14 Thanksgiving Recipes You Can Make in Your 9x13 Dish (2024)

Grandma's Hash Brown Casserole

You just can't go wrong with a hash brown casserole, especially when the recipe comes from a Kentucky grandma. This 9x13 Thanksgiving recipe pairs with just about any other food and yields a bounty of servings, but that's OK because everyone at the table will want a second helping. If you don't have cornflakes on hand, you can also use crushed crackers or potato chips to make the topping.

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Yummy Sweet Potato Casserole

This Southern-style sweet potato casserole is so delicious your family will beg you to make it every Thanksgiving. Baking the sweet potatoes for 1 1/2 to 2 hours will bring out much more flavor than simply boiling them, and it also cuts back on peeling time when you combine them with other ingredients and mash them.

Marian's Creamed Corn

If your family and friends like sweet, creamed corn, then this is the 9x13 side dish you need to bring to Thanksgiving. The sweet taste and creamy texture make this corn a perfect companion for a savory main dish (like turkey or ham), and it comes together easily and quickly so you can focus your efforts on pies or other dishes.

Aunt Millie's Broccoli Casserole

"This recipe has been passed down in our family for years because it's so cheesy and delicious," says recipe creator KAYLEEW. This broccoli casserole stands out amongst the others because it uses fresh broccoli, which is more flavorful and has a better texture than the frozen kind. Even the broccoli haters will go back for an extra helping.

Squash Casserole

This squash casserole has everything you want — tender crooknecks, gooey cheese, and a crunchy, buttery cracker topping. If you can't find yellow squash, another summer squash, such as zucchini, will work as well. For a less tender consistency, simply shorten the cook time.

Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

If you've never made a sweet potato casserole before, this simple and quick recipe is a great place to start. It doesn't require many ingredients and can easily be fine-tuned to suit your taste. For example, if you don't want an overt citrus taste, reduce or eliminate the orange juice, or make a streusel topping if you don't care for marshmallows on your potatoes.

Apple Crisp

With more than 6,000 five-star ratings, it's not hard to tell that this is one good apple crisp recipe. Many reviewers (including the original submitter of the recipe) recommend using Granny Smith apples — as a rule, these are the best apples to bake with because they provide ample flavor without being too sweet or watery.

French Onion Green Bean Casserole

"Why are there only five stars? This recipe deserves 10! So much better than the canned soup version," says community member lucylove. "Everyone declared it a hit, and hubby said it was the star of the meal. Made this exactly per the video instructions, and will do it again next year."

Grandma's Cornbread Dressing

Looking for a 9x13 dressing recipe that tastes just like a Southern grandmother's? Your search ends here. Be sure to use a cornbread mix that isn't sweetened — Jiffy, for example, contains added sugar, but Martha White and White Lily don't — so it won't clash with the savory ingredients.

Garlic Potatoes Gratin

This twist on au gratin potatoes makes a decadent, show-stopping side that feels elegant without being overly complicated. The Gouda cheese will give the dish a lovely creamy texture, and if you use smoked Gouda, you'll end up with a strong flavor.

Holiday Dressing

This 9x13 dressing recipe involves a bit of prep time and takes longer than the standard recipe, but believe us when we say good things come to those who wait. If you're patient, you'll be rewarded with a super moist dressing. To take it up a level, make your own cornbread instead of using a mix.

Pumpkin Dump Cake

We've got nothing against pumpkin pie, but sometimes you just need to switch things up. This 9x13 dump cake is distinct enough that your guests will rave over it, but it is also remarkably simple to make. If you don't have a lot of spices on hand, you can simply use pumpkin pie mix, which is already spiced.

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Classic Candied Sweet Potatoes

This 9x13 Thanksgiving recipe is proof that sweet potatoes can be delectable without marshmallows on top. To prevent a runny texture, vent the lid while you're making the sauce, which will prevent condensation from forming in the saucepan.

Tasty Baked Mac and Cheese

This 9x13 baked mac and cheese recipe isn't just quick and easy — it will also please even the pickiest of eaters. It's creamy and flavorful and since it doesn't use a roux, you don't have to wait for the cheese to melt.

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