This year's Turkey Trot was a bit of a bust, unfortunately. Rainy, cold, and I was too nervous about carving my turkey to run 5k. Ha! (2 of those 3 things are true)
So funny! My mom always forgets to take out the cranberry relish and it had become a joke in our family. She forgot to bring it to my brothers house in NJ but since I was in charge here in MD we got to enjoy her recipe since I never forget a thing (which isn’t always a good thing) since I get a bit stressed out making sure everything is perfect.
My family’s philosophy has always been: none of us like turkey, so let’s not get one. To all the turkey-eaters I ask, “it is worth the hassle?” Why subject yourselves to hours of prep and cooking, and the frustration of carving for that vague, minimal taste?
How the turkey is cooked has a lot to do with the carving, or as our turkey this year, pulled apart. Not cooked by me, e a great brine and as tender and juicy as one can imagine.
Great post Dan. Enjoyed reading. I will catch up with the audio, when i am in a warmer spot.
I think a lot of Fundraising for Breakfast readers would like to know where you're reading these posts, Dave, that you need to find a warmer spot. Please share
Since you asked, I am in the Allegheny National Forest, trying to put meat on the table. 7 degrees F, with the wind chill. At least the we are far enough south from Lake Erie, we are not bogged down with snow!
I prefer the “Feminist” way of Turkey carving - I “empower” my wife to do it. Nothing like watching someone with Parkinson’s disease come at you with a huge sharp knife after a long day of cooking. 😳😂
Child #1 should record every week!
Someone get Child #1 an adjoining Fundraising for Breakfast podcast. Call NPR.
I would like to say Dan embellished his father's carving skills, but alas, I cannot. He could pound the hell out of a round steak, though.
So good!! Happy Thanksgiving! (How’d the turkey trot go???)
This year's Turkey Trot was a bit of a bust, unfortunately. Rainy, cold, and I was too nervous about carving my turkey to run 5k. Ha! (2 of those 3 things are true)
Love this, bravo! I, for one, think I'm an excellent turkey carver and a so-so fundraiser...too bad turkey carving is only once a year for me! ;)
If you've got some turkey carving secrets, Liz, then spill it! You saw the mess I made of my turkey!
I can totally visualize the Thanksgiving of your youth - you are such a great writer, and I look forward to your book.
Thanks so much, Julie! We'll get a couple turkey sandwiches at the The Nutcracker next time I'm in Rochester!
Nice post Dan
So funny! My mom always forgets to take out the cranberry relish and it had become a joke in our family. She forgot to bring it to my brothers house in NJ but since I was in charge here in MD we got to enjoy her recipe since I never forget a thing (which isn’t always a good thing) since I get a bit stressed out making sure everything is perfect.
Wonderful! I enjoyed your turkey carving fun! It is all about the fellowship with family even through the tough times! Lol
I see a podcast in Child #1's future. Very impressive. Look out Joe Rogan.
My family’s philosophy has always been: none of us like turkey, so let’s not get one. To all the turkey-eaters I ask, “it is worth the hassle?” Why subject yourselves to hours of prep and cooking, and the frustration of carving for that vague, minimal taste?
I feel like I've eaten turkey with you. That I've made. The hassle is what makes it delicious. Tears are like gravy. Remember I said that everybody
How the turkey is cooked has a lot to do with the carving, or as our turkey this year, pulled apart. Not cooked by me, e a great brine and as tender and juicy as one can imagine.
Great post Dan. Enjoyed reading. I will catch up with the audio, when i am in a warmer spot.
I think a lot of Fundraising for Breakfast readers would like to know where you're reading these posts, Dave, that you need to find a warmer spot. Please share
Since you asked, I am in the Allegheny National Forest, trying to put meat on the table. 7 degrees F, with the wind chill. At least the we are far enough south from Lake Erie, we are not bogged down with snow!
Gotcha. I'm in my basement office and it's cold down here, too.
You start burning wood yet?
I prefer the “Feminist” way of Turkey carving - I “empower” my wife to do it. Nothing like watching someone with Parkinson’s disease come at you with a huge sharp knife after a long day of cooking. 😳😂
You're the best feminist I know, JP. (Did you catch Child #1's call out about the TV?)