Good side dishes are crucial to hosting a great Thanksgiving feast, so it's no surprise that the Williams Sonoma Test Kitchen chefs obsess over these recipes. Here are our 20 favorite Thanksgiving sides, including classic potato recipes and vegetable dishes that capture the essence of autumn.
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Mashed Potatoes with Herb-Infused Cream and Chives
Sausage, Corn Bread and Chestnut Dressing
Spinach, Pear and Pomegranate Salad
Green Bean Bundles with Bacon and Brown Sugar
No-Wilt Brussels Sprout Salad
Roasted Delicata Squash with Black Pepper and Sage
Mushroom & Leek Bread Pudding
Caramelized Onion Make-Ahead Gravy
Potato-Leek Gratin
Apple-Orange Cranberry Sauce
Everything Parker House Rolls
Hasselback Sweet Potatoes with Thyme, Pecans and Parmesan
Easy Turkey Gravy with Sage and Black Pepper
Classic Molded Cranberry Sauce
Truffled Mac and Cheese
The Ultimate Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Fried Shallots
Olive Oil–Whipped Garlicky Mashed Potatoes
Hot Potato Rolls
Dairy-Free Creamy Mac and Cheese