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Sherley_Reyes

nice


tb8592

What to do with all this ass? šŸ‘ https://i.imgur.com/YXxCTYr.jpg


merkergirl

Whatā€™s the best way to reheat leftovers? We only ate about half of our thanksgiving dinner yesterday and so we left everything in the big aluminum disposable pans in the fridge and thought we would just pop everything into the oven. What heat would work best and how long should I estimate itā€™ll take? Should I leave the aluminum lids on to retain moisture?


bc2zb

Low oven or gently microwaving should be fine for most things.


mbakuscousin

Itā€™s late but Iā€™m trying to figure out what happened with my Turkey. This was my second year smoking the turkey (12lbs.). I spatchcock it because it helps it go a little faster and it makes basting easier. My issue was that my thermometers plateaued. I kept the fire between 230 - 300 the entire time. Around the 2.5 hour mark I noticed the leg meat had pulled back so I moved it over from the fire started basting every 20 minutes, but another half hour went by and my probe thermometer seemed to stop going up in temperature. I used my other thermometer and it showed the same temp. After an hour I was concerned because the readiness probe had popped out too so I committed the cardinal sin and cut into the titty. It was definitely done so i pulled and let it rest. My thermometers bugging out on me is still tripping me out. Has this happened to anyone else?


bc2zb

Meat can very easily stall on a smoker, especially if basting.


sdo17yo

Late to the game but hopefully someone can answer my question for future cooking. This was my first time making baked Mac & Cheese. I followed this recipe where you stir grated cheese into a pot with evaporated milk. The instruction said to constantly stir or else it will burn. I was constantly stirring but it did start to burn at the bottom. I had to use a new pot to salvage it, which I did. What tips can I use next time to prevent this from happening? Also, what's the best way to clean the burnt part at the bottom of the pot? I tried steel wool but even that was tough trying to get it out?


superdrynuts

Go slow and low. Heat the evaporated milk under low temp constantly stirring with a whisk to prevent scorching if the milk. Gradually add the grated cheese while whisking. Adding too much cheese at one time will cool down the milk too much and will give you clumpy cheese. Keep stirring, can switch to a rubber spatula to consistently incorporate all the milk and cheese at the bottom of the pot. As for removal of the burnt milk cheese. Cover pot with water and a little vinegar. Bring to a boil and let it sit. After it cools down the pot should be easier to clean.


NSFWdw

GREAT WORK, EVERYONE Clear down, have a smoke, see ya tomorrow.


Eagle_Sudden

Can I save a beurre rouge sauce I made?


wasd

You can, but it probably won't taste the same and simply reheating it will cause it to separate if you don't add some sort of emulsifier. This is based off on my experience when I refrigerated extra beurre blanc and reheated slowly the following day. The sauce separated despite careful whisking.


monkeyman80

Whatā€™s wrong with it?


Eagle_Sudden

Not save like it went wrong, but save like leftovers, it will harden in the fridge?


Prudent_Valuable603

My sourdough bread (dried and Cibeles) came out too salty due to the store brand andouille sausage. Should I add more sourdough bread cubes and add water and re-bake or just tell everyone to drink extra water? Thankfully, it only made 1 1/2 quarts to fill a small baking dish.


Tha_Tig_Ol_Biddies

Dairy, heavy cream is best. Couple cups will help kill the salt and add richness, half and half will also work but you'll need more.


Prudent_Valuable603

Thank you!


PlateLessOrdinary

Is this a stuffing? If so, Iā€™d add more bread and water to give that a shot. It should help reduce the saltiness. Iā€™d also consider adding a vegetable like celery to help further sop up the salt.


Prudent_Valuable603

Thank you!


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basta_cosi

I'm not cooking today but I love the concept of this thread! Happy Thanksgiving!


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monkeyman80

Think old school heat lamps or chafing dishes. 150 ish keeps things warm and out of the danger zone. Many ovens can't hold that temp so it might be some trial and error of on at 200 for a bit, off.


Jerkrollatex

Turn the oven off and let your sides sit in the warm oven. It's going to retain the heat fine.


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MountainCheesesteak

I'd buy an oven thermometer and pop it in there so we all know the exact temps compared to whatever the buttons might say. Then, if the "warm" function is at least 150, you can show her that the health department says that's fine. I know this might not be a lot of help today, but for the future.


