50 fall side dish recipes

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As colder temperatures and shorter days set in across the U.S., it's only natural to start daydreaming about traditional holiday eats like roast turkey and beef wellington. And with Thanksgiving right around the corner, you'll need to plan at least a few sides to go with your main course. After all, there are just so many good options out there, from classics like mashed potatoes and green bean casserole to more unique ones like pumpkin fritters and bacon-wrapped corn on the cob.

Here, Stacker compiled a list of 50 highly rated fall side dish recipes from Allrecipes. We've included everything from stuffing to veggies and even a few fruit-forward options. There are so many good ideas here that you're sure to be making these well past Thanksgiving and into the winter—and we don't blame you!

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Fresh Mushroom Rice Pilaf

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

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Cheesy Eggplant Casserole

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Hot and Sour Chinese Eggplant

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Finnish Turnip Casserole

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 5 mins
- Total: 1 hr 35 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 3 cups
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

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Pumpkin Fritters

- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Total: 15 mins
- Servings: 24
- Yield: 24 fritters
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

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Country Style Green Beans with Red Potatoes

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 2 hrs 40 mins
- Total: 3 hrs
- Servings: 8
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

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Rosemary Roasted Butternut Squash

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 1 hr 5 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

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Aunt Millie's Broccoli Casserole

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Total: 55 mins
- Servings: 10
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

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Brussels Sprouts Bake

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 10 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

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Portuguese Favas

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

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Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Corn on the Cob

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 5 mins
- Total: 1 hr 25 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 10 ears of corn
- Number of ingredients: 5
- Read more about the recipe here

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Roasted Eggplant and Mushrooms

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 55 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Butternut Squash with Onions and Pecans

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Total: 55 mins
- Servings: 8
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

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Candied Yams

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 4
- Read more about the recipe here

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Nana's Acorn Squash

- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 servings
- Number of ingredients: 4
- Read more about the recipe here

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Breaded Brussels Sprouts

- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 12 mins
- Total: 37 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Baked Brussels Sprouts

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

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Cajun Style Baked Sweet Potato

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 10 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

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Red Garlic Mashed Potatoes

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

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Eggplant Mixed Grill

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 12 mins
- Additional: 2 hrs 3 mins
- Total: 2 hrs 30 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

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Cranberry Salad

- Prep: 10 mins
- Additional: 50 mins
- Total: 1 hr
- Servings: 7
- Yield: 6 - 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Roasted Lemon Pepper Potatoes

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Additional: 10 mins
- Total: 1 hr 5 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 potato halves
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Italian-Style Swiss Chard

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Total: 25 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 side dish servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

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Sweet Potato Souffles

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Additional: 10 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 5-ounce souffles
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

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Zucchini with Chickpea and Mushroom Stuffing

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 1 hr
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

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Quick Brussels and Bacon

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 4
- Read more about the recipe here

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Roasted Apples and Brussels Sprouts

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

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Rutabaga Oven Fries

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 5
- Read more about the recipe here

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Teena's Bacon and Cheddar Potatoes

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 55 mins
- Total: 1 hr 15 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 1 2-quart baking dish
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

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Yummy Yam Casserole

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Additional: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 55 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

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Awesome Sausage, Apple and Cranberry Stuffing

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Additional: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 30 mins
- Servings: 10
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

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Grandma's Green Bean Casserole

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Total: 55 mins
- Servings: 10
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

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Roasted Pumpkin and Sage Risotto

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 52 mins
- Total: 1 hr 7 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 cups
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

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Savory Roasted Root Vegetables

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 1 hr 15 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here