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RevLinda48 03/26/14 |
I wrote about this event earlier but I was asking about quantities. Can you please tell me what you think of my menu and the amounts? The event is for 225 and the main course (which I'm not responsible for) is steak and chicken. Here is what I'm planning to fill out the dinner:
Clam Bake - 50# clams, 25# potatoes, 75 ears corn |
ellen 03/26/14 |
Hi, Linda, Perfectly nice menu, but the amounts are off, and there is a basic principal of group feeding you want to consider- when offering a desirable item, have enough for everyone, even if you have to reduce the total number of items. In addition, no ovens if possible for beach picnics, eliminating the mac and cheese. So, here are my suggestions:
Clam Bake - 50# clams, 25# potatoes, 75 ears corn In another post, you mention baked beans, about 7 gallons.
Fresh Fruit - 4# strawberries and grapes; 4 each cantaloupe, honeydew and watermelon Mac and Cheese - 2 gallons- skip; you need an oven and would need at least 7 gallons for this party. Instead, do a big pasta salad, using 12 pounds dry pasta, make day ahead, keep cold (about 7-8 gallons)
Burgundy Mushrooms (to top steak) - 25#, plenty, if you are slicing Sour Dough and French Bread - 6 baguettes; for 225 people, outside, you need at least 35 pounds of bread, 8 pounds of butter is nice.
Lemon Bars - 125; need 225 at least
Lemonade - frozen concentrate is good, about 18 gallons, but do have at least 6-8 gallons unsweetened ice tea for the no sugar folks A donation to keep the site open is always welcome. Thanks. |
RevLinda48 03/28/14 |
Thank you! I didn't add that this is a beach "theme" but it is being held in our clubhouse. There is a full size kitchen available. The managers suggested the clam bake.. I think it might be a bit pricey, what do you think? And what should I suggest as another option? I don't know how I made it before I found your site. A donation is on its way!!! |
ellen 03/31/14 |
Skip the clams... |