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I asked, and my readers answered! Now I have the ultimate list of the 14 best Thanksgiving sides, all chosen by readers like you. You and I both know the sides are the real stars of the holiday table, so I’m excited to share the dishes everyone can’t stop talking about. Get ready for the most delicious (and reader-approved!) side dish lineup to level up your Thanksgiving feast.
Cranberry Sauce
Easy 15-Minute Cranberry Sauce! This fool-proof recipe is easy to make and only uses 4 whole ingredients. Real cranberries, orange juice, sugar, and maple syrup give this fresh side dish its amazing flavor that is perfect for your Thanksgiving or Christmas meal!
Get the recipe: Cranberry Sauce
Potatoes Au Gratin
Potatoes Au Gratin is a classic side dish featuring thin slices of potato layered with a rich, creamy cheese sauce, then baked until lightly crisp on the edges. Make it for a weeknight dinner or double the recipe for a crowd!
Get the recipe: Potatoes Au Gratin
Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese
You have never had macaroni and cheese like this before! Cracker Barrel mac and cheese is seriously one of the best recipes I have ever made. The homemade cheese sauce is out of this world delicious. Luscious and creamy, it perfectly coats the cooked noodles, leaving them dripping in sauce.
Get the recipe: Cracker Barrel Mac and Cheese
Sweet Potato Casserole
This is one of my all time favorite Thanksgiving dishes that you have to try! This sweet potato casserole is so good you could actually eat it as a dessert. But that’s one of the best things about holidays- desserts count as real meals!
Get the recipe: Sweet Potato Casserole
Cornbread Dressing
If you are looking for a new kind of stuffing to make this Thanksgiving, you need to give this recipe a try. This cornbread dressing is the perfect balance of sweet and savory, making it the perfect addition to your holiday table. Plus, you can make it in advance, so you will save time!
Get the recipe: Cornbread Dressing
Sausage Stuffing
This Sausage Stuffing amplifies the taste and texture of boxed stuffing mix with the addition of savory Italian sausage, veggies, and fresh herbs, Easy to prepare, it’s absolutely packed with rich, savory flavor and is sure to be a Thanksgiving favorite!
Go to the recipe: Sausage Stuffing
5-Ingredient Corn Casserole
Whole kernel corn, cream-style corn, sour cream, butter, and Jiffy Corn muffin mix makes this yummy Corn Casserole Recipe amazingly good… and EASY!
Go to the recipe: 5-Ingredient Corn Casserole
Roasted Broccoli
With all of the heavy food on Thanksgiving, you’ll be extra thankful for this roasted broccoli side dish. The roasted veggies will break up the creamy, cheesy food on your plate and add a nice touch of green. The char on the broccoli will have you going back for seconds and thirds.
Go to the recipe: Roasted Broccoli
Cheesy Mushroom and Green Bean Casserole
These subtle twists give it a not so subtle flavor. The sautéed mushrooms and onions infuse the green beans with a delicious flavor while the pepper jack cheese kicks it up a notch with a bit of spiciness.
Go to the recipe: Cheesy Green Bean Casserole
Mashed Potatoes
Would it really be Thanksgiving if there were no mashed potatoes on the table? Add the traditional food to your Thanksgiving table this year with this mashed potato recipe. The creamy potatoes never get old, no matter how often you make them.
Go to the recipe: Mashed Potatoes
Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole
Take your mashed potatoes to the next level this Thanksgiving with this loaded mashed potato casserole. This loaded mashed potato casserole doesn’t mess around. When it says loaded, it is truly loaded. Along with potatoes, the casserole is stuffed with bacon and cheese. What is not to like?
Go to the recipe: Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Save some space in the oven this Thanksgiving, and take out the air fryer to make Brussels sprouts. Don’t underestimate the air fryer when making this recipe. The little device can make the Brussels sprouts super crispy and roast them perfectly. It will be one recipe that you will keep making after the holiday has passed.
Go to the recipe: Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Cheesy Potatoes
Cheese and potatoes are a true match made in heaven. The combination is always a hit and will have everyone going back for seconds and thirds. You might as well double this recipe for your Thanksgiving feast, as everyone will want to have a scoop on their plate.
Go to the recipe: Cheesy Potatoes
Homemade Cornbread
Skip the classic dinner rolls this Thanksgiving and make homemade cornbread instead. Don’t be intimidated to make cornbread from scratch. It is actually pretty simple and will taste so much better than anything you would buy in the store. If you have any extra cornbread, throw it in the freezer and save it for your Thanksgiving leftovers.
Go to the recipe: Homemade Cornbread
