6 Simple Sides You Have to Try this Thanksgiving

Hosting a Thanksgiving dinner usually requires days of planning and at least a day of cooking. That’s why we collected these crowd-pleasing recipes that are easy to make and feature lots of whole food ingredients. Many can even be made or assembled the day before, letting you focus on the main course on Thanksgiving Day.

Vegetable Gravy

This simple roasted vegetable gravy creates some of the same flavors in a classic gravy, but in a meatless version. Enjoy it with any side dish, or ladled over roasted vegetables.

Orange Cranberry Sauce

A holiday staple, perfect for topping warm or cold dishes.

Sweet Potato Au Gratin

Sweet potatoes add color and a nutritional boost, while garlic gives a burst of flavor to this delicious dish..

Easy Pumpkin Risotto

This fall favorite uses fresh pumpkin to give this risotto a simple, clean, and delicious flavor.

White Bean and Fall Herb Bisque with Pepitas

Warm up with this delicious fall bisque, packed with vegetables and fresh herbs for a savory meal that's sure to please.

Whole Wheat Vegetable Mac and Cheese

This mac and cheese is made with a healthy twist, utilizing your Vitamix to create a delicious cheese sauce with little effort.