When hosting friends or relatives, you might want to consider dishes that are easy to make. Low supervision is also important to afford you the benefit of spending more time with them.

The next time you are expecting guests, consider the following dining ideas.

1.) For lunch or dinner, a stew or hearty soup will satisfy most appetites. To prepare it, you will need a quality slow cooker. Make it a more substantial meal by preparing cornbread or biscuits. For added flavor, consider making it in a cast iron skillet.

2.) Host a cookout with easy to prepare meals like burgers, hotdogs and barbecue chicken. Cook these items outdoors on a gas grill. If weather does not permit, cook them indoors on an electric grill.

3.) Consider making dishes in advance and storing them in the refrigerator until you are ready to eat. A casserole is ideal as it is tasty and will store easily for a few days. Some recipes to consider include a chicken and rice bake, a Cajun shrimp casserole or a baked ziti. To make a casserole you will need a quality casserole dish and lid.

4.) Serve fancy or gourmet sandwiches like turkey club or turkey meatball subs. Place condiments on your counter top and let everyone make their own sandwiches just the way they like them. Serve with side dishes like potato chips, coleslaw or baked beans.

Don’t forget to stock your home with snacks for your guests as well. Consider items that most people like such as yogurt, fresh baked cookies, assorted nuts, crackers and hummus. Also, be sure to fill your refrigerator with a large jug of lemonade or iced tea for drinks!

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To have a great party, you’ll need a few supplies. This includes:

• Music and Games – to entertain guests

• Charcoal or Gas Grill – Deelat offers a wide selection including stainless steel four burner grills

• Propane or Charcoal – it’s always a good idea to check your levels in order to avoid running out while hosting a larger group

• Paper Plates and Disposable Utensils – Using recyclable plates will allow for a faster clean-up afterwards

• Tables and Chairs - Make sure you have enough chairs for guests and space them with tables around the yard accordingly

• Trash Receptacle – Deelat offers a variety of 6-12 liter bins

• Canopy Tent – this can come in handy in the event that there’s unexpected rain

• Mosquito and Other Pest Control – Deelat offers bug zappers and fly catchers

• Tiki Torches or Other Backyard Lighting – Don’t be left in the dark when the sun goes down!

When planning your menu, you’ll want to go beyond traditional hot dogs and burgers. Try adding shrimp, brisket and tuna steak to your menu, or special side dishes such as cold soup or edamame summer salad. Also, don’t forget about guests who may have special diets such as vegetarians or those who are gluten-free. And, be sure to offer your guests a variety of sauces from sweet to extra-spicy. These can be served using steam pans or trays.

Don’t forget to include your own signature drinks as well as desserts such as chilled pies, s’mores or grilled fruit dishes.

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As with any other party, you’ll need to plan carefully to ensure it’s a success! This includes selecting a tasty food and beverage menu, a decorated venue and hosting a wide range of activities.

Open House Theme

Begin by selecting an open house theme. This will help you in planning your decorations, the menu and more. Some ideas include the school mascot or school colors. You can also consider a theme centering around a favorite subject such as Art, French, Math or perhaps a favorite sport. Try to think about your graduate’s future career plans when selecting your theme, and incorporate that goal into your ideas.

Party Supplies

Make your party festive with colorful decorations. Be sure your table cloths, napkins, paper plates and more will match and compliment each other. Enhance your décor with balloons, personalized banners and lovely floral centerpieces.

Food/Menu

Consider your open house theme when coming up with ideas for food servings. Have the food center around this theme. For example, if a band or football club is your theme, serve food items that would be enjoyed while tailgating or sold at concessions stands. Along with grilling, serve cotton candy, snow cones, hot dogs or funnel cakes for added excitement. Finally, don’t forget a celebratory cake or cupcakes to give your party that special touch.

Invitations/Party Favors

Set the tone for your upcoming open house by creating some innovative invitations. Use your theme as inspiration. Some other ideas might include a photo, cartoon or digital e-vite.

Put together party favor bags for your guests. Possibly have one for adults and another for children. Some things to include in the bags include personalized lollipops, ink pens, glow stick jewelry or bubbles.

Activities

Finally, you’ll want to have things for your guests to do and enjoy while stopping by your open house. Choose activities that will be memorable for your graduate such as a photo booth or signing a guest book. You can also have board games on hand or entertainment that include a musical group or magician.

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