Mix and match these crowd-pleasing side dish recipes to create your easiest Thanksgiving menu ever. Choose from classic sweet potato and green bean casseroles, mashed potatoes and potato gratin, bread stuffing and cornbread dressing, Brussels sprouts, butternut and acorn squash, cranberry sauces, roasted root vegetables, and lots more.

This traditional Thanksgiving casserole of creamy, nutmeg-seasoned sweet potatoes topped with toasty melted marshmallows is a classic crowd-pleaser. The dish travels well; simply reheat in the oven before serving.

Toasted walnuts add a surprise crunch to this mushroom-sage stuffing. Mix in beaten eggs to give it a slightly custardy texture.

This cranberry chutney has savory leanings, with shallots and ginger sauteed in olive oil. Red wine vinegar adds tang, and sugar balances the tartness of the fresh cranberries.

Honey lends sweetness and sheen to roasted carrots, sweet potatoes, and parsnips. Walnuts serve as a crunchy contrast to the tender vegetables.

Yukon Gold potatoes are whipped with half-and-half and butter to make an especially creamy mash. Parsley and chives add bright notes of flavor and color.

For many families, the green bean casserole is a Thanksgiving must-have. This homemade version uses fresh green beans, a creamy homemade mushroom sauce, and a flavorful topping of crisp fried shallots.

The classic combination of brussels sprouts and bacon gets a touch of sweetness from apple slices. Everything is roasted together until browned and tender.

Lime juice and cayenne pepper add eye-opening flavor to the brown sugar glaze on these sweet potato wedges. This easy side dish is prepared on the stovetop, leaving more room in the oven for the Thanksgiving turkey.

Fresh pork sausage and turkey giblets lend their rich, meaty flavors to this lightly sweet cornbread stuffing. The chicken broth and beaten eggs soak into the soft, crumbled cornbread to create a custardy texture.

Cauliflower is irresistible when baked in a creamy Parmesan sauce. Fresh breadcrumbs and more grated cheese make the golden, crunchy topping.

Saute cubes of butternut squash for a quick side dish that's full of fall flavor. Add chopped fresh sage at the end to lend dimension.

Rosemary perfumes the rice pilaf while it cooks, and parsley and grapes, stirred in at the very end, add freshness and sweetness. Serve this Thanksgiving side dish warm or at room temperature.

Shredded carrots give sweetness and texture to this rich spoon bread. Steam the carrots in the microwave before stirring into the batter so they'll be tender.

Chopped onions slowly caramelized in olive oil are an irresistible addition to mashed potatoes. A few garlic cloves boiled along with the potatoes add another layer of flavor.

With the only additions being sugar and a bit of lemon zest, the pure flavor of fresh cranberries shines through in this easy recipe. Make this sauce up to a week before Thanksgiving.

Tiny pearl onions are simmered with white wine and butter until they are tender and sweet. Balsamic vinegar is added to the pan and reduced until it forms a rich, tangy glaze for the onions.

Curry powder adds zing to roasted brussels sprouts. Top them with lemon zest and juice just before serving.

The quintessential potato gratin is a rich concoction of thinly sliced potato layers baked in a generous helping of cream with a crusty golden brown top. Enjoy the simplicity of the original or add crispy chopped bacon, sauteed mushrooms, or fresh thyme leaves to the potato layers, or top the gratin with Gruyere cheese.

Sturdy root vegetables become tender and savory when simmered in chicken broth. The addition of maple syrup and red-wine vinegar to the glaze adds a perfect sweet-tangy balance.

Stack russet potato slices in buttered muffin tins and pour cream over the top to create individual servings of golden-brown gratin. This recipe serves six but is easy to double.

These are two recipes for stuffing purists. Fresh sage and tidbits of sauteed chicken liver in our Cornbread Stuffing (top) complement the slightly sweet main ingredient. The straightforward combination of leeks, apples, and rosemary in our Apple Stuffing (bottom) tastes wonderful when mingled with rich turkey drippings.

A mixture of butter, brown sugar, and pecans creates a glaze for roasted sweet-potato slices. A pinch of cayenne pepper balances out the buttery sweetness of this classic Thanksgiving side dish.

Stuffed acorn squash halves make a picturesque presentation at the table. The filling of wild rice, dried cherries, and pecans is substantial enough to make this a satisfying main dish for vegetarians.

