60 New Thanksgiving Side Dishes You Haven’t Made (Yet!)

• Thanksgiving Colcannon
• Celery Gratin
• Sweet Potato Meringue Bake
• Lentil White Bean Pilaf
• Pear and Gorgonzola Salad
• Cranberry Ricotta Gnocchi with Brown Butter Sauce
• Spiced Carrots with Pistachios
• Air-Fryer Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
• Creamy Celery Root and Pearl Onions
• Savory Winter Squash Pie
• Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pears
• Oven-Roasted Carrots
• Favorite Jalapeno Corn Muffins
• Best Curried Pumpkin Soup
• Steakhouse Mushroom Casserole
• Ginger Orange Squash
• Sour Cream Noodles
• Slushy Fruit Salad
• Sweet Potato Pone
• Orzo with Caramelized Butternut Squash and Bacon
• Roasted Parmesan Potato Wedges
• Butternut Squash and Kale Gratin
• Pimiento Green Beans
• Savory Rice-Stuffed Apples
• Dreamy Polenta
• Sweet Potato Pilaf
• Festive Tossed Salad with Feta
• Glazed Carrots with Green Grapes
• Fig-Carrot Stuffed Kabocha Squash
• Wild Rice with Dried Blueberries
• Butternut Squash Jumble
• Sweet Onion Spoon Bread
• Jalapeno Green Beans
• Root Vegetable Pave
• Banana-Orange Sweet Potato Bake
• Butternut Squash Panzanella Salad
• Penne with Kale and Onion
• Roasted Red Pepper Green Beans
• Greek Potato Casserole
• Parsnip, Pear and Pecan Salad
• Butternut-Pineapple Crumble
• Quinoa with Roasted Vegetables
• Carrot Ginger Soup
• French-Fry Bake
• Rutabaga Carrot Casserole
• Fried Onions and Apples
• Scented Rice in Baked Pumpkin
• Molded Cranberry-Orange Salad
• Festive Corn ‘n’ Broccoli
• Spiced Sweet Potato Fries
• Cheddar Bacon Grits
• Pressure-Cooker Cranberry Apple Red Cabbage
• Pumpkin-Coconut Soup
• Roasted Honey Sweet Potatoes
• Candied Acorn Squash Slices
• Slow-Cooked Wild Rice
• Spaghetti Squash with Tomatoes and Olives
• Nutty Barley Bake
• Sweet ‘n’ Tangy Carrots
• Herbed Baked Spinach

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Thanksgiving Colcannon

I discovered colcannon on St. Patrick’s Day, as it is an Irish mashed potato dish. Months later I tweaked the original recipe for the Thanksgiving season. The results? A flavorful and substantial side dish. —Marty Paola, Medford, OregonGo to Recipe

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Celery Gratin

This Celery Gratin was a dish our family came to love. My grandmother knew how to create a dish out of just a few simple ingredients. —David Ross, Spokane Valley, WashingtonGo to Recipe

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Sweet Potato Meringue Bake

This sweet potato meringue casserole is a slightly sweeter variation of the original, minus the extra sugar. It’s simple enough to throw together even after the holidays. For more sauce, you can add extra water, butter, brown sugar or maple syrup to the filling before baking. Rum, brandy or lemon zest can be added to change up the flavor. —Kathy Kinomoto, Bothell, WashingtonGo to Recipe

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Lentil White Bean Pilaf

Vegetarians will be happy to see this hearty meatless grain pilaf on the holiday buffet table. I like to make this when I have extra cooked lentils, barley, quinoa and rice on hand. —Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia

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Pear and Gorgonzola Salad

This pear and gorgonzola salad is quick and easy. When I have leftover cooked chicken, I often add it to the recipe to make a main dish salad. —Candace McMenamin, Lexington, South CarolinaGo to Recipe

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Cranberry Ricotta Gnocchi with Brown Butter Sauce

To make light and airy gnocchi, work quickly and handle the dough as little as possible. You’ll be pleased with the resulting pillowy dumplings. —Sally Sibthorpe, Shelby Township, MichiganGo to Recipe

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Spiced Carrots with Pistachios

Satisfy everyone during the holidays with this side that mixes carrots with pistachios and raisins. It’s gluten free, vegan and vegetarian, too. —Taste of Home Test KitchenGo to Recipe

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Air-Fryer Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

These stuffed sweet potatoes are the perfect holiday side dish. Try preparing them ahead of time in the morning and then bake just before serving. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, TexasGo to Recipe

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Creamy Celery Root and Pearl Onions

