Let's Talk Turkey!

[abs27]

I know there are tons of ladies with culinary expertise and I am calling out to all of you. I have been given the honor of hosting Thanksgiving at our house this year and am in the midst of creating a menu. If any of you have any favorite recipes you could offer/suggest, I'd love to see them!

Thanks!

Comments

[arwc]

Here are the recipes for my traditional TDay menu - enjoy!

http://arwc.livejournal.com/28392.html

[abs27]

Thanks so much!

[nitalee127]

Tip: Put everything in microwavable serving dishes so you can easily heat it back up if you make the food ahead of time.

The key to a juicy turkey is lots of basting. I basted mine every 30 mins and the meat fell off the bone.

What sort of recipes were you interested in? Cheesy, fruity?

[abs27]

Great tips! Thanks. The one thing DH requested was that the turkey not be dry so I will definitely be basting my little heart out. I'm interested in all sorts of recipes. All I care about is if it tastes good!

[cablejunkie]

I once used a Martha turkey recipe that called for covering the turkey with a cheesecloth soaked in a combo of olive oil and butter. I didn't need to baste too often and the turkey came out moist and delicious. My SIL makes a very good brined turkey - don't know the exact recipe, but I'm sure you can find a good one easily online

[abs27]

What great recipes! Thanks so much. I went looking for that Martha turkey recipe with the cheesecloth and I think I found it. Looks good so I'm going to give it a try. I've never heard of using cheesecloth, but if it keeps the turkey moist, I'm willing to give it a shot.