Dried cranberries are so versatile they can be added to practically every side dish typically served at Thanksgiving. 1. Stuffing. Add dried cranberries to any favorite stuffing recipe, whether it’s white, whole wheat or corn bread-based. Start with about ¾ cup for every 9x13-inch pan stuffing. 2. Sweet Potatoes. Stir dried cranberries into sugar-butter-pecan streusel topping for sweet potato soufflé or sprinkle over a dish of candied or oven-roasted sweet potatoes. 3. Green ...