Thanksgiving Dinner

Mrs. Adelfio needs to know what time to get started to make sure Thanksgiving Dinner is ready at 6:30 p.m.

Mrs. Adelfio is having a big Thanksgiving Dinner. She is planning to have her guests sit down to eat at 6:30 p.m.

Here is her menu and how long each item will take to prepare. Can you create a schedule for Thanksgiving Day that will help her get everything ready to serve at 6:30?

24 pound Turkey roast for 20 minutes per pound Cool before carving for 30 minutes.    
Mashed Potatoes 20 min. to peel and cut potatoes 30 min. to boil 10 min. to mash  
Fresh green beans 5 minutes to wash 15 minutes to trim Steam for 10 min.  
Dinner Rolls 1 hour to mix/knead Rise for 1 hour Shape/rise for 1 hour bake for 30 min.
Gravy Collect juices, heat for 10 minutes Cook for 10 minutes    

Her friends and family will supply the cranberry sauce and pies.

What time should she start each item?

Create a schedule so that the whole dinner is on the table at 6:30 p.m.

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