The Christmas season can be so hectic!! I know that I am always looking for simple recipes that my family will love. Hellmann's and Best Foods Mayonnaise have teamed up with Chef Bobby Flay to create the Hellmann's Real Holiday Helpings program. Go here to find great recipes made with simple ingredients including Hellmann's Mayonnaise. There are also video demonstrations from Bobby Flay that showcase stand-out Holiday dishes. There is even a $1.00 printable coupon for Hellmann's Mayonnaise! While you are there make sure and enter to win FREE groceries for a year and play the Real Food Match-Up Game.
Do you need some help with your Christmas shopping this year? Would you like to win a $25.00 American Express Gift Card? I will be giving away a $25.00 American Express Gift Card away to one of my lucky readers courtesy of the Hellmann's Real Holiday Helpings Program.
Here is how to enter to win the $25.00 American Express Gift Card:
- Leave a comment (include a valid contact e-mail) and tell us how you simplify your Holiday meals.
- Subscribe to this blog as a follower, by e-mail or through a reader and leave a separate comment. It counts if you already follow or subscribe.
- Post about this give away on your blog and leave a separate comment with a link to your post. Your blog must be family friendly.
This Give-Away is open to US Residents only. All entries will be verified and a valid e-mail address and/or contact information must be provided. All entries without valid contact information are considered invalid and will be deleted. Entries with inappropriate content and/or advertisements will also be deleted. All entries must be received by midnight CST on Sunday 12/13/2009. One winner will be randomly selected and notified by e-mail.
In return for promoting the Hellmann's Real Holiday Helpings program I received a $25 American Express Gift Card courtesy of Hellmann's Mayonnaise and Mom Select.
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I simplify holiday meals by not making things from scratch...store-bought apple pie is going to taste almost as good as home-made and it saves me a lot of time.
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I simplify by making what I can in the weeks ahead of time and freezing it until I need it.
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I love to prep dishes ahead of time.
ReplyDeleteI try to make things ahead of time and freeze things. Plus I let people bring what they like to share!
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I simplify by planning.....just about all parts of the holidays......from meals to gifts to gatherings. Preparation makes all the difference!
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I simplify by using a lot of boxed stuff its good and simple!
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to simplify my holiday meals, I write everything down that needs to be done and prioritize items. I find that if I have things written down, my day/meal/life goes so much easier. I'm not stresing out at the last minute or running to the store trying to find something I need.
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I simplify by planning ahead and trying to do as much as I can the weeks leading up to the big holidays, that way I'm not in a hurry when the time comes.
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I make a list of things that need to be done each week before Christmas and I prepare as much of the food as possible ahead of time.
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I plan a flexible December menu and then pre-cook and pre-prep and freeze as much as I can so that I can throw supper together very easy.
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Only have about 3 dishes!
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I simplify by using quick prepared foods.
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I try planning ahead . . . and freezing stuff. Sometimes I execute my plan . . sometimes not. But I find that Christmas comes no matter what!
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I try buying items in November and early December so I don't have to rush and buy right before Christmas.
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You can simplify the holiday meal by asking others to bring drinks or desserts or a side dish.
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I simplify holiday meals by having each member of the family chip in and bring a dish of their own!
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We stopped doing the "traditonal" and made up our own- Pizza for Christmas dinner with rootbeer floats! Easy, even made from scratch, and so yummy no one ever complains!
ReplyDeleteFor Thanksgiving, we skipped the steps and do Hot Turkey Sandwhiches, Veggie tray, and a few side goodies. If we get the hankering for other traditional things, we just spread them out over that long weekend, different things on different days, and it works just fine, and we're never over stuffed!
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ReplyDeleteI simplify by planning ahead...and going to my parents for major holiday meals! :)
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ReplyDeletei pre-cook as much as i can ahead of time!
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I simplify by having the whole family pitch in. Everyone helps from the youngest who mixes the ranch dip with sour cream and places the carrots and cherry tomatoes in the appetizer tray to the older ones who help sort through recipes and make things like homemade cranberry sauce. The holidays are supposed to be about togetherness.
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I try to shop early and plan for a simple brunch.
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I try not to make too many different foods.
ReplyDeleteI let the grocery store take more of my money to do more of the work--pre-cut veggies, bagged shredded bread for stuffing, etc.
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To be honest, I'm newly married and don't have to simplify holiday meals just yet. (we're still doing all the traveling to in-laws/my family) That being said, we would LOVE the opportunity for this gift card!
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We do pot-luck meals when possible -- or eat at my parents house to really keep things simple!
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I prebake alot of the desserts and appetizers a couple of days before.
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I make things that are tasty, but easy to prepare.
ReplyDeleteI buy things pre-made. For example, appetizers are something simple and easy: fruit, cheese, and crackers.
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I simplify by ordering some from the grocery store! scg00387 at yahoo dot com
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I simplify by preparing things ahead of time if I can.
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ReplyDeleteI simplify by using the crockpot more during the holidays.
ReplyDeleteI make ahead of time and freeze. I've gotten good at assembling things weeks before and just cooking that day.
