17 Small-Batch Thanksgiving Recipes for Small Gatherings
Not cooking for a big group? Here’s how to enjoy your favorite flavors without eating leftovers for weeks.
By Leslie Fink
Last updated June 18, 2024
During the holiday season, every household celebrates in different ways from huge, over-the-top gatherings to smaller, more intimate get-togethers, and everything in between. Yet so many recipes are geared toward serving twelve, sixteen, or even more.
If you're hosting a smaller gathering this year—and want to avoid endless leftovers taking up precious space in the fridge—we have a solution! These small-batch Thanksgiving recipes make between four and eight portions each, meaning they’ll serve just enough for you and your guests and might even leave you with some Thanksgiving leftovers to get you through the long weekend.
Thanksgiving Turkey for a Small Crowd
Thanksgiving Sides That Are Easy to Halve
1
Caramelized pear and pomegranate chutney
#Easy5 MIN
2
Chopped spinach & pear salad with sherry vinaigrette
#Easy15 MIN
3
Air fryer sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts
#Easy10 MIN
3
Green bean casserole with almonds
#Easy15 MIN
5
Herby Popcorn & Sourdough Stuffing
#Easy15 MIN
4
Mashed Butternut Squash with Apples
#Easy10 MIN
6
Easiest Ever Sweet Potato Casserole
#Easy10 MIN
4
Cheesy cauliflower gratin with crispy panko topping
#Easy15 MIN
