The Ultimate Thanksgiving Guide

Short on time and supplies? Don't panic! Each of these festive and easy cookies calls for less than 10 ingredients. 

When giving edible gifts, it's all about the presentation. Try one, or all, of our easy (and inexpensive!) cookie packaging ideas this holiday season.

Gooey, chewy, and straight-from-the-oven, these tried-and-true cookie recipes warm tummies and hearts.

Unsure what to do with all of those Thanksgiving leftovers? While most people will have heard of putting them to work in a casserole, a breakfast casserole might be a new idea.

Don’t know what to do with all the leftover pumpkin pie filling from Thanksgiving? Try making these easy leftover pumpkin pie filling recipes.

From classic gravy recipes to quick five-ingredient sauces, we have a gravy recipe to suit every kind of cook and palate.

Thanksgiving doesn't have to be unhealthy. Whether you're looking for a main course (try our Perfect Roast Turkey) or a sweet treat to enjoy after the big meal (you'll love our reduced-fat Cranberry Swirl Cheesecake Pie), we've got you covered from dinner to dessert. 

Look no further for the perfect sweet potato casserole.

The turkey may be the star of the show, but mashed potatoes are undoubtedly the workhorse of every Thanksgiving table. Whether prepared in a Crock-pot or an Instant Pot, made with olive oil or buttermilk, or flavored with garlic or chocolate (yes, you read that right), everyone loves this holiday staple. Check out our favorite Thanksgiving mashed potato recipes before you plan the big meal this year. 

There's no occasion more deserving of creamy, decadent mac and cheese than Thanksgiving. Even though mac and cheese is an everyday dish, there's plenty you can do to make it special. These mac and cheese recipes are all worth a spot at the coveted Thanksgiving table.

Prep your palate for the main course with a fragrant and flavorful salad course loaded with seasonal fruits and vegetables.

Out of time for a delicious, homemade Thanksgiving spread? Think again! Check out these super-simple and quick recipes for traditional dishes before you resort to calling the local diner for pick-up.

Thanksgiving is the feast that keeps on giving. Here are some great ways to use your leftovers for some great meals and sides.

Step away from that Tofurky! A vegetarian Thanksgiving table doesn't have to be bland. These meatless recipes⁠—like this Acorn Squash with Wild Rice Stuffing or this Spiralized Squash and Caramelized Onion Galette⁠—prove that a turkey-less holiday is anything but boring. 

This Thanksgiving, take a mental vacation to simpler times by whipping out a few retro-inspired dishes.

Turkey who? These Thanksgiving-ready casseroles will steal the spotlight on Turkey Day. From holiday classics like sweet potato and green bean to more unique options like loaded baked potato and fish and fennel, we've got Thanksgiving dinner (and beyond) covered. 

The turkey may be the star of the show, but Thanksgiving isn't complete without an array of veggie-based side dishes. Lucky for you, we've got plenty to choose from. Some are healthy, like this Sweet Potato and Chard Salad, and some are more indulgent, like these creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes With Chile-Paprika Butter. Rest assured, though—they're all delicious. 

From Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce and Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes to Slow Cooker Turkey and Dressing, these recipes make the most of hard-working kitchen tools and appliances like the slow cooker, Instant Pot, and trusty sheet pan.

In a perfect world, Thanksgiving would go off without a hitch. Shopping wouldn't be stressful, hosting for the first time wouldn't be overwhelming, and leftovers would get used up way before they became boring. Of course, this world isn't perfect, and hangups happen. That's why we've rounded up every solution to Thanksgiving conundrums we have to offer. Whether you're hosting on a budget, can't get that pie recipe down, or just want a new way to repurpose leftovers, we've got you covered. 

Fall in love with one of our handpicked fresh, canned, or dried cranberry recipes.

Though we typically think of corn as a summertime staple, there's no denying that corn puddings and casseroles frequently turn up on holiday tables around the country. Whether you're looking for a healthy side (like this Black Bean and Corn Salad) or an indulgent dish (we're lookin' at you, Corn Pudding Casserole), these Thanksgiving corn recipes will become a holiday tradition. 

Get your holiday meal on the table in no time flat with these quick-and-easy recipes.

Cut back on the kitchen chaos this holiday with our best ever make-ahead Thanksgiving appetizers. Preparing your apps the night before will allow you to sleep in, enjoy the day, and, most importantly, spend more time eating than cooking on Turkey Day. 

Brussels sprouts reach their peak season in fall, so they're a natural choice for the holiday table. From indulgent casseroles (like this basic Brussels Sprouts Casserole) to healthy sides (like this Caesar Brussels Sprouts Salad with Almonds), these are our absolute best Thanksgiving brussels sprouts recipes.