Recipes for Friendsgiving Dinner

Having a Friendsgiving Dinner? Here are some delicious recipes to help you choose for your Happy Friendsgiving. Friendsgiving celebrations are a wonderful way to host your friends for the holiday. Best of all, it’s usually potluck-style, without the pressure of preparing the entire meal yourself.

What is Happy Friendsgiving?

Friendsgiving is about having a Thanksgiving holiday dinner with friends who are the family you choose. Everyone is asked to bring something: a main, side dish, or dessert. The idea of Friendsgiving started in the early 2000s, and it was all about people who couldn’t travel back home to be with their family for Thanksgiving, or who simply preferred to spend it with friends. It became very popular in 2011, and the term made its way into the official Merriam-Webster dictionary in 2020.

A Few Quick Tips for Hosting a Friendsgiving:

• It’s your party, so keep in mind, you and your friends make the rules.
• It’s potluck-style, so encourage your guests to bring different dishes.
• Friendsgiving is a fun twist on the traditional Thanksgiving, so try to keep the Thanksgiving theme with the food. Or, try something different.
• Help your friends choose from classic to unexpected dishes to keep your gathering exciting.
• Plan ahead, and keep track of who’s bringing what, so you don’t end up with the same dishes.
• Also, ask your friends about food allergies.

Easy Knorr Spinach Dip ~ is an exciting dip to make and share! Loaded with spinach and 4 additional ingredients, it requires NO cooking.  Blended until creamy smooth, chilled, and served inside a loaf of bread, it makes a great appetizer to serve at your Happy Friendsgiving party.

Roasted Asparagus with Prosciutto and Cheese ~ An easy and impressive appetizer with these asparagus bundles. You can prepare them ahead, keep them chilled until you are ready, then roast them in the oven before serving. A hit every time we serve them!

11 Wines to Pair with Food ~ Whether the hostess or your guests want to bring a bottle of wine, here are some good suggestions for them to choose from. Good wine speaks for itself and makes the dinner all the more enjoyable.

Best Creamy Mashed Potatoes ~ This goes without saying… mashed potatoes are a classic and deserve a spot on the buffet table. And, this recipe will show you step-by-step how to make creamy mashed potatoes – the best tasting ever!

Creamy Potato and Zucchini Au Gratin – Italian Style! ~ This happens to be our favorite casserole! It is made with sliced potatoes, sliced zucchini, cheese, herbs, and cream. It’s an easy recipe where the ingredients are tossed all together in one mixing bowl and baked to perfection! An Italian-style creamy au gratin- you won’t regret.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Parmesan ~ Crispy and crunchy and deliciously flavorful – these Brussels sprouts are going to be the star dish on your buffet table. Toss all the ingredients into a large roasting pan, then into the oven. Perfect every time.

Sauteed Green Beans with Onions ~ They’re delicious! Quickly sautéed onions with green beans in one skillet, and they’re ready in minutes. Prepare them in advance, then reheat in the oven.

Pumpkin Cornbread Recipe ~ Cornbread is always a welcome addition to any Friendsgiving dinner, and this recipe is ideal for anyone who wants a foolproof option. Moist and delicious – everyone will go bonkers over this pumpkin cornbread.

Butternut Sweet Potato Casserole (Healthier Italian-Style) ~ Combine butternut squash, sweet potatoes, carrots, pancetta, and rosemary into this Italian version of veggie casserole; you get a delicious side dish.  This dish will give everyone the “wow” factor!

Roasted Boneless Turkey Breast ~ Our herb-crusted boneless turkey breast is easy to roast and always turns out juicy, tender, and delicious. Simple and easy to prepare and roast to perfection.

How About a Salad at Friendsgiving Dinner…

Some would love a salad at the buffet table, so why not suggest one or two.

Fall Orange Endive Salad ~ This delightful citrus salad is both savory and sweet, making it a refreshing palate cleanser. It’s one of our favorite salads this time of year! And, perfect for a Friendsgiving Dinner.

Crunchy Celery Salad Recipe ~ Another delightful salad for all to enjoy. Loaded with fresh, crisp celery, fresh flavors, and delicious textures, all tossed with a tangy citrus vinaigrette. YUM! A palate cleanser as well.

Dessert Recipes for Friendsgiving Dinner…

Desserts are the best part of a Friendsgiving dinner, and we offer a few wonderful ideas and recipes for your guests.

Apple Crisp Bars (with fresh apples) ~ These simple, delicious bars are ideal for your Friendsgiving dinner party. Best of all, no plates or forks are required; only a napkin will do.

Best No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake ~ This is an irresistible fall dessert that features two luscious layers of creamy cheesecake – a smooth vanilla base topped with a rich, spiced pumpkin layer.  Chilled on a layer of gluten-free gingersnap crust. This dessert is foolproof and totally AMAZING!

Craving More Dessert Recipes?

Try a few more ideas from 2 Sisters Recipes:

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Don’t forget! If you make any of these Friendsgiving Dinner recipes, come back and let us know by leaving a comment at the bottom and a star rating below.  We’d love to hear from you!

Thanks for stopping by…

xo Anna and Liz