Thanksgiving dinner is all about enjoying delicious flavors without spending your entire holiday in the kitchen. That’s where make-ahead stuffing recipes come to the rescue! From the buttery, herbaceous goodness of Overnight Sausage and Sage Stuffing to a Southern Cornbread Dressing with savory sausage, these recipes pack all the holiday flavor you crave while giving you more time to relax with family and friends. Whether you’re going classic or trying something new like Herby Vegan Croissant Stuffing, this collection has something for everyone to gobble up.

Overnight Sausage and Sage Stuffing

Overnight Sausage and Sage Stuffing Image Credit Inquiring Chef

Thanksgiving isn’t complete without Overnight Sausage and Sage Stuffing. Butter-crisped bread, tender vegetables, sausage, and sage make this the holiday dish that everyone will be reaching for. Get All The Recipes

Sausage, Apple, and Cranberry Stuffing

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Sausage Apple And Cranberry Stuffing Image Credit Balance With Jess

This Sausage, Apple, & Cranberry Stuffing recipe is loaded with flavor. It’s made with sourdough bread, celery, apples, cranberries, & Italian sausage. Don’t forget the fresh herbs either. Get All The Recipes

Southern Cornbread Dressing With Sausage

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If you have not tried a cornbread dressing, you are missing out. This Southern Cornbread Dressing With Sausage is perfect for Thanksgiving. Get All The Recipes

Crockpot Stuffing Recipe

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This classic crockpot stuffing has timeless flavors and mouthwatering aromas! It’s easy, inexpensive and will free up space in the oven! Get All The Recipes

Instant Pot Stuffing

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Save oven space with this easy Instant Pot Stuffing! It’s made with simple ingredients and has classic, savoury holiday flavour. Get All The Recipes

Herby Vegan Croissant Stuffing 

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Herby Vegan Croissant Stuffing Image Credit Ooh La La

This croissant stuffing takes your boring vegan stuffing recipe to an entirely new level! Made with fresh herbs and juicy mushrooms. Get All The Recipes

Vegan Cornbread Dressing

Vegan Cornbread Dressing Image Credit My Quiet Kitchen

Irresistible vegan cornbread dressing. Made with savory, southern-style cornbread, onion, celery, mushrooms, garlic, herbs and salty broth. Get All The Recipes

Stuffing with Sausage Recipe 

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It’s not Thanksgiving without a good homemade stuffing recipe! This Stuffing with Sausage recipe will be sure to become your new go-to side dish. Get All The Recipes

15 Irresistible Thanksgiving Bites to Keep Everyone Happy Until Dinner

A dish with cream cheese topped with bright red cranberry salsa, garnished with chopped green onions, sliced jalapeños, and fresh cranberries. Corn tortilla chips surround the dish on a wooden surface, accompanied by parsley leaves.
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Thanksgiving is all about family, friends, and of course, fantastic food! If you’re looking for appetizers that will set the stage for your holiday feast, we’ve got you covered. These Thanksgiving-inspired starters are easy to make, full of festive flavors, and will keep everyone satisfied until the main meal. From a warm Spinach Artichoke Dip to a zesty Cranberry Jalapeno Dip, these bites are guaranteed to delight. Get ready to start Thanksgiving on a delicious note with appetizers that everyone will be thankful for! Get All The Recipes Now