Thermometer! Always a thermometer! Not even meats, it's great for breads, and also temping oil for deep frying.

This year, my family decided on a big get together. I have no idea who all is coming.

My plan is to start Wednesday with cranberry sauce so it has time to sit in the fridge overnight.

Thursday morning I have it all planned out...

2 loaves of banana bread (350°)
Scalloped potatoes (350°)
3 loaves of bread, white, medium wheat, dark wheat (425° oven, internal to 180°)
Sweet potatoes with toasted pecan topping. (stovetop +450° in the oven for toasting).

If I start by 10:00 it should all be done by 4:00 which gives me time to clean up, pack up, and get to the house.