This tried-and-true trick works for main courses and sides.

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Thestress of the holiday seasonis real, and Ina Garten is here to help.

That usually worked out pretty well.

Ina Garten on Tuesday, November 22, 2022

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Exactly what you cook (and the number of sides you have) is completely up to you.

And then, personally, I would double it just to ensure we had enough food, she joked.

No, no, Im not recommending you do that!

In the worst case scenario, you’ll have some scrumptiousleftoversto enjoy.

Its fromBarefoot Contessa Parties, she shared, calling out her cookbook with the recipes for these go-to dishes.

It’s a rack of lamb and orzo with roasted vegetables.

According to Garten, this trio of dishes works for several reasons.