The Fig Team’s Favorite Thanksgiving Recipes with Fountain Avenue Kitchen

Everyone seems to have a favorite part of the Thanksgiving feast, and it’s always fun to hear which dishes people can’t imagine the holiday without. When the team at Fig shared their must-haves—and selected recipes from my site to match—I loved seeing the mix of classics, creative twists, and sentimental favorites that made their list.

As for me, I’ve always had trouble choosing just one Thanksgiving favorite. There’s so much I like about the meal. The item I most appreciate, on the table, however, is a crisp, colorful salad. While this is something that never appeared on my family’s holiday table when I was younger, I love the way it balances all the other wonderfully rich, indulgent things on the menu—somehow making everything taste even better.

I hope you find inspiration in the following tried-and-true recipes and in the reasons they are loved. At the end, I’ve included links to my top salad picks, in case you’d like to add a crisp, colorful touch to your Thanksgiving table.

Thanksgiving Turkey

“Turkey is my absolute favorite Thanksgiving dish. It’s the quintessential holiday staple.
Not to mention the leftovers!” – Jaimie Russo, FI Marketing Director

Try it: How to Roast the Perfect Turkey

For those who prefer white meat over dark, or vice-versa, or simply need more than one
whole turkey:

The Most Flavorful Roasted Turkey Legs or Thighs

Slow Cooker Turkey Breast and Gravy

Cranberry Relish

“A great cranberry relish is always the best addition to the Thanksgiving meal, especially when it’s not made very sweet. It’s like a way of cleansing your palate at the end of the meal but prepping those tastebuds for the dessert that comes later on.” – Heather Stoltzfus, Fig Art Director

Discover a similar recipe: Jeweled Cranberry Orange Relish

Sweet & Mashed Potatoes

“Mashed potatoes are a Thanksgiving-must for me. They are a great base layer for piling all the other foods on top!” – Carly Machoqui, Fig Content & Sales Coordinator

Try it: Make-Ahead Baked Mashed Potatoes

“My mom’s sweet potato casserole is my favorite Thanksgiving dish. My family loves the sweet and crunchy topping, which is made from brown sugar and chopped pecans. I especially love it because it’s my mom’s unique spin on a classic dish, and it always has everyone coming back for seconds.” – Kaylee Masullo, FI Brand Designer

Discover a similar recipe: Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes

“Sweet potatoes are my Thanksgiving favorite because it is a recipe that my mom has taught me and is one of my favorites.” – Merritt Gohn, Studio Administrator

Discover a similar recipe: Honey Orange Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

Stuffing

“My family has been making my grandmother’s stuffing recipe since I can remember.” – Will Teodori, FI Experience Designer

“My family uses roasted chestnuts in our stuffing which adds an extra layer of texture and a bit of sweetness.” – Lisa Farina-Lopez, Franchise Manager

“Each year, my family makes ‘roasht,’ a traditional Amish stuffing prepared in homage to our Pennsylvania Dutch roots. Made with warm bread, tender shredded turkey, savory herbs, and smothered in gravy, it is well worth the year-long wait.” – Kylie Brandt, FI Marketing Coordinator

Two stuffing recipes offer classic taste and convenient cooking options:

Slow Cooker Stuffing (with oven method)

Stuffing Balls

And if you’d like to add roasted chestnuts to your stuffing or enjoy them on the side: Farmhouse Roasted Chestnuts

Desserts

“Pie is already my favorite dessert, and as a Georgia-native, the pecan variety is a Thanksgiving staple.” – Cara Cherry, Fig Managing Director

Discover a similar recipe: White Chocolate Pecan Pie

“My mother’s homemade pumpkin pie every year is my Thanksgiving favorite. She uses neck pumpkins that my dad grows on their farm. And the best part, she makes one for Thanksgiving dessert and one for me to keep all to myself!” – Deborah Brandt, Founder & CEO

Discover a similar recipe: Maple Pumpkin Pie

(For those who are torn between pie and cake, Pumpkin Pie Cake offers the perfect solution!)

More Recipes

And if a crisp salad feels like a welcome addition to your Thanksgiving table:

Fall Slaw

Jeweled Salad

Everyday Kale Salad

Brussels Sprouts Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette

And let’s be honest —for some of us, the leftovers are just as good (if not better!) than the big meal itself. So if you’re already thinking ahead, consider Turkey Tetrazzini with Mushrooms and Kale, Stuffing Waffles, Leftover Mashed Potato Bake, and Southwestern Turkey Chili.

Happy Thanksgiving!

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