Friday Four 11: Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes (2024)

posted November 7, 2014 by Julie // 14 Comments »

Happy Friday to you.

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Are you happy it’s Friday? I am. I know, I say that every week. But Friday makes me so happy that I HAVE to repeat it every week.

We count down to Friday at work. On Wednesday, we start saying “it’s almost Friday.” On Friday, we’re like IT’S FRIDAY!.” Last Friday was like a total donut fest at work. It was Halloween so I decided to bring in a dozen Halloween donuts from Dunkin Donuts. So did everyone else. And even a customer, too. There were donuts EVERYWHERE. Which isn’t bad, unless you hate donuts. But who the heck hates donuts?

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ON THE BLOG:This week I shared this Creamy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad and these Four Ingredient BBQ Chicken Crescent Roll Ups. For your sweet tooth, I shared this Snickers Chocolate Peanut Butter Pumpkin Fudge.

IN MY LIFE: Halloween was a bit…crazy. We only had five or sixtrick-or-treators. So we took to drinking some beers and hanging out with the neighbors. Ken and one of the neighbors were telling fast drivers to slow down. One lady got really mad at them and started yelling at them, saying she’s been driving for 50 years and there was no way she was driving fast. But she was. Another neighbor’s friend’s car got towed. They parked it inourneighbors yard. The tow truck guy came and towed it away. They were not happy. A lot of screaming and ruckus went of for a few minutes with them. But our little group kept having a good time!

Today I’m sharing four of my favorite Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes with you. All are homemade. All are ridiculously good. Enjoy the recipes!

Four Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes

Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel

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Homemade Cornbread Dressing

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

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Homemade Cranberry Sauce

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Looking for even more Thanksgiving Side Dish recipes? Check out this round-up I created last year!

20 Homemade Holiday Side Dishes

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14 comments on “Friday Four 11: Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes”

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    Sarah @ The Gold Lining Girl 11/07/2014 @ 7:59 am Reply

    Those side dishes are to-die-for! I’m such a sucker for sweet potato casserole especially! Looks fantastic. I love that greeting card thing about the donuts! Lol! Sounds like a fun day at work – too many donuts is not a bad problem to have, right? :) Have a great weekend, Julie!

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      Julie Murkerson 11/07/2014 @ 10:29 pm Reply

      I love sweet potato casserole! But I tell ya, I cannot tell you what my favorite side dish is as I love them all and every time I take a bite out of one, I think it’s my fav!

      Hope you have a great weekend, Sarah!

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    Paula 11/07/2014 @ 4:54 pm Reply

    I only just tried brussel sprouts for the first time this summer and I’m totally and completely in love with them! Great recipes !

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      Julie Murkerson 11/07/2014 @ 10:26 pm Reply

      Thank you, Paula! I used to hate brussels sprouts but then last year, I tried them at a restaurant and I was like YUM! So I made this recipe and I cannot get enough of them now!

      Thanks for stopping by and for the compliment, too!

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    Ashley+|+Spoonful+of+Flavor 11/08/2014 @ 8:40 am Reply

    I want to celebrate Thanksgiving now so that I can eat all of these delectable side dishes! I can never get enough of brussels sprouts but have never roasted them with bacon. I’ll have to try that next time! Have a great weekend, Julie!

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      Julie Murkerson 11/16/2014 @ 3:12 pm Reply

      Oh you will want to eat the ENTIRE pan of them when roasting them with bacon. SO good. I made them the night before Thanksgiving last year and almost ate all of them before even taking them over to my mom’s house!

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    Carol+at+Wild+Goose+Tea 11/08/2014 @ 9:26 pm Reply

    Some excellent suggestions for some side dishes. I am not doing the full monty this year. I am not sure what I am going to be designated to bring. These dishes got me thinking.

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      Julie Murkerson 11/16/2014 @ 3:11 pm Reply

      They are all so good and I can’t really choose a fav because I think ALL of them are my fav! But if you want to do something quick and easy that won’t take up too much time, I’d go for the sweet potato casserole!

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    francesca 11/09/2014 @ 2:51 am Reply

    we always have a liitle expat thanksgiving over here to try and keep up with tradition – plus any excuse to over eat with friends is welcomed. Might add that sweet potato pie to the line up!

