🧡 A Table of Thanksgiving Grace — Small Bites, Big Blessings
As I prepared for our family’s Small Bites Thanksgiving gathering this year, I thought about all of God’s blessings in my life. Thanksgiving is a reminder to all of us to be grateful-God is good. And remember, be thankful not just for the big things, but also for the little things. Let these small bites remind us of God’s goodness in every season, every memory, and every person in our lives.
When I began planning this year, I really wanted everyone to be able to move around a bit, visit with each other. Normally, when we have our holiday celebrations, the living room and dining room are wall-to-wall tables and chairs. you kind of get stuck in your seat. The grandkids definitely don’t want that. And because most of these bites could be made ahead of time, I had the free time to visit with everyone too.
🧡 Scripture for This Season
“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good;
His love endures forever.” — Psalm 107:1
God is faithful in every season, even in the smallest details. I am grateful for his faithfulness, his love, and his providing for all of our needs. And I am thankful for the opportunity to gather our family together to celebrate Thanksgiving.
🧡 Small Bites Menu
I love small bites and enjoy trying new ideas. This was a fun experiment. It was a chance for everyone to taste the traditions of Thanksgiving, but in a different way.
⭐ The Slow-Roasted Turkey & Gravy Sliders
Tender, juicy, and delicious-the turkey breast is slow-roasted at 300 degrees for a rotisserie effect.
⭐ Mashed Potato Cups
You can’t have Thanksgiving without mashed potatoes! These mini-cups are easy to make, soft and creamy. best with a drizzle of gravy.
⭐ Mac and Cheese Bites
These bites taste just like their regular-sized version. Cheesy and delicious.
⭐ Blue Cheese Stuffed Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Dates
Sweet and savory, these dates are a big hit.
⭐ Corn Pudding Squares
These corn pudding squares are very similar to corn pudding, just made into finger food. Using fresh corn makes them super tasty.
⭐ Deviled Eggs Two Ways
For something a little different, we had beautiful pink deviled eggs, white halves marinated in pickled beet juice, and soy sauce marinated whites. Both are filled with the traditional deviled egg yolk mixture.
⭐ Honey and Thyme Baby Carrots
Cooked to just tender, not soft and then glazed with honey and fresh thyme.
⭐ Maple Syrup-Drizzled Sweet Potato Bites
Just a little bit of maple syrup brings out the sweet goodness of the sweet potato.
⭐ Rosemary and Citrus Marinated Olives
This is a really tasty way to serve olives. The combination of fresh orange slices, lemon slices, and rosemary sprigs is very refreshing.
⭐ Honey and Olive Oil Cheddar Cheese
The honey and olive oil transforms a humble block of cheddar into a very tasty cheese bite-no crackers needed.
⭐ Stuffing Bites
Perfect bite with a little gravy. Even better, add this to your slider with a little extra gray on top. Don’t forget the cranberry jelly!
⭐ Sweet and Spicy Roasted Nuts
The title describes these perfectly. Easy to roast on a cookie sheet with sugar, cinnamon and other spices both savory and spicy. Warning- these are really addictive!!
⭐ Cheesy Spinach Squares
Of course we need some greens. These spinach squares are delicious. Another easy recipe.
⭐ Apple Turkey with Peanut Butter Dip
A delicious plate of sliced apples plated as a turkey and served with a light peanut butter and yogurt dip. Kids love it!
⭐ A Trio Of Cupcakes
Aunt Kate’s Carrot Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting, Tiramisu Cupcakes, and Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes complete our small bites meal. Yum!
🧡 Recipes Coming Soon
I’ll be sharing each small bite as its own recipe post so you can try them, save them, and celebrate with your own family.
Stay tuned—they’re on the way.
We will be having a small bites Christmas celebration. Stay tuned for new bite recipes!
🧡 A Blessing for Your Home
May your home be filled with peace and joy this holiday season. May these small bites remind you of His goodness and faithfulness.
“The Lord will open the heavens, the storehouse of his bounty, to send rain on your land in season and to bless all the work of your hands.” Deuteronomy 28:12