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Can You Make Mac and Cheese Bites Ahead of Time

Classic Cornbread Dressing

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Oh, the Thanksgiving paradox: a house filled with loved ones who have traveled from near and far to see you, yet your quality time is spent with the stove. You try to seem a calm, cheery hostess, but in truth, you're frazzled. Your mind races with forgotten ingredients, you overmix the mashed potatoes, and the gravy burns. We're here to break the cycle. This year, we've designed every dish on our menu to be made ahead so all you have to do on the big day is reheat and assemble. We have all the classic dishes like Old School Green Bean Casserole and Candied Sweet Potatoes on deck for easy to prepare beforehand dishes. Don't worry: We didn't forget about the grand finale—a gorgeous dessert—we've got an all-star lineup of seasonal treats. Revel in good company and delicious dishes this holiday season. A festive, fuss-free Thanksgiving? Now that's something to be thankful for.

Homemade Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Leeks

Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Leeks

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Recipe: Homemade Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Leeks

Fried leeks give this classic green bean casserole the most elegant topping. Make the casserole the day before Thanksgiving then fry the leeks the day of.

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Classic Cornbread Dressing

Classic Cornbread Dressing

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Recipe: Classic Cornbread Dressing

For all the go-getters and holiday planners, this heavenly cornbread dressing can be prepared a month ahead of time and stored in the freezer until the holidays.

Hasselback Sweet Potato Casserole

Hasselback Sweet Potato Casserole

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Recipe: Hasselback Sweet Potato Casserole

This elegant hasselback technique has completely transformed the traditional sweet potato casserole. Make this dish the day before turkey day.

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Savory Sweet Potato Casserole

Savory Sweet Potato Casserole

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Recipe: Savory Sweet Potato Casserole

Toasted pecans, cheese, and breadcrumbs gives this Sweet Potato Casserole some extra savory nodes.

Savory Corn Pudding

Savory Corn Pudding

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Recipe: Savory Corn Pudding

This fluffy and creamy corn pudding has won over our hearts and will win over yours too! This dish can chill up to two days then be reheated for the big feast.

Gingerbread Cheesecake with Lemon-Ginger Glaze

Gingerbread Cheesecake

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Recipe: Gingerbread Cheesecake with Lemon-Ginger Glaze

Impress your guests by serving this showstopping dessert. Create this cake two days in advance to allow enough time for its required chill time.

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Fudgy Pecan Bourbon Balls

Fudgy Pecan Bourbon Balls Recipe

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Recipe: Fudgy Pecan Bourbon Balls

Form these decadent treats the week of Thanksgiving and store them in your fridge until they're ready to be served.

Corn Pudding Casserole

Broccoli Cheese Casserole

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Recipe: Corn Pudding Casserole

We cut some corners with this cheesy corn pudding by substituting frozen corn for fresh corn. Prepare this crowd-pleaser a day ahead of time.

Classic Cranberry Salad

Classic Cranberry Salad

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Recipe: Classic Cranberry Salad

This fruity dish requires a 24-hour chill time, so you have an excuse to go ahead and get started.

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Classic Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

Rustic Mashed Red Potatoes with Parmesan

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Recipe: Classic Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

These buttermilk potatoes can be prepared ahead of time and reheat oh-so beautifully. We like to add a sliver of butter on top as the finishing touch.

Buttermilk-Pecan Pralines

Buttermilk-Pecan Pralines

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Recipe: Buttermilk-Pecan Pralines

These sugary, rich treats are so heavenly and can be stored in an airtight tin for up to a week.

Old-School Green Bean Casserole

Old-School Green Bean Casserole

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Recipe: Old-School Green Bean Casserole

You can mix up this classic casserole dish up to 3 days in advance—just slide it in the oven and add toppings the day of.

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Cheesy Mashed Potato Casserole

Cheesy Potato Casserole

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Recipe: Cheesy Potato Casserole

This delicate and rich casserole is so creamy that you wouldn't believe us if we told you we prepared this ahead of time.

