Plan for next Week

In a week the biggest and most stressful meal of the year happens in much of the United States. It is your choice! This can be a wonderful meal of happy sharing and making great memories. Or a disaster if you don't plan.

This is the one day of the year we set aside to be grateful, let's enjoy it as much as possible.

Please allow slave to offer some suggestions for getting ready so it will be a great day. 

 

Thanksgiving Notes:

When buying:

Consider –

It’s pretty obvious that two people don’t need an entire turkey, perhaps cooking just a turkey breast? So much faster!

Or maybe purchase a “boneless” turkey – these are about 3 lbs each and you eat the whole thing, no paying for bones to throw away.

You might consider a recipe that cooks turkey in a slow cooker – that frees up the oven for other important duties.

 Do NOT wait to buy!!

Allow 1 pound of turkey per person for a fresh or frozen bird

Allow approximately 24 hours for every 4 pounds of bird weight for thawing in the refrigerator – the best way!

If it is just the two of you consider inviting another couple. Cooking for four can be easier than just two. Plus you can divvy up what each couple cooks. You do Turkey & dessert, they do sides and bread.

Write out a time line!

This reduces stress and provides a check list.

ALWAYS let a turkey stand for 20 minutes before carving to allow juices to set

Please:

You have worked so hard all year to eat healthy and watch the calories. The holiday meals are no reason to forget what you have learned.

1.) “PORTION CONTROL”. Think since there is twice as much on the table as usual, use only half portions.

2.) Serve on 9 inch plates instead of the usual 12 inch dinner plates. Think of all the extra room on the table top!

3.) As you serve, keep a disposable foil pie pan with you to load with another serving. Cover and take to an elderly neighbor or someone who might be alone. (Even better invite them to join you!)

4.) After the meal, immediately portion, bag and give away to your guests. (LOL Don't let them leave without a zippered bag of food. Better for them – leftovers) (Better for you not as much temptation)

Of course don't forget to keep a couple of slices of turkey meat for late night sandwiches!