ReplyDeleteThis is a GOOD gieaway!! I simplify my holidays but baking AHEAD of time. Dont try to put everything into one day. Make a plan & stick to it!!!
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I simplify my holiday meals by making lots and lots of cookies ahead of time, freezing them, and always having those available for desserts and treats throughout the season.
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I simplify holiday meals by not hesitating to ask family to help, and also by making as much as possible ahead of time and freezing it!
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I eat at my gran's on the holidays.... but we all help clean up.
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We simplify our Christmas dinner with a huge family potluck! Thanks so much for the offer!!
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I simplify my Holiday meals by precooking and plan ahead.
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I simplify buy having peoplehelp cool Trinagym@aol.com
ReplyDeleteI try and make many things ahead of time and then freeze them. I also use a combination of food from scratch and some convenience foods. steveandlaurie(at)att(dot)net
ReplyDeleteI try to make meals ahead of time as well. I also try and make bulk meals (multiples) that way I spend less time cooking and more time enjoying the holiday.
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I simplify by making large batches & freezing for later use- not necessarily a full meal, but I'll cook up 5 lbs of hamburger at once, and split up for tacos, spaghetti, whatever. Then freeze & defrost/season as needed.
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I simplify by making a list and taking shortcuts where possible(boxed or premade) and I make ahead things that can be re-heated.
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I simplify holidays meals with lots of menu planning and list making--the last thing I want is to be running into a busy grocery store any more than I have to. Thanks for the chance to win :)
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I simply my holiday meals by planning ahead. I use coupons for most everything I buy. And make what I can ahead of time.
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make lots and then have leftovers for lunch
ReplyDeleteI simplify my holiday meals by choosing the most 4 and 5 ingrediat recipies and I also use mined garlic for everything when calls for garlic one less step :)
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Using store-bought ingredients for home-cooked meals, hehe.
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We simplify by doing family potlucks. :)
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I plan ahead for holiday meals by making lists and checking the cabinets before heading out for the store.
ReplyDeleteI try to make things simpler by making as much of my holiday meal ahead of time. I do the same with desserts ~ just make and freeze what I can to free up my time on the big day.
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I simplify by making as many things as possible before the actual event. I also set the table ahead and cover it with a large table cloth to keep it all clean.
ReplyDeleteI simplify by making as many things as possilbe 1-2 days ahead. All casseroles, desserts and appetizers are assembled at least 1 day prior to the holiday meal.
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I planned ahead and froze meals for the week leading up to christmas, more time to spend doing holiday actvities that way :)
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I try to make as many things ahead of time as possible. This keeps the last minute from being so stressful.
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I simplify by trying to make ahead as much as I can.
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In my family we simplify the meals by having everyone bring something. That way no one person is overwhelmed with cooking everything.
ReplyDeleteWe simplify by all making one dish! That way no one does all the work.
ReplyDeleteI simplify by having the whole family help with the cooking! It takes the burden off me and it's fun!
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We simplify by cooking elements ahead - for instance, buy a 5-lb chub of ground beef, cook it all at once, and then freeze it in one-pound increments. We do this all year. We also have two or three cookie baking nights where we bake several different kinds of cookies - it ends up being faster and easier that way.
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I simplify my holiday meals by making it a whole family event. All the ladies sit down about 2 weeks before, plan the menus, and delegate who is cooking what. Makes it sooooo easy and less time consuming.
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I simplify by having my family help as much as possible!
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I always try to prepare as much as I can the night before. Set the table, make the tea, cut and prepare the vegtables, make the mashed potatoes, then all you have to do is heat them up.
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I try to make as much ahead of time as possible, and I mix a few tried-and-true recipes with a few new ones so it's not too complicated!
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I simplify by doing as much prep as possible before the big day. I also don't get too overboard with the menu.
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I simplify holiday meals by making lots and lots of Christmas cookies ahead of time and freezing them! Thanks :-)
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I do alot of my baking all through the week and try to do as little as possible the day of Christmas! There are some great tips here, thank you for entering me!
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i do as much prep work the days before as possible!
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I simplify my December weekday meals with my easiest meals (spaghetti, soup, toasted sandwiches, anything stashed in the freezer, etc). The less stressed I am, the happier everyone else is!
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We are making our meal simple this Christmas by buying ahead, and making sure we have all we need ahead of time.
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I simplify by starting out with a totally clean kitchen, and cleaning as I use pots and dishes, so there is not one big mess to clean at the end.
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For me, it is essential to plan ahead and assign my guests something simple to bring.
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i buy certain things already made and some i make from scratch so its saves time. cottncndydreams(at)aol(dot)com
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ReplyDeleteThe best way to simplify your holiday meals is NOT be the best cook in the family. My sister is a fabulous cook & we almost always have holidays at her house. I make a few pies, a couple batches of cookies, and go home with leftovers. {Hopefully, she won't see this, but if she does: I Love you}
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I simplify my Holiday meals by planning and making things ahead of time. It also helps to split the cooking with family members, so no one person has to cook everything.
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