Easy to Make Holiday Sides

Easy to Make Holiday Sides. It’s all about the side dishes for me when it comes to holiday dining celebrations. I have done the work for you to gather these Easy to Make Holiday Sides. They are comprised of a combination of delicious holiday side dish recipes that are perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas celebrations.

A memorable holiday meal goes beyond the main course. Side dishes bring variety, flavor, and comfort to the table, often becoming the true highlights of the feast. From creamy mashed potatoes to savory stuffing, these dishes bring a cozy, festive touch that rounds out the meal.

Easy to Make Holiday Sides

Most people focus on the main course, the turkey or ham; but delicious sides can steal the show. More times than not, your guests will ask for that potato, rice, or vegetable recipe.

Simple and Flavorful Holiday Sides

Choosing the right sides doesn’t have to be complicated. The goal is to add options that are both easy to prepare and crowd-pleasers. Whether it’s a cheesy casserole, a fresh green bean dish, or buttery rolls, these recipes cover all the essentials without overwhelming your prep time.

Planning for Success

With this list of holiday sides, you can focus on enjoying the celebrations without spending the whole day in the kitchen. Choose a few favorites, and mix classic recipes with a couple of creative dishes to add flair to your table. Let these recipes be your guide to a delicious holiday spread that’s easy, satisfying, and sure to impress.

I hope this list will be a fall-back resource for you to plan your holiday menus. Also, check out these resources!

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Pimento Cheese Scalloped Potatoes

Pimento Cheese Scalloped Potatoes will satisfy your craving for comfort food. Similar to Twice Baked Potato Casserole, this recipe is full of flavor with the addition of pimento cheese spread. This is a creamy, cheesy, satisfying side dish.

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Twice Baked Pimento Cheese Potatoes

The ultimate stuffed potato. Each bite of these Twice Baked Pimento Cheese Potatoes is blow-your-mind-good, perfectly portioned, and easy to make.

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Hashbrown Potato Casserole No Cream Soup

This casserole recipe is also referred to as Funeral Potatoes. They're great for potlucks. They easy to make and it feeds a crowd.

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Thanksgiving Candied Sweet Potatoes

You can keep this dish warm on the stove or put potatoes in a casserol dish, cover with foil and keep warm in the oven until it’s time to serve.

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TWICE BAKED STUFFED SWEET POTATOES

Twice Baked Stuffed Sweet Potatoes is a twist on the sweet potato casserole. They’re easily scaled up or down with very few ingredients, the perfect side dish.

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Hominy Au Gratin

Hominy Au Gratin is a cheese based sauce with hominy, pimento, seasoning, and bacon. It’s a tasty, easy, unique side dish recipe.

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One Pan Stick of Butter Rice

One Pan Stick of Butter Rice is buttery, flavorful, and the easiest side dish you’ll ever make! It’s a tasty, simple, and versatile side that goes with chicken, pork, and beef! This is seriously my go to side recipe when I don’t know what else to make!

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Extreme Rice

This Extreme Rice has an amazingly rich flavor from the French onion soup, mushrooms, and pimentos. It’s an easy, side dish that goes perfectly with chicken, beef, and fish. This one-pan dish is a delicious meal side.

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Cream Corn Bisquick Casserole

Cream Corn Bisquick Casserole. This easy casserole recipe can be stirred together in less than 5 minutes with items you already have in your pantry. It’s easy, cheesy and versatile.

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Grits Casserole Stuffed Baked Tomatoes

When it comes to comfort food, few things can beat the heartwarming combination of creamy grits and the juicy goodness of ripe tomatoes. If you're looking for a unique and flavorful dish to impress your guests or simply treat yourself to a satisfying meal, look no further than Grits Casserole Stuffed Baked Tomatoes.

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