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Thanksgiving Recipes: Best Turkey, Stuffing & Side Dish Ideas for a Holiday Feast

A complete Thanksgiving menu featuring the best turkey, stuffing, and side dish recipes for a perfect holiday feast.

  • Total Time: 5 hours
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 whole turkey (14–16 lbs)
  • 2 cups bread cubes
  • 1 lb sausage
  • 4 sweet potatoes
  • 2 cups green beans
  • 1 cup cranberries
  • 3 cups mashed potatoes
  • 1 pie crust
  • 1 cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Step 1:Brine and roast the turkey until golden brown and 165°F internal temperature.
  2. Step 2:Prepare stuffing with bread, herbs, and sausage.
  3. Step 3:Cook mashed potatoes with butter and cream.
  4. Step 4:Make cranberry sauce with sugar and orange juice.
  5. Step 5:Serve with sweet potato casserole and green bean casserole.
  6. Step 6:Finish the meal with pumpkin and pecan pies.

Notes

You can prepare several side dishes ahead of time to save effort on Thanksgiving Day. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey reaches 165°F.

  • Author: Megan
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Holiday Recipes
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: Thanksgiving recipes, turkey recipe, stuffing, side dishes

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