{"id":14668,"date":"2011-11-16T08:51:47","date_gmt":"2011-11-16T12:51:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/foodembrace.com\/?p=14668"},"modified":"2011-11-16T08:51:47","modified_gmt":"2011-11-16T12:51:47","slug":"thanksgiving-tips-and-tricks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foodembrace.com\/2011\/11\/thanksgiving-tips-and-tricks\/","title":{"rendered":"Thanksgiving Tips and Tricks"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a> As I mentioned before, I love Thanksgiving! I’ve discovered a few tips and tricks over the years that have made the big day run a little smoother.<\/p>\n

You can prep and chop veggies ahead of time<\/a>. \u00a0Sometimes this can be the task that takes us the longest! Getting all the carrots, onions, and celery chopped for all the dishes we’ll be making. By prepping them a couple days in advance, this saves us time on the big day.<\/p>\n

Brine, brine<\/a>, brine<\/a>! Learn to love brining that bird! It is a great way to provide additional flavor along with ensuring the bird stays juicy and delicious.<\/p>\n

Some dishes can be made ahead<\/a> and the only thing you have to do on Thanksgiving is heat them up! Think about everything that you plan on making and decide which dishes you can make ahead. \u00a0Stuffing, sweet potato casserole, pies, green bean casserole are all things that can be made the day before. \u00a0Again this will save you lots of time on Thanksgiving day along with helping you keep your sanity.<\/p>\n

Thanksgiving can get pricey, especially if you’re the one that’s hosting. \u00a0Keep yourself from going over budget with these tips on stretching out the drinks on the big day<\/a>.<\/p>\n

A few other things to keep in mind:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Keep it simple!<\/strong> Thanksgiving dinner doesn’t have to be a 15 course meal. A few items, some must-haves, and you are good to go.<\/p>\n

Participation!<\/strong> If you’re feeding a crowd and they are<\/em> expecting that 15 course meal, then ask them to chip in and help. \u00a0All of the\u00a0responsibility\u00a0shouldn’t fall on one person. Everyone can help and it makes the day much more intimate and special.<\/p>\n

Love Leftovers!<\/strong> You don’t have to make turkey soup or your famous turkey surprise for the next week in order to use up leftovers. \u00a0Get creative and turn that turkey into something different! Check sites like Pinterest<\/a> or Twitter<\/a> for some great leftover inspiration! \u00a0Also check back here after Thanksgiving for some leftover suggestions!<\/p>\n

Now that you’re prepared, you can relax on the big day! \u00a0And don’t forget to have someone else do the dishes!<\/p>\n

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