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How to Plan Thanksgiving Dinner
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Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks, but it can also be a time of stress. From cooking the perfect turkey to hosting out-of-town relatives, there's a lot that goes into making Thanksgiving Day run smoothly.
How do I start preparing for Thanksgiving?
The earlier you start preparing, the better. It seems as though people are less stressed when they start preparing early.
On the other hand, please don't be so stressed out with starting to prepare early and getting everything done that you forget to embrace the season and what it means.
Follow these five tips and you'll be on your way to hosting a stress-free Thanksgiving feast.
1. Start planning early
The earlier you start planning for Thanksgiving, the better. Make a list of everything you need to do and check items off as you go. This will help ensure that you don't forget anything important and have plenty of time to finish everything. This is an important tip when you are learning how to plan a thanksgiving party.
2. Delegate tasks
One person can't do everything, so delegate tasks to others who are helping with Thanksgiving dinner. Assign someone to carve the turkey, another to make the stuffing, and someone else to bring dessert. This will help ensure that everything gets done and that no one feels overwhelmed.
3. Set the table the night before
One of the last things you want to do on Thanksgiving Day is set the table. So save yourself some stress and do it the night before. This way, all you have to do on Turkey Day is enjoy the company of your loved ones (and the food!).
4. Make ahead what you can
There are certain dishes that can be made ahead of time, such as pies and casseroles. So take advantage of this by making as much food as possible in advance. This will free up time on Thanksgiving Day so that you can relax and enjoy the holiday.
5. Don't forget about the cleanup
Nobody likes cleaning up after a big meal, but it's a necessary evil. To make cleanup easier, assign specific tasks to specific people and make sure everyone knows what they're responsible for. You can even make a game out of it, whoever cleans up the most wins!
What can I prepare in advance for Thanksgiving?
Many dishes can be made in advance, such as pies and casseroles. This will free up time on Thanksgiving Day to relax and enjoy the holiday.
Other things like setting the table, delegating tasks, and planning out the menu can also be done ahead of time to alleviate stress on the actual day. Knowing what to prepare in advance for this holiday is an important part of how to plan a Thanksgiving meal.
Planning ahead, delegating tasks, setting the table the night before, making food in advance, and having everyone pitch in for cleanup are all great ways to make Thanksgiving less stressful and more enjoyable for everyone involved.
So, this year, put our tips into action and enjoy a hassle-free holiday! What is your favorite way to plan for Thanksgiving?
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Allison Lancaster is a blogger and work-at-home mom. She has always had a passion for writing and after becoming a mom in 2015, decided to turn her passion into her career. Her writing has been featured in the Huffington Post, Scary Mommy, and more. She resides in Tennessee with her husband and two children.
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