create a decadent dish that’s perfect for any day of the week.

Get The Recipe: Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

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