Best-Ever Macaroni and Cheese

Roasted Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese

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Recipe: Best-Ever Macaroni and Cheese

It's true what they say, macaroni and cheese tastes even better the next day. Store this best-ever dish in the refrigerator the day before the feast then let it sit out for 30 minutes before sliding it in the oven.

Apple Stack Cake

Apple Stack Cake

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Recipe: Apple Stack Cake

This award-worthy apple delight requires two to three days of chill time to solidify.

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Salted Butter-Pecan Shortbread Cookies

Butter-Pecan Shortbread Cookies

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Recipe: Salted Butter-Pecan Shortbread Cookies

Create this cookie dough in advance. You can stick it in the fridge for up to two days before baking.

Fruitcake Bark

Buttermilk-Pecan Pralines

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Recipe: Fruitcake Bark

Holiday bark is the perfect make-ahead treat to set out on the dessert table.

Classic Candied Yams

Classic Candied Yams

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Recipe: Classic Candied Yams

You can assemble this holiday classic three days in advance.

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Roasted Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese

Roasted Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese

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Recipe: Roasted Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese

Make your way through the first half of this recipe a day in advance. Just cover and refrigerate. Once you're ready to complete, just bring it to room temperature and keep on cooking.

Crème Brûlée Cheesecake

Crème Brûlée Cheesecake

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Recipe: Crème Brûlée Cheesecake

Let this tangy and sweet cheesecake chill overnight then add the final brûlée touch when dessert time comes around.

Slow-Cooker Sweet Potatoes with Bacon

Slow-Cooker Sweet Potatoes with Bacon

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Recipe: Slow-Cooker Sweet Potatoes with Bacon

Wake up on Thanksgiving morning and put this sweet potato mixture into your slow cooker. It'll be ready to serve by dinnertime.

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Turkey Cheese Ball

Turkey Cheese Ball

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Recipe: Turkey Cheese Ball

Bring back your retro cheese ball recipe with a cheeky Thanksgiving spin. You can prep this cute turkey the night before and pop it out of the fridge before your family arrives.

Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy

Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy

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Recipe: Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy

It's all in the name here—this classic turkey gravy recipe can be made up to three days in advance. Don't forget to serve it from a gorgeous gravy boat!

Herby-Pecan Cornbread Dressing

Herby Pecan-Cornbread Dressing

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Recipe: Herby-Pecan Cornbread Dressing

This earthy version of classic cornbread dressing included toasted pecans for a bit of fall brunch. You can prepare the cornbread up to three days in advance, and store it, covered at room temperature.

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Cheddar Cheese Straws

Cheddar Cheese Straws

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Recipe: Cheddar Cheese Straws

It wouldn't be a holiday in the South without a snack bowl full of homemade cheese straws. This old-school recipe can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week before Thanksgiving.

Overnight Yeast Rolls

Overnight Yeast Rolls

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Recipe: Overnight Yeast Rolls

Trust us when we say these rolls are just as easy as buying the frozen ones. With just about 20 minutes of hands-on time and seven ingredients, you should definitely give homemade rolls a shot this Thanksgiving. Prepare the dough a day ahead of Thanksgiving and let it chill overnight.

Roasted Herb Turkey and Gravy

50 Best Thanksgiving Roasted Herb Turkey and Gravy

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Recipe: Roasted Herb Turkey and Gravy

Season the turkey and let it chill for up to one day before baking for a classic Thanksgiving feast. For the best gravy, we added onions, carrots, and celery to the roasting pan.

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Mashed Potato Casserole

Mashed Potato Casserole

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Recipe: Mashed Potato Casserole

If your family has a debate each Thanksgiving about whether buttery crackers or fried onions are the best casserole topper, leave them all speechless with this creamy potato casserole that's topped with both. The potatoes can be made up to two days ahead and stored in the refrigerator. When you're ready to serve, remove the pan from the refrigerator while the oven preheats. Prepare the breadcrumb topping, then sprinkle it on top of the casserole and bake it in the oven as directed.

