Thanksgiving Recipes For Everyone At The Dinner Table | Homesteading (2024)

Wondering what to make on Thanksgiving to please everyone? Find what Thanksgiving recipes you need for your dinner menu in this list of our favorites!

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Having Picky Eaters Over for Dinner? Try These Thanksgiving Recipes!

Create the best holiday dinner and find easy recipes perfect for the whole family to enjoy on this list. If you have guests, expect gracious tummies for a superb Thanksgiving meal they will have!

For those of us with picky eaters at our table, a Thanksgiving menu can be a challenge. We'd like to think we could please everyone with one pie (or turkey), but in reality, you need a little variety.

So, I scoured the internet to find 23 Thanksgiving dinner recipes sure to please everyone at your table. From gluten-free recipes, vegan recipes, or traditional Thanksgiving recipes we have it here.

This list sure covers what you need to happily feed all your loved ones this Thanksgiving.

1.CranberryCheddarSausageBites

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These cheddar sausage bites are stuffed with the goodness of fresh cranberries. It makes them a perfect Thanksgiving dinner appetizer.

It's also an easy but tasty idea you can make for fast dinners, or as snacks.

2.Roasted Grape Baked Brie

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Roasting the grapesbrings out the delicious natural sugars.Roasted Grape and Baked Brie make one of the Thanksgiving appetizers to look forward to.

As you all sit back and relax, all you want to do is talk, laugh, drink, and nibble all night long!

3.SweetandSpicyButternutSquashSoup

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Sweet by roasting the squash first with maple syrup and brown sugar. Spicy by adding a chili in adobo sauce and curry powder. Rounded out with nutmeg and cinnamon and you’ve got one delicious, hearty soup.

4.Creamy Pumpkin Soup

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This badass pumpkin soup is creamy, velvety smooth, and simply delicious. Adding a pile of tasty toppings like chopped bacon and sour cream only enhances the flavor.

Lastly, herbs and a few fresh shavings of Parmesan cheese on top and you're done!

5.SweetPotatoBaconBiscuits

These sweet potato bacon biscuits are tasty, made of real ingredient and (guess what) paleo! Delicious little things to munch on before gobbling the Thanksgiving turkey.

6.WholeWheatSweetPotatoBananaMuffins

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Delicious muffins with a hint of banana. These whole wheat sweet potato banana muffins perfect with butter or with hot, good soup.

7. The Best Dinner Rolls

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These best dinner rolls aren't called “the best” for nothing. They're light, soft and sweet.

8.Amish Potato Rolls

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These potato rolls arenot only very easy to make but are fluffy and full of flavor. It'll definitely be awonderful addition toyour Thanksgiving dinner.

9.Vegan Green Bean Casserole

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This vegan green bean casserole is vegan, gluten-free and paleo-friendly. This one is definitely a keeper.

10.Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Whiskey Pecans

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The natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes and the goodness of whiskey is a tasty combo. Add in honey glazed pecans and the balancing tartness of apples and you have an even more delicious mix.

This recipe is a total package indeed–see how you can make it here.

11. ButternutSquashandCranberryGratin

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Creamy, cheesy and perfectly crunchy on top gratin recipe.This butternut squash and cranberry gratin really worth the spot on the Thanksgiving table.

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12. Brown Butter and Bacon Mashed Potatoes

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The brown butter and bacongive the traditionalmashedpotato recipe an extra oomph!This recipe isone of the reasons you need to wear your stretchy pants on Thanksgiving.

13. ApplePearCranberrySauce

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A quick stovetop recipe for apple pear cranberry sauce. You can pair it withmeat or eat it byitself as dessert.

14. Bourbon Vanilla Cranberry Sauce

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This cranberry sauce is so delicious you'll be eating it with a spoon instead. When, the proper way to enjoy it is with turkey sandwiches, Greek yogurt, and vanilla ice cream.

15.Gluten-Free Stuffing with Kale, Caramelized Onions, and Mushrooms

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This stuffing is not only gluten-free but something you would also look forward to, eating. It's easy to make and big on flavor so grab the recipe and learnhow you can make it here.

16. Gluten-Free Cornbread Stuffing with Chestnuts, Leeks, and Chanterelles

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This stuffing recipe gloriously becomesmore delicious by the day as it soaks in gravy and melds with mashed potatoes. You won't mind having this gluten-free cornbread stuffing as your leftover Thanksgiving dish.

17. Citrus and Herb Butter Roast Turkey

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This citrus and herb butter roast turkey is going to steal most of the spotlight during Thanksgiving dinner. This recipe is definitely on my to-do list.

18.Stuffed Turkey Roulade

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This stuffed turkey recipecooks in a fraction of the time than traditional turkey and gives you moist, flavorful stuffing all in one!

19. Roasted Turkey Breast with Bacon and Herbs

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Bacon makes everything better. Even turkey. This roasted turkey breast recipe is a quick, simple, and phenomenally flavorful main dish!

20. Homemade Tofurkey with Brown Rice Stuffing

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Avoid the preservatives of pre-made commercial tofurkey. Make one yourself! Thisvegan tofurkey recipe contains fresh ingredients and a toothsome, nutty brown rice stuffing.

