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Across the Fence:  Gonna do a big Thanksgiving...*UPDATE*  |
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
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 Posted - Nov 15 2012 : 7:58:55 PM
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This is the first time in years I've been home to do a Thanksgiving and I'm trying to remember everything. Friends are coming over but not sure how many. Doesn't really matter because next-day leftovers are great, so no worries there.
I have bought a huge turkey (Butterball), cranberry sauce (both kinds), gravy, stuffing, green veggies (green beans), mashed potatoes. Still want to get pies, pumpkin and maybe apple. Will have coffee, tea, soda and probably wine for drinks.
I'm missing something, what is it??
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***UPDATE***
Well, it went off without a hitch except I forgot the mashed 'taters!! All of us sat down and I kept feel like I had forgotten something, then hubby mentioned it. I was going to make up a batch but everyone said to stay put, we had plenty as it was, and we sure did.
The Butterball turkey was the absolute best I've ever eaten! Almost ruined it because after covering it with foil for the third baking time, somehow the oven was turned up to almost 500 degrees!! But, thankfully, it had the foil on it and really didn't suffer any overcooking. The tips of the wings were a little too baked but overall, still in great shape.
We are eating leftovers now. I think leftovers are almost the best part of a turkey dinner.
Good friends came over and we laughed and told stories and basically chatted about everything under the sun. Now, this is the way to do a holiday!! Have people over who you enjoy, whether friends or fam, and not people (whether friends or fam) who try to ruin it for you and cause problems. Now we have happy memories of my first big Thanksgiving where I did all the cooking/baking. Hubby cleaned the house within an inch of its' life and I was sort of embarrassed it was that dusty but he knew he wasn't marrying Suzy Homemaker when he married me!!
So, other than forgetting the mashed 'taters, everything was beyond perfect!!
I hope everyone else's Thanksgiving was really nice and enjoyable!!
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Edited by - goneriding on Nov 24 2012 1:12:43 PM |
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sjmjgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
566 Posts
Stephanie
Mt. Vernon
Iowa
USA
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Posted - Nov 15 2012 : 8:24:27 PM
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I would get some nice rolls, too. We love Kings Hawaiian. Sounds like you've got a great Turkey Day planned! Good luck!
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
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kysheeplady
True Blue Farmgirl
1291 Posts
Teri
KY
USA
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Posted - Nov 16 2012 : 02:42:23 AM
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I always like to put out some appetizers! Cheese ball ... just a little something to nibble on ...
Teri
"There are black sheep in every flock"
White Sheep Farm
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rough start farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3331 Posts
marianne
The Beautiful Pacific NW
Washington State
USA
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Posted - Nov 16 2012 : 03:34:16 AM
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Definitely appetizers, crackers and cheese, chips and dip!
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
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MagnoliaWhisper
True Blue Farmgirl
2817 Posts
Heather
Haysville
Kansas
USA
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Posted - Nov 16 2012 : 10:01:39 AM
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I really like home made pumpkin pie and it is really easy!
We usually like a green salad-our traditional salad for special dinners is layered-lettuce, other veggies as well if wanted-my dh likes seedless cucs, frozen peas, canned sliced water chestnuts, mayo, crumbled bacon, white shredded cheese-I like five italian cheese, but also do mozzarella sometimes.
And sweet potato casserole is a favorite.
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SunnyJam
True Blue Farmgirl
129 Posts
Jamie
Seattle
WA
USA
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Posted - Nov 16 2012 : 10:28:47 AM
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Maybe some yams? With or without marshmallows. :)
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - Nov 16 2012 : 10:30:56 AM
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Yep, rolls and sweet potatoes are the only things I see missing! Most of all, enjoy yourselves!
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
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SarahJ
True Blue Farmgirl
198 Posts
Shreveport
Louisiana
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Posted - Nov 16 2012 : 11:32:05 AM
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I just posted a big list of tips on my blog, of you are interested.
SarahJ
Farmgirl Sister #116
http://bayoumama.wordpress.com/ |
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
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Annab
True Blue Farmgirl
2900 Posts
Anna
Seagrove
NC
USA
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Posted - Nov 16 2012 : 4:45:58 PM
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Does anyone like sweet potatoes?
not the kind with the yuckie raisins, but sweet potato caserole?
and of course how about a veggie plate |
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Nov 17 2012 : 2:02:44 PM
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Egg nog, maybe, Winona? And like Teri and Marianne said, we definitely do appetizers, too... Cheese and crackers, whole nuts to crack (keeps the kids busy), stuffed celery, devilled eggs, stuffed grape leaves, pickles, etc.
It sure does sound like you have a wonderful menu going! I don't think you really "need" to add anything! But we do like a fruited jello salad, pickled beets, applesauce, mashed turnip and carrot (with sliced lemons on the side) and a salad, too, like Heather mentioned. Seven-layered salad is always our holiday tradition! :) I'm like you - I like to have the leftovers. My holiday dinners always sound like overkill, but everyone is always happy to take home a big container full. Do you have take-home containers for your guests???
I'm so glad you found a roaster! I made a turkey the other night and the roaster was definitely NOT big enough. Went to check on it and when I pulled out the rack, greasy drippings went everywhere and the entire house filled with smoke. Not fun. Not fun at all.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving - it sounds like you're going to have a wonderful feast and celebration!
Hugs -
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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Edited by - Ninibini on Nov 17 2012 2:03:57 PM |
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rough start farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
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marianne
The Beautiful Pacific NW
Washington State
USA
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Posted - Nov 24 2012 : 4:44:10 PM
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sounds like it was just the best!! Congrats.
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
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