tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post2184215898622989830..comments2024-03-26T21:32:32.972-06:00Comments on Mommy's Kitchen: My Golden Rules for a Stress Free Thanksgiving & Butterball Turkey GiveawayTina Butlerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10515629994766421233noreply@blogger.comBlogger153125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-2880805918768381862014-11-19T23:49:44.331-06:002014-11-19T23:49:44.331-06:00I have found out from past Thanksgivings, that I&#...I have found out from past Thanksgivings, that I'm the one that does most of the work. This year I have help from my husband and daughters, which is a blessing. But I do find it much easier to do as much prep as I can do the night before. Such as peeling potatoes, snapping the green beans and getting all of the sides ready to go as much as possible. That way I can start the turkey early in the morning and have that cooked and ready to go and it frees up my oven for the other things that I have to bake. I bake all my cakes, pies and homemade fudge the day before and some of my cookies and candies I can make a couple of days before and store them in air tight containers. Plus I buy extra large freezer bags, so that way if anyone would like to take some of the food home with them I don't have to worry about losing any of my storage bowls and dishes. Plus extra large paper plates so they can fix a dinner plate to take home for later. I used to be so stressed with the holidays, but as I have gotten older I've learned to ask for help. I used to be one of those women that I would try to do everything all my self and hated asking anyone for help. But believe you will enjoy the holidays much better if you ask for help and even ask for your guest to bring cover dishes and desserts, take a lot off of you and your budget. For those of us that are on fixed incomes, it helps a lot if other bring the covered dishes and desserts, plus it's nice to try everyone else's dishes. So just enjoy you family and friend time and relax. I hope that everyone has a Happy Thanksgiving...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12416889481343462012noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-13464996219309813252014-11-13T13:10:02.417-06:002014-11-13T13:10:02.417-06:00I just try to plan everything ahead. And I always ...I just try to plan everything ahead. And I always expect things to happen, and just go with it.shirleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16391247937514983039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-75648297802558041152012-11-17T08:40:46.960-06:002012-11-17T08:40:46.960-06:00My Golden rule for Thankgiving is to always roast ...My Golden rule for Thankgiving is to always roast the turkey breast side down. It comes out moist and juicy every time. <br />Kathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13518315494067707525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-62563547717190110672012-11-14T08:11:34.976-06:002012-11-14T08:11:34.976-06:00My rule for having a stree free Thanksgiving is to...My rule for having a stree free Thanksgiving is to make sure someone else will host. HA!Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08117443082962841666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-17915144795133090832012-11-14T07:55:50.536-06:002012-11-14T07:55:50.536-06:00I normally do all the cooking but my golden rule i...I normally do all the cooking but my golden rule is to not stress out... We spend the day as a family doing silly things and by the end of the day I have made an awesome turkey. We work as a family to make the dinner and laugh the whole time. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09158617769144277420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-56129948764936668622012-11-14T07:40:38.964-06:002012-11-14T07:40:38.964-06:00make as much as you can in advance- it lets YOU ge...make as much as you can in advance- it lets YOU get to enjoy the day with a whole lot less stress!bless their hearts momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08674913587578670633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-52676874629506255272012-11-14T00:45:42.132-06:002012-11-14T00:45:42.132-06:00My stress reducing thanksgiving tip is to let the ...My stress reducing thanksgiving tip is to let the kids help. My kids like to set the table (mine range ages 3-14), & help with food prep. Also letting them help (even though it won't be "picture perfect") makes the day more special for them too. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17067549494015440795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-88137124621966255682012-11-13T23:24:53.019-06:002012-11-13T23:24:53.019-06:00Just remember why we celebrate Thanksgiving. Be t...Just remember why we celebrate Thanksgiving. Be thankful for all our bountiful blessings.Nancy Durrancenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-64869794093365811612012-11-13T23:16:51.936-06:002012-11-13T23:16:51.936-06:00Remember to breathe! Thanksgiving is about family,...Remember to breathe! Thanksgiving is about family, friends and food. So what if everything is not perfect - enjoy the day.<br />dallas93720@yahoo.comCarolynnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-6880807065872150692012-11-13T22:38:23.188-06:002012-11-13T22:38:23.188-06:00Just show up with smiles and hugs for everyone!! H...Just show up with smiles and hugs for everyone!! Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone!!Maggie Peplinskinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-46940869711276430302012-11-13T21:35:49.382-06:002012-11-13T21:35:49.382-06:00I always make all the desserts the day before!!
