Friendsgiving is a nontraditional Thanksgiving meal with friends. It can be no-fuss with a simple one-dish meal. It's a great way to ease into the holidays and spend more time with friends.

These meatballs made of beef, rice, and split peas are stuffed with dried fruit and braised in a flavorful tomato sauce—a hearty, satisfying labor of love. Filled with seasoned ground beef and ...