Make your dip the day before and warm as guests are arriving. Crescent roll app will need to be made just before serving!
SALAD
Prep the day before, slicing apples and tossing with dressing and toppings just before serving.
MAIN DISH
Prep the day before, leaving the honey baked ham in the oven low and slow the day of.
BREAD
These dinner rolls can be made in advance. Make this dough as directed, allow rolls to rise, and instead of baking, simply refrigerate. You can hold them (covered) in the fridge for 10-12 hours. Simply remove from the refrigerator for two hours before you’re ready to throw them in the oven.
SIDE DISHES
Each of these side dishes can be prepped ahead, with the exception of the green beans with bacon, which need to be sautéed at the last minute for the best crispy flavor. Everything else can stay in the oven for an hour or two prior to serving to keep them warm.
DRINK
Sangria can be prepped up to 48 hours in advance. If making ahead, combine and add fruit and ginger beer just before serving. This prevents the Apple Cider Sangria from losing its bubbly and the sangria fruit from becoming mealy. Allow flavors to marinate 15 minutes before serving, (up to six hours before).
Notes
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