GelPro is all about making things easier and more comfortable around the home. Since the most wonderful time of the year can easily become the most hectic, our team has put together some handy tips for getting you through the holidays!

Start every party with an empty dishwasher & an empty trashcan!

It’s easy to forget the little things that can make entertaining less hectic during the holidays. Be sure your trash cans are empty before the guests arrive.

This keeps you and others from being interrupted with this chore during the party. Having an empty dishwasher ready to go makes clean up a breeze after the guests leave.

How to Make the Perfect Pie Crust:

1) Try using half butter & half shortening (versus 100% butter or shortening) for perfect texture & flavor.

2) Make sure the crust is completely chilled before you fill it.

3) Poke several holes in the bottom & up the sides of the pie crust with a fork before baking. This helps reduce bubbling that can occur during baking.

4) Be sure your dough is cold when you put it into your pie pan. Cold dough keeps your crust from shrinking or sinking down as it bakes.

5) Bake your pie on the lower rack of your oven to prevent the bottom crust from being soggy and to protect the crust edges from becoming too brown.

Check out this handy size chart for assistance on selecting the perfect GelPro Elite Mat for your hard-working host.

How to Make a Party-Perfect Charcuterie Board

1) Include different varieties of aged meat & cheese with mild, medium & bold flavors

2) Always include savory & sweet items such as chocolate, honey or dried fruit

3) Include small dishes filled with olives & nuts

4) Scatter seasonal fruit such as figs, berries & apples

5) Include a few spreads such as jam, mustard or hummus for added flavor

6) Crackers & breads keep the board hearty while adding texture

7) Add briny items such as pickles and olives that pair well with meat and cheese

How to Make the Tastiest Turkey

1) Brine it! No one likes a dry turkey. Impress your guests by keeping your turkey moist and flavorful! We suggest adding a mixture of water, brown sugar, salt, apple cider, and garlic for a sweet and savory edge.

2) Stuff your turkey with aromatics or flavorful vegetables. We know…why call it stuffing when it isn’t stuffed in the turkey? Using turkey stuffing could potentially dry out your meat or lead to bacteria growth, so we suggest using herbs or vegetables such as onions, rosemary, sage, or other aromatics instead.

3) Give it a butter bath. A butter bath doesn’t sound so appealing, but trust us, coating your turkey on the surface and under the skin makes for a meal you’ll remember. As an alternative to butter, try using oil.

4) Utilize a meat thermometer. A turkey is a large bird to put in an oven, so you’ll want to make sure that it’s cooked thoroughly to perfection. Cooking times can vary based on your oven and turkey size, so use a meat thermometer to make sure it’s at a temperature of 170-180 degrees.

How to Set Up a Gift Wrapping Station:

Consider setting up a designated area to make gift wrapping easier. This will prevent wasted time hunting for scissors and tape! Here are several handy tips to creating a well-organized space for wrapping:

1) Find a space in your home that you can designate for gift wrapping. This could be a counter in a laundry or craft room or a space in your home that isn’t frequently occupied

2) Be sure to place a GelPro Comfort Mat in front of this space to protect your feet, legs and back while standing.

3) Wrapping gifts as you buy them prevents you from getting in a wrapping time crunch.

4) Stock up on tape, ribbon, and gift tags, and keep them in labeled containers under a bed or in a closet.

5) Organize wrapping paper in an organizer or a long plastic bin. Use a rubber band to keep the paper from unwinding from the roll.

6) Place a trash can nearby for easy clean up.

GelPro is all about making things easier and more comfortable around the home. Since the most wonderful time of the year can easily become the most hectic, our team has put together some handy tips for getting you through the holidays!

Start every party with a clean dishwasher & an empty trashcan!

It’s easy to forget the little things that can make entertaining less hectic during the holidays. Be sure your trash cans are empty before the guests arrive.

This keeps you and others from being interrupted with this chore during the party. Having an empty dishwasher ready to go makes clean up a breeze after the guests leave.

How to Make the Perfect Pie Crust:

1) Try using half butter & half shortening (versus 100% butter or shortening) for perfect texture & flavor.

2) Make sure the crust is completely chilled before you fill it.

3) Poke several holes in the bottom & up the sides of the pie crust with a fork before baking. This helps reduce bubbling that can occur during baking.

4) Be sure your dough is cold when you put it into your pie pan. Cold dough keeps your crust from shrinking or sinking down as it bakes.

5) Bake your pie on the lower rack of your oven to prevent the bottom crust from being soggy and to protect the crust edges from becoming too brown.

Check out this handy size chart for assistance on selecting the perfect GelPro Elite Mat for your hard-working host.

How to Make a Party-Perfect Charcuterie Board

1) Include different varieties of aged meat & cheese with mild, medium & bold flavors

2) Always include savory & sweet items such as chocolate, honey or dried fruit

3) Include small dishes filled with olives & nuts

4) Scatter seasonal fruit such as figs, berries & apples

5) Include a few spreads such as jam, mustard or hummus for added flavor

6) Crackers & breads keep the board hearty while adding texture

7) Add briny items such as pickles and olives that pair well with meat and cheese

How to Make the Tastiest Turkey

1) Brine it! No one likes a dry turkey. Impress your guests by keeping your turkey moist and flavorful! We suggest adding a mixture of water, brown sugar, salt, apple cider, and garlic for a sweet and savory edge.

2) Stuff your turkey with aromatics or flavorful vegetables. We know…why call it stuffing when it isn’t stuffed in the turkey? Using turkey stuffing could potentially dry out your meat or lead to bacteria growth, so we suggest using herbs or vegetables such as onions, rosemary, sage, or other aromatics instead.

3) Give it a butter bath. A butter bath doesn’t sound so appealing, but trust us, coating your turkey on the surface and under the skin makes for a meal you’ll remember. As an alternative to butter, try using oil.

4) Utilize a meat thermometer. A turkey is a large bird to put in an oven, so you’ll want to make sure that it’s cooked thoroughly to perfection. Cooking times can vary based on your oven and turkey size, so use a meat thermometer to make sure it’s at a temperature of 170-180 degrees.

How to Set Up a Gift Wrapping Station:

Consider setting up a designated area to make gift wrapping easier. This will prevent wasted time hunting for scissors and tape! Here are several handy tips to creating a well-organized space for wrapping:

1) Find a space in your home that you can designate for gift wrapping. This could be a counter in a laundry or craft room or a space in your home that isn’t frequently occupied

2) Be sure to place a GelPro Comfort Mat in front of this space to protect your feet, legs and back while standing.

3) Wrapping gifts as you buy them prevents you from getting in a wrapping time crunch.

4) Stock up on tape, ribbon, and gift tags, and keep them in labeled containers under a bed or in a closet.

5) Organize wrapping paper in an organizer or a long plastic bin. Use a rubber band to keep the paper from unwinding from the roll.

6) Place a trash can nearby for easy clean up.