r...I always make all the desserts the day before!!<br /><br />roxannewv@yahoo.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-86406168065357331142012-11-13T21:34:15.193-06:002012-11-13T21:34:15.193-06:00What makes a picture perfect Thanksgiving for me i...What makes a picture perfect Thanksgiving for me is having the whole family together. Of course I love the food, too! Thanks.<br /><br />sharonjo at gwtc dot netsharonjohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13734807285319409144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-59250614574409839882012-11-13T20:13:30.998-06:002012-11-13T20:13:30.998-06:00For a stress free Thanksgiving I always use the Re...For a stress free Thanksgiving I always use the Reynolds Turkey bag to cook the turkey. Then my daughter helps me with the rest of the meal. I have a Wonderful Daughter! She helps me have a stress free Thanksgiving!<br /><br />imtrjrsmom@aol.comLindahttp://www.facebook.com/coolwhip?sk=app_367623273320923#!/profile.php?id=100004479011466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-85979472267673557562012-11-13T20:13:25.965-06:002012-11-13T20:13:25.965-06:00I stick to tried and true recipes, and make sure t...I stick to tried and true recipes, and make sure that I include everyone's favorites. If anyone offers to bring something, I let them.<br />baweatherford@sbcglobal.netbethwhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00218071796815806492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-68190537970433373362012-11-13T19:42:09.262-06:002012-11-13T19:42:09.262-06:00I bake my turkey in a cooking bag. A lot less cle...I bake my turkey in a cooking bag. A lot less clean up that way. Just toss it in the garbage. I also have my family members bring a dish or something that their kids will be sure and eat. <br /><br />lsandes@comcast.netLainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18240850032981027967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-38033731403984947912012-11-13T19:41:47.071-06:002012-11-13T19:41:47.071-06:00I believe that the Golden Rule should be don't... I believe that the Golden Rule should be don't stress, it is a day of Thanksgiving and we need to remember those who do not have whatever we have....we need to remember those affected by "Sandy".<br /><br />linelu55(at)yahoo(dot)comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-73818565083440359712012-11-13T19:28:41.705-06:002012-11-13T19:28:41.705-06:00my golden rule is to live every thanksgiving as if...my golden rule is to live every thanksgiving as if it was the last. i want to cherish every minute cooking,laughing, and eating with my family and friends as we never know what happens year-to-year. this rule shines bright with me each year<br />happy thanksgiving to allAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-8963528331364178812012-11-13T19:27:45.861-06:002012-11-13T19:27:45.861-06:00my golden rule is to live every thanksgiving as if...my golden rule is to live every thanksgiving as if it was the last. i want to cherish every minute cooking,laughing, and eating with my family and friends as we never know what happens year-to-year. this rule shines bright with me each year<br />happy thanksgiving to allAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-5936859837089226882012-11-13T17:49:00.043-06:002012-11-13T17:49:00.043-06:00I love to use my crockpot to make my mashed potato...I love to use my crockpot to make my mashed potatoes. It frees up my cooktop and keeps them warm as well!<br /><br />jenstracke@gmail.comJennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-86174553287614063862012-11-13T17:46:15.507-06:002012-11-13T17:46:15.507-06:00I have a master list I refer to every year, both f...I have a master list I refer to every year, both for Thanksgiving and Christmas it helps me stay organized!I also try to make as many dished ahead of time so that Thanksgiving Day can be relaxing and fun!Nancy Whttp://homefront.prudentliving.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-7405152049208433712012-11-13T16:29:41.813-06:002012-11-13T16:29:41.813-06:00Don't sweat the small stuff!! Enjoy your time...Don't sweat the small stuff!! Enjoy your time together and if the Turkey isn't done by noon, don't worry!! No one is going to starve!!!sshallenbuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07259460583513882871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-58029068884765006582012-11-13T16:29:13.060-06:002012-11-13T16:29:13.060-06:00Remember these are family and friends the people ...Remember these are family and friends the people who love you so relax and also do as much prep work as possible It's all good just enjoy :)<br />dwmarks33@comcast.netDianenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-65195211321802000332012-11-13T15:57:51.603-06:002012-11-13T15:57:51.603-06:00Surround yourself with those you love. Bless the U...Surround yourself with those you love. Bless the U.S.A., the less fortunate and the troops and their families we are so thankful to be serving us.<br />shschmirler@yahoo.comSusannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-34075452857313392112012-11-13T15:49:26.342-06:002012-11-13T15:49:26.342-06:00Surround yourself with those you love. Bless the ...Surround yourself with those you love. Bless the U.S.A., the less fortunate and the troops we are so thankful to have serving us. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8390396285139687239.post-57368344590237966862012-11-13T15:40:41.408-06:002012-11-13T15:40:41.408-06:00My favorite calm music in the background, set the ...My favorite calm music in the background, set the timer once an hour to walk outside & get a breath of fresh air.marlenenoreply@blogger.com