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If you're a less-than-eager chef, short on time, or simply swamped by the amount of RSVPs you've received for an upcoming party, we've got you covered.
Whether its cooking for co-workers or friends and family, the holidays can be a time where even the dine-out crowd is encouraged to get their hands dirty. For those seasoned entertainers or those just beginning, there’s the ever-looming worry: will there be enough food? Fear not, anxious hosts and hostesses, because we’ve got a mix of mains, appetizers and desserts that will remedy any reservations you have about cooking for the holidays—we’re keeping it simple to make, and simple to serve.
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