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A Host’s Guide to Holiday Gatherings

Butcher’s Butter Filet
Mignon Roast Garnish
1/4 cup salted butter
1/4 cup duck fat
1/2 teaspoon fresh
rosemary, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 anchovy filet, minced
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 prepared Omaha Steaks Filet
Mignon Roast
In small saucepan, combine butter, duck
fat, rosemary, thyme, garlic, anchovy
filet and black pepper. Heat on low 3-5
minutes until fragrant. Remove from
heat and serve over Filet Mignon Roast.

FAMILY FEATURES planning to roast a turkey – perhaps the most common centerpiece
earing up for a big crowd at your holiday festivities can – remember it takes around a day to thaw for every two pounds of
provide moments of excitement, stress, fun and plenty of meat. So, for example, it could take close to a week for a 14-pound
other emotions as the big dinner draws near. This year, turkey to fully thaw prior to cooking.
Gavoid any nagging feelings of doubt with this step-by- Prep the day before. There are many tasks (big and small)
step guide to prepare for large gatherings. that can be taken care of the day before guests arrive, making
Plan in advance. Even if you’re typically the last-minute type, the holiday less stressful for hosts. From whipping up simple
the hectic holiday season is no time to wait until a few days ahead appetizers like dips to giving the house a thorough cleaning,
of the celebration to throw meals and more together. Instead, be there’s plenty of pressure that can be taken off your shoulders
sure to put together a guest list and send invites at least a few 24 hours in advance. If you really want to make the big day a
weeks out. Take inventory of supplies like silverware, plates, breeze, consider cooking your main dish, slicing the meat and
serving dishes and any accessories you’d like to feature at the placing it in reheating pans one day prior.
table. Make an outline of the food each guest is bringing, or, if Create a schedule. No matter how far in advance you plan or
you’ll supply all the food, ensure there will be plenty for everyone how much prep you complete prior to the festivities, there will
– don’t forget to take into account special diets or allergies. always be day-of work to be done. With guests coming in and out,
Make a list. Planning only takes you so far if you don’t write it can be helpful to lay out what’s known as a “fire list,” which
everything down. Once the menu is determined, list out what you’ll details times chronologically for when things need done, such as
need to make the magic happen. Don’t forget to jot down easily starting the oven to warm the turkey or simply remembering to lay
overlooked items that can be picked up the day of, such as ice. out dessert following the meal.
Remember to thaw. One surefire way to make the big day Find more holiday hosting tips and meal solutions at
a big disaster is to forget to thaw your main course. If you’re omahasteaks.com.