20 Twists on Traditional Sides You Haven’t Tried, But Totally Should

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That wondrous air fryer comes in handy when you want easy roasted potatoes for your Thanksgiving spread without having to use the stovetop or oven. Toss cut taters with a garlic-rosemary mixture and air-fry until tender and browned. That’s it—really!

That wondrous air fryer comes in handy when you want easy roasted potatoes for your Thanksgiving spread without having to use the stovetop or oven. Toss cut taters with a garlic-rosemary mixture and air-fry until tender and browned. That’s it—really!

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With just five ingredients and 10 minutes of prep needed, this slow-cooker corn pudding couldn’t be easier! Cream cheese with chives and crumbled cooked bacon make this holiday side dish really pop. Pillsbury fan StrandFamily says, “Made it for the first time on Thanksgiving, it was a big hit! Only one serving left. … Will definitely make again!”

With just five ingredients and 10 minutes of prep needed, this slow-cooker corn pudding couldn’t be easier! Cream cheese with chives and crumbled cooked bacon make this holiday side dish really pop. Pillsbury fan StrandFamily says, “Made it for the first time on Thanksgiving, it was a big hit! Only one serving left. … Will definitely make again!”

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We love this cranberry sauce recipe for so many reasons, but the fact that it requires only five ingredients and can be made ahead might be our favorites. Sweet, tart and ready to top everything on your Thanksgiving plate, your Instant Pot® helps make this side dish staple happen with ease.

We love this cranberry sauce recipe for so many reasons, but the fact that it requires only five ingredients and can be made ahead might be our favorites. Sweet, tart and ready to top everything on your Thanksgiving plate, your Instant Pot® helps make this side dish staple happen with ease.

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Two ingredients and no need for the stovetop? You read that right. These mashed potatoes are a true holiday miracle anyone can experience. Combine potatoes and heavy cream in your slow cooker, then cover and cook until tender. Mash and keep warm up to 2 hours before serving!

Two ingredients and no need for the stovetop? You read that right. These mashed potatoes are a true holiday miracle anyone can experience. Combine potatoes and heavy cream in your slow cooker, then cover and cook until tender. Mash and keep warm up to 2 hours before serving!

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If squash has a spot on your Thanksgiving table this year, make it this one! Acorn squash gets a sweet, buttery pecan sauce spooned on top during baking that makes it a worthy side dish for any meal, including the big one.

If squash has a spot on your Thanksgiving table this year, make it this one! Acorn squash gets a sweet, buttery pecan sauce spooned on top during baking that makes it a worthy side dish for any meal, including the big one.

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No Thanksgiving spread is complete without green bean casserole, and our Instant Pot® version does not disappoint! Using just five ingredients including fresh or frozen green beans, cream of mushroom soup and a touch of soy sauce, everything gets cooked in the Instant Pot® and is topped with French-fried onions for that classic touch.

No Thanksgiving spread is complete without green bean casserole, and our Instant Pot® version does not disappoint! Using just five ingredients including fresh or frozen green beans, cream of mushroom soup and a touch of soy sauce, everything gets cooked in the Instant Pot® and is topped with French-fried onions for that classic touch.

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All the flavors of sweet potato casserole you love are wrapped up into flaky, buttery crescents for a scrumptious twist on classic rolls! Marshmallows, sweet potatoes and pecans are rolled up into Pillsbury™ crescent dough, baked to a perfect golden brown and ready for your holiday spread.

All the flavors of sweet potato casserole you love are wrapped up into flaky, buttery crescents for a scrumptious twist on classic rolls! Marshmallows, sweet potatoes and pecans are rolled up into Pillsbury™ crescent dough, baked to a perfect golden brown and ready for your holiday spread.

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When the word “easy” is in the title, you know it’s worth trying. These oven-roasted potatoes deserve a spot on your table this holiday because they require only five ingredients, prep in five minutes and are ready to eat in 30 minutes. See? We told you it was easy.

When the word “easy” is in the title, you know it’s worth trying. These oven-roasted potatoes deserve a spot on your table this holiday because they require only five ingredients, prep in five minutes and are ready to eat in 30 minutes. See? We told you it was easy.

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Did someone say “bacon”? We sure did—and this cheesy corn casserole is made all the more delicious because of it. This simple yet satisfying twist on the southern classic side dish is a tasty upgrade that will have every Thanksgiving guest craving seconds.

Did someone say “bacon”? We sure did—and this cheesy corn casserole is made all the more delicious because of it. This simple yet satisfying twist on the southern classic side dish is a tasty upgrade that will have every Thanksgiving guest craving seconds.

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The only thing better than traditional green bean casserole is green bean casserole baked inside a buttery crescent roll! This portable twist is perfect for taking with you to holiday gatherings or as a fun and easy way to combine your dinner rolls and side dish into one recipe.

