OK, I said the next Thanksgiving post would be about stuffing...but I got a little ahead of myself. First things first:*plan your menu*
Sit down with pen and paper (or keyboard & screen!) and write/type out your menu. Really, this is so helpful.
1. Turkey-
Plan on about 1 lb per person (that leaves plenty for seconds and leftovers) You may even want to consider roasting 1 large turkey and a turkey breast, depending on the number of people you are feeding.
2. Sides-
Just figure out what you like (and what you like to cook). Include at least one vegetable...it's nice to serve something light and fresh with all of the starch & protein
3. Rolls/bread-
Are you going to make them or buy them? Do you need to order them from your favorite bakery? (if so, do it soon!)
4. Dessert-
Same goes here. Making or buying? Either way, it's good to start thinking about it now.
5. Appetizers & beverages-
If you so choose...
Make a rough draft menu and then decide what things (if any) can be assigned out. If someone offers to contribute, take them up on it.
Next, start making a grocery list of the things you need to purchase. Most things on your list will be on sale in the coming weeks, and non-perishable items can be purchased and tucked away now. Even if you haven't committed to your menu, there are some items that you may need regardless.
Happy meal planning!!!
3 comments:
I hope my scheme works and we can come for Thanksgiving.
Can you organize the rest of my life too....please.
I'll refer back to this in 15 years when I might cook Thanksgiving for my family. Until then it's eating out or eating at mom's!
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