1 week ahead

make chutney • make and freeze stock, biscuits and pie pastry

2 days ahead

make soup • make creamed onions and mushrooms • make stuffing • make bread pudding

1 day ahead

make celery root and apple puree • bake pie • make salad dressing • wash and dry salad greens

4 hours ahead

make brussels sprouts • make mashed potatoes • roast turkey and make gravy

before serving

bake stuffing • reheat soup, biscuits and side dishes • carve turkey • assemble and toss salad