Simple Sliders

   In a rush and need something quick yet tasty to bring to Friendsgiving? Here is something easy and yummy that people will be grabbing all night.

Total time: 25 minutes

Ingredients: 

• 12 pack of Hawaiian rolls
• Mayo
• 12 slices of ham
• 12 slices of cheese
• Olive oil
• Sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Cut all Hawaiian rolls in half into two buns each.
3. Layer ham, mayo, and cheese in each slider.
4. Place top bun on and brush oil over all sliders.
5. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
6. Place in oven for 15 minutes.

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

   Take this classic dish and elevate it with a flavorful burst of garlic.

Total time: 30 minutes

Ingredients: 

• Three pounds of potatoes
• Four tablespoons of butter
• Eight ounces of sour cream
• One-half cups of milk
• One tablespoon of garlic
• One to two teaspoons of garlic powder
• One to two teaspoons of salt
• One-fourth teaspoon of cracked black pepper

Instructions:

1. Start boiling a large pot of water on high heat.
2. Cut potatoes into quarters.
3. Add potatoes and let cook for 10 to 12 minutes.
4. Drain the potatoes and place in a large bowl with butter, sour cream, minced garlic, garlic powder, milk, salt, and pepper.
5. Mix with a potato masher until all ingredients are combined.
6. Add more salt and pepper if needed.

Crispy mac and cheese

   Mac and cheese is a timeless Thanksgiving dish amongst family and friends. Bring this cheesy delight to complement any dish at the table.

Total time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

• Eight ounces of macaroni pasta
• 12 tablespoons of butter (or 1½ sticks)
• Three tablespoons of flour
• One-fourth teaspoon of salt and pepper
• Two cups of milk
• Two-and-a-half cups of shredded cheddar cheese
• One cup of panko breadcrumbs

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Create topping with panko, two tablespoons of butter, and ½ cup of cheese. Mix and set aside for later.
3. Cook pasta according to package.
4. Melt the rest of the butter into a pan with flour, salt, and pepper. Slowly pour milk in while stirring.
5. Cook sauce until boiling, then simmer for one minute.
6. Add cheese after reducing heat.
7. Add pasta and mix with sauce.
8. Pour into a baking dish (nine-inch recommended), then sprinkle on topping.
9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the oven.

Pumpkin spice latte cupcakes

   While pumpkin pie is a classic, it can feel a bit heavy on the stomach after a big feast. Bring this unique dessert that both impresses your friends and won’t go to waste.

Total time: 40 minutes

Ingredients: 

• One-and-one-third cups flour
• One-and-a-half tablespoon espresso powder
• One teaspoon baking soda
• One teaspoon baking powder
• One teaspoon ground cinnamon
• One-fourth teaspoon ground nutmeg
• One-fourth teaspoon ground cloves
• One cup pumpkin puree
• One-half cup sugar
• One-half cup brown sugar
• One-half cup vegetable oil
• Two eggs
• Whipped cream

Instructions:

1. Pre-heat oven to 350°F.
2. Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl and whisk together.
3. In another large bowl, mix wet ingredients, adding eggs one at a time.
4. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Then, whisk together.
5. Pour batter evenly in a greased or lined muffin tin.
6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes.
7. Let cupcakes cool for 10 to 15 minutes after baking.
8. Once fully cooled, place whipped cream on top of each cupcake and sprinkle cinnamon.