Heather says: This one is short and sweet: It’s time to throw out the leftovers that didn’t make it into the freezer. On a side note, I bought three fresh turkeys this weekend and am heading back to the store to buy three more, if they are still available. Why? $0.59 a lb should answer … Read more
Heather says: First here’s a table of recipes to use up your Thanksgiving turkey leftovers: Leftover Turkey Recipes Turkey Pot Pie Creamy Turkey and Wild Rice Soup Turkey Bog Enchiladas Turkey Soup Pilau Turkey Salad Jambalaya Leftover Guidelines Turkey should be frozen or used within 2 – 6 days. Frozen cooked turkey should be … Read more
Heather says: Tomorrow’s the big day. Are you ready? Did you follow along with this year’s Countdown to Turkey Day Series? If so, let me know what you thought. I’ll be adding a few more recipes to the site for Christmas and next year. I also want to thank Butterball for giving me the opportunity … Read more
Heather says: Tick. Tock. Your time is running out. However, you’ve been following along with this year’s Countdown to Turkey Day and aren’t stressing, right? Grab your Thanksgiving Shopping List and buy your produce and other perishables. If you went the fresh route, pick up your turkey. If your turkey is thawing, take a moment … Read more
Heather says: Thanksgiving is nearly here, all of the work you’ve done over the past few weeks will help ensure your event runs smoothly. Today it’s time for the Thanksgiving Pantry double check. Do you need to catch up on the entire Countdown to Turkey Day Series? Don’t worry, we’ll be here when you get back. … Read more
Heather says: One week to go, we’re in the home stretch here. For those of you who have been playing along, there’s not that much left to do except cook. Don’t get smug, that draws the attention of the Fates¹. Unless of course your serving ware has been stored for a year and you actually … Read more
Heather says: There are two items on today’s Turkey To-Do List. It’s time to clean out the refrigerator and start making room for the extra produce and the turkey. Get rid of all the science projects, expired food, and condiments that have been open since before Obama took office. Stop feeling guilty, just get rid … Read more
Heather says: It’s time to make your Thanksgiving Day Dinner shopping list. I know that Thanksgiving is almost two weeks away, but this will hopefully give you time to take advantage of some sales and spread the cost over two grocery runs. In many households this makes the expense a little easier to absorb. Unless … Read more
Heather says: How are you serving your meal? Will it be family style with everyone seated around the table or are you setting up a buffet where everyone helps themselves? Now it’s time to take a look at your menu and take an inventory of your serving dishes. Next to each menu item write down … Read more
Heather says: Let’s make sure everyone is on the same page. We’ve found the dining room table, made a guest list (and invited them), we have made a soft menu plan, and if you’ve never even roasted a chicken that’s on the to-do list, right? Also, if you’re anything like me, you may need to … Read more