Are you on side dish duty this year? These Thanksgiving casseroles are delicious, easy to make and please every palate.
30 Thanksgiving Casseroles to Make This Year
Green Bean Casserole
This easy green bean casserole has always been one of my favorite dishes for Thanksgiving. You can make it before any guests arrive and refrigerate it until it’s ready to bake. —Anna Baker, Blaine, Washington
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Holiday Potato Bake
Total Time
40 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I have made this at Thanksgiving and Christmas for the past several years. My family requests this dish all the time, even when it's not a holiday! —Vickie West, Long Beach, California
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 271 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 375mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Pecan Sweet Potato Bake
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The luscious sweet potato pecan recipe was handed down through my husband’s family, and it’s become a tradition for me to serve it during the holidays. Everyone loves it! —Nanci Keatley, Salem, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 382 calories, 19g fat (9g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 187mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (34g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
4/30
Corny Green Bean Casserole
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Crushed crackers and french-fried onions create a fast and flavorful topping for this home-style green bean casserole with cheese. It’s the perfect cheesy dish to take to a Thanksgiving potluck. —Dorothy Bahlmann, Clarksville, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 315 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 477mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 8g protein.
5/30
Cauliflower Gratin
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Cauliflower gratin is a lower-carb side dish that will balance out your Thanksgiving table. It’s so creamy and delicious that even the kids will ask for seconds! If you like a little crunch, sprinkle buttered bread crumbs over the top for the last five minutes in the oven. — Mary Zinchiak, Boardman, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 196 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 291mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
6/30
Brussels Sprouts au Gratin
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In our house, Brussels sprouts have always been sought after. When I topped them with a creamy sauce, Swiss cheese and bread crumbs, it became a new holiday dinner tradition. —Gwen Gregory, Rio Oso, California
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 283 calories, 22g fat (13g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 340mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 8g protein.
7/30
Duo Tater Bake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2 casseroles (10 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I made this creamy and comforting potato dish for Thanksgiving and it was a winner with my family. They said to be sure to include it at every holiday dinner. It’s a keeper! —Joan McCulloch, Abbotsford, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 236 calories, 12g fat (8g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 246mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
8/30
Pineapple Casserole
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I make pineapple casserole, I double the amount —because guests frequently request a second helping for dessert! Sweet-tangy fruit is even better combined with savory cheddar cheese and buttery cracker crumb topping. —Catherine Ann Goza, Leland, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 514 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 465mg sodium, 71g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
9/30
Special Squash Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Squash has traditionally been a food our family passes up, but this luscious casserole is an exception to the rule. You won't find it among our Thanksgiving leftovers—it's one of the first dishes to go back to the kitchen empty. —Kathleen Cox, Wyoming, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 279 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 146mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
10/30
Green Bean and Cauliflower Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to make my own savory cream sauce for the timeless green bean casserole. This time I added another vegetable for a delicious twist that sets my casserole apart from the rest! You can omit the vermouth if you'd like by substituting another half-cup of chicken broth. —Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 217 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 539mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
11/30
Twice-Baked Potato Casserole
Total Time
2 hours
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Creamy, cheesy and loaded with bacon, this comforting casserole immediately makes guests feel at home. —Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 367 calories, 27g fat (16g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 458mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
12/30
Vegan Green Bean Casserole
Total Time
45 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Now everyone can enjoy this classic Thanksgiving side. Just a few small tweaks make this a vegan green bean casserole, but no one will taste the difference! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 327 calories, 23g fat (11g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 944mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
13/30
Sweet Potato and Pineapple Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pineapple, sugar and marshmallows lend a super sweetness to sweet potatoes. I've been making the casserole for years, both for special occasions and casual dinners. —Ruth Leach, Shreveport, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 367 calories, 13g fat (8g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 295mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.
14/30
Hash Brown Broccoli Bake
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a perfect dish for a potluck or holiday buffet. It goes well with fish, poultry, pork or beef. Cheddar cheese can be substituted for Swiss. Often, I double the recipe to serve a crowd. —Jeanette Volker, Walton, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 216 calories, 15g fat (9g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 334mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
15/30
Rutabaga Carrot Casserole
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This scoopable side with its sweet, crunchy topping makes a delightful alternative to the traditional sweet potato casserole. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 249 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 267mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 4g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 fat.
