30 Recipes to Make in November

Tuscan White Bean Soup

A creamy one-pot soup made with Italian sausage, cannellini beans, potatoes, and spinach, finished with a splash of half and half. It's ready in about an hour and just right for chilly evenings.

Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash

Acorn squash halves filled with pork sausage, onion, celery, and toasted almonds, then baked until the squash is tender. It's a lovely fall main dish that looks special on the table.

Cranberry Orange Sauce

A quick shortcut made with canned whole cranberry sauce, fresh orange juice, orange zest, and a spoonful of marmalade. It takes about 15 minutes and is even better made a day or two ahead.

Turkey and Rice Casserole

Make the most of leftover turkey with this creamy bake of turkey, rice, and mixed vegetables in a cheesy mushroom sauce, topped with crispy fried onions. It comes together with pantry staples in about an hour.

Chicken and Dumplings Soup

Tender chicken and vegetables simmered in broth with fluffy dumplings made from refrigerated biscuits, finished with a splash of half and half. It's ready in about 40 minutes.

Salisbury Steak

Seasoned ground beef patties browned and simmered in a homemade onion and mushroom gravy, all in one skillet. We serve ours with mashed potatoes to soak up every bit of the gravy.

Sausage White Bean Kale Soup

A rustic soup with sausage, white beans, and kale simmered in a rich, savory broth. It's a filling, cozy bowl for colder days.

Baked Italian Sausage and Potatoes

A sheet pan dinner of Italian sausage, red potatoes, and onions seasoned with rosemary, thyme, and garlic powder, then baked until golden. Easy prep and easy cleanup.

Stovetop Pot Roast

A classic chuck pot roast cooked right on the stovetop with carrots and small red potatoes. It's mostly hands-off and turns fall-apart tender, just right for Sunday dinner.

Ground Turkey Shepherd's Pie

A lighter take on the classic, with seasoned ground turkey, vegetables, and tomato sauce under a layer of creamy mashed potatoes. Homemade, leftover, or store-bought mashed potatoes all work.

Pork Pot Roast

A budget-friendly take on pot roast, made with boneless pork shoulder braised on the stovetop with potatoes, carrots, and fresh herbs until fork-tender.

Green Bean Casserole

Our version uses fresh green beans and cream of chicken soup instead of cream of mushroom, with crispy fried onions mixed in and on top. It's an easy holiday side you can assemble a day ahead.

Carrot Ginger Soup

A smooth, budget-friendly soup made with carrots, fresh ginger, and a little turmeric, blended until silky. Serve it as a starter or a light meal.

Simple Roasted Chicken

A whole chicken seasoned with salt and pepper and roasted with fresh herbs and lemon slices. It starts in a hot oven, then finishes at 375°F for juicy meat and crispy skin.

Sweet Potato Casserole

A small batch casserole of mashed sweet potatoes with brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla, topped with toasted mini marshmallows. Perfect for Sunday dinner or a smaller holiday table.

Creamed Spinach

An easy side made with frozen spinach in a homemade cream sauce with Parmesan and a pinch of nutmeg. It has steakhouse flavor and takes about 30 minutes.

Brussels Sprouts Casserole

Tender Brussels sprouts baked in a creamy cheese sauce and topped with crispy bacon. It's an easy, flavorful side that fits right in on any holiday table.

Sausage Stuffing

Our family's favorite holiday stuffing, made with toasted bread cubes, pork sausage, onions, celery, and toasted almonds.

Twice Baked Potatoes

Baked russet potatoes filled with a creamy mash of butter, sour cream, cheese, and bacon, then baked again with more cheese and bacon on top. A classic side for the holidays or any special dinner.

Creamed Corn Casserole

A sweet and savory side made with Jiffy corn muffin mix, creamed corn, canned corn, sour cream, eggs, and butter. It's creamy, custardy, and an easy dump-and-bake recipe.

Turkey Rice Soup

An easy way to use leftover turkey and cooked rice, simmered with carrots, celery, and thyme in a savory broth. It's ready in about 45 minutes.

Chicken Flavored Rice

Long-grain rice and orzo toasted in butter, then simmered in chicken broth with chicken base and simple seasonings. An easy homemade side that pairs well with so many meals.

Bacon Green Beans

Fresh green beans simmered with crispy bacon, onion, garlic, and butter in a little beef broth until tender. A simple side that goes with just about any meal.

Loaded Sweet Potatoes

Baked sweet potatoes filled with a cinnamon brown sugar caramel sauce and topped with toasted mini marshmallows. All the flavor of sweet potato casserole with less work.

Shredded Beef Sliders

Chuck roast simmered on the stovetop until fall-apart tender, then shredded and piled onto buttery toasted slider buns with a little coleslaw. Serve them with barbecue sauce and pickles for game day or a casual get-together.

Chicken Vegetable Soup

Our newest soup, made with tender chicken breast, mixed vegetables, and pastina in a savory broth. Frozen mixed vegetables keep the prep easy, and one big pot gives you dinner plus leftovers for lunch.

French Onion Pot Roast

Beef chuck roast braised with onions, carrots, celery, and garlic in a rich onion soup broth, with small red potatoes added near the end. A fall-apart tender, one-pot meal.

Cinnamon Apples

Tender apples cooked in butter with brown sugar and cinnamon until coated in a glossy sauce. Serve them alongside pork or turkey, or warm over vanilla ice cream or pound cake.

Turkey Barley Soup

A filling way to use leftover turkey, with vegetables and quick-cooking barley simmered in broth. It's ready in about an hour and a great way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers.

Cuban Chicken Fricassee

Cuban-style chicken fricassee, with bone-in chicken, potatoes, and olives stewed in a tomato sauce. It's budget-friendly comfort food we serve over white rice, or with crusty bread for dipping.

From classic holiday sides and pot roasts to simple soups and leftover turkey ideas, we hope this collection makes your November cooking a little easier. Pick a few favorites and enjoy them all month long. Planning Thanksgiving dinner? Our holiday side dishes roundup has even more casseroles, stuffings, and sauces.

More monthly recipe collections

Looking ahead, check out our 31 recipes to make in December for cozy dinners, party snacks, and holiday favorites. And in case you missed it, our 31 recipes to make in October has even more fall recipes to enjoy.