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Quick Sheet Pan Thanksgiving Sides for Two

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A simple, stress-free sheet pan recipe featuring roasted sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and cranberries with a maple-balsamic glaze. Perfect for a cozy Thanksgiving dinner for two or a weeknight comfort meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium sweet potato (about 12 ounces), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 2 large shallots, peeled and quartered
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Optional: Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  2. Prep the vegetables: Peel the sweet potato and cut into 1-inch cubes. Trim the tough ends off the Brussels sprouts and cut them in half (or quarters if large). Peel the shallots and cut into quarters.
  3. Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Toss the vegetables: Place the sweet potato cubes, Brussels sprouts halves, and shallot quarters on the prepared sheet pan. Drizzle the glaze over the top and toss until every piece is coated. Spread in a single, even layer.
  5. Roast for 20 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven, add the cranberries (and pecans or walnuts if using), and toss everything together.
  6. Roast for another 15-20 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized, the Brussels sprouts are crispy on the outside, and the cranberries have burst.
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm, garnished with fresh thyme or rosemary if desired.

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the pan; use two pans if doubling the recipe. For frozen cranberries, add them straight from the freezer. Reheat leftovers in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes to restore crispiness.

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Keywords: sheet pan, Thanksgiving, sides, for two, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, cranberries, maple balsamic, easy, quick, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan

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