Hello Beth!
Thanks for returning to the Disney Parks Moms Panel. It's always a pleasure to help out a fellow Guest. I hope you are having a blast planning your Walt Disney World Resort adventure.
One of the great thing about
Disney Dining Plans is that you can choose how to utilize your credits. Absolutely, you could order an appetizer and pay out of pocket while your husband uses one Table-Service credit to have a drink, entree and dessert. I think this a great use of your plan, especially if you are not a huge eater. Remember that you each receive 2 snack credits per day as well, and if you get creative you can find some really tasty treats that could pass as a small meal. Some of my favorite snacks are the Dole Whip Float at
Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom, and the Garlic Breadsticks with Marinara Sauce at
Pinocchio Village Haus. I know you will be able to find some wonderful options on your trip.
I hope this has helped, Please stop by again any time a question pops up.
Dream as Dreamers Do,
Jen