Buttery, crunchy, herby, and engineered for second helpings. The casseroles puff, the sprouts crisp, the mash turns silky. Gravy becomes a personality trait. Plates pile high without apology. Tradition meets a little trouble.

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

A bowl of mashed potatoes topped with two pats of butter and parsley.
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

These creamy and flavorful instant pot mashed potatoes are sure to become your new favorite side dish. They cook up fluffy every time in just 8 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet Potato Casserole. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Sweet Potato Casserole is a great addition to your recipe collection. Whether you’re hosting or just looking for something tasty to make, this one fits the bill perfectly.
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Southern Green Beans

Green beans with sausage on a white plate.
Southern Green Beans. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Need an easy side dish that’s impressive enough to wow everybody but easy enough that you can set it and forget it? These Southern Green Beans cooked low-and-slow in the crockpot are all that and more! Loaded with meaty goodness, the hardest part of this dish is smelling the deliciousness while it’s cooking!
Get the Recipe: Southern Green Beans

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Souffle

Sweet potato casserole in a blue dish.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Souffle. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

The taste of air fryer sweet potato soufflé is nothing short of heavenly. It’s the perfect blend of sweet and creamy, with a hint of warm spices and a satisfying crunch from the pecan topping.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Sweet Potato Souffle

Green Bean Casserole

Green bean casserole in a white baking dish, topped with crispy fried onions, with a wooden spoon in the dish.
Green Bean Casserole. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Discover a creamy green bean casserole recipe that’s perfect for your holiday table. Delight your guests with this easy, delicious classic.
Get the Recipe: Green Bean Casserole

Southern Mashed Potatoes

Southern Mashed Potatoes. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Southern Mashed Potatoes is a great addition to your recipe collection. Whether you’re hosting or just looking for something tasty to make, this one fits the bill perfectly.
Get the Recipe: Southern Mashed Potatoes

Almond, cranberry and sweet potato stuffing casserole

A dish of granola with cranberries and sprigs of rosemary.
Almond, cranberry and sweet potato stuffing casserole. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

This almond, cranberry and sweet potato stuffing with berry granola topping is a little sweet, a little salty, the perfect Thanksgiving side.
Get the Recipe: Almond, cranberry and sweet potato stuffing casserole

Southern Cornbread Dressing

Southern Cornbread Dressing. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Get ready for the big feast with Southern Cornbread Dressing. These classic Southern sides will complete your Thanksgiving table, featuring comforting dishes that everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Southern Cornbread Dressing

Green Beans Almondine with Bacon

Green beans with almonds on a white plate.
Green Beans Almondine with Bacon. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Love garden fresh beans? Jazz them up with almonds AND bacon! Green Beans Almondine with Bacon
Get the Recipe: Green Beans Almondine with Bacon

Skillet Dressing Recipe

A cast iron skillet filled with baked stuffing topped with fresh parsley, surrounded by a red onion, sage leaves, and a wooden spatula on a marble surface—perfect for Thanksgiving sides or other holiday side dishes.
Skillet Dressing Recipe. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This classic skillet cornbread dressing is perfect for your holiday feast—or any day you crave the soothing taste of Southern-style comfort food!
Get the Recipe: Skillet Dressing Recipe

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