TOTALLY GEEKED!

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

RE: Thanksgiving!

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Bonny22Pye wrote:
I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Bonny22Pye wrote:
I'm paranoid my bird won't defrost by Thursday morning. I'm doing an herb butter under the skin.
I was so happy the store had the fresh birds, not frozen!
Yeah..yeah...braggart ;)

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lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Bonny22Pye wrote:
I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Bonny22Pye wrote:
I'm paranoid my bird won't defrost by Thursday morning. I'm doing an herb butter under the skin.
I was so happy the store had the fresh birds, not frozen!
Yeah..yeah...braggart ;)

My store didn't have any this year. I wasn't driving everywhere to find one.

I did get mine for .57 a pound.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

An hour ago I was in the 'up to 6" band of snow" I am now in the 6-8". Trudy is def in the 8" band.

Bonny22Pye · Guru

I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
An hour ago I was in the 'up to 6" band of snow" I am now in the 6-8". Trudy is def in the 8" band.

Wow. I don't think I could handle the snow.... I'm too jaded by Los Angeles weather.

Momala · Great cook-happy wife-superb fisherman

Bonny ~
To make sure your bird is completely thawed, take it out of its wrapping, remove the giblets, put it in your (clean) dishpan, and dribble a continuous small stream of COLD water over it. If you can up-end it so the water is going into the neck opening, even better. An hour or two of this should take care of any stubborn ice crystals. If you use stuffing, stuff it immediately before you put it in the oven.

For a picture perfect crispy skin, dry the bird completely - I've even used my hair dryer on low to make sure it is completely dry - then spray it all over with butter flavored cooking spray (Pam or house brand). Season lightly, and baste every 20 minutes or so, especially towards the end of the cooking time. Enjoy!

Vette · Owl drink to that!

You're making me hungry Momala!

Bonny22Pye · Guru

Momala wrote:
Bonny ~
To make sure your bird is completely thawed, take it out of its wrapping, remove the giblets, put it in your (clean) dishpan, and dribble a continuous small stream of COLD water over it. If you can up-end it so the water is going into the neck opening, even better. An hour or two of this should take care of any stubborn ice crystals. If you use stuffing, stuff it immediately before you put it in the oven.

For a picture perfect crispy skin, dry the bird completely - I've even used my hair dryer on low to make sure it is completely dry - then spray it all over with butter flavored cooking spray (Pam or house brand). Season lightly, and baste every 20 minutes or so, especially towards the end of the cooking time. Enjoy!

I'm planning on shoving herb butter under the skin.

my husband wants a lemon pie. any recipes? I know how to make crust from scratch.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
An hour ago I was in the 'up to 6" band of snow" I am now in the 6-8". Trudy is def in the 8" band.

It's too early for this crap!

flan

TrudyML · Guru

Ugh, at least the liquor store is in walking distance!

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

TrudyML wrote:
Ugh, at least the liquor store is in walking distance!

I wish we had one that close!

flan

TrudyML · Guru

They know me by name!

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

I'm over it. Tired of it already and we haven't even begun the real work.

Fort Worth Mom · Mod/Penguin lover/Princess!

This is great! I love this Grandma!

Gosh I wish I knew who the Grandma is that wrote the letter below. Honestly, it's the funniest message! I hope it makes you smile as you prepare for your own family's Thanksgiving celebration this week.

Dear Family,

I'm not dead yet. Thanksgiving is still important to me. If being in my Last Will and Testament is important to you, then you might consider being with me for my favorite holiday. Dinner is at 2:00. Not 2:15. Not 2:05. Two. Arrive late and you get what's left over.

Last year, that moron Marshall fried a turkey in one of those contraptions and practically burned the deck off the house. This year, the only peanut oil used to make the meal will be from the secret scoop of peanut butter I add to the carrot soup.

Jonathan, your last new wife was an idiot. You don't arrive at someone's house on Thanksgiving needing to use the oven and the stove. Honest to God, I thought you might have learned after two wives - date them longer and save us all the agony of another divorce.

Now, the house rules are slightly different this year because I have decided that 47% of you don't know how to take care of nice things. Paper plates and red Solo cups might be bad for the environment, but I'll be gone soon and that will be your problem to deal with.

