For years, I’ve been buying the larger packages (3+ pounds) of ground turkey and sausage, because the sale price per unit is so much better than the smaller packages. I would divide the raw meat into 1 pound portions and freeze individually. I’m not sure why it took me so long to figure out that browning […]
READ MORE >>How {NOT} to Carve a Turkey
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How hard can it be to carve a turkey? I found out one Sunday afternoon a few weeks ago when I was preparing for my Turkey Week series. I asked my husband to photograph me while I carved the turkey I had just roasted. There was some mild eye-rolling, but he is generally game to play […]
READ MORE >>Turkey Gravy Recipe
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This recipe serves 4 – 6 people. Adjust the ingredients to make more gravy for a larger crowd. Turkey Gravy Ingredients 3 – 4 tablespoons turkey fat and drippings leftover from your roasting pan 3 tablespoons flour 2 cups turkey stock Instructions 1. In a saute pan, heat the turkey fat over medium heat. 2. Add […]
READ MORE >>Roasted Turkey with Herbs and Lemon
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This is my favorite way to roast turkey. Simple ingredients like garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs create a flavorful turkey and gravy. Enjoy! ** This recipe is based on an almost 13 pound turkey. Modify the ingredients based on the size of your turkey. Roasted Turkey with Herbs and Lemon Ingredients 1 12.75 lb turkey […]
READ MORE >>How to Safely Thaw a Frozen Turkey
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How to Safely Thaw a Frozen Turkey There are two ways to thaw a frozen turkey. 1. Thaw the turkey in the refrigerator. Leave the frozen turkey in its packaging and place in a pan. (Trust me on this. A few years ago, I simply put the frozen turkey in the fridge without placing in a pan. […]
READ MORE >>How Much Turkey Per Person Will I Need?
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How Much Turkey Should You Buy? Are you hosting Thanksgiving dinner? Then you might be wondering just how much turkey you’ll need to feed your family and friends. The USDA recommends 1 pound per person for a fresh or frozen turkey. Happy Planning! My mother is always in charge of the turkey and there are usually […]
READ MORE >>How to Freeze Basil
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I didn’t bother growing basil in my garden this year, because we always receive such large quantities from our CSA. I froze the last batch that we received to use later in the fall and winter when I make a lot of soups and casseroles. It is fairly easy process, but you can’t just put the basil leaves in the […]
READ MORE >>Shop Your Freezer and Pantry | Kitchen Economics
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The next time you make your menu plan and grocery list, instead of glancing through the sales circulars for ideas, challenge yourself to see what’s lurking in your freezer and pantry. While you’re at it, make a list of what you have on hand and try to eat through the list. I found a few […]
READ MORE >>Resolve to Lower Your Grocery Spending
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Did you resolve to lower your grocery expenses in 2012? It can be intimidating to think about, but your grocery bill is one of the easiest expenses to reduce. I started a new weekly series in 2011 called, Kitchen Economics. Every Wednesday, I post a quick tip to help you save money in the kitchen. […]
READ MORE >>9 Cookbook Ideas for the Foodie on Your List
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Are you looking for some gift ideas for the foodie or cook on your gift list? These cookbooks are some of my favorites and are sure to please. 1. Bobby Flay’s Grill It!. During the spring and summer, we grill A LOT. When my grilled chicken kept coming out too dry, I turned to Bobby. […]
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