Celery root brings fresh flavor to these creamy mashed potatoes. Serve this side dish in place of regular mashed potatoes as a creative addition to the Thanksgiving menu.

Orange juice and zest combine with fresh ginger to make a fragrant glaze for cooked carrots. This glaze would also be wonderful on sweet potatoes.

Fresh orange juice and zest perfume this cranberry sauce. This recipe makes a big batch, so there will be plenty for leftover Thanksgiving turkey sandwiches.

Wedges of acorn squash become tender and extra-sweet when roasted. Butter seasoned with a warm hint of cinnamon makes a simple and memorable topping.

Hearty quantities of butter and cream make these mashed potatoes well suited to a special occasion like Thanksgiving. Mix in sauteed garlic or chopped fresh parsley if you like.

Brussels sprouts become sweet and nutty when browned. For the best flavor and texture, add the lemon juice just before serving.

No need to peel and dice to prepare this dish: Simply roast the sweet potatoes and then scoop out the flesh. Blend it in the food processor with maple syrup and butter for an easy and colorful Thanksgiving side.

The sweet-savory flavors of this out-of-the-ordinary side dish are an excellent match for turkey and gravy. Sherry vinegar and rosemary add brightness to the dish.

Easy and impressive, this recipe combines frozen chopped spinach with Gruyere cheese, half-and-half, and eggs to make a souffle-like side dish. The puff takes only 10 minutes to assemble, and can be made the day before Thanksgiving and refrigerated.

Toss toasted pecans and dried cherries or cranberries with cooked wild rice to make this hearty pilaf. Scallions and red-wine vinegar add zing to the dish.

This bread stuffing can be used as a base formula from which to create your own personalized recipe. In addition to the celery, shallots, and parsley, try adding sauteed mushrooms, spicy sausage, fresh herbs, dried fruit, nuts, or any other flavoring components you desire.

A variety of seasonal orange vegetables -- carrots, sweet potatoes, and butternut squash -- are roasted together with just olive oil and garlic until sweet and tender. This is an easy and flavorful Thanksgiving side dish.

Bring a little something different to the Thanksgiving table with this Italian-accented side dish. Boil the broccoli rabe before sauteing it to cut down on the bitterness.

Roasted garlic brings its rich, slightly sweet flavor to these mashed potatoes. This dish can be made up to 4 hours in advance of the Thanksgiving dinner; simply cover the mashed potatoes with a thin layer of milk and store in the refrigerator. To serve, heat over simmering water, stirring to combine.

This side dish of green beans stewed in chicken broth and speckled with bacon will make everyone will want to eat their vegetables. Let it simmer on the stove top while the turkey roasts.

Sweet potatoes have a natural affinity for bourbon and brown sugar. This easy side dish can be roasted in the oven right along with the Thanksgiving turkey.

Apples give a touch of sweetness and cider vinegar adds tang to this cabbage dish. Cooked, crumbled bacon makes a delicious garnish.

Thinly sliced russet potatoes and shallots are arranged decoratively and baked until golden-brown and tender. Bake this Thanksgiving side dish in a well-seasoned cast iron skillet to make the potatoes extra brown and crisp.

Tiny pearl onions are simmered with white wine and butter until they are tender and sweet. Balsamic vinegar is added to the pan and reduced until it forms a rich, tangy glaze for the onions.

Fresh green beans and meaty portobello mushrooms are sauteed with shallots to make a quick, attractive side dish. You can substitute any variety of mushrooms you like in this recipe.

Buttermilk in place of cream adds tangy flavor instead of fat to this classic Thanksgiving side of mashed potatoes. Garnish the potatoes with snipped fresh chives.

Acorn squash, cut into slices, is tossed in brown sugar and roasted. As it bakes, the sugar forms a glaze that heightens the natural sweetness of the squash.

Pecans add crunch and richness to this traditional cornbread dressing. Use good-quality store-bought cornbread or try our Buttermilk Cornbread, which can be made up to two days ahead.

Yukon Gold potatoes, butter, and milk are combined in the perfect proportions to make basic, fluffy mashed potatoes. Add an extra touch of luxury to this recipe by replacing the milk with half-and-half, or mixing in a drizzle of truffle oil.

Roasting carrots and red potatoes at high heat makes the vegetables deliciously browned and sweet. Toss them with lemon juice and fresh dill right before serving.

Sweet, golden butternut squash adds excitement to the usual mashed potatoes. Minced garlic and half-and-half make this side dish extra flavorful and creamy.