How to Keep Food Warm for a Party Without Drying It Out
To keep food warm for a party, reheat cooked dishes thoroughly, transfer them to a preheated oven, slow cooker, chafing dish, warming tray, or insulated carrier, and keep the food at 140°F or higher. Use a digital thermometer, cover moist dishes, vent crisp foods, and discard perishables left below 140°F for more than two hours. […]