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Thanksgiving Recipes for the Whole Table

Thanksgiving recipes are what I obsess over every October and November; turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and every side dish that has to be on my family's table.

Here you will find my turkey brining and roasting methods, my go-to sides, make-ahead appetizers, and the desserts that close out the meal.

I also walk you through thawing and carving safely, since a good Thanksgiving starts with handling that turkey the right way.

Oven Roasted Turkey Recipe

My whole method for a juicy, golden turkey, start to finish

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An oven roasted turkey on a white plate with oranges and kale.

Turkey Roasting & Prep Methods

Every great Thanksgiving starts with the turkey, and how you thaw, brine, and roast it makes all the difference. These are my step-by-step methods for however you like to cook your bird.

  • A packaged frozen Honeysuckle White young turkey in netting on a wooden surface.
    How to Thaw a Frozen Turkey Safely: Step-by-Step Guide
  • Thanksgiving Turkey Brine. A Dry Mix Recipe
    Turkey Brine (Dry Mix)
  • A person is pouring seasoning into a glass container.
    Best Turkey Rub Recipe
  • Easy Juicy Oven Roasted Brined Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe. Let me walk you through, step by step on how to thaw, brine and roast a delicious Thanksgiving turkey. Once you learn these few easy steps, you will be all set to create delicious Thanksgiving memories around the table.
    Juicy Oven Roasted Turkey Recipe
  • spatchcock turkey roasted golden brown, pressed flat on a serving platter, square image
    Spatchcock Turkey (Step-by-Step Photos to Spatchcock a Turkey)
  • smoked turkey whole square image
    Whole Smoked Turkey Recipe

Carving, Gravy & Turkey Stocks

Once that turkey comes out of the oven, carving it right and turning the drippings into gravy is the last step between you and dinner.

  • entire turkey carved and arranged on a white plater
    How To Carve A Turkey (Photos Instructions)
  • Sliced roasted turkey breast arranged on a white cutting board, with a larger unsliced portion visible in the background.
    How to Carve a Turkey Breast
  • A spoon is pouring turkey gravy with drippings over a plate of mashed potatoes and stuffing.
    Turkey Gravy from Drippings
  • A white gravy boat filled with brown gravy containing small chunks of spatchcock turkey, with a ladle resting inside.
    Giblet Gravy Recipe

Classic Thanksgiving Sides

Looking for easy Thanksgiving appetizers and small bites? These make-ahead dips, finger foods, and nibbles are perfect for keeping guests satisfied while you finish the main feast.

  • A fork holds a slice of seasoned roasted baby potato over a pile of roasted potato chunks garnished with fresh herbs and melted cheese.
    Crispy Oven Roasted Baby Potatoes (Roasted Mini Potatoes)
  • A casserole dish filled with a delicious vegetable stuffing recipe, containing chunks of bread, diced vegetables, and herbs, with a serving spoon placed on one side. Fresh rosemary sprigs are nearby.
    Vegetable Stuffing Recipe (Vegetarian Stuffing)
  • Crispy Brussels Sprouts on a sheetpan square image
    Crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts with Garlic & Parmesan
  • rhodes roll brushed with butter and fresh parsley
    Rhodes Rolls Instructions
  • Two delicious potato stacks of thinly sliced, baked potatoes are garnished with chopped herbs and grated cheese on a ceramic plate.
    Potato Stacks Recipe
  • twice baked potato casserole recipe square image
    Twice Baked Potato Casserole Recipe With Bacon
  • pineapple casserole with a spoon taking out a portion.
    Pineapple Casserole Recipe
  • Roasted asparagus recipe on a baking sheet.
    Roasted Asparagus

Cranberry Sauces & Condiments

A Thanksgiving table needs more than turkey and stuffing; these condiments and sauces round out every plate.

  • A white bowl filled with homemade cranberry sauce, with a spoon lifting a portion; a jar and fresh cranberries are in the background.
    Easy Cranberry Sauce Recipe
  • A pristine white bowl brimming with glistening sugared cranberries sits on a white surface, while a vibrant red cloth adds a splash of color in the background.
    Sugared Cranberries Recipe
  • A white bowl filled with finely chopped cranberry salsa, garnished with cilantro, sits next to crackers on a white surface-a vibrant and refreshing twist for your next appetizer spread.
    Cranberry Salsa
  • Whipped Butter Recipe in a black bowl
    Whipped Butter Recipe

Make-Ahead Appetizers

Looking for easy Thanksgiving appetizers and small bites? These make-ahead dips, finger foods, and nibbles are perfect for keeping guests satisfied while you finish the main feast.

  • A hand holds a slice of bread topped with a cheesy caramelized onion dip with bacon, with more of the savory dip visible in a dish in the background.
    Caramelized Onion Dip with Bacon
  • knorr spinach dip in a bread bowl.
    Easy Knorr Spinach Dip Recipe
  • A jar filled with marinated mozzarella balls in olive oil, herbs, and spices, placed on a rustic wooden surface.
    Marinated Mozzarella Balls
  • A person is holding melon wrapped in prosciutto.
    Prosciutto and Cantaloupe (Melon with Prosciutto Skewers)
  • Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
    Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Recipe
  • warm olive appetizer in a white bowl with orange peel and rosemary
    Warm Marinated Olives
  • A baked dish with a creamy, white topping, garnished with chopped green onions and red bits of meat, placed on a wooden surface with a silver spoon on the side.
    Chipped Beef Dip Recipe (Hot Dried Beef Dip)
  • pineapple cheeseball with pecans square image
    Pineapple Cheese Ball Recipe

Thanksgiving Desserts

Looking for easy Thanksgiving appetizers and small bites? These make-ahead dips, finger foods, and nibbles are perfect for keeping guests satisfied while you finish the main feast.