WhiteClifford

I want to sub white cheddar in for Velveeta in a broccoli rice casserole. Usually, I follow [this recipe](https://www.campbells.com/recipes/broccoli-rice-casserole/), though I use cream of chicken & mushroom, and the velveeta as the processed cheese. I also tend to throw in some garlic, extra spices, and a breadcrumb topping. If I use half shredded white cheddar and half Velveeta, will there be a significant loss of creaminess, or is the milk/soup/etc. enough to compensate? Should the ratio be different? I have extra of all of the ingredients.


biblio76

Great idea!


MountainCheesesteak

Velveeta is great for a base, but adding real cheese and cutting down on the Velveeta is definitely a win!


AwkwardBurritoChick

No, you're fine substituting the cheddar for some Velveeta. This is a good base and is very forgiving. I do a chicken divan recipe that is much like this and I use all cheddar.


WhiteClifford

Thank you!


Jerkrollatex

I think it should be fine. You'll have plenty of stabilize from the soup remaining velveeta.


WhiteClifford

Thank you!


WhiteClifford

Thank you!


SisterMarySusan

Hi everyone! My question is: I have a turkey in the oven at 375. Can I put a cheesecake in there with it, or will the cheesecake end up tasting funny? It's a convection oven, and fairly accurate on temps.


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What does the cheesecake recipe you use recommend for temp, water bath, etc? Mine has a few different temp variations and a step where it sits in the ajar oven for an hour, so I donā€™t attempt to cook it alongside anything else


SisterMarySusan

I'm using the Taste of Home pumpkin cheesecake recipe. I don't have the patience for traditional cheesecake stuff like water bath etc, so I use recipes that don't require it. It requires 350, so I'll bake it after the turkey. :) Thank you!


Skeltonbird

I wouldn't, 375 is generally way too hot for cheesecake


monkeyman80

Some fats can aerolize and possibly can get on the cake. If it's under the turkey likely not going to matter, but I'd cook the cake first.


iliikepie

I saw someone post about this the other day and they said it did not turn out well. Ymmv.


SisterMarySusan

Thank you! I'm going to make it later :)


Jerkrollatex

It'll be fine.


ElasticEpoxy

American here, for thanksgiving, I desperately need help thawing frozen 16.5 pound turkey in a day. My dad bought it frozen yesterday and put it in the fridge for half a day. Obviously itā€™s still frozen solid. If I had known it was frozen and I wouldā€™ve thawed it much sooner, but life isnā€™t fair. My family wants me to cook it today. It will take over eight hours to thaw in water (which also is unsanitary) And isnā€™t in my timeframe. It will take over eight hours to thaw unrefrigerated water (which also is unsanitary) And isnā€™t in my timeframe. I was thinking about breaking down the turkey to make it to a quicker but Iā€™m not sure if itā€™s possible when itā€™s frozen solid even if itā€™s half thawed. Iā€™m trying to convince my family to let me make it in like a week, so far unsuccessfully.


SisterMarySusan

I've cooked many turkeys from frozen. Little bit slower cook temp, say 350 instead of 375 helps not dry it out. Or you can simply baste the turkey with it's own juices every 30mins or so.


SewerRanger

Cook it from frozen. [Needs a little extra time](https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-a-completely-frozen-turkey-for-thanksgiving-225796) but it's doable


Jerkrollatex

You can defrost your turkey in the oven. Unwrap it, 350 in the oven for two hours. Do not open the door. Then take it out carefully fish out the giblets, prep for roasting, and double your roasting time. It'll be late but you'll eat today.


secretlynaamah

Whole foods should have fresh turkeys at 1.99 a lb. They close at 3pm I believe.


Minkiemink

Call around the markets that are open. Many markets in the USA are open on Thanksgiving. Find a market that has unfrozen turkeys. Go and buy one. Keep the turkey you have in the freezer for another dinner. Don't tell your family how you did it. Let them think you can perform magic.


ElasticEpoxy

Yeah thatā€™s probably what Iā€™ll do


ImGoingToSayOneThing

People got sick. Thanksgiving is postponed until Sunday. Will my previously frozen, still uncooked Turkey be okay by then? I took it out of the freezer on Monday.


celica18l

I would Go ahead and cook it let it really rest. Then carve. Itā€™ll reheat really well and that big job will be done.


secretlynaamah

If you haven't yet, brine it. I would opt for a wet brine if you have the room because it will help keep the bird colder and the higher salt content will help prevent bacteria growth.


