How to plan, prep & party like a pro - eat right News

Shape, Nov, 2003 by Denise Castanon

The six longtime friends who wrote The Cooking Club Party Cookbook (Villard, 2003) walk you through everything you need to do to turn a meal into a real celebration that you'll enjoy as much as your guests will. With a range of menus for any occasion, from Chinese New Year to a karaoke bachelorette party, novice hostesses won't have to worry about finding dishes that complement one another.

Reading about these pals' parties will inspire you to treat your own friends to recipes like the one below for an unusual, quick-to-prepare holiday stuffing.