51 Unforgettable Thanksgiving Recipes You Don't Wanna Miss

While the true spirit of Thanksgiving is family, friends, and counting our blessings, there's no denying that food plays a huge part in the holiday as well. Most of us have a few core recipes we make every year, but why not mix things up? These Thanksgiving recipes will give you plenty of options to choose from this turkey day and your Thanksgiving will be more delicious than ever!

How To Make Candied Sweet Potatoes

Close-up of honey-glazed sweet potato slices garnished with a sprig of rosemary. — How To Make Candied Sweet Potatoes. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

How to Make Candied Sweet Potatoes recipe shows how to oven bake the best, easy, old fashioned, southern, quick candied maple sweet potatoes!
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Baked Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

A fork holding a serving of cheesy, baked macaroni and cheese with a golden brown crust—truly one of the favorite side dishes and a staple in house recipes. — Baked Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas

These Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes are a simple dish with sliced potatoes, onions and cheese baked in the most flavorful, creamy cheese sauce ever! It's perfect for family dinners but also a holiday favorite.
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Brown Sugar Ham With Bourbon Glaze

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This brown sugar ham recipe with bourbon glaze will delight the taste buds and impress your guests. It's the perfect sugar-coated ham for any occasion.
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Slow Cooker Turkey Wings

A turkey wing on a plate with mashed potatoes and broccoli. — Slow Cooker Turkey Wings. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This recipe for Crockpot Turkey Wings is simple yet delicious! The spice rub adds tons of flavor and the slow cooker keeps the turkey super juicy on the inside.
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Slow Cooker Turkey Legs

Two turkey legs on plate with forkful and mashed potato and broccoli. — Slow Cooker Turkey Legs. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This easy recipe for Slow Cooker Turkey Legs is a must-try dinner. The turkey stays moist and juicy while taking on tremendous flavor from all of the spices.
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Turkey Cake Pops

A chocolate truffle decorated to look like a turkey, featuring candy corn feathers, candy eyes, and a red heart-shaped wattle—one of the 29 easy recipes perfect for your festive celebrations. — Turkey Cake Pops. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

These Thanksgiving turkey cake pops are as adorable as they are delicious. These easy cake pops come together quickly and are so cute!
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Leftover Turkey Dinner Muffins

Close-up of a savory turkey muffin topped with gravy on a white plate, garnished with parsley and red berries. Another dinner muffin and part of a muffin tin are visible in the background. — Leftover Turkey Dinner Muffins. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Leftover Turkey Dinner Muffins are so delicious and we love making them every time we have a turkey dinner! Turkey, mashed potato, stuffing and cheese!
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Leftover Turkey Mashed Potato Stuffing Burgers

A leftover mashed potato stuffing burger topped with gravy on some lettuce. — Leftover Turkey Mashed Potato Stuffing Burgers. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

These Leftover Turkey Mashed Potato Stuffing Burgers are absolutely delicious! Leftover mashed potatoes, turkey, stuffing and gravy! Definitely worth a try!
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Apple Cream Cheese Crescent Ring

Apple-filled strudel, drizzled with vanilla icing. — Apple Cream Cheese Crescent Ring. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This apple cream cheese crescent ring is so easy and delicious! Try this fruity crescent ring dessert, and you'll be in love in no time.
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Air Fryer Ham With Pineapple Glaze

A close-up of a baked ham topped with pineapple rings and maraschino cherries, sliced and arranged on a plate. — Air Fryer Ham With Pineapple Glaze. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Air fryer ham flavored with pineapple, brown sugar, and Coca Cola cooks up juicy, sweet, and takes very little time to make.
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Air Fryer Turkey Legs

A roasted chicken drumstick garnished with chopped herbs is served on a plate.

