There’s only one way to ensure a stress-free Thanksgiving, and that's planning! I’m sharing my Thanksgiving checklist to make sure your holiday goes off without a hitch. Here's my day by day tried and true plan that can be started up to one week before the big day!

1 Week Before:

• Make a guest list and send invites with time/date/attire
• Write down menu as well as groceries you'll need
• Inform guests what you would like them to bring

3-4 Days Before:

• Clean your house
• Decorate table with seasonal décor
• Defrost turkey

2 Days Before:

• Begin to prep ingredients (dice chop, etc.)
• Bake cakes/pies

1 Day Before:

• Prepare any side dishes that can be made ahead of time (you can make the dishes all the way up to the baking point- and bake Thanksgiving day)
• Set the table

Thanksgiving Day:

• Place turkey in oven (allow 45 minutes-1 hour extra time for cooking just in case it isn't finished when you planned)
• Get ready for the day
• Cook/warm side dishes
• Make gravy
• Set out appetizers
• Serve dishes family style and enjoy family and friends!

Hope this checklist helps you plan ahead so you can kick back and enjoy the feast! xo Katie