  • Peanut butter pie no bake recipe
    No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie Recipe
  • Pumpkin Muffins with Cake Mix stack of muffins.
    Pumpkin Muffins with Cake Mix
  • eclair cake square image
    No-Bake Éclair Cake
  • pumpkin snickerdoodle cookie stack.
    Pumpkin Snickerdoodles Recipe
  • Acorn cookies with chocolate sprinkles and pretzel sticks rest on a marble surface, accompanied by a glass of milk in the background.
    Acorn Cookies Recipe
  • Heaven On Earth Cake (Strawberry Recipe) slice on a small white plate, gold colored fork holding a bite.
    Heaven On Earth Cake
  • pineapple casserole with a spoon taking out a portion.
    Pineapple Casserole Recipe
  • pumpkin whoopie pie stack, square image.
    Pumpkin Whoopie Pie Recipe

Turkey Leftovers

Looking for easy Thanksgiving appetizers and small bites? These make-ahead dips, finger foods, and nibbles are perfect for keeping guests satisfied while you finish the main feast.

  • A bowl of sweet potato fries topped with melted cheese, turkey pieces, cranberry sauce, and herbs creates a delicious turkey poutine, served next to a napkin with two forks on a rustic wooden surface.
    Thanksgiving Poutine Recipe
  • turkey hawaiian roll slider on a spatula
    Hawaiian Roll Turkey Sliders
  • turkey shepherd's Pie bite on a fork square image
    Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe With Ground Turkey
  • thanksgiving leftover eggrolls
    Thanksgiving Egg Rolls Recipe

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Appetizers
Sides
Desserts

More Thanksgiving Feast Tips

How far ahead can I prep Thanksgiving side dishes?

Most of my sauces and dips can be made a day or two ahead. Cranberry sauce and cranberry chutney actually taste better after a day in the fridge, and dips like my caramelized onion dip hold up fine covered and chilled.

What temperature should a Thanksgiving turkey be cooked to?

A whole turkey is safe to eat once the breast meat hits 165F and the thickest part of the thigh hits 180F on an instant-read thermometer.

How long does it take to thaw a frozen turkey?

Plan on 24 hours of thaw time in the refrigerator for every 4 to 5 pounds of turkey. My full thawing guide walks through it step by step.

What can I do with Thanksgiving leftovers?

Leftover turkey does not have to mean another plain sandwich. Turn it into Thanksgiving poutine, turkey sliders, or turkey shepherd's pie.

Can I make Thanksgiving desserts ahead of time?

Yes! No-bake desserts like my éclair cake and peanut butter pie are built for making a day ahead, which frees up your oven for the turkey on the actual day.

  • A glass jar filled with cranberry sauce sits on a white surface, surrounded by loose cranberries and orange zest, with a spoon beside it—an inviting scene reminiscent of homemade Cranberry Apple Chutney.
    Cranberry Apple Chutney
  • A knife slices into a roasted turkey breast garnished with herbs, displayed on a white platter with sprigs of rosemary on a wooden table.
    What to Serve with Turkey (Best Side Dishes)
  • A bowl of spinach salad with sliced mushrooms, red onion, and bacon is shown. Bacon dressing is being poured from a ladle over the salad, with a bowl of dressing in the background.
    Vintage Hot Bacon Dressing Recipe for Spinach Salad
  • Chipped Beef Cheese Ball with pecans
    Chipped Beef Cheeseball Recipe
  • blueberry pie with a slice taken out of it.
    Blueberry Pie Recipe
  • Main Dishes That Go Great with Mashed Potatoes featured image.
    What To Serve With Mashed Potatoes
  • A turkey burger with lettuce and tomatoes on a wooden board.
    Keto Ground Turkey Recipes
  • blueberry delight square image.
    Blueberry Delight (No-Bake Dessert Recipe)
  • homemade turkey stock in a quart canning jar
    Homemade Turkey Stock Recipe (Delicious Roast Turkey Broth)
  • sous vide turkey roulade
    Turkey Roulade Recipe (Sous Vide Technique)
  • brussel sprout slaw
    Brussels Sprout Slaw
  • Simple turkey breast recipe with cranberries and sage on a white plate.
    Sous Vide Turkey Breast Recipe + Guide
  • mulling spices in a tea ball
    Mulling Spices for Cider (DIY Gift Jars)
  • Sous Vide Creme Brulee cups on a wooden board topped with torched raspberries.
    Sous Vide Crème Brûlée (How to make sous vide creme brulee)
  • Smoked Pineapple
    Smoked Pineapple Recipe
  • Sous Vide Potatoes with Rosemary
  • Autumn Squash Soup in a white bowl with pepita garnish in a white bowl
    Copycat Panera Autumn Squash Soup Recipe
  • Learn how to roast garlic and effortlessly store it in flavorful olive oil.
    How To Roast Garlic And Store In Olive Oil
  • An Asian ramen noodle salad with oranges and almonds.
    Asian Ramen Noodle Salad (Brussels Sprouts)
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    24 Recipes for a Crock Pot Thanksgiving
  • A stack of sweet and savory compound butters on a cutting board.
    4 Super Simple Sweet and Savory Compound Butter Recipes
  • Sheet Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Broccoli
    Roasted Broccoli Brussels Sprouts
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    Almondina Mixed Nut Raisin Thins
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