The return of the dreaded 11 Commandments of a THANKSGIVING DINNER

CookingWithCarlo.com ^ | Nov. 17 2005 | Carlo3b, Dad, Chef, Author

[carlo3b]

Like noses, everyone has a different opinion on what type of wine should be consumed with turkey, and there are several reasons for this. Turkey has somewhat of a greasy or oily taste to it that makes dry wines taste a wee bit odd. In addition, turkey has both white and dark meat which have very different tastes. I believe the best choice for turkey is a wine that is fruity but not sweet. At our Thanksgiving table I prefer to serve both a red and white with turkey so that my family can choose their favorite wine. A nice Chenin Blanc or Riesling serves wonderfully for a white wine selection, and a nice Zinfandel or Beaujolais is an great choice for those that prefer milder red wine.

[alisasny]

Thats it, my family of 14 is coming to your house for THANKSGIVING...LOL

I must say as the years go on I get better and better at this special holiday feast. Your tips are great.

In prior years to save time I served gasp, instant mashed potatoes...I always hated doing that but everything else was fresh and there just was not a half hour or more left to get the potatoes ready. Well this year I asked one of my guests to bring them since she makes them from scratch. She was happy about that and had no idea I had been making fake mashed all these years LOL.

I also use the burner on the grill to make corn on the cob and the grilling surface on warm to keep some items hot. I am a stickler about the entire meal coming out hot.


Before my kids get too old (they are now 9 and 13) I am going to take a Thankgiving break to take them to the parade in NYC, maybe next year, I always say. We have 2 elders in declining health in our group and it's much more important to spend the day with them.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours CARLO : )

[alarm rider]

Thanks. I have the bartending duties this year and that includes selecting the wine for the wine drinkers. I think my problem is solves and I can just kick back and watch football!

[queenkathy]

I never have made stuffing with 2 eggs. What's the purpose of the eggs?

[T-Bird45]

self-ping, BTTT & bookmark for delicious ideas

[carlo3b]

I agree with your nose test, but you must correct the amounts you measure when using the older dated spices.. Usually, we who use our noses think we have a prefect eye with the spoon .. :)

[mrs tiggywinkle]

What about the 'rule' of white wine with white meat, etc.?

[alisasny]

What is the purpose of 2 eggs?

I would think to maintain some moisture.

What say you Carlo so I can experiment : )

[carlo3b]

NOW THAT IS FUNNY.. Thanks for the laugh.. Happy Thanksgiving

[queenkathy]

BTW, add me to the ping list

[tubebender]

Oh Boy. Now I know it's really Turkey Time.


I will leave this up so when my First Wife comes home from getting her nails painted she will get the spirit also...

[G.Mason]

Bwahahahahaha!!!

That was beautiful! Thanks, and a Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. ;)

[queenkathy]

I'm guessing to hold it all together, similar to meat loaf. But this is a new one for me

[carlo3b]

You da man Ken.. Great tips that everyone should heed, indeed.. :)

[alisasny]

2 little things I am changing on my feast this year.

I bought cookie cutters in the shape of a maple leaf and turkey to use to cut out the shape in jellied cranberry sauce. Not to many eat the cranberry in my family and now they may since it looks so pretty. (oops I use jellied cranberry)

I am making "stuffing muffins." My stuffing will get its final bake in muffin pans and will come out in that shape. The muffin pan needs to be greased though for anyone who trys this.

[VOA]

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[queenkathy]

What is "brine". This is the second reference to that this holiday. And,..do you cover the turkey with aluminum foil when you first put it in the oven?

[babaloo]

How do you brine a turkey?

[Lazamataz]

How'd I know it'd be authored by our own Carlo?

Love ya, man. :o)

[GSWarrior]

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