House Rules:

1. The University of Texas no longer plays Texas A& />The television stays off during the meal.

2. The "no cans for kids" rule still exists. We are using 2 liter Bottles because your children still open a third can before finishing the first two. Parents can fill a child's cup when it is empty. All of the cups have names on them and I'll be paying close attention to refills.

3. Chloe, last year we were at Trudy's house and I looked the other way when your Jell-O salad showed up. This year, if Jell-O salad comes in the front door it will go right back out the back door with the garbage. Save yourself some time, honey. You've never been a good cook and you shouldn't bring something that wiggles more than you. Buy something from the bakery.

4. Grandmothers give grandchildren cookies and candy. That is a fact of life. Your children can eat healthy at your home. At my home, they can eat whatever they like as long as they finish it.

5. I cook with bacon and bacon grease. That's nothing new. Your being a vegetarian doesn't change the fact that stuffing without bacon is like egg salad without eggs. Even the green bean casserole has a little bacon grease in it. That's why it tastes so good. Not eating bacon is just not
natural. And as far as being healthy... look at me. I've outlived almost everyone I know.

6. Salad at Thanksgiving is a waste of space.

7. I do not like cell phones. Leave them in the car.

8. I do not like video cameras. There will be 32 people here. I am sure you can capture lots of memories without the camera pointed at me.

9. Being a mother means you have to actually pay attention to the Kids. I have nice things and I don't put them away just because company is coming over. Mary, watch your kids and I'll watch my things.

10. Rhonda, a cat that requires a shot twice a day is a cat that has lived too many lives. I think staying home to care for the cat is your way of letting me know that I have lived too many lives too. I can live with that. Can you?

11. Words mean things. I say what I mean. Let me repeat:You don't need to bring anything means you don't need to bring anything. And if I did tell you to bring something, bring it in the quantity I said. Really, this doesn't have to be difficult.

12. Dominoes and cards are better than anything that requires a battery or an on/off switch. That was true when you were kids and it's true now that you have kids.

13. Showing up for Thanksgiving guarantees presents at Christmas. Not showing up guarantees a card that may or may not be signed. The election is over so I'll watch what I say about the bastard, and you will do the same. If we all stick to that, we'll have a good time. If not, I'll still have a good time but it will be at your expense.

In memory of your Grandfather, the back fridge will be filled with beer. Drink until it is gone. I prefer wine anyway. But one from each family needs to be the designated driver.

I really mean all of the above.
Love You,
Grandma

ETA her website. Suzie is a hoot! And, very wise, IMHO. smile

suziehumphreys.com

-- Edited by Fort Worth Mom on Tuesday 25th of November 2014 04:10:13 PM

-- Edited by Fort Worth Mom on Tuesday 25th of November 2014 04:11:03 PM

just Czech · Give Me Grand's!

FWM, where did you find that letter? LOVE IT!

Fort Worth Mom · Mod/Penguin lover/Princess!

just Czech wrote:
FWM, where did you find that letter? LOVE IT!

Suzie Humphreys. She's a motivational speaker, and has lived, quite a life!

She is a hoot! In the best sense of the word.

I love her! smile

I get her updates in my e-mail.

Try, suziehumphreys.com

TrudyML · Guru

Perfect letter! I also can not stand when little Jimmy tries to serve himself and takes 90% of the white meat turkey. I go crazy! I hate the holidays!

Ohfour · Hooker

Well, I think it's time I order my pre-cooked dinner from the store. My mother just called and asked me if I had bought my turkey. She's going to die when she finds out I'm not cooking this year. Hopefully, I can fool her, but I doubt it. She loves my giblet gravy...

TrudyML · Guru

Yeah who cares!

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

I love giblet gravy too! Order everything and make the gravy. Put it in your pretty dishes and call it done.

Love the letter.

silverzag · Newbie

I chose "other" too. Live in Manhattan. Just walking over to a friend's. Only 4 of us there this year. Nice, quiet, low-key - eating, drinking, and merry-making :) Hope everyone has a Happy!!

Fort Worth Mom · Mod/Penguin lover/Princess!

lilyofcourse wrote:
I love giblet gravy too! Order everything and make the gravy. Put it in your pretty dishes and call it done.

Love the letter.

Gack! Giblets go right into the garbage, where they belong!

