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birthday surprise party
Angel
01/15/15
I'm planning a surprise party for my husband on his 40th birthday & wanted to do some of his favorite foods. How are the amounts below for dinner time party for about 20 people? Also, thoughts on menu?Thanks so much!

Mini Reubens - 40
Broccoli cheese bites - 40
Deviled eggs - 36
Ham -15lbs
Rice - 5 cups before cooked
Cole slaw- not sure how much?
Loaded mashed potatoes - 15lbs potatoes?
Oatmeal raisin cookies - 40
3 cherry cheesecakes

Thanks for the help!

Angel
01/15/15
I thought about doing something with steak as well to have another meat but not sure what would be best for 20 people. Any help would be appreciated!
ellen
01/16/15
You have plenty of food without the steak! I am suggesting tweaks on amounts. You will still have leftovers.

Mini Reubens - 40- plenty
Broccoli cheese bites - 40- plenty
Deviled eggs - 36- only need 2 dozen eggs

Ham -15 lbs- 10 pounds plenty
Rice - 5 cups before cooked- ok
Cole slaw- not sure how much? 3 quarts to 1 gallon
Loaded mashed potatoes - 15lbs potatoes? with rice, 8-10 plenty
I would add a colorful veg- 5 pounds- fiesta corn casserole, broiled tomato halves, California medley, mixed roasted veg, etc

Oatmeal raisin cookies - 40- plenty
3 cherry cheesecakes- plenty

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Angel
01/16/15
Thanks so much for all the help!
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