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Vol. 14 No. 32
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| We're open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 1 through November 20, from 8:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. We're located behind Broad Ripple Magnet High School, 1115 Broad Ripple Avenue. View Map
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Open Saturdays
through November 20!
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Turkey Tricks & Tips
For most people, the turkey is the star of the show. To make it a bit easier, we scoured the Internet, consulted the experts, and compiled the best advice for you. Follow these tips, and you're sure to have a winner.
The Basics
- One pound per person will ensure plent
y for dinner and leftovers. - Have more white meat fans than dark meat? Consider getting a smaller whole turkey and an additional breast to roast along the side.
- Stock up while turkey prices are low. Properly stored in the original packaging at a temperature less than 0 degrees, a turkey will remain fresh for a up to one year.
Buy It
Frozen Turkeys - Buy at least 3 days in advance.
- Thaw for 24 hours per 4-5 pounds of turkey. This means a 16 pound turkey will take approximately 3.5 days to thaw completely. Once thawed, a turkey will stay fresh in the fridge for an additional 3 days.
- Thaw in original unopened packaging.
Fresh Turkeys
- Only buy fresh turkeys from reputable poultry vendors.
- Do not buy more than 2 days in advance.
- Store in original packaging unless otherwise instructed by the vendor.
Roast It
- Basting isn't necessary, but it will help with browning.
- Plan to roast for 15-20 minutes per pound. That's at least 4 hours for a 16 pound turkey.
- Rely on the internal temperature of the meat more than the cooking time. Thigh meat should reach 175 degrees and breast meat should reach 165 degrees before the turkey is removed from the oven.
- A stuffed turkey will take about 30 minutes longer, total. Be sure to check the internal temperature of both the turkey meat and the stuffing to ensure everything is cooked correctly. Or better yet, cook the stuffing separately.
Deep Fry It
- Do not deep fry on a wooden deck or inside of your house, garage, or other enclosed structure.
- Do not let children help fry a turkey.
- Use an oil with high smoke points, such as peanut, canola, or safflower oil.
- Heat oil to 375 degrees
- Fry for 3-4 minutes per pound.
Smoke It (Tips provided by BRFM fan Anne W.)
- Always brine the turkey the night before. Anne suggests Alton Brown's brine recipe from his "Good Eats" program on the Food Network.
- Make sure the wood is wet -- but not so wet that it won't smoke.
- Fill the cavity with the usual suspects -- rosemary, sage, garlic, orange sections and apple slices -- and also add these same ingredients to the water pan in the smoker.
- Follow the specific manufacturer's smoking instructions that came with the smoker exactly.
- Smoking time depends on a number of factors, just as roasting a bird in the oven does. Editor's note: On average, plan to smoke the turkey for 30 minutes per pound. Again, you are looking for an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
Save It
- Put leftovers into the fridge within 2 hours of removing the turkey from the oven.
- Leftover turkey meat will keep up to 4 days in the refrigerator. Other favorites like stuffing and gravy should be used within 2 days.
- Don't forget to turn that carcass into stock. Nothing will make you feel better on a cold winter night than a hot bowl of homemade soup.
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Market Trivia
This week's question:
True or False? Pumpkin/Squash Pie is a traditional food dating back to the first Thanksgiving.
Answer to last week's question:
The National Turkey Federation estimates that 46 million turkeys are eaten on Thanksgiving. At an average of 16 pounds apiece, that's more than 736 million pounds of turkey!
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Recipe: Turkey for Two
Hosting a smaller Thanksgiving dinner? Don't even think about skipping the turkey! Consider one of these tasty turkey options designed for 2-4 guests. Featured Recipe: Turkey and Stuffing for Two Source: Eating Well October/November 2005 Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 2 teaspoons butter, divided
- 1 small shallot, chopped
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rubbed sage
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 3- to 4-ounce skinless turkey breast cutlets
- 1 day-old low-fat corn muffin, (5-6 ounces), crumbled, or 4 slices stale whole-wheat bread, crusts removed, torn into bite-size pieces
- 2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1/4 cup dry vermouth, or dry white wine
Preparation- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Heat 1 teaspoon oil and 1 teaspoon butter in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and celery; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 2 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl, stir in sage and thyme; let cool for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place cutlets between sheets of plastic wrap and pound with the smooth side of a meat mallet or a heavy skillet until 8 to 10 inches wide and less than 1/4 inch thick. Be careful not to tear the meat. Remove the top sheet.
- Add muffin crumbles (or bread) to the celery mixture. Stir in 2 tablespoons broth, salt and pepper. Place half the stuffing mixture in the middle of one of the pounded cutlets; compress the stuffing into a log. Fold and roll the meat over the stuffing. Tie in three places with kitchen string. Repeat with the remaining stuffing and the second cutlet.
- Heat the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and 1 teaspoon butter in a medium ovenproof skillet over medium heat. When the butter melts, add the turkey rolls and brown on all sides, turning occasionally, about 4 minutes.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until the turkey is cooked through, about 20 minutes. Transfer the rolls to a serving plate; tent with foil to keep warm.
- Return the skillet to medium-high heat (take care, the handle will still be hot); add vermouth (or wine). Cook until dark and almost completely evaporated, scraping up any browned bits, about 2 minutes. Add the remaining 1/4 cup broth; cook for 1 minute, just to reduce slightly. Remove the string from the turkey; cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices, if desired, and spoon half the sauce over each portion. Serve warm.
More recipes to try on the BRFM recipe blog:
Click on a title above for the recipe on the BRFM website. |
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This Week's Vendors
Just two more weeks to visit with your favorite vendors. To view a map of this week's vendors and booth locations, click here. Or stop by the BRFM Info Booth on Saturday, and we'll be happy to help you find your favorite vendors. |
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Musical Guest: Robert Bruce Scott
Don't forget to stop by the entertainment booth and catch a few songs by Robert Bruce Scott. Check out his website by clicking here.
As always, the entertainment is provided at no cost to the BRFM. If you like what you hear, please consider purchasing a CD and/or leaving a tip. |
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Midtown Holiday Home Tour, Cafe and Market
Saturday, November 13, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday, November 14, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tour five beautiful homes, festively decorated for the holidays by local floral designers. Home Tour tickets are $12 in advance, $15 on the days of the tour.
Visit the Café and Market at The Riviera Club, 5640 N. Illinois Street, where you'll find local food, gifts, and entertainment. The Café and Market are free and open to all.
Get more info by viewing the event brochure here. Visit the Facebook event page here.
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About the Market With more than 50 vendors, you'll find just about everything you need at the Broad Ripple Farmers Market (BRFM). We are open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 1 through November 20, from 8:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. We're located behind Broad Ripple Magnet High School, 1115 Broad Ripple Avenue.
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