We’re thankful for a lot of things this Thanksgiving, and one item that’s at the top of our list is for all of the delicious and creative ways of serving up our favorite comfort foods. With Thanksgiving only days away get inspired by these drool-worthy and festive dishes.
Hot Drink Dessert
Instead of traditional cocktails serve your guests hot drinks that pair well with flavorful dishes. A mug of hot cocoa or mulled apple cider (don't forget the brandy!) is the perfect thing to warm up your guests' fingers and stomachs on a brisk November night. Straight From the Harvest
Try a fresh and seasonal starter like squash soup. The squash rind bowl adds to an appropriate Thanksgiving harvest theme. Sweet Potato Toppings Bar
Swap out ice cream for delicious and nutritious sweet potatoes (a Thanksgiving day must-have) for a sundae bar that the pilgrims would be proud of. Offer toppings like marshmallows and cinnamon and sugar to make this side dish into the main event. Mini Apple Doughnuts
Nothing says comfort food quite like an apple doughnut and a "shot" of milk. Apple Crisp
Apple crisps are great because they're crunchy on the top and sweet and syrupy on the bottom. Mini ramekins make it easy to serve and convenient to eat, especially while guests chat and mingle during the reception. Piping Hot Pies
Pie vs. cake is a rivalry that goes back to the beginning of time (or at least the invention of baking). During this time of year pie wins out every time. Whether it's blueberry, apple, or pumpkin this golden delicious pastry is a Thanksgiving staple.
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YUM!!!! I’m ready for Thanksgiving now! These are great catering ideas for weddings!
Irish coffee or hot chocolate with baileys goes down well with wedding guests as an end of the night tipple!