Alright people, it’s go time. Clear your schedule, grab your grocery list, and let’s get organized for Thanksgiving! I realize I may be a little late to the game in terms of planning. I definitely have friends who have had their menu planned for weeks already! If that’s you, bravo. If not, or if you just need a few more last minute ideas, I’ve got a list of recipes that would be perfect for your Thanksgiving table this year! Let’s do this!
APPS:
Spice Roasted Almonds – My fave holiday (or anytime) snack. GREAT for the holiday and SO easy!
Grilled Mascarpone & Goat Cheese Crostini w/ Burst Tomatoes & Balsamic Glaze – So much flavor and so pretty!
Baked Brie w/ Honey, Cranberries, & Pistachios – Classic.
Garlic & Herb Mushroom Toast – The best “fancy” appetizer to really wow your guests.
Mini Chopped Caesar Salad Cups – I automatically love anything mini.
Baked Apple Chips – For anyone trying to keep it healthy.
Cheesy Caramelized Onion & Mushroom Dip – Grab your sweatpants.
Spinach & Peach Salsa Dip – Insane.
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus – Love the color, and perfect with some chips and veggies.
Baked Brown Rice Mushroom Risotto Balls – I could eat 100 of these.
SOUPS/SALADS
Butternut Squash Soup – Creamy and delish, and dairy free!
Roasted Sweet Potato & Cauliflower Soup w/ Honey Whipped Burrata – That whipped burrata tho.
Chopped Kale Salad w/ Pecans, Cranberries, & Herb Vinaigrette – Greatest dressing ever!
Farro, Roasted Beet & Citrus Salad – Just so pretty.
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad w/ Black Rice, Dates, & Cashews – Great option for Thanksgiving.
Roasted Sweet Potato & Wild Rice Salad – Yes please.
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad w/ Peanuts, Cranberries & Parmesan – This flavor combo is perfection.
Kale, Brussels Sprouts, & Sweet Potato Salad – One of my faves.
SIDES:
Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes – Life changing.
Chestnut Herb Stuffing – The stuffing of all stuffings.
Cornbread w/ Whipped Honey Butter – You’ll never make cornbread from a box again.
Creamy Polenta w/ Roasted Butternut Squash & Brussels Sprouts – I. Love. Polenta.
Whipped Sweet Potato Casserole w/ Pecan Crumble Topping – So so so good.
Roasted Snow Peas w/ Brussels Sprouts & Almonds – Everyone loves this!
Green Bean & Sugar Snap Pea Salad – Sometimes simple is best.
Brown Butter Brussels Sprouts – You had me a brown butter.
Spicy String Beans w/ Crushed Macadamia Nuts – Classy and elegant.
Corn Pudding – The most underrated dish on my site. It’s INSANE.
Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes – Great for sneaking in those veggies.
Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts w/ Goat Cheese & Almonds – Yes to anything maple.
Cranberry Applesauce – GORGEOUS!
DESSERTS:
Puff Pastry Apple Tarts – For anyone who’s afraid to make a pie.
Brown Sugar Pumpkin Cookies – So soft and chewy.
Pumpkin Cake w/ Vanilla Cinnamon Glaze – The perfect pumpkin cake.
No-Churn Pumpkin Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream – Do it.
No-Churn Cheesecake S’mores Ice Cream – The dreamiest creamiest ice cream.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Brownie Trifle – Feeds a crowd!
Cookie Crack – Addicting.
Chocolate Dipped Rice Krispie Treats w/ Sprinkles – Simple and makes everyone happy.
Pumpkin Chocolate Swirl Muffins – Love.
Happy planning! xo
Megan @ MegUnprocessed
What a wonderful resource!
Diane Williams
Beautiful collection! I’m seeing some really interesting ideas here. Time to go recipe exploring. Thanks for all the inspiration
Life is but a Dish
Thank you Diane! Happy Thanksgiving!
Renee - Kudos Kitchen
You’ve certainly wet my whistle for the big day. These recipes all sound so delicious, and are worthy to be eaten year-round. Not just at Thanksgiving!
Cathy Trochelman
What a gorgeous collection!