The Friendsgiving Handbook

A short, sweet, and stress-free guide to celebrating with friends, featuring twenty-five delicious recipes that cover every part of a Thanksgiving meal.
 
The popularity of Friendsgiving celebrations grows every year, and whether it’s because of that weird uncle or the distance between your home and mom’s table, The Friendsgiving Handbook is here for those who aspire to take part. With twenty-five delicious recipes—from Simple but Classic Roast Turkey and Garlic-Miso Gravy, to Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Pine Nuts and Concord Grape Pie—this cookbook encourages home chefs to attempt the classics or experiment with something new. It is packed with helpful advice on planning ahead, decorating a table, and creating an oven schedule. This guide is essential for hosting a Thanksgiving celebration, whether a potluck or a sit-down affair, with your family of choice.
 
“With this honest, smart, and encouraging guide, anyone can—and should!—host Friendsgiving. In 10 years of hosting, Emily Stephenson has seen it all, road testing the strategies and whittling down the best recipes for the happiest holiday of the year with your chosen family.” —Kristen Miglore, author of Food52’s Genius Recipes and Genius Desserts