Thanksgiving Recipes You Don’t Want to Miss
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A growing list of the tastiest Thanksgiving recipes the internet has to offer! From traditional sweet potatoes, tasty desserts, classic entrees, and unique cocktails, this list has it all!
As the name implies, we complied a pretty large list of Thanksgiving recipes you have to try.
Before we get started, this round-up isn’t just your Grandma’s favorite recipes.
We’ve included cocktails and desserts, so you’re bound to find something you love on this list. Now, enough chic-chat, let’s get to the food!
When you’re done looking at this list, check out game day dip recipes or our Memorial Day recipes for ideas for your next big game party!
Thanksgiving Drinks and Cocktails
Every Thanksgiving table needs a drink of some sort. Here are our favorite options for grown-up and kid-friendly drinks that everyone will enjoy!
Bourbon Smash
Our bourbon smash combines bourbon, fresh mint, and lemon juice to create a delicious cocktail that's perfect for your next dinner party!
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Mock Cranberry Cocktail
Love the idea of entertaining but don't care for alcohol? Then try our mock cranberry cocktail recipe. It's the perfect holiday mocktail everyone can enjoy!
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Pumpkin Spice White Russian
Vanilla vodka and pumpkin spice creamer are the stars in our pumpkin spice white Russian. The traditional cocktail is now infused with Fall flavors!
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Iced Tea
Instant Pot Iced Tea is a cinch to make, incredibly smooth, and almost completely hands-off.
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Instant Pot Pumpkin Spice Latte
Treat yourself to the flavors of Fall with our pumpkin spice latte recipe made in a pressure cooker. There's no better way to start your day!
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Vodka Cranberry Cocktail
A simple vodka cranberry cocktail perfectly balanced to quench your thirst for a sweet, yet tart beverage. Vodka blended with a simple syrup, cranberry juice and a touch of lime is all you need.
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Coffee with Kahlua
Coffee with Kahlua is a warm and creamy coffee drink made with your favorite creamer and Kahlua Coffee Liqueur. It's completely customizable and the perfect drink to enjoy on a chilly day wrapped up in your favorite blanket.
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Pecan Pie Martini
A festive, simple pecan pie martini made with a blend of seasonal vodkas and Irish cream liqueur. It's sure to be a hit at your next holiday party.
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Frangelico Coffee
Frangelico Coffee is hot, freshly brewed coffee mixed with Frangelico, Irish cream liqueur, and Kahlua. It's great for a warm, boozy afternoon drink.
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Pumpkin Martini
Our Pumpkin Martini is the perfect fall cocktail made with whipped cream vodka, pumpkin spice Irish cream liqueur, and pumpkin purée. Enjoy hints of pumpkin pie spice as you sip on this decadent martini recipe that's sure to be a hit at Thanksgiving dinners.
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Apple Cider Mimosas
Our apple cider mimosas feature champagne, apple cider, and caramel vodka. Make them individually or in a pitcher for a party!
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Apple Cider Sangria
Just in time for Fall, our simple apple sangria recipe! It's features crisp apples combined with white wine, apple cider, and our favorite vodka.
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Thanksgiving Appetizers and Starters
Our family loves to snack on finger foods and snacks while the main meal is cooking. Here are some of our favorites!
Easy Deviled Eggs
Our easy deviled eggs are a quick finger food with a smooth and creamy filling paired with bits of sweet onion and crunchy dill pickle cradled in half a boiled egg.
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Ham and Cream Cheese Pinwheels
Quick, simple and so delicious! This ham cream cheese pinwheels appetizer features flavored cream cheese, deli ham, and pickled jalapenos.
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Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Our crab stuffed mushrooms recipe features velvety mushrooms filled with a savory crab, onion, and green pepper filling. They cook to a perfect golden brown in 25 minutes.
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Jalapeño Cheese Ball
Our savory jalapeno cheese ball is loaded with fresh jalapenos, cheddar, Monterey Jack and cream cheeses, and chopped pecans!
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Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are the perfect party appetizer. Poppable, bite sized mushrooms are deliciously stuffed with savory Italian sausage in a creamy cheese filling. Serve a batch for the holidays or make them as an appetizer before dinner. They’re a real crowd pleaser.
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Classic Bruschetta with Parmesan Cheese
Classic Bruschetta with Parmesan Cheese is an easy bruschetta recipe that combines tomatoes, onions, garlic, basil, and olive oil topped off with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese for a vibrant flavor experience.
