This Thanksgiving Menu will surely please everyone with its mix of traditional favorites and unique dishes. I’m getting a head start on my holiday shopping this year to relax and enjoy the holidays.

Here are some of the best recipes that will be perfect for your Thanksgiving feast. I can’t wait to share them with you!

This Thanksgiving, enjoy a delicious meal with your family and loved ones. I am sharing my favorite recipes for everything from breakfast to dessert. There are recipes for turkey stuffing, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, scalloped sweet potatoes…and more! Give thanks by trying one of these Thanksgiving recipes today!

This Thanksgiving, serve up a mix of traditional favorites and new recipes to please everyone.

Coming up with a menu for Thanksgiving dinner can be quite an undertaking. What should you make? What will everyone like? And, most importantly, what can you make without setting the kitchen on fire?

If you’re looking for inspiration this Thanksgiving, why not try a classic turkey dinner with all the fixings? This menu has everything you need to make a delicious and memorable meal. Plus, it’s easy to prepare so you won’t be stuck in the kitchen all day.

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Thanksgiving Menu ideas

This post covers everything you need to know about what to eat on Thanksgiving day. From the turkey to the dessert, we’ve got you covered. So let’s get started!

  • Breakfast recipes
  • Side dish recipes
  • Dessert recipes, including pies, cakes & bars
  • Turkey recipe
  • Ham recipe

…and more! Give thanks by trying one of these Thanksgiving recipes today!

What are you most looking forward to eating this Thanksgiving? Share your favorite recipes in the comments below!

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Let’s start with the main course! Turkey or Ham? Or both?

Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe

Make Thanksgiving exciting this year with our favorite Maple Glazed Turkey recipe! The dish is easy to make and will leave a memorable impression on your family. The delicious maple glaze is guaranteed to be a hit!

Maple Glazed Turkey

Thanksgiving Ham Recipe

For Thanksgiving, with the oven on full blast for 2 days straight, it is nice to use your slow cooker. This recipe for Crock Pot Ham is insanely delicious and my absolute favorite holiday recipe! Slice, serve, and enjoy this traditional holiday classic.

Instant Pot Turkey Breast

This simple Instant Pot Turkey Breast recipe is full of flavor! It’s cooked in a fantastic sauce with herbs, resulting in a delicious dinner ready in no time with your Instant Pot.

turkey plate with potatoes and stuffing

Your Thanksgiving Menu wouldn’t be complete without side dishes.

I have some great suggestions for delectable Thanksgiving side dishes, whether you’re looking for the classics or something a little different. These selections will make any holiday gathering special, and since I come from a big family, I know what it takes to please a large crowd!

So, if you are in charge of bringing food to this year’s celebrations, look no further – these recipes will guarantee no leftovers.

Stuffing

Stuffing is one of the most popular side dishes during Thanksgiving and for a good reason. It’s the perfect accompaniment to any main dish and will surely be a hit with your guests!

Classic Stuffing

This beloved side dish is a delicious mix of bread, herbs, and dried cherries that goes perfectly with turkey, ham, and gravy.

close up stuffing shot in baking pan

Best Ever Italian Stuffing

My mom’s classic Italian stuffing, which my grandma used to make, is a dish we never skip on Thanksgiving.

Cornbread Stuffing

This Cornbread Stuffing recipe is packed with sausage, herbs, onion, celery, and garlic – holiday staples that will make anyone’s mouth water.

This traditional CORNBREAD STUFFING recipe is full of flavor and loaded with herbs, sausage, onion, celery and garlic; making it a holiday favorite.

Potatoes

Buttery, fluffy mashed potatoes are an essential part of Thanksgiving. But other variations are just as delicious.

The Best Ever Mashed Potatoes

No matter what you’re serving them with or when you’re eating them, these are the best mashed potatoes. They manage to be both light and fluffy while still being rich and creamy.

