Make-ahead chicken for a crowd?
2ajsmama
11 years ago
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cooking ahead for a crowd - will this work?
Comments (12)Sounds like a great time. I am inclined to think that I would have everything except the canned items frozen and ready to defrost and add the cans when ready to heat. The only thing that occurs to me is that you may have a rather large mass to defrost. Actually if you leave the house with the mix frozen and in a cooler, it should safely defrost in a few days. But, if you do mix it all at home, I would not worry about mushy beans. I like the casserole types bean dishes to be cooked down to a thick paste. The flavor is great. I will try your recipe soon, as we love lima beans. Do take the pans or disposable (please recycle) pans to prevent surprises. Have a great time. DP...See MoreRecipe Ideas for Lg Crowd... definitely need to be 'make ahead'
Comments (12)Sounds like a great party! But I do not envy you working a 12 hour shift the day before! LOL This dip recipe was originally posted by CraftyRN, and I make it often. I like that it can be made a couple of days ahead and the veggies can be prepped ahead also! Caesar Dip with Parmesan and Anchovies Source: Cooks Illustrated Makes 1 1/2 cups 1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 ounce grated Parmesan cheese , (1/2 cup) 1 tablespoon lemon juice from 1 lemon 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley leaves 2 medium cloves garlic , pressed through garlic press or minced (about 2 teaspoons) 2 anchovy fillets , minced to paste (about 1 teaspoon) 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper Combine all ingredients in medium bowl until smooth and creamy. Transfer dip to serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until flavors are blended, at least 1 hour; serve cold with crudités. (Can be refrigerated in airtight container for up to 2 days.) This corn salad can be made the day before and it would go well with your main dishes. you can sub regular yellow corn if you prefer. White Corn Salad 2c frozen shoepeg white corn 3/4c chopped roma tomato 1/2 c chopped cucumber 2T chopped green bell pepper 3T white wine vinegar 1\-1/2 tsp olive oil 1 tsp Dijon mustard ¼ tsp salt 1/8 tsp ground black pepper 1 clove garlic, minced Combine vegetables in bowl, toss. Combine remaining ingredients in a jar and shake vigorously. Pour over corn mixture and toss well. Serves 4 From Cooking Light magazine, date unknown Good luck on a successful gathering! Linda...See MoreMaking T-Day sides ahead of time?
Comments (5)I would consider making the green bean casserole the day or night before instead. The cream soup with mushrooms may taste better a little fresher. I know you want to save on time but it really only takes about five minutes to throw it altogether. For the stuffing, I'd do all the chopping and cubing but probably keep the onions and stuff separate from the bread and just assemble it all when you bake it. Again, it should only take a couple extra minutes to assemble it. Here's a recipe for the mashed potatoes you may be interested in. I never tried it, but I hate having to do the potatoes last minute; it may help you out even being able to do them the day before. Here is a link that might be useful: Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes...See MoreSure-fire make ahead turkey gravy?
Comments (55)"...The definition of gravy refers specifically to a sauce made from pan drippings of a roasted protein. If you are not roasting the protein first, where are the drippings? Roasting necks and wings is not gonna do it! IMO," I picked up our turkey Monday night and did all the misc shopping. They had big necks and wings. (usually gone by the week or two before thanksgiving). Decided to make another fresh stock. One wing, one neck. DH roasted with veg when he got home. Then into the mauslin. I got home close to midnight last night and did the finishing. Straining and chilling. 2 quarts of gorgeous stock for gravy and the stuffing/dressing. Roasted proteins make drippings. Necks and wings are proteins and they are huge....See More2ajsmama
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