Start with traditional Thanksgiving favorites
Sausage-stuffed butternut squash with spinach, pecans, and cranberries is packed with vegetables, fiber, and protein and is gluten-free. It’s easy enough to make on a weeknight, making it the perfect Thanksgiving side dish or main course.
Easy scalloped potatoes are made with garlic, thyme, and Parmesan cheese. Super cheesy and delicious fries made with just white cheese (this recipe does not contain cheddar cheese!)
Saute green beans with garlic and bacon in olive oil and butter in a large skillet on the stove. The beans are crunchy and crunchy. This recipe is perfect for the fall and winter seasons.
Roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon, toasted pecans, and dried cranberries are an easy Thanksgiving side dish that adds color and vibrancy to your holiday menu.
My Holiday Roast Duck has tender, juicy meat, crispy skin, and a honey and balsamic glaze that gives the duck a beautiful roasted appearance. It’s been one of my most popular recipes for years. Test, test, and test some more. Lots of great reviews!
Roasted Brussels Sprout Salad with Maple Butternut Squash, Pumpkin Seeds, and Cranberries – A perfect fall salad bursting with color and flavor. Healthy and delicious gluten-free recipes packed with vegetables.
Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic – Mashed potatoes blended with garlic roasted in olive oil and parmesan cheese.
Hasselback butternut squash roasted in sage honey butter and topped with crunchy candied pecans.
Holiday salads feature classic holiday ingredients like pecans, mandarin oranges, pomegranate seeds, and dried cranberries. Toss with baby spinach, goat cheese, and homemade honey mustard lime vinaigrette. This festive Thanksgiving salad pairs beautifully with your favorite main course: turkey, ham, prime rib, or beef tenderloin.
Grilled Asparagus with Garlic, Bacon, and Cheese – You can use Gruyère, Parmesan, Asiago, Pecorino Romano, or shredded mozzarella (part-skim, low-moisture). Low carb and keto friendly.
Acorn Squash Stuffed with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Apples – I make this every Thanksgiving. This easy-to-make side dish features cinnamon, brown sugar, and lemon juice and is meat-free, vegetarian, and gluten-free.
Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta Salad with Brussels Sprouts, Pecans, and Cranberries is packed with fall flavors and spices (cinnamon and maple syrup) and is the perfect addition to a traditional Thanksgiving menu.
Cranberry Pecan Cheese Balls with Pumpkin Seeds, Cream Cheese, and Sharp White Cheddar – Serve this appetizer with crackers and vegetables.
Butternut Squash Stuffed with Spinach, Bacon, and Cheese is a great recipe to make during fall and winter. The filling has a creamy, cheesy flavor that pairs well with the sweet flavor of the butternut squash.
Pumpkin Apple Pecan Bundt Cake – While the cake is already so delicious, you can optionally drizzle the cake with dulce de leche (or caramel sauce) and top it with chopped pecans.
Cranberry Apple Pecan Bundt Cake is always a big hit!
A classic, old-fashioned pecan pie is a worthy addition to your Thanksgiving table. It is made with a crunchy, buttery dough and a caramel-like sweet and salty filling. This recipe was perfected by my mother-in-law over 60 years and is an easy dessert to make at home. Corn syrup-free options are also available.
Pear almond cake is filled with fresh fruit and sliced almonds! Preparation time is only 15 minutes. 50 minutes of idle time (baking). Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert! Serve with a sprinkle of powdered sugar, whipped cream, or plain vanilla ice cream. Easily adjusted to be gluten-free or dairy-free.
