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Instant Pot® Turkey Breast

The Instant Pot® made the moistest turkey breast I have ever made. I usually let this cook in the slow cooker all day, but this turned out so much better. I couldn't believe that I had such a wonderful meal ready in less than an hour total!

By Tammy Lynn

Hot Cream Cheese-Corn Casserole

This cream cheese-corn casserole is a Thanksgiving classic at our house. Since we like it spicy, I add jalapeno peppers.

By Richard

Easy Turkey Gravy

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This gravy comes out perfect every time. The cream of chicken soup is what gives it wonderful flavor. Nice and creamy, never lumpy.

By Graden

Instant Pot® Mashed Potatoes

Make the best mashed potatoes you've ever tasted with this quick and easy recipe. The cream cheese makes them extra velvety, a trick I picked up from my brother Mike.

By Leslie Kelly

Stuffed Hasselback Turkey Breast

Much easier than a traditional roast turkey, this sliced and stuffed turkey breast takes far less time than a whole bird, and it's perfect for an everyday or holiday dinner for a smaller group.

By Chef John

Maple-Dijon Brussels Leaf Salad

This is my go-to unexpected side for Thanksgiving and other pot-lucks. Aside from being gorgeous, it holds up well when made ahead, tastes great at room temp, and appeals to lots of eaters because it's vegan, paleo, gluten-free, and low-carb friendly. The only thing that takes time is deconstructing the Brussels sprouts. The salad keeps in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

By Nicholio

Bacon-Garlic Green Beans

Another family favorite vegetable side-dish that is simple and quick to make. Great for family dinners, Thanksgiving, or any occasion. You can substitute lime zest for the lemon zest, if desired.

By markfernandez

Quick and Easy Sausage Stuffing

This recipe has been made over and over for generations - real yummy, really easy, and quick!

By Mrs B

Basic Mashed Potatoes

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If you love good, old fashioned mashed potatoes this is the perfect recipe. Simple and delicious.

By Esmee Williams

The Best Banana Pudding

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The best no bake banana pudding you will ever find (or so I've been told by many).

By Kenneth Strother

Simple Roasted Butternut Squash

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Butternut squash is so good on its own, that barely any seasoning is needed. This recipe is so simple and easy.

By MChele

Buttery Garlic Green Beans

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Only fresh green beans and garlic will do for this easy, healthy, and flavorful side dish.

By LookWhatsCooking

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White Sauce

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Muffin Tin Potatoes Gratin

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A quick and easy potato side dish.

Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Rating: 4.72 stars

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Easy Turkey Tetrazzini

Easy Turkey Tetrazzini

Rating: 4.38 stars

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Grandma's Stuffed Celery

Grandma's Stuffed Celery

Rating: 4.5 stars

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Candied Sweet Potatoes

Candied Sweet Potatoes

Rating: 4.73 stars

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Delicious Cinnamon Baked Apples

Delicious Cinnamon Baked Apples

Rating: 4.22 stars

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More Quick and Easy Thanksgiving Recipes

Cream Corn Like No Other

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This is NOTHING like canned creamed corn! My husband is not a fan of corn or creamed dishes, but he thinks this is great. Easy and quick to prepare and is an especially delicious side dish for chicken or pork. Everyone always asks for the recipe.

By DIANA YOCKEY

Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast

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Easy to make, great for dinner, leftovers and sandwiches. Adapted for our 2-person household from larger recipes for larger families with larger appetites.

By takestu2tango

Yellow Squash Casserole

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Tender squash, gooey cheese and crunchy crackers make this a memorable side dish or a hearty main course. This is a great dish that can be made with low-fat ingredients and is still just as good!

By ROSECART

Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

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This recipe is so easy and healthy. I love mashed potatoes, and when I started the South Beach Diet® and couldn't have them, I had to find an alternative. This is an awesome alternative, and people who hate vegetables love it. I do recommend using a large food processor for this recipe.

By Andie

Glazed Carrots

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Simple dish with tender carrots with a buttery glaze and a mild sweetness.

By Tricia McTamaney

Butternut Squash Soup II

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This is a thick, rich soup with tons of flavor. Something I whipped up off the top of my head, with things I had on hand. Super easy, quick, and a great way to use squash. An instant hit at my house.

By Maplebird

Banana Pudding IV

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A quick and easy banana pudding recipe - enjoy!

By Patty

Classic Savory Deviled Eggs

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Hard-cooked eggs are stuffed with a creamy blend of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard and rice wine vinegar. Fresh dill and garlic powder add a delightful flavor.

By Jeff Sikes

Basic Corn Muffins

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A simple but delicious muffin recipe that can easily be dressed up by adding jalapenos, honey or anything else.

By Doug Matthews

Chef John's Perfect Mashed Potatoes

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This recipe will hopefully give you the proper techniques to turn out perfect mashed potatoes every time; always light, fluffy and lump-free.

By Chef John

Brown Sugar and Mustard Ham Glaze

This is a recipe that my mother used to use for her holiday baked ham. It is a wonderful sweet and sour glaze. The best part is that you can adjust it to be sweeter by using more brown sugar or sour by using more mustard.

By Adrianna Hill

Maple Glazed Carrots

A super-easy side dish for any occasion. Nice sweet and salty flavor to the carrots!

By cherbear

Best Easy Chicken Croquettes

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My mom used to get chicken croquettes at a fancy restaurant when she was a young woman. I made these once for Mother's Day. She loved them.

By Cindy

Potato Waffles

Here's a quick and delicious way to use up those leftover mashed potatoes. You WILL need a waffle iron. These are basically potato pancakes (a.k.a. latkes) but without all the greasy clean-up and calories from pan-frying. I usually serve them with fish or chicken and sauteed apples.

By SuperWifey

Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

Hasselback potatoes were created at the Hotel Hasselbacken in Stockholm, Sweden in the 1940's, and they're still a popular side dish today. Not only are they delicious, and easy to make with lovely presentation, they take half the time to cook in an air fryer.

By lutzflcat

Nanny's Grape Salad

Beautiful on the table, refreshing side dish or light dessert, perfect for a brunch or wedding or baby shower. For years it has been a must-have tradition at our Thanksgiving dinner. May be served immediately, but best if refrigerated for a few hours or overnight.

By DEERING91

Easy Sweet Potato Casserole

My husband begs me for this. I got the recipe from his mother. It's simple and yummy.

By SWINDHAM

Outrageously Good Holiday Salad

'Outrageously Good?' I'm not kidding. So simple to make, but the combination of ingredients makes it sophisticated. The mix of tangy grapefruit, sweet poppy seed dressing, buttery smooth avocados and Swiss cheese is incredible.

By anniepie

Pineapple Glaze for Ham

A simple, sweet glaze for that baked ham - pineapples, cherries and brown sugar.

By Jackie Smith

Deviled Eggs I

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Another recipe passed down to me by my mother. Very good!

By Martin

Turkey a la King

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Turkey, peas and mushrooms in a creamy sauce to serve over puff-pastry boats, biscuits, toast or rice.

By KARIN

Caprese Appetizer

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Caprese salad skewers. Perfect for holiday parties.

By Jessi

Easy Corn Pudding

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My father-in-law was always a picky eater. However, the first Thanksgiving I made him this recipe, he went crazy! It soon became a tradition, and now he is gone, it is always mentioned as one of his favorites.

By Elizabeth

Simple Pumpkin Pie

"Easy as pie" is just the case with this pie recipe.

By BobAltman

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