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Gobble Up the Goodies: Thanksgiving Sips and Sides

As we gather this month to celebrate Thanksgiving, let’s raise a glass to give thanks for the many blessings in our lives, especially the gift of family. This season offers a joyful blend of flavors where sips and sides add a special touch to the festivities, filling the table with warmth and cheer.

Harvest Cocktail Creations

Harvest Cocktail Creations

Apple Cider Martini

A spin on the classic martini, this variation is perfect with its sweet slightly tart flavor.

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POM Mimosa Mocktail

No alcohol needed - just pomegranate juice and sparkling cider for easy entertaining.

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Pumpkin Pie Mocktail

This dessert mocktail combines the crispness of white cranberry juice with the rich, warm notes of creamy pumpkin and luscious whipped cream.

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Pumpkin Shandy

Pumpkin and apple, two popular fall flavors, pair with the tanginess of orange and a smooth pumpkin ale in this recipe video courtesy of Price Chopper Market 32. C

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Cranberry Mule

If you’re a fan of a Moscow Mule then you’ll want to try Ocean Spray®’s festive twist on the classic cocktail! 

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Thanksgiving Spiked Punch

The perfect blend of juices, alcohol and fruit are what make this punch from Ocean Spray® taste as wonderful as it looks.

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Apple Cider Martini

A spin on the classic martini, this variation is perfect with its sweet slightly tart flavor.

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Apple Cider Martini

A spin on the classic martini, this variation is perfect with its sweet slightly tart flavor.

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POM Mimosa Mocktail

No alcohol needed - just pomegranate juice and sparkling cider for easy entertaining.

Get Recipe

Pumpkin Pie Mocktail

This dessert mocktail combines the crispness of white cranberry juice with the rich, warm notes of creamy pumpkin and luscious whipped cream.

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Pumpkin Shandy

Pumpkin and apple, two popular fall flavors, pair with the tanginess of orange and a smooth pumpkin ale in this recipe video courtesy of Price Chopper Market 32. C

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Cranberry Mule

If you’re a fan of a Moscow Mule then you’ll want to try Ocean Spray®’s festive twist on the classic cocktail! 

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Thanksgiving Spiked Punch

The perfect blend of juices, alcohol and fruit are what make this punch from Ocean Spray® taste as wonderful as it looks.

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Apple Cider Martini

A spin on the classic martini, this variation is perfect with its sweet slightly tart flavor.

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Stuffing the Plate

Stuffing the Plate

While the turkey is the star of the Thanksgiving meal, the side dishes often steal the show! Those traditional classics like stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, candied yams, cranberry sauce, and the ever-famous green bean casserole will soon be returning to holiday tables.


Fun fact - mashed potatoes is ranked as the most popular side in the country, and sweet potato casserole with marshmallows the most popular in New York state. You probably have a favorite too, that “must-have'' dish that evokes fond childhood memories of past Thanksgiving celebrations. Is there a dish in your rotation you aren’t crazy about, and if there is, now might be the time for a side swap! Check out these delicious recipes for some inspiration for your holiday feast. 

Bread Stuffing with Pears, Bacon and Caramelized Onions

Sweet and savory flavors combine in this recipe courtesy of Farm Flavor to create a delicious stuffing that pairs nicely with the Thanksgiving turkey. 

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Slow Cooker Thanksgiving Stuffing

Don’t stress over oven space on Thanksgiving. This stuffing from Price Chopper Market 32 is made with ease in the slow cooker, freeing up the oven for another holiday dish.

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Italian Sausage Stuffing

Spice up your Thanksgiving feast with a delightful blend of savory herbs and spices that brings warmth and depth to your holiday dining experience, sure to impress your guests.

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Bacon-Sage Stuffing Muffins

This stuffing hack is the perfect complement to the holiday bird, and takes far less time to cook than stuffing cooked in a casserole dish.These muffins are also the perfect serving size, and who doesn’t love bacon?

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Cheddar Pumpkin Mashed Potatoes

This recipe from the Idaho Potato Board is a seasonal and colorful change-up from regular mashed potatoes. The addition of pumpkin also offers fabulous flavor and nutrient benefits so make room for this side dish on the Thanksgiving plate!

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Cheddar Pumpkin Mashed Potatoes

This recipe from the Idaho Potato Board is a seasonal and colorful change-up from regular mashed potatoes. The addition of pumpkin also offers fabulous flavor and nutrient benefits so make room for this side dish on the Thanksgiving plate!

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Mashed Cauliflower

This Keto-friendly side courtesy of Farm Flavor is light and creamy, and a delicious low carb alternative to mashed potatoes.

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Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar-Pecan Topping

Farm Flavor does it again by stepping up the flavor in this classic side dish that’s a traditional favorite on many holiday tables.

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Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar-Pecan Topping

Farm Flavor does it again by stepping up the flavor in this classic side dish that’s a traditional favorite on many holiday tables.

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Wild Rice and Gorgonzola Stuffed Acorn Squash

Decadent and delicious describes this recipe, and while it may sound difficult and time consuming, it is not! You can eliminate last minute preparation with this dish since it can be made and stuffed a day in advance, and then simply baked for 20 minutes or until heated through. 

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Sweet,Tart, and Full of Festive  Flavor

Sweet,Tart, and Full of Festive  Flavor

Cranberry Casserole

Move over cranberry relish! Cranberries make their way to the table in this delicious and festive side dish. Easy to prepare and bursting with goodness, it will become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection.

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Fresh Cranberry Orange Relish

Brighten up your holiday feast with this vibrant and zesty accompaniment from Ocean Spray®’ that perfectly balances sweetness and tartness! Made from plump, juicy cranberries and zesty oranges, this relish is a refreshing twist on traditional cranberry sauce.

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Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze

If you’ve never roasted Brussel sprouts, you don’t know what you're missing! Since Thanksgiving and cranberry sauce/cranberries are synonymous with one another, this recipe from Ocean Spray® will be a festive addition to your holiday menu.

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Cranberry Casserole

Move over cranberry relish! Cranberries make their way to the table in this delicious and festive side dish. Easy to prepare and bursting with goodness, it will become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection.

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Fresh Cranberry Orange Relish

Brighten up your holiday feast with this vibrant and zesty accompaniment from Ocean Spray®’ that perfectly balances sweetness and tartness! Made from plump, juicy cranberries and zesty oranges, this relish is a refreshing twist on traditional cranberry sauce.

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Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Cranberry Balsamic Glaze

If you’ve never roasted Brussel sprouts, you don’t know what you're missing! Since Thanksgiving and cranberry sauce/cranberries are synonymous with one another, this recipe from Ocean Spray® will be a festive addition to your holiday menu.

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