A bit of trivia to share over the holidays. Turkey with cranberry sauce was served in 2nd Class at that last dinner before the ship sank in the early morning hours of April 15, 1912. Titanic carried 25,000 lbs of poultry and game on board. Titanic's Roast Turkey A bit of … [Read more...] about Titanic’s Roast Turkey
Christmas Dishes
Turkey Giblet Broth Makes Better Gravy
Ever wonder what you can do with the giblets you pull out from your raw turkey? A thrifty Abbey Cook makes use of all parts of the turkey, so make a broth which will give a flavour boost for your Turkey Pan Gravy. Turkey Giblet Broth Makes Better Gravy Ever wonder what … [Read more...] about Turkey Giblet Broth Makes Better Gravy
Lifesaver Turkey Pan Gravy
Preparing a holiday dinner can be quick stressful so getting the last minute elements together quickly is a lifesaver. Turkey gravy is quite easy to make and far more tasty than store bought gravy products. And if you forgot to buy your powdered gravy packets or can't find … [Read more...] about Lifesaver Turkey Pan Gravy
The Easiest Baked Ham
When our family entertains over the holidays, many guests have come from other family meals so a ham is often a nice change of pace from endless turkey dinners. The best part is that you just throw in the oven and walk away for the day. The leftovers are great to have on hand … [Read more...] about The Easiest Baked Ham
Downton Cooking Lesson: It’s All Gravy
It is Thanksgiving weekend in Canada. The Dowager might very well have asked her American nemesis Martha Levinson “What is Thanksgiving?” The British do not celebrate a one-day feast; instead, there is the month of Harvest Festival events. The Canadian Thanksgiving holiday … [Read more...] about Downton Cooking Lesson: It’s All Gravy