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Cooking for 8 people tomorrow — half are kids, half are adults. What's a low-stress meal that doesn't look like I cheated?
Hosting a last-minute family dinner tomorrow. 8 people total: 4 adults (normal eaters), 4 kids (ages 4-9, picky). I want something that:
- Can be mostly prepped ahead
- Doesn't require me to be in the kitchen the whole time
- Looks impressive enough that I don't look lazy
- Kids will actually eat it
I have a Dutch oven, sheet pans, and basic pantry stuff. No dietary restrictions. Budget around $40. What would YOU make?
u/Consistent-Quail-582 — 23 hours ago