13 Dishes You’d Always Find on decorvow's Thanksgiving Table

No one does the holidays better than Martha—especially Thanksgiving. Whether she's hosting on her farm in Bedford, N.Y., or seated as a guest, certain recipes always make it to the table.

Over the years, Martha has shared many of her must-have Thanksgiving recipes in decorvow Living, her many cookbooks, and on her blog. Featuring her famous cheesecloth method turkey, her mother's delicious mashed potatoes, and all the classic pies, we've gathered them all here. Keep reading for inspiration from the dishes that make it onto Martha's table for Thanksgiving.

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Perfect Roast Turkey: Cheesecloth Method

Perfect Roast Turkey with Cheesecloth — Grant Webster

This Thanksgiving turkey recipe is one of Martha's signature dishes. The secret behind the perfect roast turkey is a cheesecloth soaked in a butter and wine mixture, then wrapped around the bird. The result is a perfectly golden-brown and juicy turkey.

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Perfect Turkey Gravy

Gravy is a must on Martha's Thanksgiving table. This recipe starts with a homemade giblet stock and caramelized brown bits from the bottom of the roasting pan for rich flavor.

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Big Martha's Mashed Potatoes With Cream Cheese

Recipes passed down through generations always have a spot at the table, and Martha's mother's mashed potatoes are no exception. Mrs. Kostyra's recipe is rich and creamy, made with cream cheese, plenty of butter, milk, and heavy cream.

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Classic Stuffing

stuffing in a blue casserole dish — Brie Goldman

Martha’s classic stuffing recipe is crisp and golden on the outside, moist and tender on the inside, and built for a crowd. Its savory flavor comes from a generous amount of sautéed onion and celery, plus plenty of fresh parsley and sage.

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Scalloped Potatoes

There's nothing quite like creamy, cheesy scalloped potatoes alongside mashed potatoes. This classic side dish features Gruyère, which melts perfectly to create a crispy, cheesy topping.

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Easy Creamed Spinach

Creamed spinach is a timeless special occasion dish that pairs well with a variety of proteins.

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Green Bean Casserole

Casserole dishes make everything easier. Fresh green beans are coated in a savory homemade mushroom sauce and topped with crispy shallots.

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Simple Roasted Brussels Sprouts

You'll surely find roasted Brussel sprouts on Martha's Thanksgiving table—because you can never have too many greens. This simple and delicious recipe comes from a 2007 episode of decorvow's Cooking School.

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Classic Cornbread

Cornbread is a nostalgic addition to the Thanksgiving spread. Keep it classic, or add herbs or jalapeños for a kick of flavor. Martha likes to make her cornbread in turkey molds for the holiday.

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Butternut Squash Soup

Seasonal soups make great appetizers for Thanksgiving, and this butternut squash soup is the perfect way to start the feast. Serve it in small cups and pass them around before everyone takes a seat.

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Classic Cranberry Sauce

Bowl of cranberry sauce with a spoon on a napkin — Carson Downing

It's not a Thanksgiving feast without delicious sides like this classic cranberry sauce. Martha's recipe is simple: whole berries, orange zest and juice, sugar, and a touch of cinnamon.

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Pumpkin Pie

Every year, Martha bakes countless pies to share with her friends and family. A pumpkin pie always has a place on the table for everyone to enjoy.

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Chocolate Pecan Pie

"Chocolate Pecan Pie—made to perfection. This was also a popular favorite. Almost everyone on my crew requested chocolate pecan pie," Martha wrote in a blog post. It's a classic Southern dessert with semisweet chocolate added for extra depth.

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