8 Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes That Won’t Hog the Oven

Save the oven for the bird. These quick side dishes come together easily on the stovetop or in your slow cooker. Plus: Get more classic Thanksgiving side dish recipes »

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Stove-Top “Roasted” Red Potatoes

“This was delicious! I made the corn for company and they raved about it. It was quick and easy to make. I used canned corn instead of frozen and it was still wonderful.” -hkcurry Get the recipe >>. Recipe by LDSMon128; Photo by anniesnomblog

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Brussels Sprouts in Garlic Butter

“Brussels sprouts aren’t my favorite, but after these I crave them all the time. Leave garlic in the pan, for golden and simply mouthwatering sprouts.” -Donna Get the recipe >>. Recipe by Tracey K.; Photo by SharonChen

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Creamy Slow Cooker Macaroni & Cheese

“This all comes together very nicely, and it was nice to have a clear stove to make the rest of dinner while this was going in the slow cooker.”-LilPinkieJ Get the recipe >>. Recipe by appleydapply; Photo by diner524

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Pumpkin Soup

“This was lovely and thick and the color is amazing. I like the added nutmeg. I swirled a bit of cream on top, too.” -Evie* Get the recipe >>. Recipe and Photo by kiwidutch

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Cranberry, Feta & Walnut Salad

“Everything blended together beautifully — from the creamy feta to the chewy cranberries to the crunchy walnuts. A wonderful blast of flavors!”-Bobbie Get the recipe >>. Recipe by Graybert; Photo by manrat

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Slow-Cooker Mashed Potatoes

“I made these for Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone said they were the best mashed potatoes they’ve ever eaten. I will never boil them again!” -Nancy Get the recipe >>. Recipe and Photo by Vseward (Chef~V)

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Dressed Peas

“My step-son loved this. When I told him the dish was called ‘Dressed Peas’ he said: These dressed peas are better than naked peas any day!”
-~*~Gold Medal Flower~*~ Get the recipe >>. Recipe by Bergy; Photo by Kathy :-(

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Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup

“I cheated and used a frozen veggie mix and everyone loved it! Make double batches and freeze them for another day.” -Chef #745711 Get the recipe >>

Recipe by chefnini; Photo by run for your life

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