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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    Friendsgiving Is Not Real Until These 30 Recipes Hit the Table

    Published: Nov 23, 2025 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Planning our fall hangouts never feels real until Friendsgiving starts coming together and these amazing dishes show up. I swear the moment the recipes start to hit the group chat, it’s like the vibe shifts and we know the table is about to be the coziest place on earth. It isn’t complete until everyone brings something they love, even if it’s just a twist on an old favorite. And trust me, once all of this lands, the night truly isn’t the same until the feast is set.

    The Candied Yams That Make Friendsgiving Feel Official

    A bowl filled with southern candied yams and sweet potatoes in a thick, caramelized sauce, sitting on a light blue surface with a gray cloth in the background.
    The Candied Yams That Make Friendsgiving Feel Official. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    Friendsgiving isn’t complete without candied yams—tender, spiced, and coated in a buttery glaze that brings warm, nostalgic sweetness to the table.
    Get the Recipe: The Candied Yams That Make Friendsgiving Feel Official

    Charred Skillet Corn That Brings Big Flavor to Friendsgiving

    Cooked corn in a skillet with a wooden spoon.
    Charred Skillet Corn That Brings Big Flavor to Friendsgiving. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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    Smoky charred corn brings golden, caramelized flavor to your Friendsgiving spread, adding a simple, crowd-pleasing side everyone reaches for.
    Get the Recipe: Charred Skillet Corn That Brings Big Flavor to Friendsgiving

    Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Every Friendsgiving Table Needs

    A serving spoon removing some potato and ham casserole.
    Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Every Friendsgiving Table Needs. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Scalloped potatoes with ham deliver creamy layers of comfort, making this hearty bake a Friendsgiving favorite for feeding hungry friends.
    Get the Recipe: Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Every Friendsgiving Table Needs

    A Slow Cooker Cranberry Sauce That Defines Friendsgiving

    A Slow Cooker Cranberry Sauce That Defines Friendsgiving. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Slow cooker cranberry sauce keeps Friendsgiving stress-free, offering a hands-off, simmered-slow flavor that rounds out the holiday feast.
    Get the Recipe: A Slow Cooker Cranberry Sauce That Defines Friendsgiving

    Loaded Mashed Potatoes Made for Your Friendsgiving Spread

    A serving spoon in a bowl of microwaved mashed potatoes.
    Loaded Mashed Potatoes Made for Your Friendsgiving Spread. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Crispy smashed potatoes bring crunchy edges and fluffy centers to your Friendsgiving lineup—simple, herby, and always a hit.
    Get the Recipe: Loaded Mashed Potatoes Made for Your Friendsgiving Spread

    Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes That Always Win at Friendsgiving

    oven roasted potatoes in a baking dish.
    Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes That Always Win at Friendsgiving. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Oven-roasted potatoes with golden, caramelized edges add classic comfort to Friendsgiving, pairing effortlessly with every dish on the table.
    Get the Recipe: Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes That Always Win at Friendsgiving

    Honey Hasselback Sweet Potatoes Perfect for Friendsgiving Night

    Hasselback sweet potatoes on a black platter with honey on the side.
    Honey Hasselback Sweet Potatoes Perfect for Friendsgiving Night. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Hasselback sweet potatoes with honey, pecans, and warm spices make a show-stopping Friendsgiving side that tastes as festive as it looks.
    Get the Recipe: Honey Hasselback Sweet Potatoes Perfect for Friendsgiving Night

    Ultra-Crispy Roasted Potatoes That Anchor Any Friendsgiving Menu

    A skillet of crunchy potatoes with a serving spoon.
    Ultra-Crispy Roasted Potatoes That Anchor Any Friendsgiving Menu. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Extra-crunchy roasted potatoes bring irresistible texture and savory flavor, making them a Friendsgiving essential everyone fights over.
    Get the Recipe: Ultra-Crispy Roasted Potatoes That Anchor Any Friendsgiving Menu

    Crispy Fried Onions Made to Elevate Your Friendsgiving Sides

    Golden onions on a white platter.
    Crispy Fried Onions Made to Elevate Your Friendsgiving Sides. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Crispy fried onions add golden crunch to your Friendsgiving table—perfect for topping casseroles or adding texture to savory sides.
    Get the Recipe: Crispy Fried Onions Made to Elevate Your Friendsgiving Sides

