Before a big party, there’s no better time to tidy your home. Purchase a beautiful turkey tablecloth, fresh window curtains, and nice dishware. You don’t have to spend a lot of money, but you should be creative to make your visitors feel welcome.
Don’t be concerned if it sneaked up on you. I’ve put up a basic hosting guide to help you get ready for Thanksgiving (and avoid running about like a turkey with its head cut off!).
1. Make a Meal Plans
Now it’s time for the fun part! Start planning what you’ll make, whether your family has Christmas favorites they eat every year or you want to try new foods. For most events, I’d offer 2-3 appetizers, 3-4 sides, 1-2 main dishes (including the turkey), and 2-3 desserts so that everyone has something to eat. You may also create a Thanksgiving menu and place it on your table so that your visitors know what they will be eating. If you don’t know how to make a menu, you may use the Lisi menu templates or use a menu maker mobile app to make stunning menus right on your phone.
As you plan, keep your kitchen in mind. If your oven is small, for example, the turkey will take up the majority of the space, so think about sides that can be prepared on the stove, in the microwave, or ahead of time and served at room temperature.
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2. Start Preparing
I know I preach about completing as much prep work ahead of time as possible all of the time, but it’s true. If all you have to worry about on Thanksgiving is your turkey and maybe a side dish or two, you’ll be much calmer.
Here’s my to-do list for the days leading up to T-Day:
- Plan two separate grocery trips: one about a week before Thanksgiving to stock up on non-perishables and items with longer expiration dates, and a second 2-3 days before Thanksgiving to acquire all of your fresh goods and any last-minute additions.
- From cutting knives to a meat thermometer, make sure you have everything you’ll need for Thanksgiving dinner. and do take the help of your friends and say thanks for it.
- Check your plate and flatware situation—and, if necessary, enlist the help of a friend.
3. Enjoy The Food
First and foremost, get the turkey ready. After all, it is the main attraction! Preheat the oven, assemble your ingredients, double-check the cooking time, and remove the turkey from the refrigerator at least an hour before roasting to enable it to come to room temperature.
Allow the turkey to rest when it has done cooking while you finish the rest of the sides. One thing I don’t mind is that the turkey isn’t boiling hot—I love having hot side dishes and gravy. Your turkey will be wonderful served at room temperature, I assure it.
