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Show Page - C-- 2 The Pyramid - December 21. 1994- - Turkey preparation hints for holidays Have a Sparkling White Christmas We wish you all the very best! Dr. Steven Bench DDS and Staff Fairview Your Friendship Suits Us Fine! Thanks! Gerald, La Dean Kathryn & Julie American Cleaners Pleasnat fast-tha- w Preparation As the holidays draw near, wed like to take this opportunity to say thank you" for your valued patronage throughout the year. We wish you a Yuletide season thats truly special in every way... filled with peace and brotherhood, joy and love. j Merry Christmas' from all of us aI STATE FARM INSURANCE Like a INIU.AMCI good neignoor. State Farm Is there. last 30 minutes of cooking to allow the turkey to brown. Roast at 325 degrees F. for about 15 minutes per pound if bird isnt stuffed; stuffed turkeys require an additional one-ha- lf to one hour of cooking. This tenting method helps prevent over browning, keeps the turkey moist and reduces oven splatters. .'777 three-fourt- Wishing you all some good dean fun and a very, merry holiday season. Mt. MIDVAL- E- Norbest, Inc., recently released a list of helpful hints to help make the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays go smoothly and safely, from planning stages to leftovers. According to Norbest, nearly all U.S. turkeys are inspected by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for wholesomeness and bear the inspection seal on the label. The USDA Grade A shield means it is free from pinfeathers, broken bones, large bruises, cuts and skin tears. A turkey without this shield is just as safe but its appearance may be less than optimum. Hens and toms are both equally tender, moist and delicious, and are young at processing time. Hens are under 16 pounds and toms are over 16 pounds. Be sure packaging is not torn or punctured when choosing a bird. Planning Allow pound of turkey (raw weight) per person for generous servings with only a little left over, or one to pound for leftovers. The raw weight is listed on the tag attached to the top of the package. Fresh turkeys should be cooked within two days of purchase. A frozen, whole turkey in its original packaging may be stored 12 months at 0 degrees F. or below. Never thaw a frozen turkey at room temperature, and microwave thawing is not recommended. Frozen turkeys take two to three days to thaw and should be thawed in the original wrapping in the refrigerator at a rate of approximately four hours per pound. method is to A safe, submerge the turkey in cold water, changing the water every 30 minutes and allowing about 30 minutes per pound. Carving Remove the drumsticks and thighs, and separate them at the connecting joints. Make a deep, horizontal cut low on the breast as close to the wing as possible, then carve the breast downward, stopping at the horizontal cut. Keep slices thin and even. DANNY DYCHES Moroni Peace On Earth! May the harmony of the winter landscape bring renewed hope for understanding and worldwide peace. Merry Christmas and many thanks. FAIRVIEW CITY Mayor, Council, Staff & Employees If fresh, or after thawing, remove turkey from plastic bag; remove giblets and neck from both inside cavities; rinse turkey inside and out with cold water and pat dry with paper towel. The safest, easiest and quickest way to prepare turkey stuffing is to bake it in a casserole or cook it on top of the stove. Extreme caution should be used if stuffing the bird itself in order to lessen the possibility of botulism. At the last minute before roasting, stuff neck and body cavities loosely; the stuffing will expand as it cooks. Allow of a cup per pound of turkey.. Skewer openings closed if necessary. Remove the stuffing as soon as the turkey is taken from the oven. To roast turkey in an open pan, place the bird on a rack, breast side up. Place a loose tent aluminum foil over of heavy-dut- y the bird, removing foil for the three-quarte- rs As Christmas approaches and years end draws near, we want to say Thanks for your business and well see you next year m FROM ALL OF US KMIAl MPOSit MSUtANCt COAPOtAHON Equal Opportunity Lender r May your season be brimming with all the trimmings, just as our hearts are overflowing with gratitude. EPHRAIM CITY Mayor, City Council and Employees Mt. Pleasant & Fairview |
