(BPT) – It’s December. And you know what that means. It’s time to finish that list and check it twice. Nobody is feeling the holiday bustle quite like the host. From buying the gifts to wrapping the gifts, and preparing the food to setting the table, the host is busy making the magic happen.
If you’ve ever fed a crowd, you know this comes with its fair share of stress. Whether it’s the cost or the time it takes to shop, prep and cook, hosts everywhere deserve a round of applause. And maybe a few festive tips for making the moment less stressful and more joy filled.
The traditional holiday meal, available in one click
Skip the stress of meal planning and let someone else do the heavy lifting by purchasing a curated meal basket. At Walmart you can get a meal that serves 12 people for less than $5 per person.
From ham and fan favorite sides like sweet potato and green bean casseroles, to brown-and-serve rolls and pumpkin pie, the basket includes 28 ingredients to pull together a traditional meal and is available in stores or with one simple click on Walmart.com/HolidayMeal through December 31.
Need to check gifts off the list too? You can also gift this meal to friends and family afar, or donate one to your local Salvation Army unit, all in one click on the Walmart website.
Mix and match trendy appetizers
Impress your guests with easy-to-make light bites that are as delicious as they are stylish. The seasonal bettergoods items at Walmart are perfect for your holiday hosting needs. Elevate your holiday table with chef-inspired bites like these:
- Sweet and Spicy Fruit Spreads and Pepper Jellies: Inspired by the flavors and colors of the season, the Fruit Spreads Combo and Pepper Jellies Combo are perfect for gifting or holiday charcuterie. Each pepper jelly is made with real jalapeno or habanero peppers to bring a kick to your holiday meals. ($6.97)
- Comforting Gluten Free Muffin Mixes: Bite into seasonal flavors with gluten free muffin mixes available in Apple Cinnamon, Pumpkin Spice and Gingerbread flavors. ($4.93)
- Delectable Holiday Candy: Deck out the dessert table with Holiday Chocolate Truffles, Peppermint Bark, Sleigh Ride Mix and Luxury Selection Belgian Cookies. Rooted in classic flavors, these treats are sure to be a hit. ($6.82)
Shoppable recipes and simple meal solutionsFor all those weeknight dinners in between the holiday meals, keep it easy and let someone else do the work for you. Walmart curated 25 shoppable recipes on its website to help you make it a Delicious December. From Skillet-Ready Pasta to Leftover Turkey & Ham Monte Cristo, there’s no guesswork and everything you need for each meal is shoppable with one click on Walmart’s website.
With a little preparation and a few simple strategies, it’s easy to host with less stress and more savings, so even the busiest magic makers can find a little more time to enjoy what truly matters — good food, great company and making lasting memories.