The Year's Best Thanksgiving Recipes

From entrees and side dishes to desserts and breakfasts, these greatest hits from Better Homes and Gardens are sure to delight your holiday crowd.


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How to Carve a Turkey
How to Bake a Ham
Lemon Thyme Split-Roasted Turkey

Wonderfully flavored, juicy meat under a glistening, golden skin makes this turkey absolutely irresistible. Garnish with fresh thyme and wedges of lemon for a pretty platter.

Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Roast: 1 hr 30 mins
Stand: 15 mins
Our Classic Roast Turkey

It's hard to go wrong with this classic turkey recipe -- it's juicy, delicious, and sure to wow the crowd.

Makes: 10 servings
Prep: 15 mins
Roast: 2 hrs 45 mins 325°F
Stand: 15 mins
How to Carve a Turkey

Watch our easy method to carve a turkey.

Maple-Brined Turkey

Brining adds moisture and flavor to this simple Thanksgiving turkey recipe.

Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Marinate: 12 hrs
Roast: 2 hrs 45 mins 325°F
Holiday Beef Tenderloin

We've added a festive twist to beef tenderloin by serving it with fresh tomato jam brightened with orange peel.

Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 35 mins
Roast: 35 mins 425°F
Stand: 15 mins
Chutney-Honey-Glazed Ham

Ham is glazed in a mouthwatering mixture of brown sugar, chutney, jam, mustard, garlic, vinegar, and hot pepper sauce.

Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 10 mins
Bake: 1 hr 45 mins 325°F
How to Bake a Ham

Opting for a ham option this Thanksgiving? Watch how easy it is to bake a ham.

Turkey & Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie

Turkey and creamy chicken soup turn these cinnamon- and nutmeg-spiced sweet potatoes into a hearty side dish.

Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 40 mins
Bake: 20 mins 375°F
Rustic Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Looking for a convenient side dish? Try these rich and creamy mashed potatoes -- you can make them in your slow cooker.

Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Cook: 6 hrs to 8 hrs (low), 3 to 4 hours (high)
Thyme-Roasted Beets

Roasted beets are tossed in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and fresh thyme.

Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Roast: 40 mins 400°F
Cool: 15 mins
Celery Root, Potato & Pear Mash

A pop of pear flavor takes these mashed potatoes to a new level. Top with a sprinkling of parsley for a festive touch.

Makes: 6 servings
Yield: 4 cups
Start to Finish: 40 mins
Glazed Carrots with Pistachios

Toasted pistachios bring out an irresistible nutty flavor in this fast and festive side dish.

Makes: 10 servings
Start to Finish: 25 mins
Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

These Brussels sprouts have delicious flavor -- the mellow glaze of caramelized sugar and butter gets a tangy accent from red wine vinegar.

Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 45 mins
Cook: 15 mins
Swiss Corn Bake Cups

Your favorite fresh herbs add pizzazz to this creamy, cheesy corn casserole recipe. Baking it in individual ramekins makes it easy to serve to guests.

Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Bake: 30 mins 375°F
Stand: 10 mins
Cheesy Mashed Potato Pots

Brimming with cream and cheese, these scrumptious casseroles are the ultimate mashed potato recipe. Dish them up with roast beef, turkey, or ham.

Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 15 mins
Bake: 20 mins 350°F
Fruit & Broccoli Salad

Tangerine vinaigrette adds zip, while pecans add crunch to this refreshing side dish.

Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 15 mins
Chill: 1 hr
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping

A candied pecan topping makes this sweet potato casserole irresistible.

Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 45 mins
Bake: 30 mins 350°F
Cranberry-Nut Bread

Make this cinnamon-spiced bread ahead of time for a sweet treat everyone will love.

Makes: 14 servings
Yield: 1 loaf
Prep: 30 mins
Bake: 55 mins 350°F
Cheesy Garlic Potato Gratin

This hearty holiday favorite takes just seven ingredients to make.

Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Bake: 1 hr 30 mins 350°F
Stand: 10 mins
Fruit & Pecan Stuffing

In addition to apricots and pecans, this nutmeg-spiced stuffing is brimming with fresh rosemary, thyme, parsley, and apple.

Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Bake: 35 mins 325°F
Quick Seed Bread

This whole grain bread is a healthier holiday alternative to white rolls or sticky buns.

Marshmallow Sweet Potato Casserole with Parsnips & Carrots

Not many dishes evoke the feeling of Thanksgiving like sweet potato casserole. This version is so perfectly sweet and delicious it could almost serve as dessert.

Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 15 mins
Bake: 15 mins
Strawberry-Pretzel Salad

This tasty salad offers the irresistible combination of salty and sweet.

Makes: 24 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Bake: 10 mins 350°F
Chill: 4 hrs
Apple-Pear Praline Pie

Filled with tart apples, sweet pears, and warm spices, this luscious pie is hard to resist.

Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 50 mins
Bake: 1 hr 22 mins 375°F
Cool: 4 hrs
Fresh Raspberry Bars

Bright ruby-color berries are a lovely addition to any holiday dessert. When paired with creamy goat cheese, these easy-to-make bars take the cake.

Yield: 24 bars
Prep: 20 mins
Chill: 2 hrs
Cool: 1 hr
Sticky Pecan Upside-Down Baby Cakes

A rich, buttery sauce featuring brown sugar, honey, and pecans tops these moist mini cakes. For a festive touch, garnish with shredded orange peel.

Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Bake: 25 mins to 30 mins 350°F
Cool: 5 mins
Triple-Berry Pie with Lemon Curd Whipped Cream

Tart apples, luscious cream, and a hint of sugar and spice give this delectable pie amazing depth of flavor. Add a scoop of your favorite ice cream to a barely-warm slice for the ultimate indulgence.

Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Bake: 1 hr 5 mins
Oven: 375°F
Chocolate-Swirl Cheesecake

Fresh raspberry sauce adds a delightfully tart twist to this rich and creamy dessert.

Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Bake: 35 mins 375°F
Cool: 45 mins
Apple Crumb Pie

With a rich streusel topping and a tender apple filling, this unbeatable pie is hard to pass up.

Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Bake: 1 hr 375°F
Egg 'n' Bacon Breakfast Casserole

This casserole is like a giant bacon, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich -- your holiday guests will love it.

Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Chill: 2 hrs to 24 hrs
Bake: 50 mins 325°F
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