Thanksgiving Side Dishes That Will Wow Your Guests!
A collection of delicious Thanksgiving side dishes that will impress your guests and complement your holiday feast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Green beans – 1 pound
- Garlic – 4 cloves, minced
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
- Butter – 2 tablespoons
- Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary) – 1 tablespoon each, chopped
- Potatoes – 2 pounds, peeled and cubed
- Heavy cream – 1 cup
- Parmesan cheese – 1/2 cup, grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the cubed potatoes. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add heavy cream, butter, and Parmesan cheese. Mash until smooth and creamy.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add green beans to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in fresh herbs and remove from heat.
- Serve the mashed potatoes alongside the sautéed green beans for a perfect Thanksgiving side dish.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the green beans, such as sliced almonds or bacon for extra flavor.
- Make the mashed potatoes ahead of time and reheat before serving.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg