Thanksgiving is just around the corner! And it just so happens to be the best time of the year, because, let’s face it, it’s a holiday based around food. How is that not the best thing ever? I’ve shared a killer herb roast thanksgiving turkey that you need to try and here are 19 Thanksgiving sides you can make and every kitchen tool you could need to put this meal together. I know it’s not everyone’s idea of fun to host, and it’s really stressful for most people to plan out a Thanksgiving menu. So if I can make your life easier, I’d love to be able to do that! Alright, without further ado, lets get right into it!
19 Thanksgiving sides to make this year!
Everything you need to roast the turkey and make Thanksgiving sides:
Pans:
Roasting Pan – I invested in this one last year, and it’s super easy to clean afterward. All you need is a little bar, keepers friend. I’ve also used this to roast two chicken or a medium-large turkey! Baking Sheet– these are my absolute favorite go-to sheet pans. You could do just about anything to them. They are indestructible! Stock Pot – this one is a kitchen workhorse! It comes with a pasta insert and a steamer basket making it so easy to drain!9 x13 glass dish – great for making scratch dinner rolls (recipe linked above) or my spice cake! The lid makes it super easy to transport!
Essentials:
Mixing Bowls – These nesting mixing bowls come in every size you could need! It’s a set of 10, and we all know how many bowls you end up needing when you’re prepping a feast! One Hand pepper grinder – this is seriously my favorite kitchen purchase of 2020! I mean, it’s so fun to use that both Anees and I look for things to grind pepper over 😂Kitchen Twine Box Grater Carving Knife – I purchased this knife last year so I could give you my full and honest review. It is SHARP! It slices through the meat like butter!Meat Fork Whisk Vegetable Peeler – My all-time favorite vegetable peeler! It’s no surprise that it has a perfect 5-star review.Potato Masher or Potato Ricer – If you plan on making homemade mashed potatoes, I highly recommend a potato ricer! It makes the potatoes so fluffy! A masher will also do the job, but a potato ricer does make better mashed potatoes!Turkey Injector – I’ve been using an injector over a baster for as long as I can remember! I love making a melted butter, lemon juice, and herb mix that I inject right into the meatiest parts of the turkey. Trust me, rave reviews every time!Basting Brush Fat Separator – It really comes in handy when you want to separate the juices from the fat for the gravy!Oven Thermometer – I know I’ve mentioned having one of these if you bake often, and I certainly mean it! You want to make sure your oven is preheating to the correct temperature, and this thermometer double-checks your ovens work. I realized once I popped one of these in that my oven when it says it’s preheated to 350ºF, it actually reads 340ºF! Which believe it or not, makes a huge difference when it comes to baking.Meat Thermometer – A digital instant read thermometer that will tell you the exact temperature of your turkey. This is highly recommended to make sure you don’t overcook/undercook the turkey!Microplane – great for zesting citrus to dressing, marinades, or butter. And ideal for adding fresh nutmeg to sides or pies!Measuring Cups + Spoons – I absolutely love this set! It comes with ⅛, ⅔, and ¾ measuring cups as well as a ⅛ tsp! Measuring is so easy with this set!Rolling Pin – comes with measuring rings attached, so it takes the guesswork out of measuring the dough to the perfect thickness!
Serving:
Utensils set – comes with everything you’d need to serve an entire feast.Platter – A classic, clean, and modern design that will last you for years. I love using mine to serve a couple of roasted chickens or a large turkey!Gravy Boat – Is adorable if you’re serving a handful of people or don’t mind refilling the boat. I’ve also used this carafe in the past to keep my gravy hot for hours. It was perfectly warm when we sat down for the meal hours later!Carving Board – And it has juice grooves to keep them from running over!Beverage Dispenser with Spout – I love serving up a good mocktail like this one in my glass dispenser. It makes for a nicer centerpiece on the drinks table!2 Piece oval Bakers – I love these because you can go straight from the oven to the table with these!Large Rectangle Casserole Dish with lid – I love using this for my green bean casserole or pumpkin French toast casserole! And the lid makes it super easy to transport.Trivets – A set of 8 trivets, so the serving station looks beautifully uniform!Pot Holders – These are my absolute favorite! I love the chambray color selection and the faux leather hanging loop!Pie Plate – A cute and classic design! Serve pie, crumble, or cobbler straight from the oven to the table in this dish in style. It also makes for a great gift for someone! Gold Flatware set – The most affordable (and pretty) set for 8!
Also! If you’re looking for something delicious to make for Thanksgiving breakfast/brunch, here are a few ideas!
Pumpkin French Toast CasseroleMaple Honeycrisp Apple FrittersVeggie-Loaded Breakfast CasseroleHomemade Pumpkin BreadOutrageous 1-Hour Cinnamon RollsFreezer Breakfast Sandwiches with Chicken Sausage + Egg and Cheese (great to make in advance and freeze!)Easy Blender CrepesEggs in Purgatory (aka Italian Shakshuka!)
I think that covers just about everything you need to put together a spectacular Thanksgiving dinner! If I forgot something, feel free to leave it in the comments below and I’ll add it to the list! 😊