Creamy Mashed potatoes in serving dish with wooden spoon

Roasted Potatoes

If you’re looking for perfectly roasted potatoes that will be the star of your meal or a great holiday side dish, look no further!

overhead shot roasted potatoes on plate

Skillet Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

This scalloped sweet potato dish is a delicious and elegant twist on the classic holiday dish of scalloped potatoes. Layers of sweet potatoes, cheese, and a white cream sauce create a genuinely mouth-watering meal that your family and friends will love.

overhead shot of scalloped potatoes

Rolls & Bread = Carbs

The Thanksgiving menu wouldn’t be the same if it didn’t include carbs. Am I right, or am I right?

Sweet Dinner Rolls

Our Sweet Dinner Rolls are not only delicious, but they’re also soft and light. They would make the perfect addition to any meal.

pan of baked rolls

White Bread Recipe

This foolproof white bread recipe yield loaves in no time, with only a few necessary ingredients. Store-bought bread gets nothing on the homemade kind!

loaf of homemade white bread

Sweet Potato Focaccia Bread

This flavorful Sweet Potato Focaccia Bread is soft and versatile. It can be used for any meal or as the base for your favorite sandwiches.

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Focaccia Breadsticks

These Focaccia Breadsticks are the perfect way to upgrade your favorite meal. They’re made with crispy Parmesan cheese and garlic crust and are perfectly soft on the inside.

More carbs for your menu.

One of the most popular Thanksgiving dishes among all age groups is mac and cheese. You probably wonder if people eat mac and cheese on such a special occasion. My answer is yes!

It’s not only cozy and delicious, but it also pairs perfectly with turkey for those looking for a traditional dish. If you have vegetarian friends or family members, this side dish can easily be tailored to fit their needs.

Baked Mac and Cheese

Baked Mac and Cheese is an easy recipe that will be a massive hit with everyone this holiday season. It’s a classic Southern dish that appeals to all ages, from young children to adults.

baked mac and cheese on plate

Velveeta Mac and Cheese

Look no further if you want that rich Velveeta taste in your mac and cheese! My grandma’s recipe is creamy, cheesy, and sure to please. It’ll be like taking a trip down memory lane – but tastier!

mac and cheese in bowl with fork

Don’t forget your veggies.

While turkey might take the spotlight on Thanksgiving, let’s not forget how integral side dishes are. Here are a couple of vegetable recipes for the big day.

Green Bean Casserole

This is the best recipe for Green Bean Casserole. Made with cream of mushroom soup, shallots, garlic, white cheddar cheese, and crispy fried onions, this recipe is full of flavor and takes the traditional recipe up a few notches.

green bean casserole in serving dish

Oven Roasted Garlic Asparagus

This easy oven-roasted garlic asparagus is a simple and delicious way to prepare this vegetable in under 20 minutes.

asparagus on baking sheet

Air Fryer Carrots

Learn the best way to make roasted carrots using your air fryer. These Air Fryer Carrots have a sweet touch from a drizzle of honey, and they’re easy and delicious as either a snack or part of a meal.

carrots on plate

Scalloped Corn

My favorite corn dish to both make and eat is Grandma Jane’s, Scalloped Corn. It tastes like a sweet corn souffle, making it all the more delicious.

scalloped corn

Kale Super Salad

This festive salad is lovely to behold, wonderfully tasting, and easy to make ahead – perfect for entertaining a group. Because it’s packed with nutrients, Winter Kale Super Salad is healthful and tasty enough that even the pickiest of eaters will want seconds.

kale salad

Cranberry Grape Compote

Use up Thanksgiving leftovers with this Cranberry Grape Compote recipe. This make-ahead dish is perfect for your holiday table.

cranberry sauce in bowl

Dessert Recipes

A menu is not complete unless it includes something sweet to balance out the savory flavors. After a long day of cooking in the kitchen, you deserve something sweet to tie it all together.

pumpkin pie

Pumpkin Pie, a classic dish especially loved during Thanksgiving, brings warmth, coziness, and the abundance of the harvest season. This yummy pie is made with pumpkin, eggs, cream, and a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.

best pumpkin pie recipe topped with whipped cream

The Best EVER Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

These Pumpkin Bars are the softest, most delicious you will ever have. It is an excellent dessert for any holiday party.

stack of pumpkin bars

Maple Apple Pie

Delicious and perfect for any occasion, homemade apple pie is made even better with a touch of maple syrup in the filling.