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Jalapeño Popper Rolls
These jalapeno popper rolls have all the flavors of your favorite spicy appetizer! Fresh baked and ready to eat in 30-minutes or less.
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Crockpot BBQ Meatballs
Crockpot BBQ Meatballs are an easy appetizer recipe that takes 5 minutes to prep and only has 3 ingredients. Super simple and full of flavor!
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Thanksgiving Entrees and Main Dishes
Thanksgiving entrees are fairly traditional. We’ve decided to toss in some meal ideas for that leftover turkey and ham, too. Just in case!
Oven Roasted Turkey
This method for Roast Turkey shows you exactly how to make an oven-roasted turkey using simple steps and simple ingredients. Prepare roasted turkey for your holiday meals, or as a weeknight treat that will yield plenty of leftovers!
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Oven Baked Glazed Ham
Who doesn't love a great Easter ham with a brown sugar glaze? Our simple glazed ham recipe only uses four ingredients to create a delicious holiday ham!
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Leftover Turkey Salad
Wondering what to do with the leftover Thanksgiving turkey? Try our turkey salad recipe featuring tangy Dijon mustard, mayo, and crunchy celery and onions!
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Thanksgiving Sliders
Give yourself a break this holiday and use all those delicious dishes to create Thanksgiving sliders that everyone can enjoy!
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Ham Flatbread
Our ham flatbread recipe combines the flavors of cured ham, sweet colorful peppers, creamy ranch dressing and rich mozzarella cheese.
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One Pot Ham and Beans
A delicious ham and beans recipe that’s as simple as the name implies. Pinto beans simmered in a flavorful broth to create a dish that everyone will love!
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Thanksgiving Side Dishes
This is probably the largest and most diverse category of recipes. Thanksgiving side dish recipes ranges from mac and cheese and brussel sprouts to stuffing and mashed potatoes. We have tons and tons of recipes to choose from!
Fresh Green Bean Casserole
Have you ever wanted to make a fresh green bean casserole? Well now you can using our simple recipe. A fresh side everyone will love in less than an hour!
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Onion Soup Potatoes
Simple to make and scrumptious to eat, these Onion Soup Potatoes are your new weeknight side dish staple! Using just four ingredients and only one pan, this recipe is as deceptively easy as it is deliciously filling.
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Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
A sweet and savory shaved brussel sprout salad made with fresh ingredients and a homemade lemon-honey vinaigrette.
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Baked Sweet Potatoes
These Baked Sweet Potatoes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, served with a deliciously whipped cinnamon butter. A sweet alternative to a traditional side dish of baked potatoes, this recipe is definitely one to add to your holiday arsenal!
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Roasted Brussel Sprouts – Lightly drizzled in olive oil and seasoned with a touch of salt and pepper, this base recipe is perfect to customize while teaching you how to get the perfect brussel sprouts every time.
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Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Our Instant Pot mashed sweet potatoes combine sweet and savory flavors to create a tasty side dish that's perfect for the holidays!
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Three Cheese Mac and Cheese
Our 3 cheese mac and cheese is a cheesy, comforting side dish. It's loaded with Gouda, cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheeses!
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Cornbread Muffins
Delicious homemade cornbread muffins are easy to prepare. All it takes is a little know how and a simple recipe with easy to follow directions.
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Sage Stuffing
This Sage Stuffing is made with fresh white bread, herbs, and the unique addition of hard-boiled eggs and is perfect for the holidays!
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Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes
Who says you can't make sweet potatoes in a pressure cooker? Try our Instant Pot sweet potatoes recipe to have perfectly cooked taters in less than an hour!
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Garlic Mashed Potatoes
A quick, simple garlic mashed potatoes recipe loaded with butter, garlic, and rich heavy cream. It's the perfect, comforting side dish for any entree.
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Easy Macaroni and Cheese
Looking for a quick and easy macaroni and cheese recipe? Our version uses a mixture of shredded cheddar and Gouda to create a delicious cheesy pasta dish!
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Oven Baked Ranch Potatoes
Looking for a simple side dish for tonight’s dinner? Then try our 4-ingredient oven baked ranch potatoes. Golden potatoes seasoned with a blend of spices!
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Maple Glazed Carrots
Maple Glazed Carrots are a must for this year's Thanksgiving table. They are lightly sweetened and perfectly balanced to complement a savory main dish.
