Hosting a big holiday dinner can be super daunting. You need to keep your guests happy, you have appetizers and seating charts and fine china to think about, and, of course, there’s the actual meal to cook. It can be a lot of stress, but the rewards of bringing your family together are (most of the time) well worth it.
Below is a list of things that will make your entire Thursday more enjoyable…especially if you take my advice and drink while you’re working.
#12. Pyrex Storage
If you’re like me, you’re chronically terrified that you either won’t have enough food for everyone, or enough leftovers for those sandwiches everyone always wants a few hours later. Since you’re going to need a way to store everything in the meantime, don’t be caught frustrated by your old tupperware and those annoying missing lids! Buy it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2fn7rjS
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#11. Relish Tray
Your guests are going to want to munch while you put the finishing touches on dinner, and this tray is a way to keep appetizers and snacks organized and looking snazzy on the kitchen counter or table. Buy it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2gjhGEJ
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#10. Cards Against Humanity
What better way to bond with your family and friends than with a nice, wholesome card game before you send them on their way?
Well… Cards Against Humanity may not exactly be wholesome, but it is hilarious, and it will definitely bring everyone together. Guaranteed. Buy it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2fPfIgY
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#9. Roasting Oven
A must, obviously, because what’s Thanksgiving without a delicious turkey? If you don’t have one already, this definitely needs to be on your shopping list. Buy it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2fn2E1K
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#8. A Turkey Baster
No, it’s not the same as the thing you use to clean your kid’s nose out when they have a cold (although maybe it could pull double duty, depending on how big his nostrils are).
Listen, even if you think it’s a luxury when cooking a turkey…it’s not. Not if you want your bird to be nice and moist, anyway! Buy it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2fn2E1K
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#7. Earplugs
If the booze doesn’t put you out, you may need to invest in some earplugs to get a good night’s sleep with so many people in the house (or with the kids sleeping in your room).
They’re nice to have on hand for traveling, as well. Buy it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2ghU2YX
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#6. Throw Blankets
People need to be cozy as they doze off, digesting their meals in front of football.
Bonus: After your guests are gone, you’ll have loads of blankets lying around for the rest of the winter. Buy it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2gcgD8l
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#5. Hand Mixer
If you’re planning on mashed potatoes or desserts (and duh, you are), this mixer is a must-have. Buy it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2fNLmM1
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#4. Meat Thermometer
You really, really don’t want to poison your guests. Or…maybe you do?
Either way, you’re going to need to know how hot the inside of the turkey is, so make sure you have one of these on hand. Buy it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2gGcJcI
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#3. Pie Plates
You can’t have Thanksgiving without pie, and why on earth would you buy boring, Pyrex pie plates, when you could have one like this?
Trust me, you’ll thank me later. Buy it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2f2urpS
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#2. Wine Charms
If you’re doing Thanksgiving right, people are drinking (especially you), and these will help everyone keep track of their booze (while inspiring them!). If the corks aren’t for you, search Amazon. There are a million different, adorable iterations. Buy it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2f2urpS
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#1. A Nice, Big Crockpot
You’ll get use out of this all year long, but it will come super in handy for Thanksgiving soups, or even something like keeping mashed or sweet potatoes warm until serving. Buy it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2fnc2CH
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Did I miss anything? Let me know in the comments below!
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