Lets hear it for the sides!
Anna Williams
We look forward toThanksgiving Dinnerall year, but lets be honest, its really for the sides.
And its the sides that have everyone going back for seconds.
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Traditional Thanksgiving Sides
Tradition is what makes the annual Thanksgiving feast so special.
Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes
Greg Dupree
The trick to never having leftover mashed potatoes?
Chopped sauteed shallots get mixed into the silky gravy for added texture.
Greg Dupree
If you prefer a completely smooth gravy, strain the shallot bits or blend it till smooth.
Green Beans With Bacon Vinaigrette
No ones ever said no to a littleextra baconat Thanksgiving dinner.
This green bean casserole recipe skips the crispy canned onions for a crunchy upgrade.
Greg Dupree
They’re so luscious, in fact, you may forget theyre a vegetable.
Swap chicken broth for veggie broth to make this one vegetarian too.
Vegetarian Thanksgiving Sides
Meat is totally optional at Thanksgiving!
Gentl & Hyers
Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes
Add some creaminess and sweetness to your mashed potatoes with this mascarpone recipe.
Its simple to make and oh-so-elegant.
Sweet Potato Casserole
Marshmallows arent always vegetarian, so switch it up with this sweet potato casserole.
Anna Williams
Shredded coconut and pecans add a sweet crunch that makes this side dish almost dessert-worthy.
Swiss Chard Mac and Cheese
Every great Thanksgiving table has mac and cheese on it.
Add some greens to your mac with this recipe, which will entice vegetarians and carnivores alike.
Grant Cornett
Expect an empty casserole dish.
Add some breadcrumbs or crushed nuts on top for added crunch.
Garlic, nuts, andfresh green beansall come together quickly for the perfect accompaniment to your Thanksgiving dinner.
Victor Protasio
Israeli Couscous With Corn
Forget creamed corn, thiscouscous dishis where its at.
Can you imagine a more beautiful thing?
Cut the baked sweet potatoes in quarters for smaller portions to share.
Chris Court
Get creative and use whatever late fall veggies you have on hand, likebeets!
Caitlin Bensel
Victor Protasio
Gentl & Hyers
Antonis Achilleos
Mikkel Vang
Greg DuPree
Victor Protasio
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