    The Hashbrown Casserole Friendsgiving Guests Always Request

    A spoon full of hashbrown casserole.
    The Hashbrown Casserole Friendsgiving Guests Always Request. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    A cheesy hashbrown casserole brings creamy comfort to Friendsgiving, offering a cozy, crowd-pleasing bake that works for any meal of the day.
    Get the Recipe: The Hashbrown Casserole Friendsgiving Guests Always Request

    A Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Bake Built for Friendsgiving

    A spoon dipping out a portion of sweet potato casserole with marshmallow topping.
    A Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Bake Built for Friendsgiving. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Sweet potato casserole with gooey marshmallows brings nostalgic charm to Friendsgiving, offering the ultimate blend of creamy sweetness and holiday comfort.
    Get the Recipe: A Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Bake Built for Friendsgiving

    Southern Cornbread Dressing That Brings Friendsgiving Together

    A homemade cornbread stuffing.
    Southern Cornbread Dressing That Brings Friendsgiving Together. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Southern cornbread dressing adds hearty, savory flavor to Friendsgiving, delivering that classic, golden-baked side no celebration should go without.
    Get the Recipe: Southern Cornbread Dressing That Brings Friendsgiving Together

    Savory Bread Pudding That Adds Comfort to the Friendsgiving Table

    A spoon scooping out a serving of savory bread pudding.
    Savory Bread Pudding That Adds Comfort to the Friendsgiving Table. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Savory bread pudding transforms simple ingredients into a rich, custardy bake that adds warm, satisfying comfort to any Friendsgiving spread.
    Get the Recipe: Savory Bread Pudding That Adds Comfort to the Friendsgiving Table

    Classic Candied Sweet Potatoes That Complete a Friendsgiving Feast

    Classic Candied Sweet Potatoes That Complete a Friendsgiving Feast. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Candied sweet potatoes bring rich, buttery caramelization to Friendsgiving, offering a Southern side dish filled with tradition and holiday sweetness.
    Get the Recipe: Classic Candied Sweet Potatoes That Complete a Friendsgiving Feast

    Creamy Skillet Corn That Belongs on Every Friendsgiving Menu

    Creamy Skillet Corn That Belongs on Every Friendsgiving Menu. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Creamed corn brings silky, buttery richness to Friendsgiving, creating a simple yet indulgent side that complements the whole feast.
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Skillet Corn That Belongs on Every Friendsgiving Menu

    A Peachy Sweet Potato Casserole That Brightens Friendsgiving

    A Peachy Sweet Potato Casserole That Brightens Friendsgiving. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Sweet potato casserole with peaches adds a fruity twist to Friendsgiving, blending creamy sweetness with buttery crumble for a cozy, standout side.
    Get the Recipe: A Peachy Sweet Potato Casserole That Brightens Friendsgiving

    Make-Ahead Cranberry Chutney Perfect for Friendsgiving Hosting

    Make-Ahead Cranberry Chutney Perfect for Friendsgiving Hosting. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Cranberry chutney brings sweet-tart brightness and warm spice to Friendsgiving, offering a festive upgrade to classic cranberry sauce.
    Get the Recipe: Make-Ahead Cranberry Chutney Perfect for Friendsgiving Hosting

    Southern Baked Beans That Bring Heartiness to Friendsgiving

    Southern Baked Beans That Bring Heartiness to Friendsgiving. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Sweet and smoky baked beans add hearty depth to Friendsgiving, making them the perfect slow-cooked side for barbecue-style holiday spreads.
    Get the Recipe: Southern Baked Beans That Bring Heartiness to Friendsgiving

    Green Beans with Bacon Made for a Cozy Friendsgiving Meal

    Green Beans with Bacon Made for a Cozy Friendsgiving Meal. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Green beans with bacon and onions bring savory, smoky flavor to Friendsgiving, adding a classic Southern side that balances the whole menu.
    Get the Recipe: Green Beans with Bacon Made for a Cozy Friendsgiving Meal

