Trying to have a house warming, need food ideas because i don’t know how to cook

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  • xFunctionalStrengthx
    xFunctionalStrengthx Posts: 4,928 Member
    dniania wrote: »
    BZAH10 wrote: »
    How many people are you expecting? What time of day?

    Given that you said you can't cook, I'd go with the prepared deli trays from the grocery store and vegetable and fruit platters, although they are kind of pricey so it depends on how much food you'll need.

    About 40-50 it’s going to be around 6 pm

    Yikes! That's a decent turnout, so might be more than a little expensive.

    Some ideas:

    Buy whole fruit, and cut it yourself. Things like cantaloupe, watermelon, grapes, pineapple, apples, oranges, etc. They can get a little expensive. But, it can be almost three times as much to pay someone to do it.

    Mini-dill pickles, olives, cherry tomatoes, celery, broccoli, cauliflower, various colours of bell peppers. Always buy fresh if you can and cut your own.

    Various dips such as the mentioned buffalo chicken dip. You can also do spinach dip &/or ranch made from packets. usually a little less expensive than premade. Something I like, but don't do much anymore, is chili cheese dip. Buy 2-3 cans of chili, and a block of Velveeta cheese. Cut the Velveeta into small 1x1 cubes or slices so it melts evenly and mix in the chili. Then, either put in crockpot, or microwave it.

    Taco bar is a good idea. Simple and basic.

    BBQ meatballs or mini-hotdogs




    There's a lot of simple ideas for foods out there. the problems is that it can get really expensive, and many times food choices aren't always the best if trying to be reasonably healthy.
  • RoxieDawn
    RoxieDawn Posts: 15,488 Member
    Where is mom when you need her?
  • TheRoadDog
    TheRoadDog Posts: 11,788 Member
    40 to 50 people and you don't know how to cook?

    I recommend a caterer.
  • funjen1972
    funjen1972 Posts: 949 Member
    Throw a couple of pork shoulders in a giant crock pot or cooker about 16 hours before your event. Add some liquid...like beer! And favorite seasonings. Forget about it.

    Serve with your favorite purchased buns/rolls and sides. I would do a savory deli salad, veggie tray and some fruit. Buy a few of the giant brownie trays or cheese cakes from a bulk store for dessert.

    You can add as you wish...more sides, dessert toppings (cheesecake bar!), sandwich condiments, dips, etc..

    What time should I be there?
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  • dniania
    dniania Posts: 251 Member
    dniania wrote: »
    BZAH10 wrote: »
    How many people are you expecting? What time of day?

    Given that you said you can't cook, I'd go with the prepared deli trays from the grocery store and vegetable and fruit platters, although they are kind of pricey so it depends on how much food you'll need.

    About 40-50 it’s going to be around 6 pm

    Yikes! That's a decent turnout, so might be more than a little expensive.

    Some ideas:

    Buy whole fruit, and cut it yourself. Things like cantaloupe, watermelon, grapes, pineapple, apples, oranges, etc. They can get a little expensive. But, it can be almost three times as much to pay someone to do it.

    Mini-dill pickles, olives, cherry tomatoes, celery, broccoli, cauliflower, various colours of bell peppers. Always buy fresh if you can and cut your own.

    Various dips such as the mentioned buffalo chicken dip. You can also do spinach dip &/or ranch made from packets. usually a little less expensive than premade. Something I like, but don't do much anymore, is chili cheese dip. Buy 2-3 cans of chili, and a block of Velveeta cheese. Cut the Velveeta into small 1x1 cubes or slices so it melts evenly and mix in the chili. Then, either put in crockpot, or microwave it.

    Taco bar is a good idea. Simple and basic.

    BBQ meatballs or mini-hotdogs




    There's a lot of simple ideas for foods out there. the problems is that it can get really expensive, and many times food choices aren't always the best if trying to be reasonably healthy.

    I threw healthy out the window 😂🤦🏼‍♀️ lol
  • dniania
    dniania Posts: 251 Member
    So you finally moved out? Did you wait for furniture or decide against that?

    I purchased a nice bed from Wayfair , that’s it lol
  • dniania
    dniania Posts: 251 Member
    I bought 3 Costco pizza pies and a huge platter of fried rice and fried noodles, and about 300 dumplings. merican's happy. Asians happy.

    assorted chips and cookies as well

    Thanks chips and cookies are cheap lol
  • rickiimarieee
    rickiimarieee Posts: 2,212 Member
    Buffalo chicken dip is super easy to make and people love it! Or make a refried bean dip also super easy and super popular! Hot dogs maybe
  • rickiimarieee
    rickiimarieee Posts: 2,212 Member
    LMNOP55 wrote: »
    @Mazda_Mx5 wrote: »
    Tell everyone to bring something .
    If 40 or 50 people are coming.
    Good heavens I don't think I would have that many people show up at my funeral !

    Let's test that theory.

    This weekend.


    Don't lock your doors.

    This actually made me laugh out loud
  • dniania
    dniania Posts: 251 Member
    funjen1972 wrote: »
    Throw a couple of pork shoulders in a giant crock pot or cooker about 16 hours before your event. Add some liquid...like beer! And favorite seasonings. Forget about it.

    Serve with your favorite purchased buns/rolls and sides. I would do a savory deli salad, veggie tray and some fruit. Buy a few of the giant brownie trays or cheese cakes from a bulk store for dessert.

    You can add as you wish...more sides, dessert toppings (cheesecake bar!), sandwich condiments, dips, etc..

    What time should I be there?

    6 pm August 17th (:
  • rickiimarieee
    rickiimarieee Posts: 2,212 Member
    Make spaghetti or look up creamy garlic penne! Both super easy to cook and delicious
  • dniania
    dniania Posts: 251 Member
    RoxieDawn wrote: »
    Where is mom when you need her?

    Sleeping
  • dniania
    dniania Posts: 251 Member
    TheRoadDog wrote: »
    40 to 50 people and you don't know how to cook?

    I recommend a caterer.

    I can cook but , not that well lol i can cook pasta good that’s about it !
  • dniania
    dniania Posts: 251 Member
    Thanks everyone , now for entertainment ? Lol any ideas lmao
  • funjen1972
    funjen1972 Posts: 949 Member
    dniania wrote: »
    Thanks everyone , now for entertainment ? Lol any ideas lmao

    Just start reading from the MFP chit chat forum!