By now, plans are likely set. You can toss a bag of frozen peas into the oil just when it’s nearly done, and give it a good stir. (See our list of restaurant openings, page XX). To prevent overbrowning, foil may also be placed over the turkey after it reaches the desired color. Did I mention that we had leftovers? I dropped by the market last week to chat with him about last-minute Thanksgiving emergencies and planning whatever holiday feasts you might be scheduled to host in December.
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Many families across Lancaster, Depew and Western New York will celebrate Thanksgiving this week by sharing a rather large meal. “You want white bread or this whole-wheat?”
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Thawing a frozen turkey takes time.
No, she said, I have to do something seasonably appropriate.
The market also keeps a good supply of prepared salads and sides. A lot of turkeys come with that little red thing that pops up when it’s “done”. Cover and cook until the rice is tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
Taking the wishbone out before roasting the turkey makes carving a cinch.
I no longer have those wonderful women in my life, but I will have the memories of spending those hours and days with them until I, too, am gone.
Sometimes a little creativity can make the next day’s meal even better. I hope very much to be creating the same sort of memories for them. It would ruin Christmas.
Leftover safety is the final key to a safe Thanksgiving. Thawing at room temperature increases the risk of bacteria growth at the surface of the meat even though the interior may still be chilled.
Hot food should not be put directly into the refrigerator because it may warm the refrigerator above 40 degrees, where harmful microorganisms can flourish.
If you forgot, you can still thaw it in cold water though, which takes about 30 minutes per pound. The turkey will carve more easily.
Thawing turkeys must be kept at a safe temperature. You can freeze the stock for later or add egg noodles and enjoy the best-flavored turkey noodle soup you’ve ever tasted.
Raw or undercooked turkey or other meats can contain campylobacter, salmonella or E.coli bacteria that cause diarrhea and other health problems.
Before reaching for turkey and potatoes, fill two-thirds of your plate with vegetables of all colors. Press mixture onto the bottom and 1 inch up the sides of a 9-inch spring form pan with 2 ¾-inch sides.
In our view, it’s likely that pumpkin pie’s popularity persists, in part, because overall it’s a pretty flexible dessert item that can more or less be used as a vehicle to consume ice cream or whipped cream.
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Gravy should be reheated to a boil and leftovers should be reheated to 165° F before eating. When in doubt, throw it out.
