10 Easy Friendsgiving Recipes for The Solo Host
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Hosting Friendsgiving on your own this year? Don’t worry, you’ve got this! With the right mix of simple recipes, you can create a cozy, delicious spread that makes everyone feel right at home (without spending days in the kitchen). From mains to sides and everything in between, these ten effortless Friendsgiving recipes will help you shine as the host with the most—no matter how small your kitchen crew is!
Mini Croque Monsieurs
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Starting strong with the easiest appetizer you can make this year – these mini croque monsieurs! These little puff pastry bites are layered with ham, creamy béchamel, and gooey cheese. A perfect savory treat to kick off your Friendsgiving feast! Mini Croque Monsieurs
Roasted Almonds
If you want to serve your friends something to snack on while you do last minute dinner preps – it doesn’t get better or easier than these simple but delicious herb roasted almonds. Full recipe: Roasted Almonds
Mashed Potatoes with Leeks
The only type of mashed potatoes you should be making this year are these mashed potatoes with leeks! And this recipe has got all the tips and tricks for you to perfect your mashed potatoes this year. Full recipe: Mashed Potatoes with Leeks
Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes
You probably don’t have time to make a traditional sweet-potato casserole – so I suggest you go with these roasted sweet potatoes instead! They’re super easy to make and taste divine. Full recipe: Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Apple Pecan Salad
There has to be a salad on your table and this one is just too good to skip! Crisp apples, crunchy pecans, and a tangy maple vinaigrette come together in this refreshing salad that’s the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Full recipe: Apple Pecan Salad
Cranberry Glazed Pork Loin
There is no reason to struggle with a whole Turkey for your Friendsgiving because this cranberry glazed pork loin is going to be the ultimate showstopping main on your table! Full recipe: Cranberry Glazed Pork Loin
Top Round Roast Beef
This roast beef is proof that you don’t need an expensive cut of meat to create a meal worthy of a special occasion. Tender, flavorful, and paired with a rich gravy, it’s a classic option that is easy to make. Full recipe: Top Round Roast Beef
Apple Brie Stuffed Chicken
If you don’t want to serve something alongside pork and beef, you need to make this apple brie stuffed chicken! This dish is as fancy as it sounds but still super simple to make. Full recipe: Apple Brie Stuffed Chicken
Toffee Apple Cake
You can’t go wrong with an apple cake and this toffee apple cake is the ultimate cozy dessert for Friendsgiving! It’s packed with tender apple chunks and warm cinnamon, all topped with a buttery toffee sauce that’s out of this world. Full recipe: Toffee Apple Cake
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake
If there is one pumpkin menu item on your Friendsgiving table – it has to be this pumpkin chocolate chip cake! It is so soft and moist and bonus points for also being so easy to throw together. Full recipe: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake
