Do you have "side dish stress" at Thanksgiving? You're not alone.
Getting all those little casseroles and accompaniments on the table at the right temperature and on time is a challenge for many Holiday Party hosts.
Follow these tips to help make your Thanksgiving meal countdown a success and hopefully, lessen your stress!
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Organize Your Cooking Space
Think about all cooking methods available in your home and plan your side dishes accordingly. -
Make a 60-Minute Countdown Cooking Plan
A plan of action only works if you can easily follow it. Take the time to write it down! -
Prep Some Food and Equipment in Advance
Being prepared on Thanksgiving Day will help you feel more relaxed and confident about making the meal. -
Put a Planning Timer in your Pocket
You probably have an oven timer for cooking, so why not use a timer for planning? Many mobile phones have a built-in timer or you could purchase a small portable timer to help you stay on track on Thanksgiving Day. -
As a Last Resort
Much of the stress of Thanksgiving meal preparation is due to that fact that many people are actually making 3 meals in 1 when you consider leftovers. If you’re really overwhelmed, try this:- Make only the amount of food that you know will be consumed at dinner.
- Put food into smaller baking dishes so all the side dishes you need for the meal will fit in your oven at the same time.
- Pop extra side dishes into the oven after the meal or during clean up for your leftovers.
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