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Al Dente Diva » Holiday » Thanksgiving » 10 Must Make Thanksgiving Appetizers and Side Dishes

10 Must Make Thanksgiving Appetizers and Side Dishes

Published: Nov 24, 2025 by Al Dente Diva · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

These are my 10 must-make Thanksgiving appetizers and sides that my family requests year after year. Thanksgiving is about more than just the turkey. It’s the warm comfort of a meal that brings everyone together. If you're looking for the dishes that always get devoured, you're in the right place. From mashed sweet potatoes to creamy mac and cheese, there's something here for every kind of cook and every appetite. Let’s dive in and make this Thanksgiving the easiest and most delicious one yet!

1. Cheesy Baked Artichoke Hearts With Breadcrumbs

Cheesy baked artichoke hearts with breadcrumbs is an irresistibly delicious side dish made with quartered artichokes tossed in seasoned breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, olive oil and just a few other simple ingredients then baked with provolone cheese until golden and bubbly.

Get the recipe: https://aldentediva.com/cheesy-baked-artichoke-hearts-with-breadcrumbs/

2. Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Mashed sweet potatoes with milk, maple syrup, butter and garnished with thyme come out rich, silky, and naturally sweet every time.

Get the recipe: https://aldentediva.com/mashed-sweet-potatoes/

3. Cornbread Stuffing (With Store-Bought Cornbread)

This cornbread stuffing with store bought stuffing is the perfect shortcut side dish that delivers all the cozy, homemade flavor without the extra work. 

Get the recipe: https://aldentediva.com/easy-cornbread-stuffing-with-store-bought-stuffing

4. Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole

Cheesy hash brown potatoes are the ultimate comfort side dish. They’re creamy, golden, and loaded with gooey melted cheese in every bite.

Get the recipe: https://aldentediva.com/cheesy-hashbrown-casseole

5. Honey Roasted Carrots

These honey roasted carrots are a delicious and easy to make side dish that your family is sure to love.

Get the recipe: https://aldentediva.com/honey-rosted-carrots

6. Broccoli Stuffing Casserole

Broccoli stuffing casserole is a cozy and savory side dish made with frozen broccoli, buttery stuffing mix and a few other simple ingredients baked together for a side dish the whole family will love.

Get the recipe: https://aldentediva.com/broccoli-and-stuffing-casserole/

7. Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese

Creamy, cozy, and slightly sweet, this butternut squash macaroni and cheese blends velvety cheese sauce with roasted squash for a comforting twist on a classic favorite.

Get the recipe: https://aldentediva.com/butternut-squash-macaroni-and-cheese/

8. Warm Pepper Jelly Dip

Warm pepper jelly dip is a delicious, crowd pleasing appetizer made by combining a blend of cheese and bacon bits baked and covered in sweet and spicy pepper jelly.

Get the recipe: https://aldentediva.com/warm-pepper-jelly-dip

9. Classic Knorr Spinach Dip

Classic Knorr spinach dip is made with a dry vegetable soup packet, mayonnaise, sour cream, and a couple other simple ingredients for the ultimate crowd pleasing appetizer.

Get the recipe: https://aldentediva.com/knorr-spinach-dip

10. Holiday Cranberry Dip

Holiday cranberry dip is the perfect party appetizer made with cream cheese, sour cream, whole cranberry sauce and chopped pecans.

Get the recipe: https://aldentediva.com/holiday-cranberry-dip

Want more Thanksgiving recipes?

Browse the full collection here: https://aldentediva.com/category/recipes/holiday/thanksgiving/

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Welcome to Al Dente Diva! My name is Tara Ippolito, and I’ve been the head cook in my family for 20 years now. After all that time testing, tweaking, and just cooking, I’ve found my passion in sharing these unique recipes with families everywhere

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