Attending dinner parties are so fun! What’s not to love when there’s delicious food and good wine? Count me in! But I rarely show up empty-handed. Through the years I’ve settled on a few easy sides that everyone loves. Whether you enjoy cooking or keep sweaters in your oven, these simple sides are delicious and oh-so easy to whip up. These are great for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, pot luck or a company party. Some may even say these are the best Thanksgiving sides you can bring to family dinner.
Loaded Baked Potato Casserole
A side so good, it has the power to overshadow the main dish. This loaded baked potato casserole will have people grabbing for seconds. Chopping up the russet potatoes into small squares is the hardest part of this dish. All the other ingredients are mixed in towards the end. Simply delish!
The Best Corn Casserole
A corn casserole that is ready to go in the oven within 2 minutes. Made with chives, cream corn, sour cream, butter and other yummy ingredients, this side dish compliments dozens of meals.
Easy Caramel Flan
Easily my most requested side dish. Ever. A caramel flan is easy to make and only requires 7 ingredients that you mix together. It’s that simple. The caramel flan cooks in a bain marie, which is a hot water bath in the oven. Or in an Instant Pot. When I bring this to a dinner party, everyone flocks to it! A definite crowd pleaser!
Massaged Kale Salad
Think you already have a favorite salad? Think again because this massaged kale salad is going to rock your world. The secret is in massaging the ingredients into the kale. It is a game changer.
Garlic-Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts
If an easy sheet pan dish recipe is your jam, try this one out! Toss these delectable garlic-parmesan roasted brussel sprouts in a bowl and place on a sheet plan and off to the oven. Once the baking is complete, you have a tasty vegetable side dish.
Creamed Corn
A dish so delightful, everyone will be asking for seconds! Creamed corn is a crowd favorite and a Thanksgiving dish staple. Like many recipes on this list, it takes minimal effort but packs a big flavor punch.
Creamy Kale Caesar Pasta Salad
A nice switch up from the other dishes on this list. A creamy kale pasta salad everyone will rave about. Takes close to nothing to bring together. All you need is boiling water and you are done before you even realized you started.
Potluck Pan Rolls
The most difficult item on the list but oh-so worth it. Instant yeast is required and so is some dough kneading for these pot luck rolls. Dip these into the gravy or build a sandwich. The possibilities are endless!
Parmesan Risotto
A nice alternative to rice and mashed potatoes. Creamy flavorful parmesan risotto ready in 20 minutes. Did I mention it is a one-pot meal? Absolutely fantastic.
Classic Green Bean Casserole
Maybe the quickest simple sides on the list. This classic green bean casserole only 10 minutes to prep. Simply toss all the ingredients together, ensuring all those beans are slathered up and voila! A very easy green bean casserole.
All easy sides to make! Time to enjoy all the yumminess!
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