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[quote=Anonymous]Keep it as simple as you can so you, and hence your guests, will not be incredibly stressed out.

1) Buy a plastic turkey bag--speeds cooking and keeps it moist.  Buy a turkey with the button that pops out when it's done.

2) Cook the stuffing seperately--better for food safety and you don't have to stuff the turkey.

3) Assuming that you are close friends with your guests and that they are normal people, it is reasonable to ask each couple to bring something especially because this is your first Thanksgiving and you have a toddler.

4) You don't have to make 10 dishes for 6 adults and 2 toddlers.  Pick a few side dishes that you like, ideally ones you've made before.  I can't make mashed potatoes to save my life, so I found an easy sweet potato casserole (bake the hell out of them and really soft and easy to get out of their skins) and skipped the mashed potatoes and gravy.  We also had stuffing.  Pre-made rolls that you pop in the oven are easy.  Really, how many types of carbs do you need?

5) Try to schedule your mealtime around the toddlers' naps and designate someone to keep them entertained in a non-destructive way while you're finishing in the kitchen.

6) Go for simple decorations--whatever appeals to you and is short enough to see over.

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