I have made creamed onions for several recent Thanksgivings and wanted to change the recipe, so I decided to add celery root. Celery root is perfect with the onions, and the creamy sauce is addicting! —Tina Mirilovich, Johnstown, PennsylvaniaGo to Recipe

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Savory Winter Squash Pie

Instead of using frozen winter squash, you can roast butternut or acorn squash until tender and then mash it before getting started on this recipe. The bacon roses are a fun garnish, but this winter squash pie can easily be made without them. —Erica Sinclair, Hamilton, OntarioGo to Recipe

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pears

This year I decided to create this roasted Brussels sprouts with pears recipe for Thanksgiving dinner. This easy dish uses only a handful of ingredients but still feels special. Apples, fresh figs and pecans are also delicious with these sprouts. —David Ross, Spokane Valley, WashingtonGo to Recipe

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Oven-Roasted Carrots

My seven children and 15 grandchildren really look forward to these oven-roasted carrots. As a cook at our local school, I serve two generations of my family, plus relatives and friends from all over our area. —Marlene Schott, Devine, TexasGo to Recipe

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Favorite Jalapeno Corn Muffins

Honey butter tastes so yummy spread over these hot and snappy jalapeno cornbread muffins. They’re delicious with soups, stews and chili. —Mary Thomas, Hugo, MinnesotaGo to Recipe

Best Curried Pumpkin Soup

I whipped this up for my family on Thanksgiving, and everyone was crazy about it! Even my brother, who is one of the pickiest eaters I know, asked for seconds of this curry pumpkin soup. —Kimberly Knepper, Euless, Texas Go to Recipe

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Steakhouse Mushroom Casserole

This meatless casserole is one of my all-time favorites. Loaded with mushrooms and draped in a reich sauce, it’s a home-style side dish that will have everyone scooping up seconds.—Rosemary Janz, Concord, North CarolinaGo to Recipe

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Ginger Orange Squash

Bursting with citrus flavor, this tender side dish complements special autumn dinners and weeknight suppers alike. Our home economists developed the five-ingredient recipe so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with family.Go to Recipe

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Sour Cream Noodles

Sour Cream Noodles are much requested at my house, where it will be a mainstay for years to come. I think noodles and sour cream make the perfect pair. —Judy Robertson, Russell Springs, KentuckyGo to Recipe

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Slushy Fruit Salad

A fresh fruit salad can take some time to prepare and needs last-minute assembly. That’s why I often rely on this make-ahead frozen fruit salad when entertaining a crowd. —Judy McHone, Springfield, IllinoisGo to Recipe

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Sweet Potato Pone

Sweet potatoes are among my favorite vegetables, and this sweet potato pone is my absolute favorite way to prepare them. Not only is it an eagerly anticipated side dish for Thanksgiving dinner with family and friends each year, but also I make it to dress up ordinary meals. You can almost serve it as a dessert! —Kristine Chayes, Smithtown, New YorkGo to Recipe

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Orzo with Caramelized Butternut Squash and Bacon

When my garden produced a bumper crop of butternut squash, I made multiple new dishes to use up my bounty! This is a tasty, easy side with pretty colors, and it makes plenty to fill your hungry family. To make it into a main, add shrimp or shredded chicken. —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido, CaliforniaGo to Recipe

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Roasted Parmesan Potato Wedges

From Stratford, Wisconsin, Linda Rock shares the secret to her tender oven-baked potato wedges. As savory as they are good for you, the potatoes have a mouthwatering cheese and herb coating that adds a pretty golden color…and just the right amount of flavor.—Linda Rock, Stratford, Wisconsin

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Butternut Squash and Kale Gratin

This butternut squash and kale gratin is packed with layers of flavor. It’s simple to throw together, and it’s versatile, since you can use whatever winter squash you have on hand. Even your kids will be coming back for seconds of this decadent side! —Pamela Gelsomini, Wrentham, MassachusettsGo to Recipe

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Pimiento Green Beans

Here’s an easy way to turn everyday green beans into a special side dish. Pimientos, Parmesan cheese and chicken broth add savory flavor and a dash of color. Go to Recipe

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Savory Rice-Stuffed Apples

My family has several apple trees, so I am challenged to create new recipes each fall. This side dish is wonderful with pork roast and so effortless due to the use of the slow cooker. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, CaliforniaGo to Recipe

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Dreamy Polenta

I grew up eating polenta, so it’s a must at my holiday gatherings. Traditional recipes require constant stirring, but using my handy slow cooker allows me to turn my attention to the lineup of other foods on my spread. —Ann Voccola, Milford, ConnecticutGo to Recipe

