Thanksgiving

We had a lovely Thanksgiving last year.
I spent several days in the kitchen, and loved it!
It was good to remember how much I love being in the kitchen, when I'm not distracted with cleaning the bathroom and vaccuuming and such. It's good for me to have the house in order several days before Thanksgiving so I can focus on my fun in the kitchen, and getting that cleaned up when I'm done.

Here is my schedule:
Monday - shop for everything needed including the Turkey

Tuesday - clean up around the house

Wednesday - make Stuffing
- make Mashed Potatoes
- make Cranberry Jello Salad
- make Jello Salad
- make Salad Dressing
- get tables set up, tablecloths & dishes out
- leave the kitchen clean and dishes done
Thursday morning
- make Corn Pudding
- make pies
- bake Sweet Potatoes
- make Green Salad
- prep Turkey, Roast
- rub Tri-Tip, BBQ
- have kids set tables while I'm cooking


I tried making Apple pies on Wednesday, but I was not happy with the result on Thursday. I made a version of mashed potatoes that can be made ahead, and it was well received by everyone. The more that can be made ahead, the less crazy it is on the day of the feast.
We planned to eat at 1:00 and we actually pulled it off! It made for a nice, relaxing afternoon, and the desserts were more welcome.