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.