Thanksgiving Action Plan for a Hassel Fress Holiday

Thanksgiving "Action Plan" for a Hassel Free Holiday

Today I saw an ad for a new pill that you can take to reduce holiday stress.
My reaction was, "It is really sad that people are so stressed at holiday time.

Having an "action plan" will make preparing for your guests easier and less stressful.

NOW is the time to create your "action plan".

1) Plan menu and decide what you are going to make and what you want others to bring.
If other people will be bring food tell them what you would like them to bring.

2) Make a list of what food and supplies you will need.
Categories to consider:
Refrigerated/Deli
Fresh Produce
Bakery
Grocery
Frozen
Beverages
Cheese, Chocolate & Flowers
Other: Linens, paper goods, table decorations,etc.

3) Purchase non-perishable items, beverages.

4) Place order for fresh turkeys, baked goods, and prepared food.

5) Plan what foods you can make ahead and schedule time on your calendar make
them.

6) Day before: Write out menu and cooking and heating schedule (include oven or stove
top temperature).
Put out platters, bowls, dishes and serving pieces and put a post-it
each labeled with what it is for.


IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not self-clean your oven just before a holiday. The intense
heat may cause the temperature control to mal-function.

I usually have large groups for holidays and with an "action plan" I am able
to relax and enjoy my company. For major holidays I hire help to heat up the food and clean up so that I can be a "happy hostess". If you are cannot that ask for help.

Best wishes to you and your guests for a Happy Thanksgiving!

Nancy
Organization Plus
http://www.organizationplus.com