Description
Thanksgiving is the ultimate celebration of flavors, and the perfect side dishes can elevate your feast from ordinary to extraordinary. Picture fresh green beans tossed in caramelized shallots, creamy mashed potatoes, and flavorful stuffing—each dish bringing its unique charm to your Thanksgiving table. With easy preparation and vibrant flavors, these sides not only impress guests but also create lasting family memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans
- 2 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 box (12 oz) stuffing mix
- 1 lb fresh baby carrots
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- ½ cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prep Your Workspace: Gather ingredients and preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Green Beans: Trim ends and rinse green beans; toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Make Creamy Mashed Potatoes: Peel, chop potatoes, boil until tender; drain and mash with butter and cream until fluffy. Season with salt.
- Create Flavorful Stuffing: Combine stuffing mix with broth as per package instructions; stir in sautéed onions, celery, and herbs.
- Roast Carrots: Place peeled carrots on a baking sheet; drizzle with honey/maple syrup and salt; roast until tender.
- Glaze Cranberries: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries with sugar and water; cook until they burst into sauce (about 10 minutes).
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg