It’s almost that time of year… you know, the home stretch. The time of year where we’re burnt out but holding on. The time of year that brings us back down to earth, allowing us to take moments to reflect on what we’re grateful for. In the midst of grinding for class, knee deep in papers and club meetings, it can be hard to allow ourselves to have a break. Thanksgiving is the perfect time to relax and surround yourself with family and friends. It’s also the time where you finally can eat homemade food and reunite with your high school friends. So… what’s better than a combination of the two? If you’re not familiar with friendsgiving, it’s “a blend of friend and Thanksgiving, referring to a large meal eaten with friends either on or near Thanksgiving”. My favorite part of friendsgiving (aside from the company, of course) is the food. At my friendsgiving, each friend brings a dish to share with the table which makes it all the more special. Here are some of the dishes on my list that I’ve seen on Tiktok that will hopefully give you some recipe ideas or inspiration to have your own friendsgiving.
- Pumpkin Pie Cups
- Sweet Potato Casserole
- Full Proof Turkey
- Honey Crisp Harvest Salad
- Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
- Baked Spinach and Artichoke Dip
- Fall Bruschetta
- Baked Cranberry Sauce
- Caramelized Brussel Sprouts
- Baked Mac n Cheese
Whether you feel comfortable making the turkey, a simple side, or a drink, there’s something that you’ll be able to contribute! Take this time to bond with the people you haven’t seen in awhile over a great plate of food. This is one of the most special times of the year, and it can be hard to practice gratitude when stressed with the pile up of classes, internship anxiety, and extracurriculars. Having a night to decompress, eat homemade food, and spend time with the people you love is something that is so important during the weeks before finals. I hope you find some meal inspo from these videos and wish you a happy Friendsgiving!