This week we pursue peace with practical tips for a hassle free, low stress Thanksgiving with our special guest, Darcia Scafidi. 

Mashed Potato Recipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/jeff-mauro/the-creamiest-butteriest-tastiest-mashed-potatoes-ever-2656612

Darci’s Thanksgiving Turkey:

-Thawed 10-12 pound turkey

-Butter

-McCormick Montreal Steak Seasoning

-Salt

-Big foil pan

1. Remove giblets and wash turkey inside and out with cold water. 

2. Make a paste using the McCormick Montreal Steak Seasoning and butter. Add steak seasoning and salt to taste. 

3. Evenly distribute the paste inside the turkey cavity. Then, separate and lift up the

skin on the turkey breast and rub paste directly on the breast meat. Finally, rub the entire turkey with the paste.

4. Pin the wings back and tie the legs together.

5. Place the turkey in a large foil pan, and roast at 350 degrees for 2.5 hours or until the juices run clear when you cut between the leg and thigh. Baste bird 2-4 times while cooking.

6. Remove the turkey to a cutting board and cover with aluminum foil; rest for 30 minutes.

7. Slice the turkey. Keeping dark meat together and light meat together, place in a foil pan with a foil lid, and store in insulated cooler (hot box) until ready to serve. 

(Note: This is for a few hours. Turkey should not be left in hot box overnight. Please follow food safety guidelines regarding food temperatures in your Thanksgiving food preparation.) 

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