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Cocktails, Appetizers to Complement your Thanksgiving Meal

Thanksgiving isn't just all about the turkey - a delicious cocktail and tasty appetizer is a great way to make your Thanksgiving complete. 

We're loving this Apple Cider Sangria recipe. Equal parts sweet and tangy, it is a perfect drink to complement both your meal and your dessert.

Recipe and photo from Lemon Tree Dwelling

Combine 1 bottle of Pinot Grigio, 2.5 cups of fresh apple cider, 1 cup of club soda, 1/2 cup of ginger brandy, 3 chopped honey crisp apples, 3 chopped pears. Combine and stir. Yields 4-6

Another option is this Pomegranate and Ginger Spritzer. It's refreshing and light, and perfect during or after your meal. 

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Recipe and photo from drizzleanddip.com

Combine 1 cup of fresh pomegranate juice, 2 teaspoons lemon or lime juice, 1/3 cup sugar, 5cm piece of sliced ginger, pomegranate seeds, and tequila. Yields 4-6

For something just a little bit fancier, try this blackberry thyme sparkler. Serve in Champagne flutes for a wonderful celebratory after-dinner drink!

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Photo and recipe from theeffortlesschic.com

Combine 1 bottle of Champagne, 1 cup blackberries, 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar, 4 oz gin, 4 sprigs of thyme, 1 cup ice, gold baking sugar for the rim. Yields 4-6

What’s a cocktail without a cheese platter? This appetizer has our mouth watering!

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Pumpkin Pecan Baked Brie

Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry dough, 1 (8 oz.) round brie cheese, ¼ c. pumpkin butter, ¼ c. pecans, 1 egg, 1 Tbsp. water

These goat cheese-stuffed mushrooms are sure to be a hit with your guests! Don’t get overwhelmed with prepping for the big dinner- you can make this appetizer ahead of time. 

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Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

There’s always something fun for the kids! Make their fruit look appetizing with this cute display. 

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Photo via Pinterest

Impress your guests with this simple yet sophisticated snack - prosciutto and blue cheese-wrapped pears. 

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Prosciutto and Blue Cheese Wrapped Pears

5 Pears, Blue Cheese (Option: Goat Cheese Instead), 30 Slice Prosciutto, 2 Tablespoons Honey 

What will you be serving? Share your recipes in the comment section below! 

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