Pumpkin Fudge Pie

Traditional pumpkin pie is delicious, but this fudge Pie takes it to a whole new level.

pumpkin fudge pie on plate

Triple Chocolate Pumpkin Cake

This Triple Chocolate Pumpkin Cake is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth during the holidays. It’s a rich chocolate pumpkin cake topped with ganache glaze and chocolate chips, making it insanely delicious.

Pumpkin Zucchini Cake

If you’re looking for a delicious Fall dessert, look no further than this Pumpkin Zucchini Cake! It’s light and fluffy with creamy cheesecake Frosting – yum!

pumpkin layer cake

Chocolate Pecan Pumpkin Pie

If you want a delicious change to your traditional pumpkin pie recipe, try this Chocolate Pecan Pumpkin Pie! The rich chocolate “brownie-like” bottom perfectly complements the classic pumpkin pie filling, and the pecans add a delicious crunch.

Pumpkin Crisp Pie

Imagine all of the best flavors of autumn combined into one delicious pie–that’s Pumpkin Crisp Pie.

pumpkin crisp on plate

Chocolate Mousse Fudge Pie

Chocolate Mousse Fudge Pie is a recipe that dreams are made of- it’s rich, creamy, decadent, and insanely delicious. What more can you want in a dessert? It has a brownie-like fudge base with chocolate mousse on top, whipped topping, and shaved chocolate. This pie recipe will quickly become one of your favorites.

chocolate mousse pie on plate

What Thanksgiving Menu is complete without a breakfast recipe or two?

When it comes to Thanksgiving, most people think of a big turkey dinner. This year on your holiday celebration day, why not serve up something different than just regular old scrambled eggs? Here are some great ideas for your own family’s Thanksgiving morning feast!

cinnamon rolls

Cinnamon Rolls are a weekend favorite in our house—soft cinnamon rolls topped with a cream cheese frosting. Bread machine or not – this recipe is simple to make.

single cinnamon roll with frosting

Ham and Cheese Quiche

Ham and Cheese Quiche is an easy recipe that can be enjoyed at any time of day.

ham and cheese quiche on plate

Sausage Quiche

I am always surprised when my family tells me how much they love this quiche because it is so easy to make. We have it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner now!

sausage quiche on plate

Ranch Bacon Potato Quiche

If you love breakfast burritos, this Ranch Bacon Potato Quiche is for you! It’s got all of the flavors you love stuffing into a pie crust. The ingredients list includes Monterey Jack cheese, potatoes, bacon, and ranch seasoning.

bacon potato quiche

Caramel Pecan Rolls

These Caramel Pecan Rolls are guaranteed to make your mornings infinitely better. They’re just the right amount of sticky and cheesy, plus they smell delightful. Your family will love waking up to these!

pecan rolls on plate

Simple Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake

By adding pumpkin spice to this coffee cake, you’ll create a delicious twist on the classic coffee cake.

pumpkin coffee cake on plate

Pumpkin Spice Monkey Bread

Deliciously sweet and caramel crusted, this recipe for pumpkin spice monkey bread is the perfect sweet pastry.

monkey bread on plate

Chocolate Pumpkin Swirl Muffins

If you love chocolate and pumpkin, then you’re going to adore these Chocolate Pumpkin Swirl Muffins! They are the ideal way to enjoy the holiday season.

muffins stacked with chocolate chip

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