Best Thanksgiving Recipes (2024)

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By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Updated October 3, 2018

Pull up a chair and and a big cup of coffee, because you’re about to plan Thanksgiving the easy way. No matter if you want to do it like Grandma did, break new ground or just add a couple of new dishes to your tried-and-true menu, you’ll find sensational sides, delicious desserts, no-fail turkey recipes and more right here among Betty’s best Thanksgiving recipes.

So, have you got your menu figured out? Print, save or pin it to make the rest of your planning, shopping and cooking a cinch. Then, peruse the tips below and get excited for your most delicious Thanksgiving to date!

  • Tackling a turkey couldn’t be easier with Betty’s guidance. Learn to roast, wet or dry brine, carve and plate a bird perfectly in this article about how to cook a turkey. And if you’re roasting your turkey, don’t forget to save our handy timetable for roasting poultry to help you out day of!
  • The non-negotiable dishes of Thanksgiving make the holiday, and we look forward to them every year, but we also know that making them can be a bit nerve-racking – what if the gravy turns out lumpy? That’s why we’ve created tutorials to walk you through every step of making these essential dishes. Check out how to make cranberry sauce, how to make mashed potatoes, how to make gravy and how to cook candied sweet potatoes for all the details you need. Finally, don’t forget about Betty’s Thanksgiving Cheat Sheet – for shortcuts that’ll help you orchestrate the whole feast without breaking a sweat.
  • When it comes to dessert, you already know Betty’s your girl. If you’re ready to go all out with some scratch baking, learn everything you need to know to make flawless pie crust, including how to weave a lattice top and other ways to beautify your pie. We’ve also got the nitty-gritty on how to make pumpkin pie and how to make apple pie.
  • And if you are so over pie, don’t worry! There are plenty of other ways to build a perfect Thanksgiving dessert table, so read up for our top tips!

Ready for the big day? Have more questions? Let us know what’s on your mind by leaving a comment below. And if you’re into exploring, there are plenty more Thanksgiving recipes where these came from.

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Best Thanksgiving Recipes (2024)

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What are the top 10 Thanksgiving dishes? ›

Top 10 Thanksgiving Dishes
  1. Turkey.
  2. Stuffing/Dressing.
  3. Pumpkin Pie.
  4. Sweet Potato Casserole.
  5. Mashed Potatoes.
  6. Ham.
  7. Green Bean Casserole.
  8. Cranberry Jelly.
Nov 22, 2023

What is the most popular side dish at Thanksgiving? ›

Mashed potatoes are a traditional Thanksgiving side dish for a reason, and we definitely look forward to serving up this delicious dish every November.

What are 5 traditional Thanksgiving foods? ›

Southern-cuisine expert and cookbook author Diana Rattray has created more than 5,000 recipes and articles in her 20 years as a food writer. The classic Thanksgiving dinner includes old-time favorites that never change: turkey, gravy, stuffing, potatoes, veggies, and pie.

What is a true Thanksgiving dinner? ›

Traditional Thanksgiving dinner includes turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes but the First Thanksgiving likely included wildfowl, corn, porridge and venison.

What are 3 main foods on Thanksgiving? ›

The traditional roasted turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, candied yams, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie are on almost every modern Thanksgiving menu, in some form or variation. This menu has evolved over time and continues to evolve today.

What is the most unpopular Thanksgiving food? ›

Jones shared the following on the most disliked traditional Thanksgiving foods ranked by percentage of how many participants didn't like them:
  • Coleslaw — 25.57%
  • Pumpkin pie — 24.28%
  • Mashed potatoes — 18.66%
  • Macaroni and cheese — 17.47%
  • Carrots — 16.98%
  • Apple pie — 16.29%
  • Corn — 15.50%
  • None of these, I like them all.
Nov 13, 2023

What is the most important meal on Thanksgiving? ›

Turkey. Some would say a turkey is the most important food item at the table. A turkey is the center of the traditional Thanksgiving dinner. In fact, 88 percent of Americans eat Turkey on Thanksgiving, with 46 million Turkeys eaten on the holiday.

How many sides should I make for Thanksgiving? ›

For 4 people, choose 1-2 appetizers and 3 sides. For 8 people, choose 1-3 appetizers and 3 sides. For 16 people, choose 2-3 appetizers and 3 or more sides.

What is the most popular dessert at Thanksgiving? ›

In general, pie reigns supreme as a Thanksgiving dessert. While some families have their nice selections of pie servings, tradition says apple, pumpkin pie, and a southern pecan pie are the go-tos, typically made with a buttery pastry pie crust.

What side dishes can I make ahead for Thanksgiving? ›

Casseroles
  • 1 / 6. Make-Ahead Creamy Mac & Cheese Casserole. ...
  • 2 / 6. Baked Polenta with Greens, Artichokes, and Gruyère. ...
  • 3 / 6. Chickpea Casserole with Lemon, Herbs & Shallots. ...
  • 4 / 6. Cauliflower Mac and Cheese. ...
  • 5 / 6. Loaded Cheesy Cauliflower Bake. ...
  • 6 / 6. Wild Rice and Kale Casserole.

What are the 3 traditional foods Americans eat during Thanksgiving? ›

Along with turkey, stuffing, and cranberry the "traditional" table now included white bread, apple pie, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, and various fruit pies.

What is the least favorite dish for Thanksgiving? ›

According to the poll by Tastes Better from Scratch, green bean casserole and sweet potato casserole were the least-liked Thanksgiving side dishes.

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