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Thanksgiving Ideas

November 16, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

Thanksgiving can be a really hectic day with all the family, friends, and food! Let us make it a little easier by showing you some simple side dishes and desserts that are easy and still stick with the spirit of Thanksgiving! Some of the side dishes and desserts can be made ahead of time, so all you have to do is worry about pulling them out of the fridge!

Appetizers

Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels

Holiday Egg Rolls

Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms 

Mediterranean Hummus Board

Roasted Garlic and Gorgonzola Dip

Veggie/Fruit Side Dishes: 

Maple Glazed Roasted Veggies

Green Beans and Mushrooms Roasted

Roasted Cauliflower and Grapes

Parmesan Celery Salad

Zucchini Garlic Bites

Parmesan Asparagus

Pomegranate Fruit Salad

Starch Side Dishes:

Savory Squash Casserole

Roasted Rosemary Sweet Potatoes

Cornbread Fiesta Muffins

Lemon Rice

Mac N Cheese

Salads:

Broccoli Salad

Cranberry Crunch Salad

Kale Winter Salad

Desserts: 

Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

Pear and Pomegranate Crumble

Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Greek Yogurt Frosting

Soft Pumpkin Spice Drops

Pumpkin Pie Parfait

Lemon Cupcakes

Banana Chocolate Pudding

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