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Whether it is a casual get together or a family picnic; pot luck meals are always a hit among all people. Planning and organizing a potluck meal may be taxing but fun nevertheless.
Most of the times we are in cross roads while deciding on a recipe which we would like to make for a pot luck meal. You have to zero upon a dish which you are familiar with, is liked by most in your group and as well as easy to make. Here are some tips and ideas which will leave people flattered.
Food Suggestions for The Potluck Party
Appetizers
Choose appetizers that are instant crowd pleasers. A veggie plate with a dip can be an excellent choice for a starter. Discuss with the host about the need of special equipments, in case, you are making grills or kebabs.
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Salads
A vegetable salad or pasta salad can work wonders in a party. Do not resort to an exotic salad and try to keep your food as uncomplicated as possible. An easy fruit salad may go very well with the crowd. If you are making crunchy salad, mix the dressing with the ingredients just before the food is laid out.
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Main Course and Side Dishes
You can offer to make the main dish like rice, roti, paratha or noodles. Ask another person to bring a side dish which would go with your main dish. It would also be convenient to inform the host about the dish you will prepare to avoid repetitions. Some dishes can be a pain while transporting, therefore, try your best to exclude them from your menu.
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Desserts
Choose easy to prepare, portable dessert for your party. Make dishes that taste best even at room temperature. Fruit cakes, cookies or sweets are easy to make and will be an instant winner among the guests too.
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Tips For The Host
If you are the host at the potluck party, these tips may come handy.
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Assigning The Dish
A potluck party always turns out to be successful when a bit of organizing goes into it. As a host, ask your guests about the dish they would like to bring to the party.
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This is to make sure that you do not end up in a party where you have 7-8 varieties of dessert or salads. If the guests are not sure about the recipe they are going to cook, then insist them to commit to a course of a meal.
Choose Your Contribution
Choose the dish you will be preparing with utmost care. Remember you will have to manage other tasks along with preparing your dish. Usually, the host prefers to make the main dish for the party asking the guests to bring the side dish and other courses of the meal. Another excellent idea is to stock up drinks and leave the rest to your guests.
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Getting Your House Ready For The Party
As a host you will have to provide the dinnerware. Keep a few additional serving dishes, glasses and knives. Arrange the dinner table and make sure it can accommodate your guests’ dishes. You also need to arrange the chairs and organize games or movies for entertainment.
Potlucks are a fine excuse to get-together and have some fun. Therefore, do not work yourself to make a complicated dish. As a rule, potluck dishes should be easy to make and swift to leave the tray in a party.
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