These Test Kitchen-approved Christmas side dishes will round out any holiday meal.
So pick oneor fiveand serve them up.
You might just need bigger plates for all these delicious Christmas sides.
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This casserole is just as good as the soup but more filling.
It’s best when served alongside holiday favorites.
Finished with toasted pecans and tart cranberries, its a standout addition to any holiday spread.
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Crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts
Give brussels sprout skeptics a run for their money with this recipe.
Fresh sage bestows the dressing with freshness and flavor.
Pimiento Cheese Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Pimiento cheese turns classic mashed potatoes into something deliciously cheesy and creamy.
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Plus, we added caramelized onions for sweetness and bacon for crunch.
It also brings the rich flavor of browned butterthose nutty taste you simply can’t get any other way!
Look for multicolored carrots for a stunning presentation.
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If you could’t find them at the supermarket, try a local farmers' market.
Sweet Potato Rolls
Extra-special occasions deserve extra-special rolls.
Warm, light, and fluffy, these sweet potato rolls will be the talk of the buffet line.
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Let it simmer while the rest of meal comes together.
Air Fryer Asparagus
Looking for an impressive dish requiring little effort?
Wild Rice-and-Greens Casserole Recipe
Get ahead of the game with this cook-ahead casserole.
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Customize with your favorite green or greens.
Even though it uses fewer than 10 ingredients, it’s still elegant enough for a holiday dinner.
Cabbage Casserole
Will Dickey
You won’t regret taking a chance on cabbage.
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Every bite breaks through the crispy exterior to the creamy, tender interior.
Chopped pecans add both Christmas and Southern spirit.
This creamy delicacy serves 8 and tolerates reheating multiple times, making it perfect for the holidays.
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Classic Cranberry Salad
Don’t settle for canned cranberry sauce.
This crunchy cranberry salad is a riff on the traditional Thanksgiving staple.
They’re creamy, buttery, and an easy dish for the spread.
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Garlic Parmesan Green Beans
What’s not to love about a dish covered in garlic and Parmesan?
For a memorable main dish, sprinkle the top with Parmesan cheese and stunning sliced tomatoes.
Mixed Greens
This recipe comes from culinary historian Jessica B. Harris.
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Southern-style collard greens, bacon, andSpicy Vinegar.
Kids and adults alike will love this classic, cheese-topped recipe.
Plus, the dynamic red color makes it an especially appropriate addition to Christmas lunch or dinner.
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Smashed Baby Red Potatoes
Round out your meal with a hearty serving of red potatoes.
Pan-Fried Okra with Cornmeal
Fried okra is a side dish beloved by Southerners.
Elevate this favorite for the holiday season by going with a lighter cornmeal coating.
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to even count as a veggie.
No doubt, the kids will be fans of this nostalgic recipe.
Creamed Greens Casserole
Move over, creamed spinachthere’s a new steak house side in town.
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Give the packaged collards an extra chop with a sharp knife to get them to bite-size pieces.
Trust us: These little towers, topped with rosemary and pecans, taste as pretty as they look.
Two words that can sell a Southerner on basically any dish?
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“Easy” and “casserole.”
This recipe delivers on both, coming together in just 30 minutes.
Potato Gratin with Rosemary Crust
This gratin is awesome with prime rib or beef tenderloin.
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Rosemary is a bossy herb that can take over a dish, so use it sparingly.
Andrew’s Potato Latkes
These potato pancakes are a classic Hanukkah dish.
Make a variety of flavors and add distinctive garnishes to clue guests in on the different flavors.
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No matter how you serve it, sweet and sunny citrus complements any roast or fish.
Such is the case with this crowd-pleasing recipe.
This recipe calls for fresh chives and Parmesan.
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Skillet-Roasted Carrots
Looking for an easy side that can be made in a single skillet?
Whip this recipe right up!
Tip: It’s made even better (and more beautiful) with a multi-colored bunch of carrots.
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This recipe is smoked on the grill and topped with jalapeno chile and cilantro.
Hasselback Sweet Potato Casserole
Potato casserole, but make it fancy.
A delicious, cheesy way to eat your greensand enjoy them too.
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This recipe makes two dozen!
The secret here is the cream cheese.
Pimiento Cheese Creamed Spinach
Give spinach a decidedly Southern spin in the form of casserole.
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Browned-Butter Farro
Farro is an ancient form of wheat that has seen a resurgence in recent years.
This toasted farro recipe is made surprisingly flavorful with the addition of browned butter.
Creamy Parmesan Grits
Cheese grits?
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Look for Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, which adds nutty flavor and an earthy depth to the grits.
Bacon, onion, and brown sugar pack these beans with holiday flavor.
This recipe calls for butterbeans, but lima beans can easily be swapped in too.
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Fennel-and-Potato Gratin
This cheesy potato gratin gets a punch of flavor from nutmeg andfennel.
It’s impressive enough for a holiday party, but easy enough to put together on a busy weeknight.
Sweet Potato Soup
This batch-soup recipe can be made the day before.
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Simply complete the first two steps, then reheat and stir in the lime juice before serving.
Green Beans with Garlic
Saute fresh garlic to jazz up this simple yet delicious side dish.
Pair with red main or side dishes for a festive color palette.
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Either way, guests will no doubt be coming around for seconds.
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