Potatoes on a Pellet Grill

Every hero needs a sidekick. Make sure your sides are as good as your main dish. With these potato recipes, they’re guaranteed to be a contender:

Smoked Scalloped Potatoes

Indulge in smoky sophistication with Traeger's Smoked Scalloped Potatoes, where thinly sliced potatoes are layered with rich cream and cheese, and then slow-cooked to perfection on your wood-fired grill.

Roasted New Potatoes

Delight your taste buds with our Roasted New Potatoes with Mustard, where new potatoes are roasted on your grill and then coated with a flavorful mustard dressing.

Smoked Mashed Potatoes

Smoked Mashed Potatoes are a creamy and smoky sensation, with potatoes smoked to perfection before being mashed to creamy excellence. Sprinkle the top with sliced green onions for extra texture and taste.

Rosemary and Thyme-Infused Mashed Potatoes

Experience the aromatic blend of herbs and wood-fired flavor with the rich Rosemary Mashed Potatoes, where traditional mashed potatoes are infused with the essence of rosemary on your grill.

Marshmallow Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

Transform the classic sweet potato with a tasty alternative. Meet the Marshmallow Hasselback Sweet Potatoes, where tender, smoky sweet potatoes are artfully sliced and adorned with a marshmallow topping for a sensational side dish.

Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Gravy for Smoked Thanksgiving Sides

Cranberry Sauce

Another Thanksgiving classic is flavorful, tart cranberry sauce. Not only does this add a great pop of color to your table but it will give all your savory, rich food a delicious contrast.

Pro Tip: When it comes to cranberry sauce, it's always best to make it from scratch instead of from the can. Fresh cranberries bring a bold, natural tartness that gets perfectly balanced with a touch of sugar and a squeeze of orange juice, creating a sauce that’s layered with flavor and texture. With a canned version, you're missing out on the kick that only fresh cranberries can deliver, and you're left with a uniform jelly that's all too sweet and a bit too processed. Making it yourself takes just a few minutes, and the result is a sauce with real character – bright, tangy, and made to perfectly complement a savory roast or smoked turkey.

Take a look at these Traeger favorites:

• Cranberry Sauce
• Roasted Cranberry Sauce with Red Wine & Cinnamon
• Red Wine Reduction

Stuffing Recipes

Stuffing your turkey may be a classic tradition, but the USDA advises against it due to food safety concerns—it can leave the stuffing undercooked and risk bacteria growth. While some people still prefer stuffing their bird for that signature flavor, making it on the side ensures both the turkey and stuffing cook perfectly. You can still capture that savory turkey essence by baking the stuffing with a splash of drippings or broth. Plus, preparing it separately frees up space in the turkey cavity for aromatics like herbs, onions, and citrus that enhance the overall flavor.

Whether you like your stuffing on the side or cooked directly in the turkey, your Thanksgiving feast will be incomplete without this delicious side. From sweet to savory, explore these stuffings.

Classic Sausage Stuffing

Dive into the heartwarming flavors of this Classic Sausage Stuffing, a timeless recipe that combines rustic bread, savory sausage, and aromatic herbs for a perfect Thanksgiving side. After smoking it over sweet cherry pellets for around 30 minutes, you’ll have an easy and delicious side that your friends and family won’t get enough of.

Thanksgiving Sausage Leek Stuffing

Baked Cornbread, Bacon, And Pecan Stuffing

If you’re looking for a rich and savory stuffing option, pair your turkey with cornbread salty bacon, sage, rosemary, parsley, and toasted pecans.

Baked Sage & Sausage Stuffing

Cornbread Sausage Stuffing

Invite a bit of the South to your table with sweet and savory stuffing, where the smoky goodness of cornbread, sausage, and herbs come together to create a flavorful and unforgettable stuffing.

Traditional Stuffing

Vegetable Thanksgiving Sides

Butter Braised Green Beans

Butter and beans are always a good combination. For a fresh, yet wood-fired flavor, try out this delicious side recipe.

BBQ Baked Beans

Dive into a pot of these rich and delicious baked beans, where smoky and savory beans are cooked to perfection with a rich barbecue twist for a hearty side dish.

Roasted Parmesan Squash

Savor the delightful combination of roasted of this delicate roasted parmesan squash recipe, where the sweetness of the squash and the richness of Parmesan meld into a delicious combo.

Grilled Asparagus & Honey-Glazed Carrots

Satisfy your vegetable cravings with grilled asparagus and carrots; where crisp asparagus and tender carrots are roasted on the grill and then drizzled with a sweet and savory honey glaze.

Traeger Smoked Mushrooms

If you’re looking to add an earthy taste to your table, consider savory smoked mushrooms to make a subtle punch to your plate.

Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Casseroles

There’s nothing quite as comforting as a homemade casserole. For your Thanksgiving feast, it’s not a side dish you can go without.

Thanksgiving Smoked Green Bean Casserole

If you’re a lover of classic Thanksgiving sides, you can’t go wrong with a green bean casserole. Elevate this classic recipe by adding a wood-fired twist.

Sweet Potato Marshmallow Casserole

Traeger's Sweet Potato Casserole is a smoky sensation, combining the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a crunchy pecan topping for a delectable Thanksgiving side dish.

Bacon Green Bean Casserole

This side is a favorite even amongst the pickiest of eaters. Made with green beans wrapped in smoky bacon this dish is baked to perfection in a creamy sauce.

Baked Venison Tater Tot Casserole

If you want to use up some of your meat from hunting season, consider this hearty and smoky Venison Tater Tot Casserole, a fusion of ground venison, tater tots, and cheesy goodness that's cooked to perfection on the grill.

Grits and Smoked Chorizo Casserole

Traeger's Grits Meat Casserole is a comfort food masterpiece, combining creamy grits with seasoned meat and a smoky touch for a satisfying wood-fired meal.

Smoked Mac & Triple Cheese

Bread and Rolls

By themselves or dipped into one of the many sides above, a Thanksgiving table is incomplete without a delicious, homemade roll or bread. While it may seem like a daunting task, it’s well worth the work. Read our guide on how to make the perfect bread for your Traeger, or dive into one of the recipes below for guidance and ideas.

Desserts

Thanksgiving dinner is nothing without its sweet treat at the end. Take a look at our favorite Thanksgiving pies to serve with your wood-fired feast.

Pro Tip: Take a look at our Traeger Thanksgiving Timeline you know when to start baking your pie.

Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

Pumpkin is a staple at the Thanksgiving dinner table, but why not give it a wood-fired twist?

Baked Pumpkin Pie

If you're more of a fan of traditional pumpkin pie, there's nothing better than ours. Just make sure to top it with homemade whipped cream.

Smoke Roasted Apple Pie

With apples in season, it's practically criminal not to take a smoke-roasted apple pie for your feast. The secret ingredient? Dampening the crust's edge with apple juice.

Baked Pecan Pie

Pecan pie is Thanksgiving royalty—crispy, caramelized pecans on top, gooey sweetness underneath, and that perfect hint of smoky flavor when it’s done on the Traeger.

Blueberry Clafoutis