Slow-Cooker Cornbread Dressing

Slow-Cooker Cornbread Turkey Dressing

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Recipe: Slow-Cooker Cornbread Dressing

Would you believe this Thanksgiving staple can be made in your slow cooker? Not only does this recipe leave your more room in the oven for other dishes, but it can also be made as far in advance as you need. Either make it a day ahead and simply reheat it in the slow cooker or make it a few weeks in advance, freeze it, and then reheat it in the slow cooker.

Hot Cranberry Bake

Hot Cranberry Bake Recipe

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Recipe: Hot Cranberry Bake

Serve this dairy-free and vegan dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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Blue Cheese-and-Pecan Stuffed Cherry Peppers

Blue Cheese-and-Pecan Stuffed Cherry Peppers

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Recipe: Blue Cheese-and-Pecan Stuffed Cherry Peppers

These pretty one-bite delights won't spoil anyone's appetite before the big Thanksgiving feast. Not only do they make for presentation that wows, but they are so easy to put together. You'll be amazed at how much flavor and texture are packed into these little gems!

Make-Ahead Sweet Potato Casserole

Make-Ahead Sweet Potato Casserole

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Recipe: Make-Ahead Sweet Potato Casserole

Cook this Thanksgiving mainstay a day or three ahead of time and just warm it up before the meal. Instead of a sticky-sweet marshmallow topping, we made our own creation with brown sugar, butter, spices, and rolled oats for just the right hint of sugar.

Butterscotch-Spice Trifle

Butterscotch-Spice Trifle

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Recipe: Butterscotch-Spice Trifle

Instead of cutting the homemade spice cake layers into cubes, we left them as they are for a more modern trifle look. You can assemble the entire trifle up to a day in advance and top with whipped cream and ground cinnamon before you serve it.

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Root Vegetable Gratin

Root Vegetable Gratin Recipe

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Recipe: Root Vegetable Gratin

Fall's harvest brings plenty of gorgeous, earthy root vegetables. Since slicing the veggies takes the most time for this recipe, get that done and assemble the casserole the day before Thanksgiving so all you have to do before dinner that day is pop it in the oven.

Smoked Turkey Breast

Smoked Turkey Breast

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Recipe: Smoked Turkey Breast

This flavorful turkey recipe requires the turkey to rest in a brine for at least five and up to 12 hours, so you basically have to make it ahead. If you've only depended on your oven when it comes to the Thanksgiving turkey, it's time to turn to the smoker.

Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites

Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites

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Recipe: Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites

We put a fall twist on your old-school sausage ball recipe, and you're going to love it. Chorizo adds a bit of spice, and mashed roasted sweet potato and a touch of cinnamon add just the right about of fall flavor. You can freeze these in advance and bake straight from frozen!

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Pumpkin Layer Cake with Caramel-Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Layer Cake with Caramel-Cream Cheese Frosting

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Recipe: Pumpkin Layer Cake with Caramel-Cream Cheese Frosting

If your family is full of pumpkin spice lovers, this layer cake by New Orleans cookbook author and food blogger Joy Wilson is a must-bake. The spiced cake layers are delicious alone, but when paired with cream cheese frosting that's swirled with ribbons of homemade caramel, this cake becomes something stunning. Make the cake layers up to three days in advance and store them in the refrigerator before decorating.

Candied Yams with Rosemary and Orange Zest

Candied Yams with Rosemary and Orange Zest Recipe Image

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Recipe: Candied Yams with Rosemary and Orange Zest

The sweet potato casserole might get all the attention at Thanksgiving, but we're making the case for old-fashioned candied yams. Fresh rosemary and citrus brighten up this dish, which you can assemble up to three days ahead of time.

Ultimate Make-Ahead Gravy

Make-Ahead Gravy

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Recipe: Ultimate Make-Ahead Gravy

This one-pot, 30-minute recipe is the absolute easiest way to get a helping of gravy on the table this Thanksgiving. It can be made and chilled up to three days in advance and heated up just before the meal.

