Looking to bring something new to the Thanksgiving table this year? Here’s a delicious roundup of fresh takes on classic side dishes yet simple to make, full of flavor, and sure to impress family and friends.
Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms
Start the meal with something special. Barefoot Contessa’s sausage-stuffed mushrooms are rich, hearty, and full of flavor. They take a little time in the oven, so plan ahead. They’re well worth it!
Honey Sriracha Brussel Sprouts
Give your sprouts a spicy-sweet twist! This recipe from Healthy(ish) Appetite uses just five ingredients for a quick, flavorful side that might even win over the sprout skeptics at your table.
Crispy Parmesan Thyme Sweet Potato Stacks
Forget the marshmallows! Half Baked Harvest gives sweet potatoes a savory, elegant upgrade. Crispy edges, creamy centers, and that irresistible touch of Parmesan make this a dish you’ll want to add to your regular rotation.
Best Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes are a Thanksgiving must, but Love and Lemons adds a twist with garlic and a secret ingredient that makes them extra smooth and flavorful. This one’s comfort food at its finest.
Roasted Heirloom Carrots
Beautiful and easy — what more could you want? These colorful carrots from Veggie Society roast to perfection with minimal effort, yet look like they came straight from a gourmet kitchen.
Sourdough Dinner Rolls
If you’ve been experimenting with sourdough, the holidays are the perfect time to show it off. Bake Bread With Amy offers soft, flavorful rolls that pair beautifully with butter or leftover turkey the next day!
Our Favorite Buttery Herb Stuffing
Stuffing is the heart of Thanksgiving dinner, and How Sweet Eats gets it just right with a blend that’s buttery, herby, and full of flavor. Once you try this homemade version, you’ll never go back to the boxed kind.
Cranberry Brie Tarts
Elegant yet easy, these tarts from Half Baked Harvest are the perfect combination of sweet and savory. They look beautiful on the table — and disappear fast, so consider making extra!
Pumpkin Whoopie Pie
Tired of the same old pumpkin pie? Preppy Kitchen’s pumpkin whoopie pies are a fun, nostalgic twist that both kids and adults will love.
Best Vegan Apple Crisp
You don’t have to be vegan to fall in love with this dessert from Minimalist Baker. Warm apples, crispy topping, and just the right amount of sweetness make it the perfect finish to your feast (and no one will miss the butter).
Do you have a favorite Thanksgiving recipe to share? Post a link in the comments!
