What to feed 4 college boys?

[Anonymous]

I absolutely hate having dinner and overnight guests and ds is bringing home three friends I've never met. He said they eat a lot, no specific food preferences (which is always tough because that's rarely true!) What do I make them for dinner? I am working all day and not thrilled about this but want to make sure I make something copious. None of them are "junk food" types.

[Anonymous]

Baked ziti, salad and garlic bread!

[Anonymous]

Anything.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Baked ziti, salad and garlic bread!

I thought of something like that but I know my ds at least (and I think the others as everyone works out) is not a big carb person in that way (more like sweet potatoes and such) so worried they won't like it. I sort of hate this!!!

[Anonymous]

Roast chicken. Grilled chicken thighs. Steak with a baked potato bar. Taco bar. Slowcooker a pork but and make bbq pulled pork sandwiches. Basically make a protein centered dish.

I’d also stock up on eggs. My college student sons eat a ton of eggs for breakfast.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Baked ziti, salad and garlic bread!

I thought of something like that but I know my ds at least (and I think the others as everyone works out) is not a big carb person in that way (more like sweet potatoes and such) so worried they won't like it. I sort of hate this!!!

What!?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Roast chicken. Grilled chicken thighs. Steak with a baked potato bar. Taco bar. Slowcooker a pork but and make bbq pulled pork sandwiches. Basically make a protein centered dish.

I’d also stock up on eggs. My college student sons eat a ton of eggs for breakfast.

Yes I have eggs. I'm just upset because this is very last minute and one of them might stay for days. I hate having guests so much and especially because I now have to rush and do a bunch of things and still work all day. Would you all feel this way or be thrilled? I am a reluctant hostess, it's a nightmare for me.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Baked ziti, salad and garlic bread!

I thought of something like that but I know my ds at least (and I think the others as everyone works out) is not a big carb person in that way (more like sweet potatoes and such) so worried they won't like it. I sort of hate this!!!

What!?

He does not eat pasta, pizza...

[Anonymous]

Tacos. Lots of customization ability and generally enjoyed.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Roast chicken. Grilled chicken thighs. Steak with a baked potato bar. Taco bar. Slowcooker a pork but and make bbq pulled pork sandwiches. Basically make a protein centered dish.

I’d also stock up on eggs. My college student sons eat a ton of eggs for breakfast.

+1
Power bowls. They probably go to chipotle and get beans, all the chicken and then every trimming (yes queso and guac!). My wrestler son is into greek "salads" but he doesn't really like lettuce so it's more chicken, feta, tomatoes.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Baked ziti, salad and garlic bread!

I thought of something like that but I know my ds at least (and I think the others as everyone works out) is not a big carb person in that way (more like sweet potatoes and such) so worried they won't like it. I sort of hate this!!!

What!?

Not OP, but my son is the same way....and so am I. We limit garbage carbs like pasta, pizza, white bread, fries, and other processed carbs.

[Anonymous]

Lots of protein. Stop somewhere and buy 2-3 roast chickens. Ask DS to make flavored couscous (takes 10 min). And just buy cucumber and 2 red peppers and serve slices of each. They will mostly eat the chicken.

As a PP noted, eggs for breakfast and either sausage or bacon.

[Anonymous]

NP. My mind also went to rotisserie chickens. (And pulled pork sandwiches.)

Get some salad in bags and boxes. Like spring mix (add cherry tomatoes) and "Steakhouse Wedge". Have Italian and Ranch dressing. Or Newman's Own Regular or Lite Balsamic Vinaigrette.

Another side option is Birdseye garlic rotini with vegetables. It has broccoli, carrots, and a little pasta. Or get frozen green beans if you do not like the idea of a mix.

With 4 adult men, I'd get half a chicken for each and 2 bagged salads. You'll have leftovers but that's better than having too little.

You could get ice cream (Breyers Chocolate/Vanilla) and fruit to offer as dessert. So either a rich or a more natural food dessert. I'd suggest bananas, grapes, and mandarin oranges.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Lots of protein. Stop somewhere and buy 2-3 roast chickens. Ask DS to make flavored couscous (takes 10 min). And just buy cucumber and 2 red peppers and serve slices of each. They will mostly eat the chicken.

As a PP noted, eggs for breakfast and either sausage or bacon.

NP. The Near East boxed tiny couscous with pine nuts is very tasty.

[Anonymous]

Make your own tacos:
Ground beef or turkey or pork, throw in diced tomatoes, corn, and beans, add taco seasoning (buy a packet if youbdon't have the spices);
Have chips and tortillas available;
Shredded lettuce;
Sour cream;
Guacamole;
Shredded cheese (buy it and shred, don't buy the pre-shredded crap);
Hot sauce and salsa
Eat

I would have plenty of fresh fruit on hand for snacking