Let’s face it guys we all know that no matter how we dress the turkey the side dishes always take the main stage at Thanksgiving! People might ooooh and ahhhh over the turkey on the center of the table, but what do they reach for? The sides!
Now each forkful of that turkey can be masked with what you really want to be eating. These are our favorite T-Giving side dishes here on MM blog. You can never have enough of these dishes at Thanksgiving. Whatever doesn’t get finished off on November 24th will be enjoyed even more the days to follow. Thanksgiving leftovers are always the biggest treat of all.
Sweet potato mashers are great, but these sides make take them to even higher levels!
What is it about the mouthwatering combo of butter, sweet potatoes and maple syrup? Its unquestionably the best ever. Add some spicy chipotle and you’ve got a heavenly side.These Cinnamon Chipotle Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes are one of the best things you will ever eat!
Bacon Maple Sweet Potatoes Let’s face it, everyone would much rather pig out on bacon than turkey! These sweet potatoes are everything but boring, smothered with maple syrup & baked up with bacon grease.
Topped with bacon crumbles of course!
Loaded Scalloped Sweet Potato Casserole. Again we have bacon here, you can never have too much of that, right?
One more orange veg ingredient before we move on: These Mandarin Roasted Carrots are full of citrus flavor!
Now it’s time to get your greens on!
Green bean sides don’t need to be gloppy, these fresh takes make the most of this gorgeous veg. Green Beans with Beech Mushrooms & Olives Olive lovers this ones for you! Nothing like the fresh taste of green beans sautéed up with briny olives and earthy mushrooms.
Green Beans with Toasted Almonds & Quinoa This recipe eats like a meal. Enjoy any time of the year!
Green Beans with Leeks & Feta Add some fresh lemon zest to these and you have a bright, light and delicious side o’ green beans.
Brussels sprouts never need to be boring again! First up you gotta try these Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts, Blue Cheese and Cranberries. Up your game & you will see these side dishes gobbled up before you know it!
Ever have bourbon with your cranberries? Try it folks, you’ll love it! A wonderful boozy treat. Maple Bourbon Cranberry Sauce
Surfing is always a T-Giving favorite. These two are different than the norm and way more tasty! Sausage & Apple Cornbread Stuffing
Quinoa Stuffing with Apple, Sweet Potato & Hazelnuts A unique, gluten free take on stuffing. Readers enjoy this recipe all year long!
Everyone loves a little cake with their meal, check out this Maple Cheddar Skillet Cornbread
~ Marla Meridith