    Sweet Potato Pudding That Adds Warmth to Friendsgiving

    Sweet Potato Pudding That Adds Warmth to Friendsgiving. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Sweet potato pudding offers a warm, spiced, comforting bake that brings a nostalgic Southern touch to your Friendsgiving table.
    Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Pudding That Adds Warmth to Friendsgiving

    A Roasted Cauliflower Salad that Balances the Friendsgiving Spread

    A Roasted Cauliflower Salad that Balances the Friendsgiving Spread. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Roasted cauliflower spinach and pomegranate salad adds color and freshness to Friendsgiving, delivering a vibrant balance to rich holiday dishes.
    Get the Recipe: A Roasted Cauliflower Salad that Balances the Friendsgiving Spread

    Cornbread Pudding Casserole Friendsgiving Isn’t Complete Without

    Cornbread Pudding Casserole Friendsgiving Isn’t Complete Without. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Cornbread corn pudding brings creamy, spoonable comfort to Friendsgiving, combining sweet corn and tender cornbread in one cozy casserole.
    Get the Recipe: Cornbread Pudding Casserole Friendsgiving Isn’t Complete Without

    Wild Rice with Roasted Grapes for an Elevated Friendsgiving Side

    Wild Rice with Roasted Grapes for an Elevated Friendsgiving Side. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Wild rice with roasted grapes adds a savory-sweet, elegant touch to Friendsgiving, offering nutty flavor paired with caramelized fruit.
    Get the Recipe: Wild Rice with Roasted Grapes for an Elevated Friendsgiving Side

    Crispy Crushed New Potatoes Made for Sharing at Friendsgiving

    Crispy Crushed New Potatoes Made for Sharing at Friendsgiving. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Crispy smashed new potatoes bring crackly edges and fluffy centers to Friendsgiving—simple, addictive, and endlessly sharable.
    Get the Recipe: Crispy Crushed New Potatoes Made for Sharing at Friendsgiving

    Southern Fried Apples That Add Comfort to Friendsgiving Plates

    Southern Fried Apples That Add Comfort to Friendsgiving Plates. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Southern fried apples add buttery sweetness and warm spices to Friendsgiving, perfect as a cozy side or dessert-style treat.
    Get the Recipe: Southern Fried Apples That Add Comfort to Friendsgiving Plates

    Black-Eyed Peas and Greens to Round Out a Friendsgiving Feast

    Black-Eyed Peas and Greens to Round Out a Friendsgiving Feast. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Black-eyed peas with greens bring slow-simmered Southern comfort to Friendsgiving, offering hearty flavor that feels like home.
    Get the Recipe: Black-Eyed Peas and Greens to Round Out a Friendsgiving Feast

    Mexican Cornbread That Brings Bold Flavor to Friendsgiving

    Mexican Cornbread That Brings Bold Flavor to Friendsgiving. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Mexican cornbread brings heat, cheese, and bold flavor to Friendsgiving, making it the perfect side for chili, soups, or hearty fall dishes.
    Get the Recipe: Mexican Cornbread That Brings Bold Flavor to Friendsgiving

    Old-Fashioned Mac and Cheese Made for Friendsgiving Comfort

    Old-Fashioned Mac and Cheese Made for Friendsgiving Comfort. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Ultra-creamy macaroni and cheese, inspired by restaurant comfort classics, adds rich, indulgent flavor to any Friendsgiving table.
    Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Mac and Cheese Made for Friendsgiving Comfort

    Butternut Squash Casserole That Brings Autumn to Friendsgiving

    Butternut Squash Casserole That Brings Autumn to Friendsgiving. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Butternut squash casserole with bacon, mushrooms, and a walnut crumble brings savory fall richness to Friendsgiving—warm, cozy, and impossible to resist.
    Get the Recipe: Butternut Squash Casserole That Brings Autumn to Friendsgiving

    Stuffed Acorn Squash That Makes Friendsgiving Feel Special

    Stuffed Acorn Squash That Makes Friendsgiving Feel Special. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Stuffed acorn squash brings roasted sweetness and hearty fillings to Friendsgiving, creating a wholesome, autumn-perfect side or main dish.
    Get the Recipe: Stuffed Acorn Squash That Makes Friendsgiving Feel Special

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