Inexpensive Wedding Reception Buffet Ideas
Buffets are a common way to serve food at a wedding reception. They allow guests to choose the food they want to eat, and provide multiple options for everyone to try. However, having a buffet catered can cost a lot of money, especially if you are planning on have a large reception. Some buffet options can be ordered inexpensively, and save you a lot of money on your catering costs on your special day.
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Chicken
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Chicken is the least expensive meat option for a buffet style reception. Beef, pork, and seafood entrees will run your catering costs high, while grilled or marinated chicken will keep them relatively low.
Pasta
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Like chicken, pasta is a cheaper entree option than beef or fish. Spaghetti, alfredo and ravioli are all filling pastas, so your guests will not go hungry.
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Home-style Sides
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Choosing to serve home-style sides can save you a lot of money on your catering costs, or can be purchased in bulk if you are preparing the food yourself. Macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, macaroni salad and grilled corn on the cob are all examples of home-styles sides that are inexpensive to prepare and serve. Other options include buttered green beans, cinnamon apples and cheese asparagus.
Simple Salads
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A simple dinner salad is less expensive than a gourmet salad filled with fruit and nuts. Choosing to serve an iceberg lettuce salad with tomatoes, cucumbers and croutons is an inexpensive option to add to your reception buffet.
Loaves of Bread
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Loaves of French or Italian bread are less expensive than individual dinner rolls. You can inexpensively have several large loaves of each bread available pre-sliced on the reception table for guests to grab with their meals.
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