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Feeling frantic with family and friends arriving soon? Need some last minute pantry-friendly recipes? Looking for something to entertain the kids? We’re here to help! We’ve got a great list of easy recipes made from pantry staples, along with activities to help keep kids entertained while you’re getting ready for guests today.
Print out the coloring pages and activities, and set up a coloring and crafting table for some easy projects that are sure to entertain younger guests as well as adults. Check it out on today’s blog for easy holiday entertaining!
Last Minute Thanksgiving Recipes with Pantry & Fridge Staples
Forget to thaw the turkey? Family members cancel at the last minute and you’re missing their famous sweet potatoes? Forgot you volunteered to bring a dish? We’ve got you covered with easy to make recipes that are ready in a pinch. Yes, even easy enough to make on the day of Thanksgiving before guests arrive. You can’t miss with this easy list of holiday favorites and staple Turkey Day Dinner classics. We’ve even tossed in some no-cook appetizers if you’re running to the store this morning.
- Canned Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows
- Crustless Pumpkin Pie with Canned Pumpkin
- No Cook Thanksgiving Appetizers
- Classic Green Bean Casserole
- Instant Pot Thanksgiving Recipes
- NY Times Last-Minute Thanksgiving Recipes
- Taste of Fall Salad
- 10 Minute Cous Cous Salad
- 10 Minute Vegan Chickpea Salad
- 10 Minute Creamy Cucumber Salad
- 15 min Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
- Instant Baked Mashed Potatoes
- Instant Pot Stuffing
- Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce
- Instant Pot Turkey Gravy
- Instant Pot Thanksgiving Turkey Breast
Coloring Pages and Crafts for Families
- Crayola’s Printable Thanksgiving Coloring Pages
- Free Printable Coloring Pages for Kids
- 45 Free Thanksgiving Coloring Pages for Kids and Adults
- Autumn and Fall Coloring Pages for Kids and Adults
- Fall Coloring Pages for Families
Glued to My Crafts: Paper Plate Turkey Cars Kid Craft
Toilet Paper Roll Car Craft from A Little Pinch of Perfect Blog
TLC Me Blog: Thanksgiving Handprint Turkeys
TLC Me Blog: Turkey Pinecone Crafts