The time in the fridge may even enhance the flavors.

This helps prevent any risk of a glass casserole dish shattering due to temperature fluctuations.

Choose an apple that becomes tender yet holds its shape when cookedtry Jonagold or Cortland.

Easy Corn Pudding

Diana Chistruga

Old-Fashioned Sweet Potato Casserole

Thanksgiving isn’t complete without a homemade sweet potato casserole.

We like to sprinkle chopped pecans on top along with the marshmallows for a bit of texture.

Plus, the slow cooker saves you time cooking at the stove.

Caramelized Onion & Apple Stuffing

Diana Chistruga

ensure to use fresh green beans, as frozen green beans will become mushy.

Acorn Squash Casserole

This acorn squash casserole is smooth and creamy.

The Parmesan cheese gives it the perfect amount of savoriness, while the breadcrumbs add an herby crunch.

a recipe photo of the Traditional Sweet Potato Casserole

Diana Chistruga

But to speed up the prep time, frozen corn kernels work just as well.

This simple casserole is light and savory-sweet.

“When people taste it, they say, ‘Oooh, this macaroni!'”

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A few minutes under the broiler turns the dish golden and crispy.

Whip up this healthy sweet potato souffle recipe for Thanksgiving or any other special occasion.

Honeycrisp, Granny Smith or Pink Lady are all easy-to-find options.

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Learn and Cheese at Monticello.

We prefer the texture of frozen corn, which we pair with creme fraiche for its creaminess and tang.

They’re topped with additional cheese and some breadcrumbs, then baked until golden brown and bubbling.

Acorn Squash Casserole

Antonis Achilleos

Serve the au gratin potatoes as a Thanksgiving side or with roasted chicken and vegetables for a satisfying dinner.

Simple Herb Stuffing

This easy Thanksgiving favorite comes together in a snap.

Cornbread & Oyster-Mushroom Stuffing

Mushrooms are a rich, meaty addition in this healthy cornbread stuffing recipe.

mac and cheese in a casserole dish

Johnny Autry

Here we use oyster mushrooms, but you could use any variety you like.

Broccoli Casserole

This lightened-up broccoli casserole is sure to be a hit.

Learn how to make this classic side dish healthier.

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Any ‘shroom will do, so pick your fave.

Baking the potatoes in their skins allows their natural sugars to caramelize for enhanced sweetness.

Mushroom-Cornbread Stuffing

This healthy mushroom-and-leek cornbread stuffing recipe is a lightened-up version of the must-have holiday side.

a baking dish with potatoes and cheese

Whether you call it stuffing or dressing, you’re free to make this recipe moist or crispy.

The greens in this side dish also create a nice contrast to the creamy, velvety potatoes.

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Apple-Cranberry Stuffing

A dish of baked macaroni and cheese

Jerrelle Guy

Corn Pudding with Bacon & Rosemary

Au Gratin Potatoes

simple herb stuffing recipe in a baking dish on a white tablecloth

Cheesy Green Bean Casserole

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Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

Mashed Potato & Roots Casserole

Cheesy Spinach & Mushroom Casserole

Photographer / Brie Passano, Food Stylist / Annie Probst, Prop Stylist / Holly Raibikis

Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole

Parmesan Mushroom Casserole

Photography / Brie Passano, Styling / Sammy Mila / Holly Raibikis

a recipe photo of the Butternut Squash Macaroni & Cheese

Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood

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Honeynut Squash Casserole with Sage Marshmallow Topping

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