I don't even like to touch them, let alone, eat them! cry

The letter was great, on that we can agree! wink

Ohfour · Hooker

If I was having the usual brood at my house, I would cook. We usually have anywhere from 12-15 people. There will be a total of 5 this year. So I'm not going to cook the feast I usually do. Easier and less expensive to order it...

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

LOL, FWM.

O4 you don't cook, why would your mother expect it?

Ohfour · Hooker

I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
LOL, FWM.

O4 you don't cook, why would your mother expect it?

Oh I CAN cook. I can actually cook really well. I always cook Thanksgiving dinner. All of it, because no one in my family can cook.

I just DON'T cook. That's what I have a husband for... wink

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

I don't blame you at all O4. I wouldn't either if I didn't have to.

Heck I'd opt for going out so there would be no clean up.

I have never made giblet gravy. But I don't remember the actual giblets being in there.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

For me, the point of Thanksgiving is FAMILY: not one person killing themselves making 79 different dishes...

flan

jlbear71 · Guru

Plans have changed. DSS & DIL are not coming down due to car trouble and the weather.

MIL is NOT going to BILs so that means we are going to her house so she won't be alone. I will cook the turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes and then take it there. She has a pumpkin pie in the freezer and some frozen veggies too. I know fresh would be better but I don't want her out driving in this ick.

TrudyML · Guru

Was told to leave due to snow. Happy T day all!

Fort Worth Mom · Mod/Penguin lover/Princess!

jlbear71 wrote:
Plans have changed. DSS & DIL are not coming down due to car trouble and the weather.

MIL is NOT going to BILs so that means we are going to her house so she won't be alone. I will cook the turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes and then take it there. She has a pumpkin pie in the freezer and some frozen veggies too. I know fresh would be better but I don't want her out driving in this ick.

I'm sorry to hear about the bad weather, jlbear. I hope you have a nice holiday!

You too, Trudy!

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Oh yeah, it's snowing really hard. Guess I'll be eating yam casserole...

Fort Worth Mom · Mod/Penguin lover/Princess!

I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Oh yeah, it's snowing really hard. Guess I'll be eating yam casserole...

You don't think you'll be able to go to your sister's house tomorrow? cry

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

I am hoping it doesn't rain.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Fort Worth Mom wrote:
I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Oh yeah, it's snowing really hard. Guess I'll be eating yam casserole...
You don't think you'll be able to go to your sister's house tomorrow?

The roads will be clear of snow tomorrow but the traffic will be horrible. If we could have left early today I would have but DS was working. All the traffic that would have happened today will be tomorrow. Since I will have to snow blow the driveway tomorrow morning (snow isn't going to end until morning) we won't be able to get on the road until 11 or so. With the traffic it will take 3-4 hours to get there. Just not worth it.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Fort Worth Mom wrote:
I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Oh yeah, it's snowing really hard. Guess I'll be eating yam casserole...
You don't think you'll be able to go to your sister's house tomorrow?
The roads will be clear of snow tomorrow but the traffic will be horrible. If we could have left early today I would have but DS was working. All the traffic that would have happened today will be tomorrow. Since I will have to snow blow the driveway tomorrow morning (snow isn't going to end until morning) we won't be able to get on the road until 11 or so. With the traffic it will take 3-4 hours to get there. Just not worth it.

Especially if you're not feeling well.

flan

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

I wouldn't do it either. Doesn't sound worth it to me either.

How well does the casserole freeze? Would it keep till Christmas?

Do you do marshmallows or pecans?

Fort Worth Mom · Mod/Penguin lover/Princess!

flan327 wrote:
I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Fort Worth Mom wrote:
I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Oh yeah, it's snowing really hard. Guess I'll be eating yam casserole...
You don't think you'll be able to go to your sister's house tomorrow?
The roads will be clear of snow tomorrow but the traffic will be horrible. If we could have left early today I would have but DS was working. All the traffic that would have happened today will be tomorrow. Since I will have to snow blow the driveway tomorrow morning (snow isn't going to end until morning) we won't be able to get on the road until 11 or so. With the traffic it will take 3-4 hours to get there. Just not worth it.
Especially if you're not feeling well.
flan

Do you have a little turkey to roast? I'd starve, if all there was to eat was yam casserole. cry

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

I bought a 10 lb fresh turkey, the fixings for stuffing with sausage and granny smith apples, red bliss mashed potato's, dinner rolls, and pecan pie. Way too much food for 3 people.

