30 Thanksgiving Food Ideas for the Ultimate Holiday Feast

Move over mac and cheese, there's a new side dish on a roll. These fried balls are crispy on the outside and cheesy, bacon-y, and savory on the inside.

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Even though this might look like your average turkey, it can be prepared in just over an hour, meaning you won't have to wake up at the crack of dawn to put your bird in the oven. Genius.

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Not big on savory mashed potatoes? This sweet alternative is easy to make and still tastes great with turkey and gravy.

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Before dinner is served, treat your guests to these easy-to-make sliders that combine all the Thanksgiving classics (turkey, cranberry sauce, and stuffing) into one bite.

Get the recipe at Good Housekeeping.

Perfect for those eaters who don't like their bread to get soggy. This no-drip gravy keeps all the goodness on exactly where you want it.

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Kick your regular green bean casserole up a notch by swapping out french fried onions for the real thing.

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All the flavors of the fall combined into one make for a heck of after-dinner treat. Trust us: it won't last long on the dinner table.

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Even the carnivores and carb lovers amongst us will love this uniquely healthy side dish that tastes even better with gravy.

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The baked potato-mashed potato combo you never knew you needed.

Get the recipe at House of Yumm.

A delicious mix of sweet and savory. Oh, and they look pretty, too.

Get the recipe at Growing Up Gabel.

No disrespect to plain old roasted Brussels sprouts, but these are baked with bacon *and* cheese. Then they're topped with more cheese. Hope you're wearing your stretchy pants.

Get the recipe at Diethood.

Not only is this healthy and vegan, but it only takes 10 minutes of prep, since the majority of the time is spent boiling the sweet potato and baking the casserole. Easy breezy!

Get the recipe at Jessica In the Kitchen.

Black pepper dusted pecans, dried cranberries, and a touch of orange zest create a sweet and savory sensation in every bite.

Get the recipe at Heartbeet Kitchen.

Salsa gets a sweet makeover with an addictive side of cinnamon and sugar-sprinked chips. You'll barely be able to stop eating before the turkey comes out.

Get the recipe at Frosting and a Smile.

Acorns stuffed with quinoa, white beans, feta, chopped greens, and more are the kind of side dish that could steal the show from even the biggest turkey.

Get the recipe at Some the Wiser.

Who cares if it's cold outside? Here's a totally new way to enjoy everyone's favorite Thanksgiving dessert.

Get the recipe at Marla Meridith.

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Upgrade your traditional cornbread recipe with one that calls for three different types of corn, sour cream, and butter. The creamy center is to die for.

Get the recipe at Damn Delicious.

The combination of tart cranberries and sweet ice cream is just what your mouth needs after a giant Thanksgiving meal. Pro tip: It tastes even better on top of pie.

Get the recipe at Wonky Wonderful.

We know it sounds a bit odd, but hear us out. This herb-and-mayo marinade yields a juicy, tender bird bursting with rich flavor. No overbearing mayo-y taste — we promise.

Get the recipe at She Wears Many Hats.

Why make mac and cheese and potatoes when you can save room and make them both together? Serve 'em for dinner or have them as an app to keep your tummies happy while the turkey bakes.

Get the recipe at Inside Bru Crew Life.