Friendships By FLIK: Thanksgiving Appetizers

When it comes to Thanksgiving, the day of feasting is a marathon, not a sprint. And the day starts with serving up the right appetizers.

While you're waiting for the turkey and delicious holiday sides, here are a few pre-dinner ideas from our associates and culinary team that will satisfy all your snacking needs:

Don't Skip the Dip

Let's say it together: Butternut Squash Queso Dip. It's easy and it's cheesy! Check out how easy it to make this recipe with Tracy.
Our Black Bean, Cheddar, Tomato Dip is a healthier version of traditional bean dip. We serve it with veggies for color, crunch, and flavor, but it's obviously delicious with tortilla chips too.
Serve Greek Yogurt, Spinach, Artichoke Dip instead of the mayo-laden version and you’re shaving off almost 200 calories, 6 grams of saturated fat, and 150 mg sodium in a single serving. It deserves to be in the center of the party spread, so go ahead.

Consider Starting with Soup

Michelle says not to be intimidated by cooking with real pumpkin, and her creamy Pumpkin Fennel Soup will knock the socks off your guests. Love pumpkin? Don't forget about these 3 Ways to Use Pumpkin.
If pumpkin isn't up your alley, Alex's Butternut Squash Soup is another crowd pleaser.

Bring on the Finger Food

Jenna's Spinach & Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are bite sized little morsels of yum.
Veggie-based hors d'oeuvres are a great way to start your holiday dinner. Try our Charred Chili Honey Broccoli, Ricotta Crostini as a Thanksgiving app for a crowd.
Skip the French baguette, and use a par-baked sweet potato for these Sweet Potato "Crostini," Pear, Goat Cheese, Fig.

If you're looking for something delicious that the whole family can help make, these stuffed artichokes are calling your name.

- Try Liz's Italian Stuffed Artichokes

Need more Thanksgiving inspiration? Have no fear, FLIK is here.

Check out our entire Holidays By FLIK cooking library today! And read more in this series:

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