Not everyone is a fan of the potluck party. For some this increasingly common holiday tradition is nothing more than the threat of three pasta salads and five green bean casseroles. Here is one vote to return to the old division of labor between host and guest.

It seems that no matter how hard we try to stay within our budget during the holiday season, we always end up spending more than we plan to: especially when it comes to entertaining. But your holiday food bill is an easy place to save a few bucks and still serve delicious foods.

When hosting or attending a potluck get together this holiday season, don’t show up with the same old cheese or vegetable platter that you bring every year. This year make your dish the life of the party, without going over budget.

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