Thanksgiving is about following tradition; Friendsgiving is about making new ones. This is a holiday where all the old rules are meant to be rewritten, so take the opportunity to put a fresh spin on your favorite classics.

No one will mind if Grandma's famous mushroom-soup casserole isn't on the table. These new-school recipes are not only showstoppers, but they’re perfect for a potluck celebration where everyone can pitch in to create a festive dinner to remember.

Photography by Renee Comet

Everyone has a soft spot in his or her heart for canned cranberry sauce. Why not find more than one way to enjoy it? These bite-sized appetizers are a great way to give this unsung hero a chance to shine.

Swap out the pasta in macaroni and cheese for golden roasted cauliflower and you'll be able to justify having seconds (and thirds).

Stuffing is stuffy. Replace it for Friendsgiving with a savory bread pudding that incorporates the flavor of old-fashioned green bean casserole.