When it comes to planning a wedding, the food can be the most costly part of it. You're fortunate if you can get food for your guests for less than $50 a person. You have some choices if you're on a budget.

Do you invite fewer people, or not feed them? How about this: Why not find some wedding recipes so that you can make your own reception food?

There are lots of benefits to making your own wedding food. You have more control over the cost, first of all. You also have more control over ingredients. When you make your own food and choose the ingredients, you can guarantee that all the reception food fits all the dietary guidelines of your choosing.

But you'll need plenty of time to plan ahead, because your wedding day is going to be busy. Be sure to test all the recipes first. You also want to choose recipes that can stay fresh in the fridge for a few days, or freeze well.

Involve your friends and family. Many of them will probably be happy to devote a few days to helping you with the big day by helping you make some wedding recipes-- if you give them plenty of notice.

Deciding on which recipes to make and serve to your guests could be the hardest part. There are thousands of possibilities. Peruse cookbooks at the book store, and perhaps buy a couple that each have several good ideas.

Don't neglect to search the internet, which could be your best resource. There are dozens of recipe sites out there that have thousands of recipes. A few hours' research could result in the perfect menu!

Some things to consider serving at your reception are tea sandwiches (cucumber & cream cheese, carrot, pimento, etc.), skewered meats with elegant sauces, dips with wedges of pita bread, crackers with smoked salmon, potato skins with out-of-the ordinary toppings, etc.

It's important to find wedding recipes that are both tasty and not your typical Saturday night party fare. You want to serve food that will stand out in the memories of both you and your guests.

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