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Perfect Graduation Open House Food Table Ideas for 50 Guests Easy and Delicious

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A simple, crowd-pleasing food table recipe designed to feed 50 guests with easy-to-assemble savory bites, fresh veggies, dips, and sweet treats, perfect for graduation celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 50 mini sandwich rolls (soft but sturdy)
  • 4 pounds deli meats (turkey, ham, roast beef, thinly sliced)
  • 3 pounds cheese slices (cheddar, Swiss, provolone)
  • 2 heads leafy lettuce (romaine or butter lettuce)
  • 6 large tomatoes, sliced
  • 2 jars pickles and olives
  • Small jars mayonnaise, mustard, and ranch dressing
  • 3 pounds baby carrots
  • 3 bunches celery sticks
  • 3 pints cherry tomatoes
  • 5 large cucumbers, sliced
  • 3 cups hummus (classic or roasted red pepper recommended)
  • 3 cups ranch dip (store-bought or homemade)
  • 5 dozen assorted cookies (chocolate chip, sugar, oatmeal raisin)
  • 10 pounds fresh fruit platter (pineapple, grapes, strawberries)
  • 3 dozen brownie bites
  • Disposable plates, napkins, and utensils for 50 guests
  • Beverages such as iced tea, lemonade, and sparkling water

Instructions

  1. Prep the Sandwich Components (30 minutes): Slice deli meats and cheeses into thin layers. Wash and dry lettuce leaves and slice tomatoes thinly. Cut the mini rolls horizontally but keep the bottom intact to hold fillings better.
  2. Assemble Mini Sandwiches (45 minutes): Spread mayonnaise, mustard, or ranch dressing on the roll bottoms. Layer meats, cheese, lettuce, and tomato. Cap with the top half of the roll. Arrange sandwiches on large platters, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until serving.
  3. Prepare Veggie Platter (20 minutes): Wash and peel carrots and celery sticks. Slice cucumbers and halve cherry tomatoes. Arrange veggies on a platter in colorful sections. Spoon hummus and ranch dip into small bowls and place in the center.
  4. Fruit Platter Assembly (15 minutes): Wash and cut fruit into bite-sized pieces. Arrange artistically on a large tray, grouping by color and type to make it visually appealing.
  5. Cookie and Brownie Display (15 minutes): Arrange assorted cookies and brownie bites on dessert trays. Optionally sprinkle powdered sugar over brownies shortly before serving.
  6. Set Up the Food Table (30 minutes before guests arrive): Place all platters on the table with serving utensils. Add beverage stations with coolers or pitchers. Place napkins and plates at the start of the line.
  7. Final Touches: Garnish sandwich platters with pickle spears or olives for color and tang. Double-check that dips are replenished and chilled as needed.

Notes

Assemble sandwiches as close to serving time as possible to avoid sogginess. Keep tomatoes and pickles on the side or add just before serving. Prepping veggies and dips a day ahead saves time. Label platters with allergen info. Use gluten-free rolls or plant-based cheeses for dietary adaptations. Keep cold items chilled until serving.

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