16/30
Sweet Potato Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Prepare this comforting side dish with the popular marshmallow topping or choose from streusel, fruit or crunchy toppings. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 282 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 227mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
17/30
Potato Stuffing Casserole
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I adapted this recipe from a Pennsylvania Dutch cookbook, and it's indicative of the fine German cooking found in this area. If you're looking for an alternative to mashed potatoes, try this dish. —Elsa Kerschner, Kunkletown, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 258 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 295mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein.
18/30
Sweet Potato Carrot Crisp
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sweet potatoes take a different twist in this whipped side dish that pairs them with carrots. Subtly sweet, it has just a hint of garlic, while the nut and crumb topping adds a fun crunch to any holiday meal. —Diane Molberg, Calgary, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 116 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 213mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Sweet Potatoes au Gratin
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This rich, sweet potato casserole couldn't be any easier to make—or more delicious to eat! —Patti Kirchhoff, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 412 calories, 31g fat (19g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 385mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
20/30
Broccoli Casserole
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Even people who don’t like broccoli beg me to make this comforting broccoli cheese casserole recipe. It's similar to a classic green bean casserole, but the melted cheese just puts it over the top. —Elaine Hubbard, Pocono Lake, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 359 calories, 26g fat (11g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 641mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.
21/30
Two-Bean Tomato Bake
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Parmesan cheese, basil and garlic spice up this mouthwatering medley of beans, mushrooms, onion and tomatoes. It's even more flavorful when you use your garden harvest. We love the cheesy crumb topping because it adds a fantastic crunch.—Dorothy Rieke, Julian, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 124 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 283mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
22/30
Baked Pumpkin Goat Cheese Alfredo with Bacon
Total Time
55 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a unique and delicious pasta, perfect for fall. I made this for my girlfriends, and everyone asked for the recipe! —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 559 calories, 37g fat (20g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein.
23/30
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mom loved sweet potatoes and fixed them often in this creamy, comforting baked sweet potato casserole. With its nutty topping, this side dish could almost be served as a dessert. It's a yummy treat! —Sandi Pichon, Memphis, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 417 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 435mg sodium, 65g carbohydrate (47g sugars, 4g fiber), 6g protein.
24/30
Swiss Corn Casserole
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom shared this recipe with me back in the '80s, and now it's a Turkey Day mainstay. We freeze locally grown corn during peak season, and I love to use it in this special side. —Wendy Young, Cordova, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 412 calories, 25g fat (14g saturated fat), 161mg cholesterol, 434mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.
25/30
Pearl Onion Broccoli Bake
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With its creamy white cheese sauce and buttery crumb topping, this dish is great comfort food. If you’re looking for a mild way to dress up broccoli, this is the recipe. —Charles Keating, Manchester, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 241 calories, 17g fat (10g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 389mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
26/30
Cauliflower Casserole
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
To dress up cauliflower, Mom used a delightful mixture of a cheesy sauce, bright red and green pepper pieces and crushed cornflakes. Leftovers were rare. —Linda McGinty, Parma, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 162 calories, 10g fat (7g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 503mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Red Potato Casserole
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This potato casserole has the same flavor of the potato skins you can order as a restaurant appetizer. It's an ideal dish for tailgating and potlucks. —Charlane Gathy, Lexington, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 187 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 245mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
28/30
Scalloped Corn
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This comforting casserole features sunny corn kernels tucked into a creamy custard. My mom got this recipe and many other excellent ones from her mother. By the time this crowd-pleasing corn dish left the table, my father, sister, brothers and I would have almost scraped it clean. —Sandy Jenkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 236 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 296mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
29/30
Crumb-Topped Broccoli Bake
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Broccoli is one of the main crops grown in this area. This recipe has pleased just about everyone who has tried it, including some who said they didn't like broccoli. —Hope Huggins, Santa Cruz, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 252 calories, 17g fat (10g saturated fat), 142mg cholesterol, 772mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
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Broccoli Mac and Cheese
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband made a version of this casserole for me on our first date. Over the 11 years we’ve been married, we’ve made
several changes to the
ingredients and now it’s even better than the original. —Lisa DeMarsh, Mount Solon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 335 calories, 21g fat (12g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 331mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.