Hosting Friendsgiving but not sure what you should serve? Not to worry – I’ve got you covered with 35 of my favorite Friendsgiving Food Ideas!
I love Thanksgiving with my family, but I also really enjoy spending a day in the fall with all my closest friends, cooking and baking together, for a fun, food-filled Friendsgiving celebration.
So, in light of the ever-growing popularity of Friendsgiving, I have put together a list of my favorite recipes to give you plenty of Friendsgiving food ideas.
This list has a little bit of everything, from traditional turkey and pie to more unusual options like chicken pot pie or pizza, plus all of my most delicious side dishes and desserts.
And if you’re not into pies, don’t worry – I’ve added lots of non-pie dessert options that are easy and perfect for your Friendsgiving feast.
There’s something for everyone on this fun list, so grab your BFFs, and let’s get to it!
It’s giving FRIENDS. 😉
Whether you’re looking for traditional or not-so-traditional Friendsgiving recipes, there’s something for everyone on this list!
Making and freezing a large batch of your favorite recipe ahead of time to have on hand will save you a bunch of time—and cleanup. Keep it simple (you'll have ample opportunity to impress your guests on Thanksgiving) and go for one-pot wonders you can easily reheat, like a hearty stew.
Next, make sure all of the Thanksgiving side dishes get their moment to shine: baked potatoes, green bean casserole, and candied carrots. You'll want to serve a few appetizers (think: small bites, bread basket ideas, and party dips) and a signature drink or two (apple cider co*cktails and mocktails, included).
Traditional side dishes for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners in America often include roasted turkey stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, green beans, sweet potato casserole, and gravy. Additionally, dishes like cornbread, Brussels sprouts, and pumpkin pie are commonly enjoyed during these festive meals.
FoodTimeline library Food Timeline> What does the average American eat for Thanksgiving? If you ask the "average" American today what he eats for Thanksgiving he will likely answer turkey & stuffing, cranberry sauce, potatoes and pies (yes, plural!).
You will likely be eating roast turkey, barbecued turkey, deep fried turkey, glazed country ham, collard greens, macaroni and cheese, green beans, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes mashed and covered with marshmallows, corn, cornbread, yeast/potato rolls, black eyed peas, rice, gravy, potato salad, cranberry sauce from ...
Another poll conducted by SurveyMonkey on behalf of The Vacationer showed cranberry sauce (31.5%), sweet potatoes (29.2%), green bean casserole (28%), turkey (27.7%) and stuffing (26.8%) were the top five most “disliked” Thanksgiving dishes. (This survey allowed to respondents to choose multiple dishes they disliked.)
How many dishes should I serve with the turkey? For 4 people, choose 1-2 appetizers and 3 sides. For 8 people, choose 1-3 appetizers and 3 sides. For 16 people, choose 2-3 appetizers and 3 or more sides.
People naturally want to move from left to right at a buffet table, so take advantage of that flow: start with stacks of plates on the left end of the table, then follow them with the turkey (and any other big proteins you might be serving) and then heavy, starchy dishes like mashed potatoes and stuffing (and anything ...
Whether you are invited to dinner to meet your partner's family for the first time or attending a Friendsgiving celebration hosted by your closest pals, a side dish or gift is certainly appreciated.
Friendsgiving is often a bit less formal than a Thanksgiving with the family, and it's often more a potluck-style meal where everyone brings something to the table.
The gift doesn't have to be extravagant, but bring something: a bottle of wine, flowers, or fancy chocolate are all good ideas. Or if your significant other has a particular talent for cooking or baking, perhaps some homemade goodies would be a welcome treat. If you are bringing something to eat, cook it ahead of time.
Since dinner tends to be a bit more casual, hosts might ask guests to participate in the meal by bringing their favorite Thanksgiving potluck dishes—sides of creamy mashed potatoes and tasty fall co*cktails are always welcome. There are so many Friendsgiving food ideas to choose from!
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