The leaves are falling, the air is crisp, and Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Whether you're hosting in your own home this year or traveling to spend the holiday with family and friends, nothing brings people together like good food made with love.

We’ve rounded up a few easy, crowd-pleasing Thanksgiving recipes—perfect for potlucks, hosting, or simply filling your home with those warm holiday smells (you know the ones 🍂).

🥧 1. Creamy Pumpkin Pie Dip

This one is a win for snacking while the turkey cooks.

Ingredients:

• 1 can pumpkin puree (not pie filling)

• 1 cup Cool Whip

• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• ½ cup brown sugar

• 1 block cream cheese (softened)

Directions:

1. Beat cream cheese until smooth.

2. Mix in pumpkin, spices, and brown sugar.

3. Fold in Cool Whip.

4. Chill for at least an hour.

5. Serve with graham crackers, pretzels, or apple slices.

It’s fall in a bowl. Trust us.

🥔 2. Loaded Baked Mashed Potato Casserole

Creamy, cheesy, and everything cozy should be.

Ingredients:

• 5–6 large Russet potatoes

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• ½ cup sour cream

• ½ cup milk

• 4 tbsp butter

• ½ cup cooked bacon bits

• Salt, pepper & garlic powder to taste

Directions:

1. Peel & boil potatoes until soft.

2. Mash with butter, sour cream, milk & seasonings.

3. Spread into a baking dish & top with cheese + bacon.

4. Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes.

5. Add chives if you’re feeling fancy 🌿.

🍗 3. Honey Butter Turkey Glaze

Want juicy, golden, glossy turkey skin? This is the secret.

Mix together:

• ½ cup melted butter

• 2 tbsp honey

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• Salt & pepper

Brush over your turkey during the last 45 minutes of roasting.
Your kitchen will smell heavenly.

🥗 4. Cranberry Pecan Harvest Salad

A light & refreshing balance to all the carbs (we still love the carbs).

Ingredients:

• Spring mix or romaine

• Dried cranberries

• Chopped pecans (toasted if possible!)

• Feta or goat cheese crumbles

• Sliced apples or pears

• Balsamic vinaigrette or poppyseed dressing

Toss together & serve. Easy, gorgeous, and festive.

🧡 Home for the Holidays

Whether your home is full of family this season or you’re dreaming of more space and new memories, we’re here to help you find the place where your holidays feel just right.

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or investing before the new year — let’s talk.
The coffee is on us ☕🏡

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours!
🦃🍁 Warm wishes, peace, and full plates.

Taylor & JoJo