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Orange Cranberry Sauce
This orange cranberry sauce is a twist on the traditional holiday favorite. It’s full of fresh, tart cranberries, and sweet orange juice.
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Instant Pot Brussels Sprouts
Tender sprouts with a quick butter topping. Try our fast and simple Instant Pot Brussel sprouts recipe that only takes 12 minutes from start to finish!
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Cornbread Dressing
This easy cornbread dressing recipe is a must-have for holiday gatherings! It combines the sweet flavor of cornbread with the texture of French bread for the perfect balance, creating a savory, comforting side dish to pair with your favorite holiday entrees.
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Brioche Rolls
These homemade Brioche Rolls are soft and airy, but dense enough to hold up to any hamburger or sandwich. They're easy-to-make, so much better than store-bought, and have the best buttery, subtly sweet flavor.
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Crockpot Baked Potatoes
There really is nothing the Crock Pot can’t do, and these Crock Pot Baked Potatoes are no exception.
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Crockpot Baked Potatoes
There really is nothing the Crock Pot can’t do, and these Crock Pot Baked Potatoes are no exception.
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Homemade Yeast Rolls
Our homemade yeast rolls are just like the one's Grandma used to make. Warm, tender dinner rolls topped with melted butter. Serve them as-is or with honey!
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Corn Casserole
Corn casserole made with creamed corn, corn muffin mix and a few other inexpensive ingredients make a fluffy, sweet, and buttery casserole you’ll be craving over and over again.
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Sausage Stuffing
This Thanksgiving try our homemade sausage stuffing made with Italian sausage, crusty French bread, and variety of savory spices!
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Thanksgiving Desserts
Thanksgiving dessert recipes might just be my favorite part of Thanksgiving dinner. Whether it’s blueberry pie, pumpkin ice cream (not traditional but tasty anyway!), or a simple banana bread, you really can go wrong saving a tiny bit of room for dessert.
Pumpkin Cake
Our Pumpkin Cake is a moist pumpkin spiced cake topped with a decadent butter and cream cheese frosting! It's so easy to prepare, and doesn't last long.
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Pumpkin Roll
This classic Pumpkin Roll is a fall favorite! It's made with a moist pumpkin cake rolled up with a tangy cream cheese frosting.
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Apple Pie
This granny smith apple pie recipe features a golden, flaky crust and a deliciously spiced filling. Follow our easy, step-by-step guide to create this classic dessert with tart granny smith apples any time of year.
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Buttermilk Pie
A quick and easy buttermilk pie. It's an old fashioned recipe, made from scratch, using simple ingredients. The hardest part is waiting for it to cool!
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Easy Pecan Pie
Our easy pecan pie recipe shows you how to create this Southern staple in just five simple steps. All the flavor of Grandma's pecan pie without the hassle!
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are rich and creamy. The perfect combination of sweet pumpkin, spices, and creamy cheesecake all on a shortbread crust and served in bars that fit right in your hand.
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Orange Cranberry Bread
This Cranberry Orange Bread is incredibly moist, deliciously dense, loaded with orange flavor and juicy cranberries, and finished with a sweet orange glaze. Just 15 minutes to prep!
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Cinnamon Rolls
Homemade Cinnamon Rolls are baked to soft, fluffy, golden-brown perfection, layered with brown sugar and cinnamon, then drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze.
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Pumpkin Cheesecake
Rich, creamy, full of pumpkin flavor and baked on a graham cracker crust, this Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe makes the perfect ending to any meal.
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Chocolate Lasagna
Celebrate Thanksgiving with this fun chocolate lasagna. It’s simple to prepare and impossible to resist! Made with layers of tangy cream cheese mixed with fluffy whipped topping, and of course that classic chocolate pudding, this simple treat will delight all holiday season long.
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Spiced Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream
Spiced cupcakes with maple buttercream are a wonderfully sweet dessert filled with the warm flavors of Fall. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger mix perfectly with the subtle flavor of maple.
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Cranberry Fluff
A classic holiday dessert with a tangy twist. Our cranberry fluff is made with fresh cranberries, mini marshmallows, and whipped topping!
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Blueberry Pie
Nothing beats a slice of homemade blueberry pie. Our blueberry pie recipe has all the flavor of a homemade dessert but takes half the time to prepare.
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