Let your heart be light: Many of these festive dishes can be made ahead — a bonus gift on Christmas morning.
RECIPES
Brown Butter Sage Leaf Buttermilk Cornbread
This beautiful and fragrant cornbread is sure to impress guests.
“Forgotten” Cider-Roasted Pork
Serve this near-charred dish alongside roasted carrots, fall greens, and October beans.
Apple Cider Caramel Dumpling Pie
This beautiful, rustic pie tastes most delicious when made with old-timey butter piecrust.
Butternut Squash, Apple, & Sausage Bake
Fall in love with this hearty, roasted-and-toasted side dish.
Glazed Acorn Squash
Coat caramelized squash with a sweet, spiced maple glaze and bake until bubbly.
Cranberry & Walnut Slaw
This colorful cabbage salad has plenty of crunch thanks to carrots, apples, and walnuts.
Roasted Buttered Turnips with Thyme
This flavorful, no-fuss fall side will become a new family favorite.
Side Dish Stars: 4 Recipes for Your Holiday Spread
These recipes do more than play second fiddle to the turkey: Prepare them with North Carolina-grown ingredients like squash, apples, and sausage for a holiday spread that sings.