Sweet Potato Kale Pilaf

Sweet Potato Pilaf

The combination of sweet potatoes, bacon, asparagus and kale makes this simple Sweet Potato Kale Pilaf taste amazing! To save time and dishes, you can easily cook the rice in an Instant Pot and also use it to saute the other ingredients. —Courtney Stultz, Weir, KansasGo to Recipe

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Festive Tossed Salad with Feta

I serve this colorful salad when we have guests over for dinner because it goes with just about any main entree and is a snap to toss together with packaged greens. Dried cranberries and feta cheese add a delightful touch. —Kate Hilts, Fairbanks, AlaskaGo to Recipe

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Glazed Carrots with Green Grapes

After receiving a slow cooker many years ago and not knowing what to do with the thing, I finally branched out and read up on what it was all about. This is one of the recipes I make that is really enjoyed by all at any time of the year. It is so colorful and a delightful side for any meal. —Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, OntarioGo to Recipe

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Fig-Carrot Stuffed Kabocha Squash

While searching for a new winter squash variety, I stumbled upon kabocha squash—it really wowed me. The flavor and texture are both rich and beautiful, and this recipe, which I improvised, really suits the squash well. —Caitlin Stephens-North, Malden, MassachusettsGo to Recipe

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Wild Rice with Dried Blueberries

I love the combination of rice and fruit, so this is a go-to Thanksgiving side dish at my house. I toss in mushrooms and toasted almonds to enhance the flavor. You can also include dried cherries or cranberries if you’d like. —Janie Colle, Hutchinson, KansasGo to Recipe

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Butternut Squash Jumble

I took this to a Thanksgiving potluck one year when I couldn’t go home for the holiday, and it was a huge hit. It’s something different without being too nontraditional. It’s also good at room temperature, so it’s one less thing to worry about when you’re trying to figure out serving times. I like Gorgonzola for this, but any blue cheese would work. If you can find the precrumbled cheese, even better. —Kara Brocious, Indianapolis, IndianaGo to Recipe

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Sweet Onion Spoon Bread

This unique recipe has been a family-favorite secret for years. The layers of tangy cheese, sour cream and sweet onions in this moist cornbread taste so great together! Chopped green chiles could add some fun zip. —Heather Thomas, Fredericksburg, VirginiaGo to Recipe

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Jalapeno Green Beans

This simple green bean dish gets a bit of a kick from jalapeno pepper. If you don’t like things too spicy, reduce the amount of jalapeno by half—or eliminate it completely. —Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, MissouriGo to Recipe

Root Vegetable Pave

This is a stunning side dish to serve company. The robust blend features earthy root vegetables in a lightly herbed cream sauce. It’s a perfect make-ahead dish for special occasions. —Carla Mendres, Winnipeg, ManitobaGo to Recipe

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Banana-Orange Sweet Potato Bake

Welcome fall with this simple side dish. It’s a pleasant change of pace from the traditional casserole with marshmallows, and it’s quite popular at potlucks. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, TexasGo to Recipe

Butternut Squash Panzanella Salad

This colorful salad is easy to make—and it’s even easier if you use precut chunks of butternut squash. You can use pecans in place of the almonds or watercress instead of the arugula or spinach. —Nancy Buchanan, Costa Mesa, CaliforniaGo to Recipe

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Penne with Kale and Onion

I love kale; my husband hates it. But when I swapped it into a favorite penne-with-spinach recipe, it was so delicious, he asked for seconds! —Kimberly Hammond, Kingwood, TexasGo to Recipe

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Roasted Red Pepper Green Beans

This recipe showcases a creamy sauce with shallot-and-chive cheese. The toasted pine nuts add crunch. Just a few ingredients—so easy! —Becky Ellis, Roanoke, VirginiaGo to Recipe

Greek Potato Casserole

The crunchy golden brown topping and tangy yogurt and feta make this recipe a winner. You can loosen the mixture with a few tablespoons of milk if necessary. —Cheryl Woodson, Liberty, MissouriGo to Recipe

Parsnip, Pear and Pecan Salad

I didn’t try parsnips until I was well into my 40s, but now I can’t get enough of them. This salad is so delicious, I defy your kids to turn their noses up at it. —Jodi Taffel, Altadena, CaliforniaGo to Recipe

Butternut-Pineapple Crumble

I tried this sweet and crunchy casserole out on my 80-year-old parents and they loved it! Butternut squash now has a place at our holiday table year after year. —Barbara Busch, Henrico, VirginiaGo to Recipe

Quinoa with Roasted Vegetables

Grab all of your garden-fresh produce for this quinoa with roasted vegetables. The tangy dressing and fresh herbs really make the flavors shine in this wholesome quinoa side dish. —Sonali Ruder, New York, New YorkGo to Recipe

