26 Thanksgiving Sides That Make Every Bite Feel Like a Feast

You know how Thanksgiving sides can sometimes steal the show? I’ve made a list of 26 mouthwatering dishes that’ll make every bite feel like a mini feast. Whether you’re into classic comfort foods or want to try something with a twist, these recipes have got you covered. Let’s make sure our plates are stacked with all the best flavors this year!

Homemade Cranberry Sauce

Our all time favorite homemade cranberry sauce recipe includes crunchy walnuts and a splash of Grand Marnier.
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Stove Top Candied Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes cooking in a skillet. — Stove Top Candied Sweet Potatoes. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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Sweet potatoes are simmered in butter and brown sugar for a deliciously sweet side dish. Make them for the holidays or your weeknight dinners.
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Quick Broccoli & Cheese Sauce Casserole

A spoon full of cheesy broccoli casserole in a baking dish. — Quick Broccoli & Cheese Sauce Casserole. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This baked, bubbling broccoli and cheddar cheese sauce casserole is a quick and simple side dish made with fresh broccoli — and without soup or rice!
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Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Mascarpone Cheese

Butter on top of a bowl of mashed potatoes. — Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Mascarpone Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

One bite and you’ll agree these are the BEST make ahead mashed potatoes. This creamy side dish can be reheated in the slow cooker.
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Southern Old Fashioned Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

A spoon scooping out creamy mac and cheese from a black bowl. — Southern Old Fashioned Macaroni And Cheese Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Old Fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese from Poole’s Diner is a classic with a creamy base and crusty cheese on top. Comfort food at its BEST.
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Layered Apple And Sweet Potato Casserole

A close-up of a freshly baked apple crumble pie in a white dish, with a golden-brown crumb topping—perfect for Thanksgiving Apple Desserts. Whole apples and a towel are in the background. — Layered Apple And Sweet Potato Casserole. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Apples and sweet potato casserole is a simple, comforting side dish that’s easy to make, with the perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors.
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Broccoli Salad With Cranberries And A Honey Yogurt Dressing

A bowl of broccoli salad on a serving tray. — Broccoli Salad With Cranberries And A Honey Yogurt Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

You’re going to love this healthy broccoli salad served with a yogurt dressing that’s sweetened with honey. An old fashioned salad you’ll love.
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Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole Recipe

A spoon taking out a serving of cauliflower casserole. — Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This cheesy cauliflower casserole is fast and easy to make. With sharp white cheddar and smoked paprika, it’s ooey gooey cheesy goodness!
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Super Creamy Skillet Creamed Corn

A skillet filled with creamy, cooked corn kernels being stirred by a wooden spoon. The creamed corn appears to be seasoned and mixed with a rich, creamy substance, creating a luscious texture. The background is a grayish cooking surface. — Super Creamy Skillet Creamed Corn. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Rich, buttery Creamed Corn gets a homemade makeover with just four simple ingredients and 10 minutes on the stove.
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Sweet Potato Casserole With Tart Peaches

A Spoon full of sweet potato casserole. — Sweet Potato Casserole With Tart Peaches. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Full of flavor and perfect for making ahead, this homemade sweet potato casserole gets a tart summer twist with the addition of ripe peaches.
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Green Beans And New Potato Salad With Honey Vinaigrette

A platter of green bean and potato salad. — Green Beans And New Potato Salad With Honey Vinaigrette. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Full of fresh summer flavors, this cold green bean salad recipe adds in tender new potatoes for a refreshing take on a classic summer meal.
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Savory Butternut Squash Casserole With Bacon

A spoon full of butternut squash casserole. — Savory Butternut Squash Casserole With Bacon. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This comforting savoury butternut squash bake (or casserole) combines choppedbacon and sliced mushrooms with a buttery crumble topping.
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Crispy Hot Water Cornbread Recipe

A rack of hot water cornbread with butter and honey. — Crispy Hot Water Cornbread Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This heavenly hot water cornbread recipe has the creamiest texture with a perfectly crisp exterior. An easy pantry staple favorite.
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Cranberry Sauce With Grapes

Cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving is a slightly sweet but tart cranberry dish that changes up your traditional sauce perfectly.
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Cheesy Corn Casserole With Cream Cheese And Ham

A serving spoon in a corn casserole. — Cheesy Corn Casserole With Cream Cheese And Ham. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This ultra cheesy corn casserole with cream cheese and ham will be your new favorite side dish! Creamy, cheesy, and so much flavor!
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Southern Style Baked Mac And Cheese With Pimentos

Two plates of pimento mac and cheese. — Southern Style Baked Mac And Cheese With Pimentos. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Pimento mac and cheese is an easy, baked pasta dish made with zesty pimentos in a creamy cheese sauce, topped with even more golden cheddar.
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Butternut Squash Casserole With Wild Rice

A serving of butternut squash casserole. — Butternut Squash Casserole With Wild Rice. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Butternut squash casserole is a comfort food dish that includes flavorful wild rice and a crunchy parmesan topping baked together in a creamy sauce.
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Old Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes And Ham

A serving spoon removing some potato and ham casserole. — Old Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes And Ham. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Scalloped potatoes and ham is a comforting casserole of potatoes and tasty chunks of ham in a creamy white sauce under a layer of gooey gruyere.
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Sweet Potato Casserole With Homemade Marshmallow Topping

A spoon full of marshmallow topped sweet potato casserole. — Sweet Potato Casserole With Homemade Marshmallow Topping. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

No mini marshmallows! Recreate the classic sweet potato casserole by adding a homemade marshmallow meringue topping.
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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes Casserole With Gruyere

A baking dish of homemade scalloped potatoes. — Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes Casserole With Gruyere. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This side dish casserole for cheesy scalloped potatoes is made with thinly sliced Yukon gold potatoes and fresh garlic, milk and cream, plus gruyere cheese.
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Creamy Green Bean Casserole Without Canned Soup

A serving spoon in a green bean casserole made from scratch, — Creamy Green Bean Casserole Without Canned Soup. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Follow these steps at home to make this creamy casserole with fresh green beans. No canned mushroom soup here! A homemade cream sauce is used.
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Grilled Corn Salad With Blueberries

A clear glass bowl of corn salad with blueberries. — Grilled Corn Salad With Blueberries. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

You’ll love this Grilled Corn Salad with Blueberries with a little cumin, onions and cilantro to give this a savory twist.
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Cranberry Sauce With Port And Figs, A Little Sweet & Tart

Cranberry sauce in a bowl with fresh cranberries — Cranberry Sauce With Port And Figs, A Little Sweet & Tart. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Cranberry Sauce with port and figs will be the star of your holiday meal as it’s both sweet and tart and a little decadent!
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Roasted Balsamic Asparagus And Mushrooms

A platter of asparagus with mushrooms next to a container of balsamic vinegar — Roasted Balsamic Asparagus And Mushrooms. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Balsamic roasted asparagus and mushrooms is a great way to enjoy fresh produce. Roasting brings out so much flavor and it’s quick and EASY.
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Squash Casserole Recipe

A scoop of a squash casserole. — Squash Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This baked summer squash pasta casserole recipe is prepared in a creamy spicy sauce and is a great way to feature squash or zucchini.
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Creamiest, Cheesiest, Slow Cooker Mac And Cheese Recipe

My slow cooker mac and cheese recipe uses all the best things in life: butter, Velveeta, half and half, and cheddar cheese. Only 20 min. prep.
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These 26 Thanksgiving sides are so delicious that every bite will have you feeling like you’re enjoying a feast! From comforting classics to creative new dishes, these sides will make your holiday meal and leave everyone asking for the recipes! If you need a cake to serve try one of these amazing cake recipes.

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