No matter how you usually observe Passover, one thing that has resulted from quarantining is that many people have no choice but to become first-time hosts, even if it's just for one or two people. As the resident cook in my family, I’m going to help my relatives plan seder foods that match their abilities and preferences. That means finding an easy, mostly meat-free menu for my vegetarian sister and her carnivore husband, a make-ahead option that my parents can prepare and eat for a couple days afterwards, and scaled-down versions of traditional dishes for other family members who are cooking for one.
If you’re in the position of being a first-time host, here are some simple recipes that will help you make it a holiday to remember.