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Turkey may be the main course at Thanksgiving dinner, but we tend to be most excited for all the delicious sides. This year is no exception. If you’re in charge of bringing or making a Thanksgiving side dish, we’ve got you covered with these hearty, mouth-watering, and (of course) filling sides. Forget your classic mashed potatoes, green bean casserole and boring stuffing, these sides are a creative, delectable take on the classics with a few new recipes you wished you would have thought of sooner. There won’t be any hungry cowgirls or cowboys after you serve up all (or one) of these!

Cranberry Apple Pecan Rice Pilaf

Photo and recipe courtesy of Carlsbad Cravings

Freshen up your usual sides with this rice concoction of crisp apples, salty pecans and tart cranberries. It’s a lighter side that will still fill you up in your favorite Thanksgiving way. Get the recipe here.

 

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Praline Sweet Potatoes

Photo and recipe courtesy of My Kitchen Escapades

No, you really don’t have to wait until after dinner to enjoy a little sweetness. These praline sweet potatoes are the perfect sweet side to your Thanksgiving dinner. They’re easy to make and will be a huge hit. Get the recipe here.

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Mashed Potato Pie

Photo and recipe courtesy of The Stir

This pie doesn’t belong with pumpkin or pecan, this pie will be sitting next to the turkey this Thanksgiving. Try this mashed potato pie for a whole new take on mashed potatoes. Add in a touch of rosemary or make it spicy by adding some jalapeno and cheddar cheese. Make this mashed potato pie all yours! We have a feeling it will steal the turkey’s thunder at Thanksgiving dinner. Get the recipe here.

 

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Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Garlic

Photo and recipe courtesy of Morsels and Musings

This side is a way to get your veggies in AND with bacon! Who knew there was such a Thanksgiving side? We have a feeling there won’t be any of this side left at the end of Thanksgiving dinner. Get the recipe here.