Everything But the Turkey: 30 Thanksgiving Recipes

Forget the turkey – it’s the sides, appetizers, desserts and even leftovers that make the holiday so deliciously enjoyable. We’ve got you covered – from breakfast through dinner all weekend – with these 30 fantastic Thanksgiving recipes. Enjoy!

BREAKFAST

CRANBERRY ORANGE BREAD
Make this a day or two before Thanksgiving for an easy, yummy breakfast. Find it on Deliciously Sprinkled.

EASY MINI PUMPKIN CINNAMON ROLLS
Start Thanksgiving on a sweet note with this breakfast treat from Two Peas and Their Pod

COCKTAILS

BOURBON APPLE CIDER
Get the party started with this Thanksgiving cocktail from Set the Table.

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FIZZY GINGER CRANBERRY PUNCH
This bubbly beverage will make everyone smile! From Betty Crocker.

APPETIZERS

SHRIMP SCAMPI DIP
This hot dip will be gone before you know it! From Damn Delicious

TURKEY DAY CHEESE BALL
This is so cute you may note want to eat it – but you should! From Wendy’s Hat.

CANNELLINI BEANS AND MINT HUMMUS
Here’s a healthy alternative for football game munchies. From A Dish of Daily Life.

BAKED BRIE TOPPED WITH CRANBERRY CHUTNEY
How delicious does this look? From Meal Plan Maven.

SAUSAGE BALLS
We predict these will disappear as soon as they’re served! From A Dish of Daily Life.

SIDE DISHES

MY MOM’S CRANBERRY SAUCE 
Put away the can opener and make this instead. From An Affair From the Heart.

LEMONY KALE QUINOA SALAD
This autumn salad is a light accompaniment to more substantial dishes on Thanksgiving. From A Dish of Daily Life.

BAKED SMASHED POTATOES
Potatoes baked AND (s)mashed – what could be better? From The V Spot Blog.

SOURDOUGH MUSHROOM STUFFING
Sharon has made this stuffing every Thanksgiving for years. Her family would be heartbroken if she didn’t! From Country Living.

BALSAMIC GLAZED BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Brussels sprouts because…Brussels sprouts! From Meal Plan Maven.

SWEET POTATOES WITH PECANS AND ORANGE GLAZE
A yummy alternative to the usual mashed and marshmallow-ed version.
From The Mediterranean Dish.

EASY CREAMY CORN CASSEROLE
Corn, just like at the first Thanksgiving – only way better. From Budget Savvy Diva.

SOUTHERN STYLE GREEN BEANS
Everything is better with a little bacon – even Thanksgiving! From Spicy Southern Kitchen.

DREAMY CREAMY VEGAN MASHED POTATOES 
Vegans should enjoy Thanksgiving dinner, too. From Driftwood Gardens.

ROASTED PARSNIPS AND CARROTS WITH A HONEY GLAZE
Colorful and sweet, this vegetable dish will appeal to anyone! From Who Needs a Cape.

ROASTED SWEET POTATOES
A simple but celebratory dish for Thanksgiving. From Body N Soil.

MAKE-AHEAD MASHED POTATOES
Anne’s make-ahead mashed potatoes will make your day a little less hectic – and everyone will love them! On Anne’s blog, Not a Supermom.

DESSERTS

 CHOCOLATE PUMPKIN PIE WITH CHIPOTLE
Vegan and gluten free, a touch of spice makes this super special. From The Recipe Renovator.

CARDAMOM ORANGE COOKIES WITH BROWNED BUTTER TOFFEE ICING 
For something a little different, why not try these cookies? From Table and Hearth.

GLUTEN FREE PUMPKIN COOKIES
These cookies look good enough to eat…and eat…and eat! From Amy In the Kitchen.

SWEET POTATO PIE WITH BOURBON AND SPICE
We can never get enough of sweet potatoes on Thanksgiving – and this pie is a great way to end the meal! From No More Mr. Nice Pie.

THE PIE THAT’LL MAKE YOU CRY
The Pioneer Woman’s pecan pie is a winner! Get out your handkerchief.

photo courtesy Epicurious.com

CINNAMON CRUMBLE APPLE PIE
It just wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without an apple pie. This one, with it’s cinnamon crumble, looks especially delish! From Epicurious.

FOR THE LEFTOVERS

CRESCENT ROLL TURKEY BITES
This easy recipe uses leftover turkey for a simple day-after recipe. From Temecula Blogs.

HOT BROWNS
This open-faced turkey sandwich will be a crowd pleaser during the post-Thanksgiving football festivities. From A Kitchen Hoor.

SENSATIONAL SKINNY TURKEY BARLEY SOUP
If you’re ready to get back to healthy eating after Thanksgiving indulgences, this soup is a great start. From Skinny Kitchen.