Air Fryer Turkey Legs are easy to make, so juicy and crispy on the outside. This fair food can be made at home and tastes just as delicious.
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Apple Or Blueberry Hand Pies

A plate of assorted mini pies, some cut open revealing apple and berry fillings. — Apple Or Blueberry Hand Pies. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Apple or Blueberry Hand Pies, also Mini Pocket Pies, make fruit, berry or apple turnovers, made with a homemade pie filling and crust or store bought.
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Old Fashioned Apple Turnover Recipe

Freshly baked apple turnovers in a rustic woven basket lined with a cloth. — Old Fashioned Apple Turnover Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This old fashioned apple turnover recipe is easy to make and it includes crispy puff pastry and sweet apple middle.
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Baked Garlic Butter Carrots

Roasted carrots seasoned with herbs and garlic. — Baked Garlic Butter Carrots. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Garlic Butter Carrots are easy and delicious, roasted at 350 degrees, cut or sliced in your favorite shape or using baby carrots, this dish doesn't disappoint.
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Carrots Lyonnaise

A bowl of cooked seasoned carrots. — Carrots Lyonnaise. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Carrots Lyonnaise is so tasty. Carrots, onions and peppers, sliced as you desire, create this delicious vegetable side! Perfect for any day of the week!
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Easy Cheesy Mexican Corn Casserole

A photo of a metal spoon about to serve a serving of corn casserole. — Easy Cheesy Mexican Corn Casserole. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This Mexican Corn Casserole recipe has all the bright flavors of Mexican street corn, right off the cob! It is easy-to-make and incredibly delicious.
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Cranberry Balsamic Sauce

A close-up of a wooden spatula stirring a pot of chunky, red cranberry sauce. — Holiday Roast Beef With Cranberry Balsamic Sauce. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Cranberry Balsamic Sauce is tangy and sweet and makes for the perfect relish to top meat with. No need to wait for the holidays to enjoy.
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Cream Cheese Corn Casserole With Bacon And Ham

A plate of cheesy corn casserole mixed with bacon pieces, topped with parsley, makes for one of the most delicious vegetable sides. — Cream Cheese Corn Casserole With Bacon And Ham. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Cream Cheese Corn Casserole is a filling and decadent side dish made with cheese, ham, and bacon. It's a favorite holiday recipe.
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Dr. Pepper Glazed Ham (Crock Pot And Oven)

Close-up of a sliced, slow cooker glazed ham garnished with rosemary sprigs, resting on a bed of mashed potatoes. — Dr. Pepper Glazed Ham (Crock Pot And Oven). Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Soda pop is the secret to the best crockpot ham!! Cooking ham in the crockpot has never been better than this Dr. Pepper ham recipe.
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Green Beans With Bacon And Brown Sugar

Close-up of a fork lifting green beans cooked with bits of bacon, small pieces of tomato, and a hint of brown sugar. — Green Beans With Bacon And Brown Sugar. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

These green beans with bacon and brown sugar are so addictive, you can’t stop eating them. That's why they're called crack green beans!
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Homemade Pumpkin Praline Pie

This homemade Pumpkin Praline Pie recipe has the best of everything! It's a creamy spiced pumpkin pie with a sweet, crunchy pecan topping.
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Easy Instant Pot Spiral Ham

If you've ever wondered how to cook ham in an instant pot, I have the best instant pot spiral ham recipe for you.
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Best Cranberry Sauce Muffins

If you haven’t sampled our leftover cranberry sauce muffins before then you’re in for a treat! These may be called “cruffins” in some circles
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Turkey Pot Pie With Stuffing Crust

Turkey pot pie topped with stuffing. — Turkey Pot Pie With Stuffing Crust. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Turkey pot pie with stuffing crust gives us all the flavor of turkey and dressing without all the work. It's easy and so delicious.
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Apple Upside Down Cake

Tender apples, rich caramel, and warm spices come together in this soft, moist, and luxurious apple upside down cake recipe that's a great fall dessert to try!
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The Best Baked Honey Maple Carrots

Close-up of glazed carrots garnished with chopped parsley. — The Best Baked Honey Maple Carrots. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas

