I know this should be a simple "buy less" and I am generally a frugal-minded, concious shopper. I hate food waste and try my best to avoid it. All our left-overs will get eaten and we will graze through all the goodies but the management of this stresses me out. Every year I say I will try and manage the quantities better and every year I fail! So looking for tips from those of you who manage it. I cooked for 7 and did 5 small roasts each, still loads left! A carrot each, still loads left, 2 turkey joints (to serve 4 each) definitely more than one portion left.
So those of you who are experts at hosting and with minimal left at the end of your festive time, please post your quantity/general tips here.