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      Julie Murkerson 11/16/2014 @ 3:09 pm Reply

      The sweet potato casserole is a must try for sure, Francesca! LOVE that you do a little Thanksgiving celebration, too. :)

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    Louisa [Living Lou] 11/09/2014 @ 8:13 am Reply

    The sides really are the best part about Thanksgiving, well, maybe other than the desserts. Love the four you’ve posted here, staples for us!

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      Julie Murkerson 11/16/2014 @ 3:09 pm Reply

      Thank you, Louisa! Glad you enjoyed these recipes in this collection!

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FAQs

What is the most popular side dish served on Thanksgiving Day? ›

Honestly, there's no bad way to cook a potato. Three of the New York Times cooking section's most popular Thanksgiving recipes are potato-related: a mashed potato casserole, potato gratin and cheddar mashed potatoes.

What is the favorite Thanksgiving side dish survey? ›

Here are the top 5 most popular side dishes in 2023:
  • Mashed Potatoes.
  • Stuffing/Dressing.
  • Mac and Cheese (new to the top 5 for 2023)
  • Yams/Sweet Potatoes.
  • Green Bean Casserole.
Nov 17, 2023

How many Thanksgiving side dishes are there? ›

How many dishes should I serve with the turkey? 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 are non starchy vegetables for Thanksgiving? ›

Artichokes, asparagus, beets, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, carrots, cauliflower, eggplant, green beans, greens, mushrooms, peppers, radishes, summer squash, tomatoes and turnips are just some examples of non-starchy vegetables.

What is the least favorite side dish for Thanksgiving? ›

And the least favorite side dish for Americans on Thanksgiving is -- green bean casserole. 31.4 percent of people surveyed do not like it.

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 second most consumed food on Thanksgiving? ›

After turkey, mashed potatoes rank as the most popular Thanksgiving dish as of 2020.

How many potatoes per person for Thanksgiving? ›

With this guide, all amounts will feed everyone at the table and provide some leftovers. Because leftovers are the best part. Potatoes or sweet potatoes: 5 to 6 ounces per person, which equals about 1 large Yukon Gold or white potato, or half of a large sweet potato.

What are 4 other traditional Thanksgiving foods? ›

The classic Thanksgiving dinner includes old-time favorites that never change: turkey, gravy, stuffing, potatoes, veggies, and pie. But the way these dishes are made or added to is everchanging because of food trends and different dietary requirements.

What can you make ahead of time for Thanksgiving dinner? ›

Dishes you should definitely make in advance
  • Thanksgiving stuffing. "We always make my mom's sweet potato stuffing ahead of time. ...
  • Casserole. "Pretty much anything with 'casserole' in the name is built for being made in advance." — ...
  • Mise en place. ...
  • Gravy. ...
  • Turkey and chicken stock. ...
  • Most desserts. ...
  • Brussels sprouts. ...
  • Dinner rolls.
Nov 14, 2023

What can I eat for Thanksgiving besides turkey? ›

Cornish game hen, goose, duck, ham, beef, salmon, and mushroom recipes make worthy centerpieces for holiday meals. This is collaborative content from Food & Wine's team of experts, including staff, recipe developers, chefs, and contributors.

What is an acidic side dish for Thanksgiving? ›

Cranberry sauce: Traditionally cranberry sauce is the only true source of acid on the Thanksgiving table. So don't forget it!

Are pinto beans a non-starchy vegetable? ›

Starchy types include potatoes, corn and beans, while non-starchy types include broccoli, tomatoes and zucchini. The key distinction between the two lies in their total content of starch, a type of carbohydrate. However, these vegetables do have a number of other differences.

What do most people serve for Thanksgiving dinner? ›

But a few things are guaranteed, no matter where I am or who I'm with: There will be turkey; there will be stuffing; there will be cranberry sauce, gravy, potatoes, and pie.

What is the most popular vegetable dish served at American Thanksgiving dinner? ›

The Best Vegetable Sides for Thanksgiving

Whether you choose corn, a classic green bean casserole or your family's favorite potato dish, veggie sides add so much color (and flavor) to your holiday table.

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