2 PLAN YOUR PORTIONS
When in doubt, plan it out. Guessing how much to buy and cook for a holiday gathering can be daunting, but it goes a long way toward reducing food waste. Use these tips and handy chart as a guide.
+ For guaranteed crowd-pleasers—looking at you, shrimp ring!—err on the side of more.
+ With more variety on the table, plan smaller portions per person. On the flip side, less choice means larger portions.
+ To put your mind at ease, have a few non-perishable snacks, such as pretzels, popcorn and nuts, on hand just in case there are unexpected guests.
+ It’s always safe to round up estimates, as some leftovers are always welcome.