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52 Easy Thanksgiving Recipes, Because You Deserve to Be Stress-Free

Whether you're cooking the whole feast yourself or bringing a dish to someone else's home, you shouldn't have to break a sweat.
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Let's face it: Whether you're getting on a plane to fly across the country or spending days in a row with your in-laws, Thanksgiving can be stressful enough as it is. So the food shouldn't be. From slow-roasted green beans that you can set in the oven and all but forget about, to a dry-rubbed turkey breast that won't have you eating hours past your planned meal time, we've got you covered.

  • Cheesy Cabbage Gratin
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    Cheesy Cabbage Gratin

    Every editor who claimed this cheesy gratin would be “too much!” ended up going back for seconds and thirds. We think you’ll do the same.

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    Broccolini With Sesame Sauce and Lemon

    Steamed broccolini dressed with a salty-sweet sesame sauce is a bright, palate-cleansing side dish.

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    Seared Mushrooms With Garlic and Thyme

    Our idea of magic mushrooms is crisp, golden (legal) substances with the power to lend a bass note of flavor to grain salads, turn a piece of ricotta toast into a meal, or stand alone as a savory side. 

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  • Making Perfect Sides Brussels Sprouts
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    Brussels Sprouts With Pistachios and Lime

    These roasted whole brussels sprouts get so crispy you’ll worry they’re burnt (they’re not!). Then toss ’em in a date molasses–brown butter glaze.

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    Dry-Rubbed Turkey Breast

    Worried you won't have enough leftovers for next-day sandwiches? Rather not bother with a giant turkey? The bone-in breast is your ticket.

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    Photo by Michael Graydon + Nikole Herriott, food styling by Rebecca Jurkevich, prop styling by Kalen Kaminski
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    Spicy Cranberry Sauce

    Jalapeño and lime give this year's cranberry sauce the zesty-spicy kick it deserves.

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