What Do You Wish Someone Told You Before Making Pesach for the First Time?

Whatever amount you think you need, buy one more! You think you need one oil? Buy two! Somehow the groceries get depleted lightning fast. Also, disposable pots are a lifesaver — one little burner and a few of those disposable pots were all I needed to make chicken soup, braised meats, or even fish for small meals.
—Rivki Rabinowitz

I’ve never seen my mother stressed out about making Pesach, so some of her attitude rubbed off on me. It’s eight days; we don’t need thirty cakes and ten batches of cookies. Also, I really limit side dishes. I make apple kugel and zucchinimushroom kugel in muffin tins so I can reheat what I need, and the rest is either fresh salads or roasted vegetables.
—Michal Frischman

I follow my mother’s path of being very organized with lots of lists, and to look for fun and creative Pesach utensils. We had some really memorable Pesach dishes when I was growing up, and it was always nostalgic to see them come out of their boxes. Do whatever you can to make the Pesach prep process fun and enjoyable for you and your family, so you’ll create traditions and memories! —Sarah Faygie Berkowitz

Stay organized and focused. Pesach is a privilege and not a burden. Don’t make it into one by doing unnecessary work!
—Brynie Greisman