Christmas dinner sign-up sheet

Christmas dinner is usually one host’s oven and a table full of relatives who want to help. This list keeps the main with the host and spreads the sides, desserts and dishes duty around, so nobody shows up with a third green bean casserole.

A list for 12 people

Change anything before you share it.

Mains

Ham, roast or main dish 1 spot

Sides

Side dish 3 spots
Bread or rolls 1 spot
Salad 1 spot

Desserts

Dessert 2 spots

Drinks and supplies

Drinks 2 spots
Ice 1 spot

Help

Help with dishes after dinner 1 spot

Use this list

Print a paper copy instead

Tips for your Christmas dinner

Decide the main first

Ham, roast beef, turkey or a vegetarian main sets the tone for the sides. Put it on the list under your own name before you share it.

Ask for dishes that travel

Relatives driving an hour need something that holds up in the car and only needs a short reheat.

Count the oven time

Christmas Day ovens are crowded. Ask guests to say whether their dish needs the oven when they arrive, and plan around the main.

Give someone the dishes

A slot for washing up after dinner is the most appreciated job on the list, and teenagers can claim it too.

Common questions

What should guests bring to Christmas dinner?

Sides, rolls, salad, desserts and drinks are the usual requests, while the host cooks the main.

How many sides for 12 people?

About three or four sides plus bread and a salad is plenty for 12, especially with a ham or roast.

Can I use this for Christmas Eve instead?

Yes. Rename the event and change any item before you share it.

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