Cranberry & Whipped Feta Tartlets - Bright, tangy, and creamy all at once — a bite-sized dessert that’s festive, unexpected, and easy to transport.
Prosciutto Wrapped Figs with Blue Cheese and Honey
Easy to assemble, delicious at room temp, and they always feel a little fancy.
Baked Brie with Spiced Pears and Rosemary Honey
Warm, melty, and just the right amount of fancy — this one always disappears first on the appetizer table.
Truffled Deviled Eggs
Elevated deviled eggs with a hint of truffle—an easy, sophisticated appetizer.
Salads That Hold Up
Apple Arugula Salad with Cheddar and Pecans - Fresh, crunchy, and perfect for balancing heavier dishes on the buffet.
Fall Kale Salad with Delicata Squash and Goat Cheese - A cozy fall salad with roasted delicata squash, creamy goat cheese, toasted nuts, and an apple cider vinaigrette. The kale stays sturdy, the squash adds sweetness, and it looks beautiful piled onto a platter — super potluck-friendly and perfect next to turkey or ham.
Spinach Pear Gorgonzola Salad
Baby spinach, ripe pears, gorgonzola cheese, pomegranate arils, and toasted pine nuts in a balsamic Dijon vinaigrette. The pears keep with the seasonal theme, and the flavors really pop next to turkey.
Ultimate Fall Honeycrisp Apple Salad
Crisp apples, smoky bacon, blue cheese, and maple-candied pecans — fresh and colorful with that perfect fall crunch.
Sides They'll Love
Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Fall Spices - Golden edges, caramelized flavor, and cozy fall seasoning — a simple, crowd-pleasing side that’s just as good warm or at room temp.
Fall Focaccia with Bell Pepper Maple Leaves - A total showstopper on a potluck spread.
Butternut Squash with Apple Cider Glaze
Easy skillet-cooked butternut squash with a bright, apple cider glaze for a fresh, seasonal flavor.
Spice Roasted Carrots with Hot Honey Butter
Sweet, spiced carrots finished with a drizzle of hot honey butter for a little kick.
If you’re hosting, consider this your sign to delegate — and if you’re a guest, show up with one of these recipes and prepare for the compliments to roll in.
Here’s to good food, full plates, and celebrating the season together.
Happy Thanksgiving,
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