The only thing better than traditional green bean casserole is green bean casserole baked inside a buttery crescent roll! This portable twist is perfect for taking with you to holiday gatherings or as a fun and easy way to combine your dinner rolls and side dish into one recipe.

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Take our classic Pillsbury™ breadsticks and give them a flavor boost with a buttery garlic-herb mixture that gets twisted and baked into golden-brown knots. These are the perfect side bread for your Thanksgiving feast! Pillsbury fan bitsybet says, “This is definitely a recipe that I will keep in my ‘frequently used’ file.”

Take our classic Pillsbury™ breadsticks and give them a flavor boost with a buttery garlic-herb mixture that gets twisted and baked into golden-brown knots. These are the perfect side bread for your Thanksgiving feast! Pillsbury fan bitsybet says, “This is definitely a recipe that I will keep in my ‘frequently used’ file.”

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Take your traditional butternut squash side and turn it into a tasty app or poppable accompaniment to the holiday table with mini fillo shells! Fill each flaky shell with an herby, buttery squash mixture, then bake until warm. Top with bacon and serve for a simple twist that will get all the compliments.

Take your traditional butternut squash side and turn it into a tasty app or poppable accompaniment to the holiday table with mini fillo shells! Fill each flaky shell with an herby, buttery squash mixture, then bake until warm. Top with bacon and serve for a simple twist that will get all the compliments.

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When it comes to saving precious oven space, the Instant Pot® comes to the rescue again! These brown sugar-cinnamon-sweetened potatoes are topped with chopped pecans and ready to serve in 30 minutes flat, saving you space and time (and sanity), too.

When it comes to saving precious oven space, the Instant Pot® comes to the rescue again! These brown sugar-cinnamon-sweetened potatoes are topped with chopped pecans and ready to serve in 30 minutes flat, saving you space and time (and sanity), too.

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Forget plain roasted carrots—these Cumin-Citrus Roasted Carrots are bound to be your new go-to. Sprinkle fresh carrots with cumin, grated orange peel and chives for a fresh twist on a holiday favorite. Pillsbury fan fairhsgstella says, “We have recently added a vegan and vegetarian to our family. This is a great dish that we can ALL enjoy.”

Forget plain roasted carrots—these Cumin-Citrus Roasted Carrots are bound to be your new go-to. Sprinkle fresh carrots with cumin, grated orange peel and chives for a fresh twist on a holiday favorite. Pillsbury fan fairhsgstella says, “We have recently added a vegan and vegetarian to our family. This is a great dish that we can ALL enjoy.”

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Minimize the stress of prepping the big meal this year by putting your countertop appliances to good use: Make the mashed potatoes in the Instant Pot® in less than an hour. Bonus: You can make them and keep them warm in the pot up to 2 hours before serving!

Minimize the stress of prepping the big meal this year by putting your countertop appliances to good use: Make the mashed potatoes in the Instant Pot® in less than an hour. Bonus: You can make them and keep them warm in the pot up to 2 hours before serving!

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We all strive for more time with family and less time in the kitchen on Thanksgiving while still being able to have a meal everyone enjoys. This Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole delivers on all of that, and then some. Pillsbury fan Bighulaman says, “Big hit on Thanksgiving left them wanting more. Easy prep less mess.”

We all strive for more time with family and less time in the kitchen on Thanksgiving while still being able to have a meal everyone enjoys. This Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole delivers on all of that, and then some. Pillsbury fan Bighulaman says, “Big hit on Thanksgiving left them wanting more. Easy prep less mess.”

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These party potatoes are the stuff of legend, and it’s easy to see why: Because when you combine hash brown potatoes, melty cheese, butter and sour cream, only great things can happen. Expert tip: Make them in the slow cooker on LOW for 4 to 5 hours to save space in the oven!

These party potatoes are the stuff of legend, and it’s easy to see why: Because when you combine hash brown potatoes, melty cheese, butter and sour cream, only great things can happen. Expert tip: Make them in the slow cooker on LOW for 4 to 5 hours to save space in the oven!

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One of our newest additions to the Instant Pot® recipe family on Pillsbury requires only three ingredients and brings out the best flavors of Brussels sprouts and bacon in one simple side dish. In less than 30 minutes, this vegetable-forward recipe is ready to serve and guaranteed to make hungry tummies happy on Thanksgiving.

One of our newest additions to the Instant Pot® recipe family on Pillsbury requires only three ingredients and brings out the best flavors of Brussels sprouts and bacon in one simple side dish. In less than 30 minutes, this vegetable-forward recipe is ready to serve and guaranteed to make hungry tummies happy on Thanksgiving.