These Last-Minute Thanksgiving Recipes Are Perfect For Amateurs

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Somehow, Thanksgiving always sneaks up on us. Wednesday arrived and you most likely drank too much and even before that, you were totally focused on getting through the semester and/or week at work. Even worse, it probably slipped your mind that you volunteered to bring something or planned on participating in the cooking festivities.

No, we’re not all auditioning for Chopped and in fact, not all of us have chopping skills at all. Between the surprise of the timing and your lack of cooking expertise, the idea of bringing a dish is probably intimidating.

There are a few different, delicious recipes for all procrastinators and amateur chefs. Don’t worry, you don’t even have to tell the fam that you forgot.

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1. Haricots Verts with Shaved Parmesan

Food Network

This recipe sounds fancy, but cooking newbies can actually breathe a deep sigh of relief. You’ll only need to know how to use the microwave for this simple, delicious, 10-minute dish.

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2. Hurry-Up Biscuits

Taste of Home

Because the name says it all. If you’re in a hurry, these biscuits will be a welcome addition to any table. Just make sure you bring enough for everyone to chow down. They just might want seconds.

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3. Turkey & Spinach Stuffing Casserole

Taste of Home

Two Thanksgiving classics plus one universal fave: cheese. This recipe combines some of your holiday faves with your everyday indulgence, so you won’t be able to pass it up, especially considering it takes only 25 minutes.

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4. Sweet Potato-Cheesecake Squares

Martha Stewart

The queen of cooking can’t steer you wrong. Martha’s recipe even includes instructions for novice bakers (spoiler: pre-made crust). This takes a little longer, but it’s ok to be a little late as long as you have these with you.

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5. Cranberry Moscow Mules

Wonky Wonderful

And if all else fails, the answer is simple: alcohol. This easy mix will make you feel like a bartender, but without the training and with the addition of a festive twist. Drink up!

Happy Thanksgiving!