Thanksgiving

Planning Thanksgiving dinner for a crowd starts with a menu the whole family will actually eat, and that is exactly what this collection delivers. These Thanksgiving recipes cover make-ahead sides, cozy fall casseroles, slow cooker dishes that free up oven space, and desserts worth saving room for. I build my own Thanksgiving menu from these recipes every year, and my rule is simple: at least half the dishes need to be ready before guests arrive. Slow cooker and make-ahead recipes are your best friends here, and warming spices like cinnamon and cumin do the heavy lifting on flavor. If you are hosting a more casual gathering with friends, start with these Friendsgiving cake ideas, and round out the table with hearty fall casseroles that reheat beautifully for leftovers.

Not sure how much turkey to buy? Start with my free turkey calculator, then pick your sides and desserts below.