"Janet Wilder" > wrote in message
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> ChattyCathy wrote:
>> http://www.recfoodcooking.com
>
> I think timing is rather critical for a dinner party. If I am going
> through the trouble to create a nice table and cook some of my specialty
> dishes, I am going to be allocating my time pretty carefully. I usually
> have a schedule so that everything comes together at the right time. The
> meat gets to rest before carving, the bread is fresh, the salad crisp,
> etc. Even half an hour either way can change the outcome.
>
> Because I know how critical timing is to the preparation of a great meal,
> I am sensitive to the timing of those who are inviting me to their table.
>

You need to realize that many here place the emphasis on "party"... the
dinner part is insignificant... and you don't need any stinkin' timing for a
trough of mac n' cheese and a tub of tuna 'shroom soup caserole.