There’s something for everyone among these sample Thanksgiving menu ideas.

Traditional Thanksgiving Menu

Lisa Hubbard

Do you prefer pumpkin orpecan pie?

To cut down on stress the day of, prepare the potatoes up to 48 hours ahead and chill.

Thanksgiving meal spread

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Some of these quick and easy Thanksgiving recipes take just 10 minutes to prepare!

Stick to easy make-ahead appetizers like cheese balls that can hang out in the refrigerator overnight.

All of ourmake-ahead side dishespair beautifully with any turkey recipe.

Bowl of mashed potatoes

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Vegetarian Thanksgiving Menu

A Thanksgiving menu without turkeycanbe satisfying.

Let a few hearty sides (like mushroom-sweet potato moussaka and homemade mushroom ravioli) do the talking.

Save room for a slice of vegetarian pot pie, too!

Pumpkin pie cupcakes

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Creative twists on traditional classics make this menu a meal to remember.

Plus, one turkey is large enough to feed an entire family.

You should serve about 3/4 cup of stuffing per guest.

Sage and Bacon Slow Cooker Stuffing

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That means, you should have about 4 cups for 5 guests and 8 cups for 10.

Hasselback potatoes with seasoned bread crumbs

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Caramelized Pear Skillet Cake

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