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All the Holiday Recipes You're Seriously Craving
Traditional Holiday Recipes

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All the Holiday Recipes You're Seriously Craving

A big holiday meal is what makes the celebration. We partnered with OxiClean™ Dishwasher Detergent for this post to make cleanup in the kitchen easier, giving you more time to spend with your family and friends.

The holidays are a time of year that welcome you like your favorite cozy blanket. It's all about family, celebrating with friends, and, of course, food. The scents and flavors of traditional dishes are what take me back to childhood gatherings filled with big turkeys, sweet pies, and side tables stuffed with casseroles. Sure, it's delicious to give the classics a spin, but these traditional recipes are what you're really craving.

Best Appetizer: The Cheese Ball

Best Appetizer: The Cheese Ball
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Basically one of the things I always looked forward to digging into, a cheese ball is a welcoming appetizer for guests.

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Butternut Squash Soup

Butternut Squash Soup
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Our Thanksgiving always started with a seasonal soup, like creamy butternut squash.

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Fresh Bread

Fresh Bread
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Fresh, fluffy rolls or slices of warm bread are a must for dipping in gravy.

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Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Mashed Potatoes
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Seriously basic but beyond good, a big bowl of steaming mashed potatoes is a side dish from heaven.

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Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Casserole

Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Casserole
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Yes, with marshmallows. Give in and make this traditional casserole this Thanksgiving.

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Whole-Roasted Turkey

Whole-Roasted Turkey
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This easy turkey is brined with wine, which makes it super juicy.

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Classic Cranberry Dressing

Classic Cranberry Dressing
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Although I wasn't a fan as a child, I always added a scoop of cranberry sauce to my Thanksgiving plate. Now, it's one of my favorite additions.

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Cornbread Stuffing

Cornbread Stuffing
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The combination of cornbread, vegetables, and bacon pairs perfectly with your turkey.

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Green Bean Casserole

Green Bean Casserole
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Make this classic casserole from scratch — but stick with the store-purchased french fried onions for an easy side dish.

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Before You Get to Dessert . . .

Before You Get to Dessert . . .

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Pecan Pie

Pecan Pie
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A must make for a big holiday gathering, pecan pie is a delicious way to end the meal.

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Classic Pumpkin Pie

Classic Pumpkin Pie
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You really can't mess with pumpkin pie. Really.

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