Make to-do lists.
With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it can
be hard to keep track of all your tasks. That's why
making lists (and checking them twice!) can come
in handy. Days or weeks before your seasonal
celebration, make a list of everything you need to
do
— from picking out your outfit to curating the
party playlist. The more details, the better!
Keep the menu simple.
When you're cooking a special meal for
your family, it's best to stick with what you
know. Only include your tried-and-true
dishes on the menu. Save the stress and
surprises that come with experimenting
and trying new recipes for another time.
Prep, prep, prep!
The secret to success? Preparation.
Pre-everything
— pre-chop veggies
and herbs, pre-measure ingredients,
and pre-cook anything you can. Also,
be sure to print out your recipes and
keep this quick reference conversion
chart close by:
Accept help.
As the host, you really can't
do it all—and you shouldn't!
If your crew offers to help, let
them. Delegate basic tasks like
emptying the dishwasher or
taking out the trash. When all
hands are on deck, you'll be
able to enjoy the evening, too.
1 Gallon =
4 Quarts 8 Pints 16 Cups 128 Ounces 3.8 Liters
1 Quart =
2 Pints 4 Cups 32 Ounces .95 Liters
1 Pint =
2 Cups 16 Ounces 480ml
1 Cup =
8 Ounces 240ml
1 TBSP =
3 Teaspoons 1/2 Ounce 15ml
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