Though everyone may gather round thanks to the turkey, it's really the sides that make the feast.
Celebrations.com Expert Shawn Rabdieau has a collection of Thanksgiving recipes that are budget-friendly, absolutely tasty and guaranteed hits with all your dinner guests.
Incorporating ingredients throughout all of his dishes, Shawn optimizes his grocery purchases to make sure everything gets used. But, just because 3 dishes contain bacon doesn't mean guests will get tired of it. Shawn's creativity with each dish ensures every part of the feast is unique.
In case you missed Shawn sharing all of his tips and recipes for Thanksgiving on TV Land's Best Night In recently, check out this clip.
Take a peek at all of Shawn's takes on classic dishes like Stuffed Olive Hors D'Oeuvres, Corn and Asparagus Salad and Upside Down Cake, as well as his tasty creations like Spiced Nuts and Harvest Rice.
With these Thanksgiving recipes, whether you make one, two or all, you're sure to please palates, keep within your budget and take the stress out of cooking up a feast for the family!
Keep appetizers easy and light so guests won't fill up on bites before the big feast. Shawn's got three simple ideas that pair well with any drink, will satisfy all guests and can be put together in a snap. Read More
Though it may not sound like the typical Thanksgiving salad choice, this dish is a fresh alternative to the usual. Toasted nuts, sesame seeds and noodles give it a hearty and savory crunch that your guests will appreciate. Read More
This salad option is hearty with all the veggies it contains, but has a sweet and tart bite to it as well that gives it a fresh feel. Enjoy it with a fork or try dipping pita chips into it for a really light dip, too! Read More
Oh, those veggies it seems ever child grimaces at! Encourage them to take a "no, thank you" bite from this bowl and we bet they'll gobble it up. Adults will certainly enjoy this dish, too! Read More
Shawn's Hash Brown Casserole is creamy and a great side to indulge in at your Thanksgiving feast. We love the flavors he incorporates into the recipe - they enhance and never overwhelm the expected flavor you just can't get enough of. Read More
On a lighter side, this Harvest Rice recipe Shawn shares is full of Autumn flavor thanks to all the vegetables he uses. Cooked in chicken stock rather than water, the rice is layered with flavor gradually as it cooks. Read More
Chop up some carrots and butternut squash, then follow Shawn's simple directions to cook up some vegetables that epitomize fall flavor. This side dish is a must at your Thanksgiving feast! Read More
All meals must come to an end - even Thanksgiving dinner! After all that hearty comfort food, switch things up and make sure yours ends on a sweet note. Here, Shawn shares his recipes for a Spiced Hot Chocolate and an Upside Down Peach Cake. Read More
