40+ Appetizers to Nosh on While the Thanksgiving Turkey Roasts
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It's easy to overlook appetizers on Thanksgiving Day — there are a lot of other dishes to manage, after all — but we'd argue this is a big mistake. Not only does that turkey almost always take longer to cook than anticipated, but the last thing that's needed on a (sometimes) tense holiday is a hangry family. Instead, pin a couple of these appetizers that are perfect for the big day. Many can be made ahead, others are great last-minute options, and a few are more involved showstoppers, perfect for making when you're not in charge of the main spread.
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Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese Muffins
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Spinach, Artichoke, and Jalapeño Dip
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Pumpkin Goat Cheese Dip
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Vegetarian Stuffed Mushrooms
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Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
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Peppery Ranch Cheese Ball
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Prosciutto-Wrapped Feta-Stuffed Dates
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Green Bean Casserole Stuffed Mushrooms
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Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Swirls
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Roasted Red Pepper and Bacon Goat Cheese Truffles
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Roasted Grape Crostini with Brie and Fresh Thyme
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Brie and Fig Jam Bites
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Sautéed Kale and Burrata Bruschetta
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Parmesan, Black Pepper, and Thyme Crackers
Get the recipe: parmesan, black pepper, and thyme crackers
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Rosemary Cheddar Gorgonzola Pumpkin Seed Crackers
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Rosemary and Smoked Salt Roasted Almonds
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Mushroom and Brie Bruschetta
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Maple Glazed Mixed Nuts with Candied Bacon
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Apricot, Goat Cheese, and Almond Bites
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