The Ultimate Thanksgiving Guide

Short on time and supplies? Don't panic! Each of these festive and easy cookies calls for less than 10 ingredients. 

When giving edible gifts, it's all about the presentation. Try one, or all, of our easy (and inexpensive!) cookie packaging ideas this holiday season.

Gooey, chewy, and straight-from-the-oven, these tried-and-true cookie recipes warm tummies and hearts.

Thanksgiving isn't complete without an array of veggie-based side dishes.

Complete your holiday table with these classic Thanksgiving desserts.

Don’t know what to do with all the leftover pumpkin pie filling from Thanksgiving? Try making these easy leftover pumpkin pie filling recipes.

Think beyond cranberry sauce this year. Sure, we love the holiday staple⁠—and we've got plenty of recipes that'll knock that canned stuff out of the park. But that's not the only way you should use the festive berry at your table. From breakfast to dessert, we've got your cranberry cravings covered. 

From classic gravy recipes to quick five-ingredient sauces, we have a gravy recipe to suit every kind of cook and palate.

Kick that canned stuff to the curb. From classic recipes (like this traditional old stand-by) to new favorites (you'll love this gin-spiked newcomer), our best cranberry sauce recipes will be the star of your Thanksgiving table. Hungry for more holiday inspiration? Check out 30+ Thanksgiving Casserole Recipes That'll Steal the Show next. 

Though we typically think of corn as a summertime staple, there's no denying that corn puddings and casseroles frequently turn up on holiday tables around the country. Whether you're looking for a healthy side (like this Black Bean and Corn Salad) or an indulgent dish (we're lookin' at you, Corn Pudding Casserole), these Thanksgiving corn recipes will become a holiday tradition. 

Cut back on the kitchen chaos this holiday with our best make-ahead Thanksgiving appetizers.

Thanksgiving doesn't have to be unhealthy. Whether you're looking for a main course (try our Perfect Roast Turkey) or a sweet treat to enjoy after the big meal (you'll love our reduced-fat Cranberry Swirl Cheesecake Pie), we've got you covered from dinner to dessert. 

There's no occasion more deserving of creamy, decadent mac and cheese than Thanksgiving. Even though mac and cheese is an everyday dish, there's plenty you can do to make it special. These mac and cheese recipes are all worth a spot at the coveted Thanksgiving table.

Love 'em or hate 'em, you can't argue that green beans aren't a holiday staple. Whether they're cooked into casseroles, steamed, or paired with complementary flavors like garlic or lemon, our Thanksgiving green bean recipes are sure to steal the show. 

Turkey who? Break the mold with ham this Thanksgiving. From Ham Steak with Cranberry-Mustard Glaze to Brown Sugar-Bourbon-Glazed Ham, our favorite Thanksgiving ham recipes are perfect for pork lovers who don't want to sacrifice festivity. 

Brussels sprouts reach their peak season in fall, so they're a natural choice for the holiday table. From indulgent casseroles (like this basic Brussels Sprouts Casserole) to healthy sides (like this Caesar Brussels Sprouts Salad with Almonds), these are our absolute best Thanksgiving brussels sprouts recipes. 

From traditional favorites, to new creations, these crowd-pleasing appetizers are sure to satisfy your guests this holiday season.

What better time to enjoy carrots when they're in season? It just so happens that the root veggie reaches its peak right around Thanksgiving—and that's certainly something to be thankful for. Whether you're looking for a healthy side (like this Shaved Carrot, Asparagus, and Apple Salad) or an indulgent dessert (have you seen our Spiced Carrot Pie?!) our Thanksgiving carrot recipes are sure to steal the show this year. 

If you're tired of the same old fare, mix it up with this collection of menus chock full of new flavors for the holidays.

The turkey may be the star of the show, but mashed potatoes are undoubtedly the workhorse of every Thanksgiving table. Whether prepared in a Crock-pot or an Instant Pot, made with olive oil or buttermilk, or flavored with garlic or chocolate (yes, you read that right), everyone loves this holiday staple. Check out our favorite Thanksgiving mashed potato recipes before you plan the big meal this year. 

Get your holiday meal on the table in no time flat with these quick-and-easy recipes.

Thanksgiving is the feast that keeps on giving. Here are some great ways to use your leftovers for some great meals and sides.

In a perfect world, Thanksgiving would go off without a hitch. Shopping wouldn't be stressful, hosting for the first time wouldn't be overwhelming, and leftovers would get used up way before they became boring. Of course, this world isn't perfect, and hangups happen. That's why we've rounded up every solution to Thanksgiving conundrums we have to offer. Whether you're hosting on a budget, can't get that pie recipe down, or just want a new way to repurpose leftovers, we've got you covered.