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Ree Drummond's Best Thanksgiving Recipes

Posted by Bonnie Mo on October 2, 2015

From buttery whipped potatoes to getting the juiciest bird on the block, here are 20 delicious reasons to do Thanksgiving Pioneer Woman style.

  • Cornbread Dressing with Sausage and Mushrooms
     
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    Cornbread Dressing with Sausage and Mushrooms

    <p>Able to serve up to 16, a mix of bread and just-baked cornbread forms the base of this Thanksgiving stuffing made with pork sausage, cremini mushrooms and Granny Smith apples. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cornbread-dressing-with-sausage-apples-and-mushrooms/15008/" target="_blank"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Cornbread Dressing with Sausage and Mushrooms</strong></a></p>
  • Dressing with Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash
     
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    Dressing with Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash

    <p>Three traditional holiday sides, roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts and stuffing, come together to create one epic holiday dish.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/dressing-with-brussels-sprouts-and-butternut-squash/15621/" target="_blank"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Dressing with Brussels Sprouts and Squash</strong></a></p>
  • Roasted Green Beans
     
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    Roasted Green Beans

    <p>You'll know this succulent side is ready when the bacon is sizzling and the beans just start to brown.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/roasted-green-beans/15578/" target="_blank"><strong>Ree Drummond's Roasted Green Beans</strong></a>.</p>
  • Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic and Cranberries
     
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    Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic and Cranberries

    <p>Your holiday dinner won't be complete without these roasted Brussels sprouts drizzled with a glossy balsamic glaze and tossed with a bunch of tart-and-sweet dried cranberries.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/brussels-sprouts-with-balsamic-and-cranberries/15027/" target="_blank"><strong>Ree Drummond's Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic and Cranberries</strong></a></p>
  • Sweet Roasted Rosemary Acorn Squash Wedges
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    Sweet Roasted Rosemary Acorn Squash Wedges

    <p>The secret to transforming regular acorn squash into a holiday-worthy side dish is to roast them in a sauce of butter, brown sugar and lots of fresh rosemary.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sweet-roasted-rosemary-acorn-squash-wedges/15015/" target="_blank"><strong>Ree Drummond's Roasted Acorn Squash Wedges</strong>.</p></a>
  • Kale Citrus Salad
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    Kale Citrus Salad

    <p>Shredded kale, jalapeños and clementine segments get tossed in a garlicky, orange juice and yogurt dressing, and topped with crumbled goat cheese in this gorgeous salad.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/kale-citrus-salad/15594/" target="_blank"><strong>Ree Drummond's Kale Citrus Salad</strong></a>.</p>
  • My Favourite Turkey Brine
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    My Favourite Turkey Brine

    <p>Before your Thanksgiving turkey goes near an oven, brine it in a salty solution long enough for it to infiltrate the turkey and alter the molecular structure of the meat. This mixture combines the juice and peels of an orange, rosemary, peppercorns, bay leaves, brown sugar and salt, resulting in a juicy, fantastic turkey every time.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/my-favourite-turkey-brine/15012" target="_blank"><strong>Ree Drummond's My Favourite Turkey Brine</strong></a>.</p>
  • Whiskey Glazed Carrots
     
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    Whiskey Glazed Carrots

    <p>Sliced carrots get a shiny glaze thanks to an intoxicating mixture of butter, brown sugar, whiskey and fresh chives in this delicious side.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/whiskey-glazed-carrots/15560/" target="_blank"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Whiskey Glazed Carrots</strong></a></p>
  • Cranberry Sauce
     
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    Cranberry Sauce

    <p>This four-ingredient cranberry sauce is so easy, you’ll never look at the canned version again.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cranberry-sauce/15009/" target="_blank"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Cranberry Sauce</strong></a></p>
  • Perfect Potatoes au Gratin
     
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    Perfect Potatoes au Gratin

    <p>There is no such thing as a bad gratin, but this cheesy version is exceptionally tasty, thanks to chunky sliced russet potatoes, loads of garlic and sharp cheddar cheese.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/perfect-potatoes-au-gratin/17092/" target="_blank"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Perfect Potatoes au Gratin</strong></a></p>
  • Duchess Potatoes
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    Duchess Potatoes

