Friendsgiving Made Easy: Sides You’ll Actually Have Time to Make
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Nov 06, 2025
Whether you’re hosting or showing up with a dish to share, these quick and delicious sides prove you don’t need to be a chef to impress your friends. Each one comes together in under 30 minutes — because Friendsgiving should be fun, not stressful. Plus, keep reading for a chance to win a BELLA 4-Qt Air Fryer from Target.
1. Roasted Parmesan Potatoes
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Toss potatoes in olive oil, parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Serve hot with a sprinkle of fresh herbs (optional).
2. Honey Butter Green Beans
Ingredients:
- 1 lb fresh green beans (or frozen)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Steam or boil green beans until tender (about 5 minutes).
- In a pan, melt butter and stir in honey.
- Add green beans and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper, then serve warm.
3. Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread
Ingredients:
- 1 round loaf of bread (like sourdough)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cut the bread in a crosshatch pattern, being careful not to slice all the way through.
- Mix melted butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning, then drizzle into the cuts.
- Stuff shredded cheese into the cracks.
- Wrap in foil and bake for 15 minutes, then uncover and bake 5 more minutes until melted and crisp.
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by skincareobsessed33 | Winston Salem, NC
I never went to a Friendsgiving before. If I were to attend one I would make fresh cranberry sauce because if it's from a can I would never eat it.
by malgosia | ELK GROVE VLG, IL
I love to make desserts. So anything sweet its perfect for Friendsgiving.
by andreect | BEMIDJI, MN
I really look forward to making and sharing Green Bean Casserole. It is a holiday tradition.
by Kandren93 | MARSHALL, MN
My go to dish would have to be my 5 Cup Fruit Salad. It is one that you can twick each time you make it for diatary issues.
by tweetibird | TACOMA, WA
Homemade macaroni and cheese.
by PamelaGannon | UXBRIDGE, MA
beans
by JeffreyG | Uxbridge, MA
potatoes
by Whiskeycat | Waverly, TN
Mac and Cheese!
by icefairy | San Diego, CA
Yakisoba with grilled shrimp.
by Gartar | Venus, TX
Homemade Macaroni and Cheese is one of my favorites.
by stephanie_s | FOUNTAIN, CO
I love making and sharing my jalapeño cheddar cornbread. It's always a hit.
by Mariissaa240 | WEST SACRAMENTO, CA
Hello, my name is Marissa and my favorite thanksgiving dish would be tamales
by CookieLover99 | SMITHDALE, MS
Cranberry Pecan Bacon Cheese Log Savor the perfect blend of flavors with our Cranberry Pecan Bacon Cheese Log. This recipe mixes smooth cream cheese with sharp white cheddar, adds a twist of garlic, and is adorned with dried cranberries, pecans, bacon, and chives. Ideal for spreading on crackers, it's a crowd-pleaser for any party occasion!
by Archie | Columbia, CT
Stuffing and homemade cranberry relish.
by llapham | ROCHESTER, MI
My go to Friendsgiving meal is brussel sprouts with balsamic glaze and pecans!
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