The Best Baked Honey Maple Carrots are a definite favorite around here. The right amount of flavor and seasoning make this recipe a definite keeper!
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The Best Oven Roasted Turkey

Oven Roasted Turkey served on a serving tray with cherries around it as garnish, — The Best Oven Roasted Turkey. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

The Best Oven Roasted Turkey is simply the best turkey recipe! This article reviews preparing a turkey and how to cook a turkey in the oven!
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Pumpkin Pie With Graham Cracker Crust

Half of a pumpkin pie with a gram cracker crust. — Pumpkin Pie With Graham Cracker Crust. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This pumpkin pie with graham cracker crust recipe is a new, delicious twist on a classic. The graham cracker and pumpkin are the perfect pair.
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Pumpkin Mousse Pie

A fork holds a bite of a creamy pumpkin cheesecake topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon on a white plate, perfect for those who enjoy pumpkin recipes year-round. — Pumpkin Mousse Pie. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

No-bake Pumpkin Mousse Pie is a decadent, smooth, creamy treat packed with fall spices and flavors perfect for any occasion. This dessert does not disappoint.
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Pumpkin Pie Twist

These crescent roll pumpkin pie twists are full of delicious pumpkin pie flavor, a simple glaze, and flaky, golden brown crescent dough.
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Sweet And Sour Green Beans And Corn Recipe

A dish containing cooked green beans and corn kernels, served as a vegetable side on a white and gold-rimmed plate with gold utensils to the side. — Sweet And Sour Green Beans And Corn Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Corn and green beans are an often overlooked vegetable combination! Yet, this sweet and tangy green beans and corn recipe makes it sing! It makes a delicious vegetable side that can be served hot or cold with a wide variety of meals.
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Scalloped Corn Casserole With Ritz Crackers

Close-up of a cheesy corn casserole topped with bread crumbs. — Scalloped Corn Casserole With Ritz Crackers. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas

This creamy scalloped corn casserole with a buttery Ritz cracker topping requires just a few ingredients and comes together quickly. Scalloped Corn Casserole with Ritz Crackers is a side everyone will enjoy.
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Slow Cooker Turkey Breast

Slices of seasoned roast turkey with gravy being poured overtop. — Slow Cooker Turkey Breast. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Slow Cooker Turkey Breast is juicy, tender and flavorful turkey breast. Using the slow cooker takes all the work out of this tasty meal.
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Slow Cooker Turkey And Stuffing Casserole

Close-up of a fork digging into a creamy chicken and rice casserole. — Slow Cooker Turkey And Stuffing Casserole. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Turkey and Stuffing Casserole is easy to make, and makes for a great weeknight dinner. Great Thanksgiving taste any day of the year!
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Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn Casserole

A wooden spoon holding a portion of baked casserole with visible sweet corn, cheese, and sprinkled herbs is the perfect addition to your vegetable sides, enhancing any meal with its vibrant flavors. — Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn Casserole. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Mexican street corn casserole is so good and so easy. This slow cooker corn casserole, also called elote corn casserole, is the perfect side.
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Easy Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce

A white bowl filled with cranberry sauce, garnished with an orange peel curl. — Easy Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This tangy Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce, with a hint of orange and cinnamon, is the perfect accompaniment to your holiday table. Quick & easy!
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Candied Sweet Potato Casserole Two Ways

A close-up of a sweet potato casserole topped with melted marshmallows being spooned out of a baking dish. — Candied Sweet Potato Casserole Two Ways. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

We have a marshmallow sweet potato casserole and brown sugar pecan sweet potato casserole recipe for you today. One candied sweet potato casserole two ways!
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Quick And Easy Balsamic Green Beans

A close-up image of a plate of sautéed green beans garnished with chopped garlic, perfect as vegetable sides. — Quick And Easy Balsamic Green Beans. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This Sweet Garlic Balsamic Green Beans recipe is made with fresh green beans that are sauteed to perfection! It's the perfect answer to a quick and easy side for all types of meals.
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Grandma Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