I don't use marshmallows in the yams, pecans and brown sugar for the topping.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

flan327 wrote:
I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Fort Worth Mom wrote:
I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Oh yeah, it's snowing really hard. Guess I'll be eating yam casserole...
You don't think you'll be able to go to your sister's house tomorrow?
The roads will be clear of snow tomorrow but the traffic will be horrible. If we could have left early today I would have but DS was working. All the traffic that would have happened today will be tomorrow. Since I will have to snow blow the driveway tomorrow morning (snow isn't going to end until morning) we won't be able to get on the road until 11 or so. With the traffic it will take 3-4 hours to get there. Just not worth it.
Especially if you're not feeling well.
flan

Yep this too. I slept well so feel better but still not over the cold. My ear is slightly blocked. On the bright side, DS will be here and will put up my enormous xmas wreaths and change the battery in the smoke detector in the attic. smile

just Czech · Give Me Grand's!

I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
flan327 wrote:
I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Fort Worth Mom wrote:
I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Oh yeah, it's snowing really hard. Guess I'll be eating yam casserole...
You don't think you'll be able to go to your sister's house tomorrow?
The roads will be clear of snow tomorrow but the traffic will be horrible. If we could have left early today I would have but DS was working. All the traffic that would have happened today will be tomorrow. Since I will have to snow blow the driveway tomorrow morning (snow isn't going to end until morning) we won't be able to get on the road until 11 or so. With the traffic it will take 3-4 hours to get there. Just not worth it.
Especially if you're not feeling well.
flan
Yep this too. I slept well so feel better but still not over the cold. My ear is slightly blocked. On the bright side, DS will be here and will put up my enormous xmas wreaths and change the battery in the smoke detector in the attic.

Wow, IKWTDS. First a cold, now a storm. You can't seem to catch a break for the holiday! I hope you get to feeling better and can enjoy a great meal at least.

just Czech · Give Me Grand's!

I have four pies finished and cooling. One each of pecan, chocolate, pumpkin and cherry. The buns are rising, the house is clean and DS's little family will be here any minute.
Watching the squirrels outside gathering the remaining walnuts on this cold and blustery day.

Blankie · Guru

Pumpkin pie made.

Quiche, coffee cake and cranberry bread for Thanksgiving brunch made.

Need to start chopping squash and potatoes.

My sister the angel is going to do my supper caregiving shift tonight at my parents'.

So I can cook half their dinner here at home, and bring it over tomorrow.

Gotta find something really simple to have for supper here tonight while I'm cooking for tomorrow.

Maybe cereal!

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

Eggs done.
Cornbread done and crumbled.
Slaw made.
Onions being chopped for the dressing.

Gonna peel and cut the potatoes get them in to soak and ready to go in the morning.

Mom's phone is going non stop.

In the morning it will be a matter of putting things on the stove.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

We are having Krystals for supper!

Nobody Just Nobody · Rib-it! Rrrib-it!

We're having leftovers for dinner tonight. I made two pumpkin pies and a pumpkin cheesecake. DN make two pecan pies and a broccoli rice casserole. I have assembled the green bean casserole and am working on putting the dressing together. Then pretty much everything will be done except for popping it in the oven tomorrow.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

OMG I need to sharpen the carving knife!

Momala · Great cook-happy wife-superb fisherman

Well - here's this year's catastrophy

DH didn't put the ice packs in with the turkey that was thawing in the cooler - it was still cold, but totally thawed when I checked it this morning. I'll cook it (unstuffed) today, just to check it out. I bought another one, frozen, and I'm in the process of thawing it under cold running water.

And two more people got invited to join us - 7 instead of 5 guests.

Oh my! Lots of work ahead of me today and tomorrow. Fortunately, I planned on serving at 4:00.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

Do most do a late meal?

We always have lunch. Between 12 and 1. Tomorrow it is 12.

Nobody Just Nobody · Rib-it! Rrrib-it!

We are eating really late this year to accommodate DN and Sparkly. We will eat about seven. She is doing lunch with his family and then doing some Black Friday Christmas shopping (yeah I know) and then coming here.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

We are eating around 3-4. Told DS if he wants apps then we will do those around noon. i hate when apps are eaten an hour before the big meal. Who can eat after the apps so soon?