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Aunt Grace's Best Cornbread Dressing

Aunt Grace's Famous Cornbread Dressing

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Recipe: Aunt Grace's Best Cornbread Dressing

Travel editor Valerie Luesse's Aunt Grace knew a thing or two about Thanksgiving dressing, as this "silky smooth and ultra-moist" recipe proves. If you want to make it ahead, she has her own method: wo days ahead: Prepare breads and chop veggies. One day ahead: Mix all ingredients except eggs and refrigerate. Thanksgiving Day: Bring dressing mixture to room temperature, add eggs, and bake.

Broccoli Cheese Casserole

Broccoli-Cheese Casserole

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Recipe: Broccoli Cheese Casserole

Every Southerner needs a trusty broccoli cheese casserole in the recipe repertoire. This rich side dish is a surefire way to get the kids to eat their veggies.

Cheese Dreams

Cheese Dreams

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Recipe: Cheese Dreams

If their name is any indication, these bites are an absolute delight. Assemble them the day before and refrigerate or freeze them for up to three weeks before Thanksgiving. Decadent but not too hearty that they'll ruin anyone's appetite before the main event, these are the perfect Thanksgiving appetizer.

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Baked Corn Casserole

Baked Corn Casserole

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Recipe: Baked Corn Casserole

This casserole is the perfect hybrid between cornbread and corn pudding.

Layered Pumpkin Cheesecake

Layered Pumpkin Cheesecake

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Recipe: Layered Pumpkin Cheesecake

If you've been asked to bring dessert to Thanksgiving and you're unsure what to make, surprise everyone with this two-in-one recipe where pumpkin pie and cheesecake meet. Make it the night before, chill in the refrigerator, and top with fresh whipped cream when you're ready to serve.

Slow-Cooker Collard Greens with Ham Hocks

Slow-Cooker Collard Greens with Ham Hocks Recipe

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Recipe: Slow-Cooker Collard Greens with Ham Hocks

No one will complain to see old-fashioned collard greens among the heavy casserole lineup at Thanksgiving. You can make this classic side dish a week or two ahead of Thanksgiving and freeze in air-tight bags or a day or two in advance and refrigerate in the slow cooker insert (if you have room!). Let the insert stand at room temp for 30 minutes, then return to the slow cooker to reheat. A tip from the Test Kitchen: Do not reheat the cold insert straight from the fridge or it will crack.

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Twice Baked Potato Casserole

Twice Baked Potato Casserole

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Recipe: Twice Baked Potato Casserole

Instead of serving individual baked potatoes, serve up the same flavor your family loves in portable, big-batch casserole form. Prepare it one day in advance and chill the unbaked dish, covered, in the refrigerator. Let the dish come to room temperature before popping it in the oven.

Make-Ahead Yeast Rolls

Make-Ahead Yeast Rolls

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Recipe: Make-Ahead Yeast Rolls

This recipe appeared on the pages of Southern Living all the way back in November 1995, and 25 years later, it's still good as gold. You can make the dough ahead of time, refrigerate it, and let it rise at room temperature until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours. Or you can make the rolls, let them cool, and freeze them in Ziploc freezer bags. However they arrive at your table, these tender, buttery rolls will be gone in no time.

Creamed Greens Casserole

Creamed Greens Casserole

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Recipe: Creamed Greens Casserole

This hot and cheesy casserole will make everyone at your table want to eat their greens.

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Southwestern-Style Spoonbread Dressing

Southwestern-Style Spoonbread Dressing Recipe

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Recipe: Southwestern-Style Spoonbread Dressing

We looked back in the archives to November 1994 and found this gem of a casserole. Prepare the recipe according to the directions one day (omitting the garnishes), let it cool to room temperature, then store it, covered, in the refrigerator. Reheat before serving and top with red bell pepper strips and celery leaves.

Sweet Potato Sheet Cake

Sweet Potato Sheet Cake

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Recipe: Sweet Potato Sheet Cake

There's nothing better than a soft sheet cake when you need to feed dessert to a crowd. With sweet potatoes, pecans, brown sugar, apple pie spice, and even bacon, this one has all the fall flavor you crave in a Thanksgiving dessert. No one will believe a dessert with this much flavor started with a box of cake mix (and you don't have to tell them). Make it the day before and keep it in the fridge till you're ready to serve!

Brussels Sprouts with Cornbread Croutons

Brussels Sprouts with Cornbread Croutons Recipe

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Recipe: Brussels Sprouts with Cornbread Croutons

Add something new to your Thanksgiving side dish lineup with this fun way to showcase Brussels sprouts. This dish comes together quickly as it is, but you can make the cornbread a day in advance to make it even faster. You'll want to top every casserole and salad with these savory cornbread croutons.

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Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole

Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole

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Recipe: Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole

Your slow cooker can truly do it all, including baking this Thanksgiving casserole for you! You basically dump all the ingredients in and press "start." You can either cook this casserole on high for about three hours or low for about seven, depending on what works best for your schedule.

Orange-Buttermilk Trifle

Orange-Buttermilk Trifle

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Recipe: Orange-Buttermilk Trifle

You can make each element of this gorgeous trifle in advance, making it an easy dessert that doesn't look like it was easy to make (we don't tell if you don't). The striking color combination of navel oranges and the bright red blood oranges mimics the fall leaves outside for a centerpiece-worthy dessert.

Au Gratin Potato Casserole

Au Gratin Potato Casserole

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Recipe: Au Gratin Potato Casserole

Put these easy, cheesy potato casserole together the day before and pop it in the oven before your Thanksgiving meal. It's made with store-bought shortcuts like frozen hash browns, sour cream, and canned soup, so it only takes a few minutes to throw together!

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Cherry-Spice Cake Trifle

Three Days Ahead: Cherry-Spice Cake Trifle

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Recipe: Cherry-Spice Cake Trifle

Take out the Holiday Spice Cake layers to thaw then use it to create this one-of-a-kind holiday trifle.

Wild Rice-and-Greens Casserole

Wild Rice-and-Greens Casserole

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Recipe: Wild Rice-and-Greens Casserole

Add this greens casserole to your repertoire of Thanksgiving side dishes this year. We chose kale, but you can use whatever greens are your favorite. To make this new addition ahead of time, cover and chill up to three days before baking.

Pumpkin-Espresso Tiramisù

Tiramisu; Photographer: Alison Miksch; Prop Stylist: Buffy Hargett-Miller; Food: Erin Merhar

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Recipe: Pumpkin-Espresso Tiramisù

Forget the pies this Thanksgiving, make-ahead Tiramisu is the smarter way to go.

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Hurry-Up Homemade Crescent Rolls

Hurry-Up Homemade Crescent Rolls

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Recipe: Hurry-Up Homemade Crescent Rolls

Instead of hitting up the freezer aisle, you can make these fluffy crescent rolls way ahead of time (we're talking up to two months in the freezer!). A breadbasket full of homemade rolls is just the personal touch your Thanksgiving table is missing.

Caramel-Pecan-Pumpkin Bread Puddings

Caramel Pecan Pumpkin Bread Puddings

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Recipe: Caramel-Pecan-Pumpkin Bread Puddings

Swap out your usual parade of pies for a seasonal bread pudding recipe. This decadent dessert can be made in a 13x9 dish or individual ramekins and can be prepped up to a day in advance.

Pumpkin-Chocolate Brownies

Pumpkin-Chocolate Brownies

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Recipe: Pumpkin-Chocolate Brownies

With pumpkin, pecan, and apple pies galore, Thanksgiving isn't always the holiday for chocolate lovers. These beautiful swirled brownies will satisfy them and more. Let your freshly baked brownies chill, uncovered, overnight. For perfect slices, cut the brownies while they're still cold and serve at room temperature.

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Southern Pimiento Mac and Cheese

Southern Pimiento Mac and Cheese

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Recipe: Southern Pimiento Mac and Cheese

Leave the pasta in this bake undercooked by 1 minute so it can continue to cook in the creamy sauce.

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