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Rustic Brown Butter Herb Stuffing
Side Dishes Josie Scherer Side Dishes Josie Scherer

Rustic Brown Butter Herb Stuffing

This rustic brown butter herb stuffing brings together toasted bread, nutty brown butter, and fresh thyme and sage for a classic, flavorful holiday side. It’s comforting without being heavy, and the crisp-on-top, tender-in-the-middle texture is exactly what everyone wants on a holiday table. Make it ahead-friendly and pair it with just about any main — it’s the kind of stuffing that never leaves leftovers.

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Cavatappi and Cheese, Baby!
Side Dishes, Pasta Josie Scherer Side Dishes, Pasta Josie Scherer

Cavatappi and Cheese, Baby!

This Mac and Cheese is a cozy, nostalgic twist on the ultimate comfort classic. Curly cavatappi noodles are wrapped in a velvety blend of sharp cheddar, aged Gouda, Gruyère, and Parmesan, with smoked paprika adding a warm, savory depth. Baked under a golden, buttery panko topping, it delivers the perfect balance of creaminess and crunch. Each bite is rich, comforting, and irresistibly cozy — the kind of dish that feels both familiar and a little extra special every time it hits the table.

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Sweet Potato Casserole
Side Dishes Josie Scherer Side Dishes Josie Scherer

Sweet Potato Casserole

This Sweet Potato Casserole is a cozy, nostalgic twist on a holiday classic. Silky, spiced sweet potatoes are blended with butter and vanilla, then topped with a golden layer of toasted pecans for the perfect mix of warmth and crunch. Each bite captures the essence of fall — comforting, balanced, and irresistibly rich — the kind of side dish that feels both familiar and a little bit special, no matter how many times it graces the table.

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Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes
Dinners, Side Dishes Josie Scherer Dinners, Side Dishes Josie Scherer

Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes

These Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes are my upgraded take on the classic holiday side—rich, cozy, and full of flavor from an infused cream simmered with bay leaves, sage, nutmeg, garlic, and fresh thyme. A splash of buttermilk at the end adds light tanginess and an ultra-fluffy texture, while an optional baked-potato method delivers even deeper potato flavor without any water dilution. Finished with nutty brown butter and fresh herbs, this dish is simple, elevated, and guaranteed to steal the spotlight on your Thanksgiving table.

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Susan’s Thanksgiving Sweet Potato Casserole
Side Dishes Josie Scherer Side Dishes Josie Scherer

Susan’s Thanksgiving Sweet Potato Casserole

Easy sweet potato casserole side dish for your holiday table! Literally throw everything in a food processor (or blender) and pour into a casserole dish. Top with the sweet, nutty pecan topping and bake it off in the oven. Trust me, everyone will thank you when you make this dish - thanks, Susan (for the recipe)!

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