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Carrot Ginger Soup

This light, flavorful carrot ginger soup is vegan! It’s made with pantry staples and comes together in a hurry, yet always seems to impress. Fresh ginger makes a big difference—and what isn’t used can be wrapped tightly and tossed in the freezer to use later. —Jenna Olson, Manchester, MissouriGo to Recipe

French-Fry Bake

When a friend brought this to a gathering at church, I simply had to ask for the recipe—what a fast and fun way to serve potatoes! It’s always good to find a recipe that can sneak in a few extra veggies; the kids never find the carrots hidden inside this one. —Cheryl Newendorp, Pella, IowaGo to Recipe

Rutabaga Carrot Casserole

This scoop-able side with its sweet, crunchy topping makes a delightful alternative to the traditional sweet potato casserole. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, TexasGo to Recipe

Fried Onions and Apples

Since a lot of delicious onions are grown in our state, they are always part of my menu. This tangy side dish is good with pork and beef. The inspiration for this unusual combination was a prolific apple tree!—Janice Mitchell, Aurora, ColoradoGo to Recipe

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Scented Rice in Baked Pumpkin

This easy, delicious and healthy side is a showpiece that always delights. You can use grain, squash, fruits and nuts to suit your taste—it’s impossible to go wrong! —Lynn Heisel, Jackson, MissouriGo to Recipe

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Molded Cranberry-Orange Salad

When I take this dish to potlucks during the holidays, people always ooh and aah. Feel free to top with whipped cream for added appeal. —Carol Mead, Los Alamos, New MexicoGo to Recipe

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Festive Corn ‘n’ Broccoli

This recipe is delicious and versatile. I often substitute a tablespoon of minced fresh basil for the dried, and two to three ears of sweet corn (about a cup cut fresh from the cob) for the Mexicorn. —Lucile Throgmorton, Clovis, New Mexico Go to Recipe

Spiced Sweet Potato Fries

A spicy homemade seasoning blend shakes up everyone’s favorite finger food in this rendition of sweet potato fries. —Taste of Home Test KitchenGo to Recipe

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Cheddar Bacon Grits

In the South, grits are served plain with a little butter or loaded with extras, as is my recipe with bacon, cheddar and green chiles. —Amanda Reed, Nashville, TennesseeGo to Recipe

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Pressure-Cooker Cranberry Apple Red Cabbage

When I was looking for something new, I started playing with flavors and came up with this very tasty dish. My German grandmother would be impressed, I think! The colorful side is just right with pork. —Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, MassachusettsGo to Recipe

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Pumpkin-Coconut Soup

Thai food lovers will go crazy for this soup. It has a deep flavor from the combination of onion, coconut milk and spices. —Susan Hein, Burlington, WisconsinGo to Recipe

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Roasted Honey Sweet Potatoes

Cinnamon and honey bring out the natural earthy sweetness of sweet potatoes in this simple, elegant side dish. —Laura Mifsud, Northville, MichiganGo to Recipe

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Candied Acorn Squash Slices

This acorn squash recipe was passed down to me from my grandma, who always served it at Thanksgiving. Now I make it whenever I’m feeling nostalgic. —Rita Addicks, Weimar, TexasGo to Recipe

Slow-Cooked Wild Rice

This recipe has become such a family heirloom that I asked my mother’s permission before passing it along. It has traveled to weddings, baptisms, landmark birthdays and wedding anniversaries—and it always makes people happy. —Janet Mahowald, Rice Lake, WisconsinGo to Recipe

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Spaghetti Squash with Tomatoes and Olives

This squash is outstanding as a side dish, but you can also top it with canned tuna to create a simple, healthy main dish. It’s easy and so tasty! I like to use my own canned tomatoes for the best flavor. —Carol Chase, Sioux City, IowaGo to Recipe

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Nutty Barley Bake

When I started bringing this distinctive dish to holiday dinners, a lot of people had never seen barley in anything but soup. They have since dubbed me “the barley lady”, and now I wouldn’t dare bring anything this dish. Even if I double the recipe, I come home with an empty pan. -Renate Crump, Los Angeles, CaliforniaGo to Recipe

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Sweet ‘n’ Tangy Carrots

With an irresistible brown sugar-mustard sauce, these simple simmered carrots bring bright flavor and color to the table. —Paula Zsiray, Logan, UtahGo to Recipe

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Herbed Baked Spinach

Parmesan cheese and garlic liven up this spinach dish, which goes well with met entrees and main-dish casseroles. Sometimes, I use broccoli as a spinach substitute. It’s equally delicious.Go to Recipe

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