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Happy holidays!
We know–we can’t believe it’s already time to talk about the holidays, either. Doesn’t it feel like yesterday that we all welcomed 2016? But we digress.
For all of us, the holidays mean lots and lots (and lots) of amazing meats and casseroles and sweets, but for some of us, they mean spending hours (and hours and hours) in the kitchen, preparing the amazing meats and casseroles and sweets.
If you’re the holiday host/hostess every year, you know how costly putting together a big meal can be. In fact, did you know that each individual plate at Thanksgiving is estimated to cost more than $50. $50 per person, for a home-cooked meal! Can you believe it?
Here are some tips to help you save a little bit of money, while still hosting a holiday meal worth remembering:
1. Find out who’s coming.
Thanksgiving leftovers are great. And if you’ve never made a heaping sandwich using the leftover turkey and casseroles, you must try it this year. That said, most of us are left with more leftovers than we know what to do with. Before picking up your ingredients, make sure you’ve gotten an accurate headcount and know for sure if anyone is bringing guests.
2. Take advantage of deals.
In the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, many grocery stores will have special deals on the ingredients you need. Keep an eye out, and if you can, grab sale items that won’t perish in advance. The same goes for buying in bulk–if you’re serving a big group, take advantage of bulk deals.
3. Say yes to help.
Most hosts and hostesses feel too guilty saying yes when one of their guests asks if they can bring anything. If you do need help, don’t be afraid to ask for someone else to provide the alcohol or desserts.
4. Only serve what people will eat.
If Uncle Ernie is the only one who eats the oyster casserole, leaving the rest to go to waste, consider retiring it from the menu this year. The same goes for dishes that might be traditional but that just end up getting tossed when the night is over. Serve the dishes your family and friends will actually eat!
5. Research recipes in advance.
No matter how much you’ve planned and budgeted, leftovers are inevitable (and amazing). Find creative recipes that will allow you to eat your leftovers, without getting bored. Turkey soup, turkey enchiladas, oh my! You can even freeze some of these dishes to enjoy on a later date or during a busy week.
Have a wonderful holiday season! We are absolutely sure that all of your holiday parties will be a success!
Latorre Insurance is a licensed independent insurance brokerage serving North and South Carolina, with offices in Charlotte, Greensboro, and Raleigh.