21. CinnamonAppleSugarCake

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This perfectly moist, with a touch of sweet, cinnamon apple cake is a healthier spin on a classic combo. It is also insanely delicious with sugar and pecan crumble topping!

22. Apple Slab Pie

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This is a double-crust recipe with layers upon layers of cinnamon-sugar and thinly sliced apples. This apple slab pie is ridiculously easy and surprisingly serves a crowd!

23. Sweet Potato-Marshmallow Cinnamon Rolls

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One of the great things to do with leftover sweet potatoes is to turn them into these Sweet Potato-Marshmallow Cinnamon Rolls.Marshmallows have taken the place of pecans.

This video from Tasty will show you some impressive Thanksgiving pies recipes:

That’s all, fellow homesteaders! Those are a few of my favorite recipes to celebrate with on Thanksgiving, so feel free to take your pick.

Have fun mixing and matching to bring an extra dash of delicious to your Thanksgiving Dinner menu. And don't forget to give thanks for all that you have.

I hope you enjoyed my post on 23 Thanksgiving recipes to please everyone at your table! Let me know which recipes you are going to try in the comments section below!

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Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on October 8, 2016, and has been updated for quality and relevancy.

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FAQs

How do you cook a large group for Thanksgiving? ›

Plan Ahead:

Making and freezing a large batch of your favorite recipe ahead of time to have on hand will save you a bunch of time—and cleanup. Keep it simple (you'll have ample opportunity to impress your guests on Thanksgiving) and go for one-pot wonders you can easily reheat, like a hearty stew.

How do you make a Thanksgiving table special? ›

A mixture of gourds and mini pumpkins running down the length of your table makes for a charming, autumnal table display. Flank your pumpkins with navy blue plates, linen napkins, and natural wood-accented silverware for a different take on Thanksgiving tablescapes.

What are 5 traditional Thanksgiving foods? ›

Southern-cuisine expert and cookbook author Diana Rattray has created more than 5,000 recipes and articles in her 20 years as a food writer. The classic Thanksgiving dinner includes old-time favorites that never change: turkey, gravy, stuffing, potatoes, veggies, and pie.

How many side dishes should you have for Thanksgiving? ›

How many dishes should I serve with the turkey? For 4 people, choose 1-2 appetizers and 3 sides. For 8 people, choose 1-3 appetizers and 3 sides. For 16 people, choose 2-3 appetizers and 3 or more sides.

What is the most popular Thanksgiving food? ›

Popular Thanksgiving foods ranked
  1. Stuffing.
  2. Potatoes. ...
  3. Pies and other sweets. ...
  4. Other random foods. ...
  5. Rolls. Though rolls are certainly not a main dish, they are a key element of any Thanksgiving meal. ...
  6. Turkey. The classic entree for Thanksgiving is definitely a large turkey dish. ...
Nov 10, 2023

What are common Thanksgiving entrees? ›

A Classic Thanksgiving Menu to Feed a Crowd
  • Crisp-Skinned Butterflied Roast Turkey With Gravy. ...
  • Basic Cranberry Sauce. ...
  • Classic Sage and Sausage Stuffing (or Dressing) ...
  • The Ultimate Homemade Green Bean Casserole. ...
  • The Best Roasted Sweet Potatoes. ...
  • Easy Roasted Brussels Sprouts. ...
  • Ultra-Fluffy Mashed Potatoes. ...
  • Butternut Pumpkin Pie.

What is the quintessential Thanksgiving menu? ›

Get the Sweet Potato Casserole recipe.
  • Cranberry Brie Bites. Kat Wirsing. ...
  • Dry Brine Turkey. PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE. ...
  • Green Bean Casserole. ...
  • Easy Pumpkin Pie. ...
  • Mashed Potato Casserole. ...
  • Creamed Brussels Sprouts. ...
  • Classic Stuffing. ...
  • Caramelized Onion & Goat Cheese Bites.
Nov 15, 2023

What is the least favorite dish for Thanksgiving? ›

According to the poll by Tastes Better from Scratch, green bean casserole and sweet potato casserole were the least-liked Thanksgiving side dishes.

How to make a Thanksgiving buffet? ›

People naturally want to move from left to right at a buffet table, so take advantage of that flow: start with stacks of plates on the left end of the table, then follow them with the turkey (and any other big proteins you might be serving) and then heavy, starchy dishes like mashed potatoes and stuffing (and anything ...

How to host 30 people for Thanksgiving? ›

I've learned tricks that ensure a smooth execution when cooking for a big group, all of which can be seriously helpful for Thanksgiving.
  1. Organization Is Key. ...
  2. Opt for Multiple Make-Ahead Casseroles. ...
  3. Distract With Snacks. ...
  4. Ask Guests to Bring Their Own Wine. ...
  5. Make Punch. ...
  6. Bake Desserts Two Days Early. ...
  7. Attitude Is Everything.
Oct 31, 2019

How much food do I need for Thanksgiving for 12 people? ›

Especially if guests are arriving hours before dinner will be serve! I recommend 4 appetizers or bites per person. Most resources out there will recommend between 1 and 2 pounds of turkey per person. I think it's safe to plan for 1 1/2 pounds per person.

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