By: Author Julia Jordan
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In this post I’ll be sharing some of my favorite traditional Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes.
My favorite holiday meal is upon us, Thanksgiving. Most years this means a gathering of loved ones around the dinner table for an elaborate feast that takes days to prepare.
It’s a way for a cook, like myself, to show love to those that they love with a special home cooked meal.
While the main course, whatever you prefer it to be – turkey, chicken, a pork roast or prime rib, it is the Thanksgiving side dishes that really steal the show.
Go ahead and ask anyone what their favorite foods are at Thanksgiving and they’ll freely list them out. Everything on the list will be a tasty side.
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It’s true that we all have our very favorite Thanksgiving side dishes. That may be from our own tastes in food or from our culture or area that we grew up.
The typical sides served at our Southern Thanksgiving table will always include dressing, baked macaroni and cheese, a vegetable or two and a potato dish of some sort.
If I were a betting lady then I’d predict that the dressing, or stuffing, is often hailed the number one favorite of all.
So let’s have a look at some of my favorite Thanksgiving side dish recipes.
Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes
“Thanksgiving is the meal we aspire for other meals to resemble.”
Jonathan Safran Foer
Delicious and easy traditional Southern style Thanksgiving side dish recipes for any size holiday meal.
Southern Style Crock Pot Green Beans Recipe
Delicious Southern style crock pot green beans made with fresh green beans in the tried and true traditional way with bacon and the perfect seasonings. These green beans are just like the ones that Granny used to make or the ones you find in the great soul food restaurants. Enjoy these delicious slow cooker green beans for weeknight meals, Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas or other special occasion gatherings.
Aunt Betty's Famous Ham Dressing Casserole
Y'all will love my Aunt Betty's signature holiday dish of Ham Dressing.
Southern Cornbread Dressing
Southern homemade cornbread dressing, the official side dish of the holiday table
Smoked Oyster Seafood Dressing Recipe
Smoked Oyster Seafood Dressing Recipe with crab and shrimp makes a wonderful side dish for roasted chicken or Thanksgiving turkey.
Whipping Cream Biscuits
Light, airy, and slightly sweet whipping cream biscuits are the perfect bread option for holiday meals.
Green Olive Potato Salad Recipe
Delicious potato salad side dish with green olives and pimentos rather than the traditional pickle versions.
Classic Southern Broccoli Casserole
Classic recipe for easy broccoli casserole that is creamy, cheesy and delicious with a butter cracker topping.
Southern Corn Pudding
Delicious classic sweet and savory Southern corn pudding casserole is the perfect side dish for family and holiday meals.
Easy Crock Pot Creamed Corn Recipe
Rich and delicious creamed corn made easily in the slow cooker for an amazing side dish.
Sausage and Rice Casserole
A delicious, creamy and savory sausage and rice casserole that is perfect as the main meal or as a side dish.
Ultimate Green Bean Casserole
The ultimate delicious green bean casserole for holiday gatherings and celebrations
Watergate Salad - The Green Stuff
Classic Watergate Salad, a sweet side dish that is popular at gatherings.
Tangy Green Bean Bundles
Tangy green beans bundles are an easy and elegant side dish for family meals and holidays.
Grape Salad Recipe with Pineapple
This amazing grape salad recipe with a creamy dressing, pineapple and crunchy pecan brown sugar topping is an amazing sweet side or dessert that is perfect for sharing. Enjoy grape salad for family suppers and holiday gatherings.
Southern Candied Yams | Sweet Potatoes
Candied yams are a Southern classic. This side dish is delicious for family meals as well as a holiday tradition.
Southern Ambrosia Coconut Salad
Southern Ambrosia Coconut Salad is a true classic at holiday gatherings, luncheons and other special occasions.
Basic Cranberry Sauce Recipe
Easy recipe for a basic homemade cranberry sauce to accompany your holiday meal
Southern Skillet Fried Corn
Classic Southern fried skillet corn, a delicious sweet and savory vegetable side dish recipe
Julia's Southern Potato Salad
Creamy and delicious old fashioned Southern style potato salad with a tangy mayonnaise mustard dressing.
Glazed Baby Carrots with Honey and Ginger
Delicious glazed baby carrots are a wonderful addition to the dinner plate.
Southern Sweet Potato Casserole
A delicious sweet and creamy sweet potato casserole side dish that is perfect for holiday meals.
Pineapple Casserole
Baked Pineapple Casserole is an old fashioned recipe, just like grandma used to make. Some consider it the perfect side dish with ham, while others may call it a dessert.
The ultimate Southern side dish - baked macaroni and cheese
Southern Deviled Eggs
Creamy Southern style deviled eggs with a bit of zing
Cranberry Chocolate Chip Dip
Creamy delicious cranberry chocolate chip dip is the perfect appetizer to enjoy during the festive holiday season. Use your favorite cookies or fruit to enjoy this sweet dip.
Easy Fruit Salad Recipe with Vanilla Pudding-5 Ingredients
A classic vanilla pudding fruit salad with a medley of fruits, both fresh and canned, with the creamy vanilla glaze. This delicious fruit salad recipe is a classic and perfect for family gatherings, summer picnics, church potlucks, or any special occasion that you want to contribute a simple, but delicious, dish.
Crock Pot Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
A rich, creamy and delicious Crock Pot macaroni and cheese recipe that your family will love for family dinners or holiday meals. It's delicious!
Glazed Carrots with Pineapple Recipe
A wonderful side dish of tender carrots and pineapple with a brown sugar and pineapple juice glaze. This glazed carrots side is perfect with a baked ham dinner and takes just minutes to prepare.
Easy Asparagus Casserole Recipe
A delicious asparagus casserole made with fresh asparagus in a creamy cheese sauce with crumb topping. This casserole is a perfect dish for a meal or as a delicious side dish.
Easy Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe with Sausage
A family favorite easy recipe for Thanksgiving stuffing with sausage and added flavor from fresh herbs, flavorful stock and bits of sweet apple. This is the perfect side dish to enjoy with your Thanksgiving turkey or with roasted chicken.
Easy Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes
“Showing gratitude is one of the simplest yet most powerful things humans can do for each other.”
R. Pausch
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Be thankful for everything that you have each and every day. Always be thankful for those near and dear to your heart.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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