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This grandma old fashioned sweet potato pie recipe really is just like grandma used to make. Every bite is sweet nostalgia!
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The Best Old Fashioned Fresh Apple Cake

A slice of sticky toffee apple pudding with vanilla ice cream on top, drizzled with caramel sauce, on a plate. — The Best Old Fashioned Fresh Apple Cake. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

The Best Old Fashioned Fresh Apple Cake recipe is so easy, moist, full of fresh apples, nuts, raisins, cinnamon and is the best recipe ever!
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Caramel Apple Crisp

Caramel Apple Pecan Crisp in a white bowl with ice cream. — Caramel Apple Pecan Crisp. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This caramel apple crisp is full of tender apples, caramel, pecans, and raisins! It's a tasty treat with or without ice cream!
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Easy Sweet Green Beans

A dish of cooked green beans, glossy and green, served as a vegetable side in a white rectangular dish on a wooden table. — Easy Sweet Green Beans. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This easy sweet green beans recipe is ready in a flash and so delicious. Sweet and tangy, it's the best green bean recipe ever!
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Dijon Maple Glazed Spiral Ham

A glazed, sliced ham is shown up close on a plate, reminiscent of a festive Christmas meal, with a fork gently piercing a piece of it. — Dijon Maple Glazed Spiral Ham. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This Dijon Maple Glazed Spiral Ham recipe is delicious and perfect for entertaining or when you want an easy meal with great leftovers.
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Muffin Tin Apple Pies

Close-up of a bitten mini apple pie topped with whipped cream and sprinkled with cinnamon, with more apple pies blurred in the background. — Muffin Tin Apple Pies. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Muffin Tin Apple Pies are the perfect handheld dessert, are soft baked and stuffed with flavorful apple pie filling cooked in less than 30 minutes.
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Perfect Bar Pumpkin Pie

A slice of pumpkin bar pie topped with whipped cream on a plate, with a gold Pillsbury fork taking a bite. — Perfect Bar Pumpkin Pie. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Perfect Bar Pumpkin Pie sweet pumpkin pie bars that have a soft doughy crust. This delicious pumpkin bars make for a great fall dessert.
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Smoked Apple Pie

This smoked apple pie recipe gives a new twist to an old favorite. Sweet apple filling in a buttery crust is smoked to delicious perfection.
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Smoked Pecan Pie

A slice of pecan pie topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. — Smoked Pecan Pie. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Smoked pecan pie made with maple syrup and served up a light, flaky and buttery crust makes the most scrumptious pecan pie ever! Its cooked in the smoker adding a touch of smoky flavor to the sweetness of the pie.
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Smoked Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin pie topped with whipped cream. — Smoked Pumpkin Pie. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Bake up your pumpkin pie in the smoker to make a smoked pumpkin pie that's sure to be a hit! An ultra creamy and well-spiced pumpkin pie recipe that's even better with little hint of smokiness.
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Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

Close-up of a fork holding a bite of loaded mashed potatoes topped with melted cheese, bacon bits, and chopped chives. — Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Our Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole is truly amazing! Filled with cheeses, bacon, crispy fried onions, flavored sour cream and more!
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Balsamic Roasted Carrots With Onions

Plate of glazed sweet potatoes with caramelized onions, garnished with chopped fresh herbs. — Balsamic Roasted Carrots With Onions. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This recipe for Sweet Balsamic Roasted Carrots and Onions is so easy and super delicious! The flavors blend perfectly together!
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Sweet Potato Sheet Pan

A plate of roasted vegetables including brussels sprouts, carrots, and green beans. — Sweet Potato Sheet Pan. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Sweet Potato Sheet Pan dinners are easy to prepare, flavorful, versatile, healthy, a wonderful, vibrant blend of sweet and savory with minimal cleanup.
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