99 Best Thanksgiving Side Dishes for the Sideboard

Something magical happens when you mix tender russet potatoes with butter, heavy cream, and some salt. With this recipe, we'll help you achieve mashed potato perfection.

Get the recipe for Best-Ever Mashed Potatoes.

Who'd have guessed the Thanksgiving side we'd be most excited about would be a salad?

Get the recipe for Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Warm Apple Cider Dressing.

If creamed onions are a part of your holiday feast tradition, consider switching it up this year with a tasty update.

Get the recipe for Sweet-and-Sour Onions.

This holiday salad will hold its own at any fall or winter feast.

Get the recipe for Big Green Winter Salad.

This unfussy holiday side is easy to toss together, but make no mistake: the flavor is pure autumn goodness. Use the firmest veggies you can find. You can follow our lead or fill it with your favorite root mix.

Get the recipe for Easy Root Vegetable Gratin.

It's just not a feast without a big basket of biscuits gracing the holiday table. These smart seasoned sides are flavored with chives, asiago cheese, and a smattering of cream cheese to make them extra delicious.

Get the recipe for Cream Cheese Herb Biscuits.

If you've only ever thought of salads as cold, crunchy, or unsatisfying, let this hearty assemblage of roasted squash, baby kale, dates, and almonds tempt you.

Get the recipe for Acorn Squash Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette.

Forget the marshmallow topping: Whip your sweet potatoes thoroughly with a good helping of bourbon, and top them with toasted walnuts instead. You can thank us later.

Get the recipe for Bourbon Yams.

I think we can agree that Nana would not be pleased if you left this off the table.

Get the recipe for Nana’s Famous Corn Pudding.

As far as side dishes go, it will be hard to pass up this broccoli and cauliflower recipe. Even your children won't be able to resist vegetables covered in cheese.

Get the recipe for Broccoli and Cauliflower Gratin.

Pass the rolls, please! In particular, these soft Parker House ones topped with a pinch of sea salt.

Get the recipe for Parker House Rolls.

Second only to turkey, mashed potatoes are a Thanksgiving must-have. These can be made ahead, and get an extra little kick from fresh horseradish.

Get the recipe for Horseradish–Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes.

For those who find the time-honored Thanksgiving condiment a little too mouth-puckering, we offer this sweeter edition.

Get the recipe for Cranberry-Grape Sauce.

We packed all the best flavors of fall into this feast-worthy crunch-fest.

Get the recipe for Kale Salad with Pickled Cranberries.

Topped with bread crumbs and butter and simply baked, onion halves turn sweet and delicious — and unexpected treat. A muffin tin helps them hold their shape.

Get the recipe for Baked Onions with Fennel Breadcrumbs.

Looking for a set-it-and-forget it side? These bite-sized veggie chunks are tossed in oil and herbs, then baked off for an easy dish.

Get the recipe for Roasted Vegetable Mélange.

Give your Thanksgiving a taste of the Chesapeake Bay with this simple heirloom recipe.

Get the recipe for Oyster Pie.

No Thanksgiving table is complete without stuffing. This recipe uses a whole loaf of bread and flavorful herbs—it doesn't get any better than that.

Get the recipe for Fresh Herb Stuffing.

Skip the canned stuff and wow your guests with this more flavorful, prettier (and pretty easy) version made with fresh cranberries!

Get the recipe for Molded Cranberry Sauce.

For a richer, more delicious stuffing, add some Chesapeake Bay flair.

Get the recipe for Oyster Stuffing with Bacon-Scallion Cream Sauce.