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First time cooking for 6..help!?

I'm a horrible cook. But tonight we've invited 2 couples over from work. I thought we'd make it pot luck, but it's too late now. Three are vegetarians so I'm making a vegetarian lasagna. I'm going to put peas, corns and tofu in it. I need ideas for side dishes that would compliment this and I guess appetizers as well?. What else do I need to make sure I have on hand? I've never entertained before.

Lasagna is pretty much a whole meal, so you don't need a side dish more than a salad and some bread. I would not do peas and corn, I would do thinly sliced zucchini and spinach instead. Bruschetta is a great idea. Caesar salad would be awesome too if you could find dressing without anchovies.

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