Make Thanksgiving a breeze this year with six easy, make-ahead side dishes that save you time and stress on the big day. In this video, Nicole shares her favorite holiday sides that can be prepped in advance — so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with family. From classic casseroles to fresh, flavorful vegetables, these recipes prove you don’t have to sacrifice taste for convenience.
We start with a savory Make-Ahead Stuffing that’s perfectly seasoned and crisp on top, followed by a rich and creamy Sweet Potato Casserole that balances sweetness and spice. Next up is Cranberry Sauce Extraordinaire, a vibrant, make-ahead twist on a Thanksgiving staple. Nicole then shows how to make Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes that stay warm and fluffy until dinner’s ready, plus Grandma’s Green Bean Casserole, the ultimate holiday classic. Finally, she finishes with Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Dressing, a flavorful side that adds the perfect crunch and smoky finish to your Thanksgiving table.
Whether you’re hosting the whole family or bringing a dish to share, these make-ahead recipes will keep your holiday cooking simple, stress-free, and delicious.
Timestamps:
0:00 – 6 Easy Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Sides
0:15 – Make-Ahead Stuffing
4:21 – Sweet Potato Casserole
7:35 – Cranberry Sauce Extraordinaire
10:47 – Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes
13:09 – Grandma’s Green Bean Casserole
15:51 – Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Dressing
Get the recipes here:
Make-Ahead Stuffing: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/151464/do-ahead-stuffing/
Sweet Potato Casserole: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/21261/yummy-sweet-potato-casserole/
Cranberry Sauce Extraordinaire: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/13643/cranberry-sauce-extraordinaire/
Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/25895/slow-cooker-mashed-potatoes/
Grandma’s Green Bean Casserole: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/13717/grandmas-green-bean-casserole/
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Dressing: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/230157/brussels-sprouts-with-bacon-dressing/
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Ooh no French fried onions in green bean thing, no way!
How heavy are they😮
My Gandma used to put sausage in the stuffing
You know the English get a lot of grief about their food … I've said enough 😂😂😂
I love this lady ❤❤❤ you relax me and are sooo helpful.. OMG I LOVE YOU 😘
Wonderful ideas! One thing, I eat the green bean casserole for the crispy onions on the top. I would have to use those instead of the crackers. But, so many great recipes. Definitely trying these! Thank you.
6:45 What are you doing? Those are not marshmallows.
I’d like to put like three eggs in my dressing so that it’s not as thick as a brick and just as heavy..js
ready to try them all
OMG sweet potatoes are so sweet can't believe you add sugar.