Do-Ahead Timeline

This timeline shows you how far in advance food preparation for the menu can take place. Following these tips allows maximum time with your guests and minimum fuss.

• Prepare pastry for single-crust pie. Wrap and freeze.
• Bake Almond Biscotti. Cool, wrap well, and freeze.

• Prepare honey-mustard dressing. Cover and refrigerate.

• Thaw piecrust in refrigerator.
• Thaw biscotti at room temperature.

• Dice ham and shred cheese for quiche. Cover and refrigerate.
• Wash and dry greens for salad. Cover and refrigerate.
• Prepare Broccoli-Cauliflower Salad. Cover and refrigerate.
• Prepare Melon and Berries Salad. Cover and refrigerate.

• Prepare sangria. Cover and refrigerate.

• Prepare quiche.

• Toss salad greens with honey-mustard dressing.
• Toss fruit salad with mint and sprinkle with fresh berries.