Plan your sides
Tick the dishes you're making and adjust the minutes to match your recipes. We'll work out when to start each one so everything is hot at dinner time.
| Dish | Where | Minutes |
|---|---|---|
| Oven 375°F | ||
| Oven 350°F | ||
| Oven 350°F | ||
| Oven 350°F | ||
| Oven 350°F | ||
| Oven 425°F | ||
| Stovetop | ||
| Stovetop | ||
| Stovetop | ||
| Stovetop |
Your sides timeline
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Pies: make them the day before
Pies need the oven for an hour or more, and most taste even better the next day. Bake them ahead so the oven is free for the main event.
| Pie | Oven | Time | Keep it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pumpkin | 425°F (218°C) for 15 min, then 350°F (177°C) | 40–50 min more, until the center barely jiggles | In the fridge |
| Apple | 425°F (218°C) for 20 min, then 375°F (190°C) | 35–45 min more, until bubbling | On the counter for 1–2 days |
| Pecan | 350°F (177°C) | 50–60 min, until set | In the fridge |
| Sweet potato | 350°F (177°C) | 50–60 min, until set | In the fridge |
Tips for one-oven cooking
- Use the turkey's resting time. A turkey or roast stays hot under foil for 30 to 45 minutes, which frees the oven for casseroles and rolls.
- Different temperatures? Most casseroles are fine at 350°F to 375°F. Bake them together and add a few extra minutes.
- Make ahead. Cranberry sauce, pies and most casseroles can be made a day early and reheated.
- Use other appliances. A slow cooker keeps mashed potatoes warm, and the stovetop handles gravy and vegetables.
Planning the main dish too? Try the Turkey Planner, Ham Timer or Prime Rib Planner, and keep the Kitchen Timer open on the big day.