🦃 Thanksgiving Turkey, Dressing & All the Fixin’s
From juicy turkey and traditional cornbread dressing to homemade gravy and cranberry sauce, these kitchen-tested Thanksgiving favorites bring all the delicious flavors of a Southern holiday to your table.
- Big Green Egg Smoked Turkey with Herb and Garlic Butter
- 42 Easy, No-Fuss Thanksgiving Turkey Recipes for a Stress-Free Feast
- 27 Thanksgiving Dressing and Stuffing Recipes
- Traditional Southern Cornbread Dressing (Old-Fashioned Recipe)
- Make-Ahead Southern Cornbread Dressing with Sausage & Pecans
- Easy Southern Turkey Neck Gravy (Make-Ahead)
- Best Holiday Cranberry Sauce with Fruit and Nuts (Easy + Make-Ahead)
- Pan-Seared Turkey Cutlets with Gravy (Easy Holiday Dinner for Four
A Southern Thanksgiving Made Easy
Plan Your Thanksgiving Dinner Without the Stress
Make Thanksgiving easier this year!
I’ve put together a free Southern Thanksgiving Menu Guide with my favorite holiday recipes, organized shopping lists, make-ahead tips, and a Thanksgiving Day cooking timeline. Everything you need to serve a delicious holiday dinner without spending the entire day in the kitchen.
🥘 Southern Thanksgiving Side Dishes
From creamy mashed potatoes and sweet potato casserole to cheesy casseroles, cornbread, and Southern vegetable favorites, these easy, kitchen-tested Thanksgiving side dishes might just steal the show.
- Southern Thanksgiving Side Dishes (27 Recipes You'll Love)
- Terry’s Traditional Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping
- Easy Broccoli Cheese Casserole with Ritz Crackers
- Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes
- Easy Southern Cornbread Pudding
- Pineapple and Cheese Casserole
- Southern Cornbread Recipe (Buttermilk and Cast Iron)
- Southern Green Bean Casserole without Mushroom Soup
🥧 Thanksgiving Desserts Worth Saving Room For
From old-fashioned Southern pies and pecan-filled favorites to easy cakes and make-ahead treats, these Thanksgiving desserts are worth saving a little room for-even after that second helping of dressing!
- 26 Best Thanksgiving Desserts (Classic Pies, Cakes, and Cobblers)
- 34 Non-Traditional Thanksgiving Desserts (No Pie Required!)
- Old-Fashioned Southern Pecan Pie
- Southern Sweet Potato Pie with Condensed Milk
- Pecan Pie Cheesecake with a Pecan Graham Cracker Crust
- Southern Pecan Praline Cake – Easy and Delicious
- Easy Southern Pecan Pie Dump Cake - Dump, Bake, and Serve Bliss
- Old Fashioned Pear Pie Recipe (Just Like Grandma Used to Make!)
🍁 Easy Thanksgiving Appetizers
Keep your guests happily nibbling while the turkey finishes cooking with these easy Thanksgiving appetizers. From festive brie bites and creamy dips to Southern deviled eggs and make-ahead favorites, there’s something for everyone to enjoy before the feast.
- Easy Cranberry Brie Bites (15-Minute Holiday Appetizer)
- Bourbon Pecan Brie Bites (Easy Make-Ahead Appetizer)
- Relish Tray Ideas: What to Include and How to Arrange It
- The Ultimate Blue Cheese Spread with Pecans
- Easy Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip
- Classic Southern Deviled Eggs Recipe
- Roasted Pecans Recipe
- Baked Crab, Spinach and Artichoke Dip
🎄 Getting Ready for a Southern Christmas
It’s never too early to start planning a delicious Christmas! From festive appetizers and holiday dinner ideas to irresistible desserts and homemade edible gifts, these Christmas recipe collections will help you get a head start on the season.
About Me:
Hello, I’m Sharon Rigsby, blogger, recipe developer, videographer, and photographer for Grits and Pinecones®. I have over 50 years of experience in the kitchen, and I like nothing better than developing and reimagining recipes for my family, friends, and you!
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🏈 Game Day Food and Football Favorites
From cheesy dips and easy appetizers to wings, sliders, and hearty game day favorites, these crowd-pleasing recipes are made for football Saturdays, tailgates, and watch parties. Just add hungry fans-and plenty of napkins!
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