Welcome to a special Thanksgiving sides edition of Meal Plan Monday. This week’s collection is all about the comforting, crowd-pleasing side dishes that make a holiday table feel complete. You’ll find favorite Thanksgiving side dish recipes shared by talented food bloggers, along with plenty of inspiration for planning a memorable family meal. Be sure to visit again next week, when Meal Plan Monday will turn its attention to Thanksgiving desserts.
Meal Plan Monday is always a fun place to discover new recipes, but the holiday season makes it even better. Last week, more than 150 amazing recipes were linked up, and this week’s Thanksgiving side dish collection is shaping up to be just as wonderful. Whether you are hosting the big meal, bringing a dish to a gathering, or simply looking for new family favorites, this collection offers plenty of ideas to help you build a delicious Thanksgiving menu.
The holidays are coming up quickly, and now is the perfect time to start planning. A great Thanksgiving dinner is often remembered for the sides just as much as the main dish. Creamy casseroles, seasoned vegetables, warm rolls, sweet potatoes, apples, and classic Southern favorites all have a place on the table. These recipes are meant to make planning easier while giving you options that feel homemade, festive, and comforting.
This week, we are featuring a selection of Thanksgiving side dishes from our hosts first. After that, the rest of the collection highlights even more recipes from our wonderful blogger partners. You can browse the links, save your favorites, and come back as new recipes are added. If you are looking for holiday side dish recipes, Thanksgiving menu inspiration, or make-ahead ideas for a busy cooking day, this Meal Plan Monday edition is a great place to begin.
Host’s Side Dish Picks for Thanksgiving:
- Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole from Big Bear’s Wife
- Skillet Fried Apples from Julia’s Simply Southern
- Southern Style Green Beans from A Southern Soul
- Preston Rolls from Southern Plate
- Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes from Southern Bite
Each of these featured recipes brings something special to a Thanksgiving spread. A loaded mashed potato casserole is a hearty choice for anyone who loves creamy potatoes with extra flavor. Skillet fried apples add a warm, sweet touch that pairs beautifully with classic holiday dishes. Southern style green beans are a timeless favorite, while soft homemade rolls are always welcome at the table. Twice baked sweet potatoes offer another comforting option for guests who enjoy a rich and satisfying side.
Take your time browsing all of the wonderful Thanksgiving side dish recipes in the link-up below. This collection is designed to help you find recipes that fit your own holiday style, whether you prefer traditional dishes, Southern classics, simple family recipes, or something a little different. Since more recipes are added each day, it is worth checking back often for fresh Thanksgiving dinner ideas.
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