
I love
avocados especially in the form of a chunky, flavorful
guacamole. When I found a recipe that included one of my favorite Fall fruits,
pomegranate seeds, I was thrilled! I served this colorful and simple guacamole with tortilla chips, but it would be a great addition to tacos and delicious on grilled pork.

You're practically set with your menu for tomorrow. Vegetables chopped? Check.

With rich flavors, luxe ingredients, and complex cooking techniques, this delicious
Thanksgiving menu is sure to wow your
foodie friends. Start with brioche toasts topped with foie gras, date purée, and pomegranate seeds. Caviar with cream cheese on peppered crackers is another hors d'oeuvres option that comes together easily with elements from a gourmet grocery store.

To save money on drinks at
Thanksgiving, ask guests to bring a bottle of red or white wine. Head to
Trader Joe's, they have a wonderful assortment of affordable wines, and purchase a couple of bottles to add to the collection. Instead of offering bottled water, fill pitchers with ice and tap water.

An easy way to cut the
budget of your Thanksgiving feast is to make the dinner a potluck. You supply the appetizers, turkey, and one side, then ask the guests to fill in the blanks. Not going overboard on side dishes is another great way to trim costs.