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12 Must Try Christmas Sides

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No holiday feast is complete without all the yummy Christmas sides! So I’ve rounded up 12 of my all-time favorites to help make your menu planning a breeze this year!

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  • My Best Christmas Sides Recipes
  • Potatoes Au Gratin
  • Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
  • Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
  • Roasted Root Vegetables
  • Honey Roasted Carrots
  • Classic Dinner Rolls
  • Skillet Green Beans
  • Creamed Spinach
  • Roasted Sweet Potatoes
  • Mashed Sweet Potatoes
  • Cheddar Cheese Biscuits
  • Baked Mac and Cheese
  • Other Delicious Recipes To Try
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My Best Christmas Sides Recipes

It’s that time of year again when you’re running around just trying to get the tree up, gifts wrapped, and the menu planned! But let’s face it, in some ways the sides are what make the meal. The turkey may be juicy and the ham may be tasty but without the Christmas sides, it’s not a holiday dinner.

In this collection of recipes, you’ll find all the classics like buttery mashed potatoes and creamed spinach as well as an easy recipe for homemade dinner rolls. I’ve also included my perfectly sweetened honey roasted carrots which are always a hit! All of these go fantastic with turkey or ham. And if you are serving beef, my potatoes au gratin and skillet green beans pair perfectly with prime rib. 

So take a peek at these 12 easy to make Christmas side dishes and let me help you take the stress out of menu planning this holiday season!

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Potatoes Au Gratin

A classic dish of Potatoes Au Gratin, that will have you hooked at first bite. They're perfect for your Holiday table or even just a Sunday supper. Thinly sliced potatoes, smothered in a creamy sauce and topped with cheddar and Parmesan cheese. So good to the very last bite!
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Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

This recipe for oven Roasted Fingerling Potatoes gives you a perfectly crispy and delicious result. It's easy enough to make on a busy weeknight, and stunning enough to serve guests!
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cheesy mashed potatoes in a casserole dish.

Cheesy Mashed Potatoes

These Cheesy Mashed Potatoes are loaded with 3 different kind of cheese, bacon and chives! They are taken to the next level of deliciousness and are the perfect side dish for the holidays, gatherings or potlucks!
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roasted root vegetables in a white bowl garnished with fresh rosemary.

Roasted Root Vegetables

This healthy and versatile one-pan Roasted Root Vegetables are super simple to make, and great for a large gathering. Carrots, beets and sweet potatoes, all tossed with olive oil and rosemary, then roasted to perfection. This will become a favorite side dish for any meal.
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freshly made honey roasted carrots on a plate.

Honey Roasted Carrots

A super simple recipe for tender Honey Roasted Carrots using only a few staple pantry items. These Roasted Carrots are delicious with an incredible honey caramelized finish, perfect side dish to any meal, but also ideal for any holiday!
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Classic Dinner Rolls

These Dinner Rolls are soft, fluffy, and buttery, a classic no fail recipe that requires very little effort to make. The perfect addition to any meal! 
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Skillet Green Beans

This simple Skillet Green Beans recipe with lemon and garlic is ready in 30 minutes and goes great with any meal! It can't get more simple than a handful of ingredients in one pan – you're going to love them! 
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creamed spinach in a white bowl garnished with parmesan cheese.

Creamed Spinach

This recipe for Creamed Spinach is so easy and quick to make, ready in just 30 minutes. It's a great addition to your table for any meal! Breakfast, lunch, or dinner. While simultaneously full of great flavor and versatile, you can spoon this creamed spinach onto any savory bite.
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Roasted Sweet Potatoes

These Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a holiday staple side dish! Requiring only 4 simple ingredients, this recipe is a foolproof way to satisfy every hungry belly at your Thanksgiving table!
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mashed sweet potatoes in a blue bowl with a couple pats of butter.

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Delicious Mashed Sweet Potatoes made with only 4 ingredients! Easy, creamy, comfort food. The perfection addition to your holiday table!
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Cheddar Cheese Biscuits

These Cheddar Cheese Biscuits are simple, delicious, flaky and super cheesy. Loaded with cheddar cheese and made super flaky with buttermilk, these biscuits are incredibly quick to make. They are the perfect addition to any meal, or enjoyed as a snack.
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baked mac and cheese in a black cast iron skillet.

Baked Mac and Cheese

This easy homemade Baked Mac and Cheese recipe is the ultimate classic comfort food. We're talking decadent creamy macaroni with the most incredible cheese sauce. Total soul-food and always a crowd favorite!
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