    <p>The holidays are the perfect time to make these egg yolk-infused duchess potatoes, that while are all fancy and frilly, still have that yummy comfort-food factor we all crave.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/duchess-potatoes/15030/" target="_blank"><strong>Ree Drummond's Duchess Potatoes</strong></a>.</p>
  • Creamy Mashed Potatoes
     
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    Creamy Mashed Potatoes

    <p>Despite the butter, cream cheese and heavy cream, the best part about these mashed potatoes just might be the fact that they can be made in advance and simply warmed in the oven just before serving.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/creamy-mashed-potatoes/15010/" target="_blank"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Creamy Mashed Potatoes</strong></a></p>
  • Broccoli Wild Rice Casserole
     
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    Broccoli Wild Rice Casserole

    <p>Sauteed mushrooms, carrots, celery and onions are stirred into a cream sauce tossed with steamed broccoli and wild rice, then poured into a baking dish and topped with crunchy panko crumbs.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/broccoli-wild-rice-casserole/15619/" target="_blank"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Broccoli Wild Rice Casserole</strong></a></p>
  • No-Knead Cloverleaf Rolls
     
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    No-Knead Cloverleaf Rolls

    <p>Each of these festive rolls is made up of three rolled up balls stuffed in a muffin tin to give them their pretty cloverleaf shape, and are perfect for mopping up all that turkey gravy.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/no-knead-cloverleaf-rolls/15618/" target="_blank"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's No-Knead Cloverleaf Rolls</strong></a></p>
  • Herb-Roasted Prime Rib
     
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    Herb-Roasted Prime Rib

    <p>This prime rib roast gets an all-star Thanksgiving treatment thanks to a fresh herb purée of rosemary, sage and thyme.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/herb-roasted-prime-rib/15557/" target="_blank"><strong>Ree Drummond's Herb-Roasted Prime Rib</strong></a></p>
  • Roasted Thanksgiving Turkey
     
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    Roasted Thanksgiving Turkey

    <p>This gorgeously-golden bird stays moist with a pre-roast citrus brine and a serious rub-down of rosemary-citrus butter.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/roasted-thanksgiving-turkey/15014/" target="_blank"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Roasted Thanksgiving Turkey</strong></a></p>
  • Butterscotch Pudding
     
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    Butterscotch Pudding

    <p>If you’ve got brown sugar, whole milk and eggs, you’re on your way to this decadent, chocolate cookie-topped dessert that’s a cinch to make.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/the-pioneer-womans-butterscotch-pudding/16504/" target="_blank"><strong>Ree Drummond's Butterscotch Pudding</strong></a></p>
  • Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
     
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    Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

    <p>Pumpkin-infused dough combined with melted butter, brown sugar and chopped pecans get topped with a cream cheese frosting in this decadent dish.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pumpkin-cinnamon-rolls/15615/" target="_blank"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls</strong></a></p>
  • Caramel Apple Pie
     
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    Caramel Apple Pie

    <p>There’s nothing ordinary about an apple pie that could make all of our pie and candy apple dreams come true. Tart and firm Granny Smith apples are baked off before getting topped with chopped pecans and a drizzle of sweet and sticky caramel sauce.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/caramel-apple-pie/15614/" target="_blank"><strong>Ree Drummond's Caramel Apple Pie</strong></a></p>
  • Leftover Thanksgiving Panini
     
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    Leftover Thanksgiving Panini

    <p>The best part about Thanksgiving dinner is all those fantastic leftovers that let us extend the gluttonous celebration well past the big get together. This cranberry and Swiss cheese panini is stuffed with leftover turkey, stuffing, cranberries and even a little gravy for good measure.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/leftover-thanksgiving-panini/17094/" target="_blank"><strong>Ree Drummond's Leftover Thanksgiving Panini</strong></a>.</p> <p><em>Bonnie Mo is a Toronto-based editor and the face behind Food Network Canada's 1 Dish, 2 Ways column. She's also a contributing editor over at <a href="http://slice.ca/" target="_blank">slice.ca</a>. For more recipe ideas, visit <a href="http://bonniemo.ca/" target="_blank">bonniemo.ca</a>, or catch her on Instagram <a href="http://instagram.com/bonniemo" target="_blank">@bonniemo</a>.</em></p>
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