Making a checklist and reviewing it twice isn’t only for Santa Claus during the holiday season. As soon as the holly jolly holiday arrives all families across the country are gathering to enjoy the traditional Thanksgiving Day feast.
But here’s the problem that Thanksgiving is a really stressful time. It doesn’t matter if you’re keeping it easy or inviting all the out-of-state relatives There’s plenty of work to do and the planning begins days before the actual celebration.
To keep you on the right track and decrease the stress (note we did not mention “prevent” because we’re not as powerful) Use this checklist for Thanksgiving. It can assist you in planning and executing an unforgettable Thanksgiving Day feast that is guaranteed to amaze your guests.
One Week Ahead
There’s plenty of time…but it’s not this plenty of time. The week leading up to it is all about ensuring that all parties are on the same page and also that your home is in good condition.
- Get rid of your refrigerator to make room for your food and leftovers
- Make sure the house is tidy
- Check the guest list who will attend the dinner.
- Find out if there are enough serving dishes and table the plates in the appropriate places.
- Get supplies you need or borrow them from at the thrift stores
Monday
It’s not too early to be concerned about the vast majority of foods however if you’re taking to the classic route, then you might be able to consider the turkey you’ll be eating.
- Defrost the bird, allowing one day to thaw for every 4 lbs of turkey.
- Iron table linens
Tuesday
Two days before the big day, it’s all about ensuring that you’ve got the proper ingredients and ingredients in the home. In ideal circumstances, you don’t need to do any errands after Tuesday.
- Finalize your shopping
- Make a cook’s timetable and schedule.
- Clean out the closet for coats of guests.
- Make sure the guest bathroom is cleaned
- In addition, there are areas of entertainment that are clean and comfortable such as the living room and kitchen.
- Set aside time for any religious or other volunteer activities prior to the dinner.
Wednesday
The last day before Thanksgiving is all about everything that can be accomplished prior to the time making way for a day which is entirely concentrated on the essential food items. For the best Turkey Day ease, you can roast your turkey on Wednesday to rewarm prior to your big dinner.
- Set the table
- Decorate your home for Thanksgiving
- Choose a centerpiece for your table.
- Preparation and refrigeration of appropriate desserts and side dishes
- Prepare and chill the wet ingredients for the stuffing
- Decide on what to wear, and then mentally prepare for Thanksgiving Day
Thursday
It’s that time! If everything goes as planned and you’ve followed your list this day should be fairly simple (and amusing, so don’t forget the fun part!).
- Have breakfast
- Prepare the stuffing the day before and stuff the turkey before you put it in the oven.
- Cook the bird until a thermometer that is inserted into the thigh area of the turkey will indicate that the internal temperature is 180degF. The thermometer that is inserted into the breast reads 165deg-170degF.
- As the turkey rests prepare the gravy.
- After roasting for two hours Remove turkey’s stuffing and cut meat from bones
- Ask for help to prepare the house in advance of guests to arrive.
- Take the side dishes you have prepared from the refrigerator and bake.
- Before guests arrive, assign assignments to family members
- Enjoy your Thanksgiving!
- After guests have left you can the leftovers can be frozen or refrigerated.
Friday
If you’re not working on the day following Thanksgiving, it’s the perfect opportunity to unwind, tidy and set up your house and your head to prepare for the next holiday that’s on the agenda.
- Take down any decorations
- Ask family members to assist you in tidy up the house.
- Send thank-you cards to the people who helped during dinner.
- Find great Black Friday specials and discounts
- Rest!
