This Thanksgiving, instead of showing up to Aunt Ethel’s house empty handed, show your family that You Can Cook. We’re bringing you the best options for each Thanksgiving course – straight from the Parties That Cook recipe library! Here are the Top 10 Holiday Appetizers, Sides and Desserts from our private cooking parties and corporate team building events! The best part about this list is that each crave-worthy recipe can be completed in an hour or less – leaving you plenty of time to enjoy the day and maybe even catch the turkey day (Niner) game.

Appetizers: Minimize the likelihood of a revolt against the oven by allowing guests to nibble on something before the big meal. Be the one to bring snacks before the bird is ready, and you’ll be a Thanksgiving hero! With appetizers this good, there’s no such thing as spoiling your appetite.
–Mini Apple, Roquefort and Caramelized Onion Pies with Honey
–Sweet Potato and Bacon Galettes with Sage Creme Fraiche
–Oven-Roasted Figs Wrapped in Prosciutto with Melted Gorgonzola Centers

Sides: There’s more to a holiday spread than mashed potatoes. The larger your group, the more options you can incorporate into the meal. For those who don’t want to stray too far from the traditional Thanksgiving staples, we’ve included our recipe for Apple, Cornbread and Sausage Stuffing!
–Lobster and Crab Macaroni and Cheese
–Sweet Pumpkin and Apple Cider Soup with Sage
–Apple, Cornbread and Sausage Stuffing
–Roasted Asparagus Bundles with Fontina and Prosciutto

Desserts: You’re in charge of dessert. No big deal. These recipes will help you impress Thanksgiving fundamentalists, while still mixing things up. Looking for a break from Pumpkin altogether? Have we got the Rosemary Caramel Nut Bar recipe for you!
–Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting
–Mini Pumpkin Roulade Filled with Ginger and Cream Cheese Frosting