We are within reach of Thanksgiving Break and the thought of seeing hometown friends and catching up about our semester is beyond exciting. I am a big foodie, so the first way to get all my friends together at my house is to have a Friendsgiving dinner. However, I think most of us can agree that we dislike a lengthy cleanup and want something easy and stress-free. I have whipped up an array of uncomplicated recipes you and your friends can make this week for your Friendsgiving.
Drinks:
Cranberry Mocktail: Flavorful and festive, a cranberry mocktail is a perfect way to kickstart your Friendsgiving. You can make this drink in under 5 minutes with only five ingredients, and it is guaranteed to be a Friendsgiving favorite.
Apple Cider Sangria: If you feel more creative, an apple cider sangria may be the cherry on top for your Friendsgiving dinner. This drink incorporates a handful of fruits, including apples, pears, oranges, and pomegranate seeds, and pairs well with any Thanksgiving meal.
Savory:
Garlic Butter Smashed Potatoes: What is easier to make than mashed potatoes? Smashed potatoes! These garlicky and flavorful bites of deliciousness are simple to make and will be a crowd favorite. They are crispy, and savory, and are even better with a drizzle of maple syrup over top.
Cornbread: A Thanksgiving classic, cornbread is needed at Friendsgiving. Almost all the ingredients are pantry essentials, and it takes less than 35 minutes total to make.
Three Cheese Mac and Cheese: Mac and cheese must be my favorite Thanksgiving food. Annie’s mac and cheese is great but making macaroni and cheese from scratch is always a treat. This three-cheese recipe is creamy, flavorful, and you might eat the whole thing before your friends are over. It might be best to make this recipe all together.
Sweet:
Mini Pumpkin Cheesecake: Cheesecake is always a hit at any event. These mini cheesecake bites are rich in flavor and texture. While they take a bit more time to make, you will not regret it and they may become a yearly go-to Friendsgiving recipe.
Pecan Pie Bars: Pie can be a pain to make but these pecan pie bars only take 20 minutes to prepare. They are gooey and fabulous. Now that we are talking about pecans, ARE you team “Pa-kawn” or “PEE-can?” I am definitely team “Pa-kawn.”