Get ready for a true Southern Thanksgiving feast with all the classics, from sweet creamed corn to sweet pecan pie! This spread has everything you need for a comforting holiday meal—think buttery cornbread, creamy mashed potatoes, collard greens, and, of course, perfectly cooked turkey. These recipes bring the warm, rich flavors of the South to your table, making Thanksgiving extra special. Treat your family and friends to a meal they’ll never forget with these Southern-inspired dishes!

Turkey Breast

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This simple recipe for oven roasted Turkey Breast is the perfect choice for a moist and delicious turkey dinner. Get Recipe: The Best Way to Cook Turkey Breast for Thanksgiving Dinner

Southern Cornbread Dressing

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This moist, delicious Southern Cornbread Dressing is a traditional stuffing recipe that makes the perfect Thanksgiving side dish! Get Recipe: Southern Cornbread Dressing

Cranberry Fluff Salad

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This Cranberry Fluff Salad, otherwise known as cream cranberry salad, is a delicious combination of fresh cranberries, red grapes, pineapple, marshmallows, and pecans all tossed together in a creamy whipped topping. Get Recipe: Easy Cranberry Fluff Salad (with Video!)

Not Your Mom’s Mashed Potatoes

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These Mashed Potatoes are rich and creamy and made with a secret ingredient that is going to make your next dinner extra special! Get Recipe: Mashed Potatoes

Easy Creamed Spinach

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Creamed Spinach is a decadent, cheesy side dish special enough for the holidays but easy enough for any day. Warm, creamy, and comforting, this comes together in less than 20 minutes.
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Stovetop Creamed Corn

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Easy Grape Salad

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This Easy Grape Salad is a creamy mix of green and red grapes, sweetened cream cheese, and sour cream, topped with crunchy pecans and a sprinkle of brown sugar. It’s a classic Southern side dish that is perfect for Thanksgiving! Get Recipe: Easy Grape Salad

Honey Glazed Ham

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Honey Glazed Ham is a beautiful, fully-cooked ham, basted with a sweet ham glaze made with honey, brown sugar, and orange zest. The perfect addition to any holiday dinner! Get Recipe: Honey Glazed Ham

Classic Cheese Ball

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This Classic Cheese Ball recipe is an easy appetizer made from a blend of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chopped pecans, and spices. Get Recipe: Easy Cheese Ball Recipe

Collard Greens

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Instant Pot Collard Greens (or turnip greens) are a classic, slow-cooked, Southern side dish made quick and easy with the help of a pressure cooker! Get Recipe: Collard Greens

Southern Deviled Eggs Recipe

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This is the BEST Classic Deviled Eggs recipe with relish, mustard, mayonnaise, and a little paprika on top. A great addition to holiday dinner. Get Recipe: Southern Deviled Eggs

Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

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Sweet Potato Casserole with marshmallows is a classic southern recipe with lots of flavor! A must have Thanksgiving or Christmas side dish. Get Recipe: Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

Southern Pecan Pie

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This easy Southern pecan pie recipe is a classic dessert that anyone can make! A simple ooey gooey filling packed with pecans is baked into a pie crust for the perfect holiday dessert every time.
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Cranberry Jello Salad

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This delicious Cranberry Jello Salad is made with fresh cranberries, apples, oranges and pecans. Great for a dessert, side or snack. Get Recipe: Cranberry Jello Salad

Sweet Potato Pie

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Sweet Potato Pie is the southern alternative to pumpkin pie that you must try. This traditional Thanksgiving pie recipe will complete your holiday dinner! Get Recipe: Sweet Potato Pie

Southern Cornbread Recipe

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This classic Southern Cornbread recipe is made with no added sugar for a delicious savory cornbread.
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Green Bean Casserole

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This easy Green Bean Casserole recipe is a classic! Made with a flavorful mushroom cream sauce and crisp fried onions, this green bean casserole is perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners.
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Chocolate Chess Pie

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Chocolate Chess Pie is a classic southern pie recipe made with just a few simple ingredients that bake up into a rich, delicious chocolate dessert that is perfect for the holidays! Get Recipe: Chocolate Chess Pie

Creamed Corn Casserole

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Creamed Corn Casserole is a cheesy corn pudding casserole recipe made with Jiffy mix. It’s a great side dish for holidays or weeknight dinners! Get Recipe: Creamed Corn Casserole {with Jiffy Cornbread Mix!}

Pineapple Casserole

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This easy Pineapple Casserole is a traditional southern recipe that makes the perfect side dish to go with ham at any pot luck or Thanksgiving dinner. Get Recipe: Southern Pineapple Casserole

Scalloped Corn

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This delicious scalloped corn recipe is the ultimate creamy, buttery side dish. This classic Southern side dish is perfect for holiday meals and easy weeknight dinners. Get Recipe: Scalloped Corn