Thanksgiving appetizerseven the last-minute onesare no cause for concern when you have these recipes on hand.

Doing so will ensure any bits of feta are broken down, and youll avoid a grainy texture.

Lemon-Garlic Marinated Shrimp

Marinating precooked shrimp in garlic- and lemon-infused oil is a simple yet elegant appetizer.

Baked Brie with Blackberry Jam

Photo: Jamie Vespa, M.S., R.D.

Easy Black Bean Dip

This creamy bean dip is great for a party or picnic.

It’s so simple yet so delicious, you’ll wonder why you don’t make it more often!

Simply layer each ingredient on top of the other and secure with a toothpick for an easy bite-size starter.

a step in making the Whipped Feta with Pomegranate, Pistachios & Honey

Jamie Vespa, M.S., R.D.

The tangy cranberries cut through the richness of the cheese to create a balanced bite.

This quick appetizer can be easily doubled to feed a crowd.

you might use it as a dip with fresh veggies or as a sandwich spread.

Lemon-Garlic Marinated Shrimp

Let your guests creatively customize their nibbles by setting out an array of garnishes for this healthy appetizer.

Watch this crowd-pleasing no-cook appetizer disappear in a snap at a party, game-watch or tailgate.

These tomato-mozzarella-basil skewers are easy to assemble and perfect for a party.

Easy Black Bean Dip

Lemon-Thyme Whipped Ricotta

This stunning yet easy appetizer recipe infuses creamy ricotta with fresh herbs and lemon.

Serve with whole-grain crackers and cut-up vegetables or use as a spread for sandwiches or sauce for pasta.

Apricot, Prosciutto & Parmesan Bites

Jamie Vespa, M.S., R.D.

the recipe photo of the 3-Ingredient Cranberry-Brie Crostinis served on small plates

Alex Shytsman

a recipe photo of the Light & Airy Whipped Cottage Cheese

PHOTOGRAPHER: RACHEL MAREK, FOOD STYLIST: ANNIE PROBST

Piece of the Smoked Salmon & Avocado Toasts recipe

Reuben Pickle Bites

Tomato-Basil Skewers

Photographer / Jen Causey, Food Stylist / Emily Nabors Hall

Spinach-Feta-Dip-with-Dill

Lemon-Thyme Whipped Ricotta