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Thanksgiving Sides That Are Better Than The Turkey

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Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with these standout side dishes that are sure to outshine the turkey.

  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • Cranberries
  • Pecans
  • Mixed Greens
  • Green Beans
  • Cream of Mushroom Soup
  • Fried Onions
  • Various Cheeses
  • Macaroni
  • Breadcrumbs
  • Butternut Squash
  • Cream
  • Spices
  • Bread
  • Sausage
  • Apples
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • Marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cranberry-Pecan Salad by mixing the cranberries, pecans, and mixed greens.
  2. Make the Green Bean Casserole by combining green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and topping with fried onions.
  3. Cook the Monster Mac and Cheese with various cheeses and breadcrumbs for a creamy dish.
  4. Start with a warm bowl of Creamy Butternut Squash Soup made from butternut squash, cream, and spices.
  5. Prepare the Stuffing with Sausage and Apples using bread, sausage, apples, and spices.
  6. Create the Sweet Potato Casserole by mixing sweet potatoes, marshmallows, and pecans.

Notes

These sides work well for both small and large gatherings. Many can be prepared ahead of time to reduce last-minute stress.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking, Boiling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg