Daunted by the idea of taking the lead on holiday festivities? Don’t be. Hosting doesn’t have to be a chore, and neither does prepping a full holiday spread on your own, from start to finish. We’re offering up a set of five easy recipes to round out a traditional Thanksgiving menu, calling for plenty of fresh ingredients—and minimal fuss.
Each dish featured here comes complete with a super simple recipe and a video how-to, so you can see for yourself just how easy Thanksgiving dinner can be.
Simple Parmesan Roasted Yams
Half an hour and a mere five ingredients later, and you’re left with a perfectly seasoned, savory-sweet side dish or appetizer for the table. Get the recipe, and see how it’s made!
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Simple Skillet Green Bean Casserole
There’s no way around it. Green bean casserole is a must. Try this updated take on the classic, calling for fresh green beans and mushrooms. Click here for the full recipe and visual how-to.
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Simple Herb Butter Roasted Turkey
A super simple recipe for a stunning holiday bird—only a handful of ingredients required. See how it’s done!
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Simple Cranberry Orange Relish
This year, skip the canned stuff. Make your own tart, sweet holiday relish using fresh cranberries—it’s SO much easier than you think. Watch and learn!
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Simple Chocolate Pumpkin Pie
Elevate last year’s pumpkin pie by incorporating a layer of melted chocolate before adding your pumpkin filling. It’s the best kind of surprise—here’s how to pull it off.
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