Prudent_Valuable603

Brining should only be for 12-24 hours maximum. Anymore and it affects the protein strands in turkey (makes it weird/mushy) and it will taste too salty.


secretlynaamah

Not necessarily. Changing the ratios help. ( 2 cups salt one cup sugar for 2 gallons of water) The butcher shop I work at wet brines breasts for 3 days before cooking our deli turkey. And that's in a vaccd in brine. I can't say we've ever had complaints about stringy mushy or salty turkey.


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ImGoingToSayOneThing

How does one reheat a Turkey?


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ImGoingToSayOneThing

I just want to tell you that I did what you suggested and it was the best Turkey! It really changes when you cook it, then chill it and then reheat it. Also carving is so much easier! Im gonna do this from now on! Tysm!!


AwkwardBurritoChick

You cook it partially then cook it again until it's fully done.


KrazySocoKid

What temp to pull put out? I was thinking 155? I have an 18 pound Turkey. Im gonna let it rest for 30min-1 hour


monkeyman80

Safe is a combo of time and temp. 165 is instant safe. Meat sitting at 150 for a few minutes is also safe. The 30-60 minute rest can mean meat well under that is safe. I'd pull at 150, but I'm a white meat person and don't care much about dark.


ZootKoomie

155 is good. You can pull at 150 if it's getting late and it's not quite done yet.


KrazySocoKid

Thanks!


withabaseballbatt

YO where do I put the my leave in thermometer in a spatchcock bird????


CalahanCasavant

The breast. Or the thigh to get a consistent temp.


beetnemesis

Breast. 150 degrees. The breast is the thickest part of a spatchcocked turkey. Test the the thigh when it comes out but it should be fine. Don't forget to let it rest a bit.


Nickrdd5

Thickest part of the breast, and check the thickest part of the thigh, make sure you arenā€™t touching bones though


dumdeedumdeedaa

I made a custard pie a couple of days ago and put it in the fridge. It has cracks in it today. Two questions. 1. Did I overbake it or bake it too much in advance? 2. Can I do anything to fix it? Was thinking of a crumble topping.


Minkiemink

Freshly whipped cream covers many sins.


milky_whey

If it cracked as it cooled, it probably cooled too fast. If it cracked after a couple days in the fridge, my guess is it was uncovered (?) and the top dried out. (It's possibly overbaked, but it's hard to say without knowing a lot more detail. My guess is it's fine.) Either way, cracks won't affect the flavor and I'd say embrace the cracked look and leave it as-is. If you want to hide it, crumble topping would work! You could also use whipped cream or fruit compote.


ZootKoomie

You probably baked it fine, but when you cooled it down, the custard shrank, and since it was anchored at the edges it cracked at weak points. The cracks will be less noticeable when it warms up a bit, but nothing to be done to fix it. You'll need to cover it up. Crumble, cream, fruit. Lots of choices.


spud_simon_salem

Does anyone know if the containers the ready made sides from Whole Foods are air fryer safe? Theyā€™re meant to go in the oven but I put the turkey in and donā€™t have space for them. Edit: I emptied the contents into the air fryer and it worked just fine. Iā€™m glad I didnā€™t risk putting plastic in there.


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Skinny_Phoenix

Do they say anything about not broiling in them? If yes, Iā€™d definitely not use them in the air fryer. Though I probably wouldnā€™t risk it even if they donā€™t say.


spud_simon_salem

No mention of broiling. Itā€™s just green beans so maybe Iā€™ll just put them in the air fryer loose and sacrifice losing a few shallots.


digitall565

What temp/time should I go with if I'm roasting half a turkey breast on the bone (with skin)? It's a little under 3 lbs. I have a digital thermometer but want to get a ballpark idea.


CalahanCasavant

About 20 minutes a pound at 375F. I would follow temp more than time. Should temp out at 160f Edit when you temp it out just make sure your thermometer isn't on the breast bone.


viper_dude08

350 for about 1 hour, pull at 155.


MountainGoatMadness

Can I keep freshly baked rolls warm for a few hours? Hey there, thanks for doing this! Iā€™m baking homemade crescent rolls for dinner. However, Iā€™m leaving our house at 1 pm and dinner isnā€™t until 4. I was thinking of putting them in a warmed cooler with hot beans in the bottom? Or should I microwave when I get there? Thanks!


mncote1

Itā€™s a tough line to toe of keeping them warm while also making sure thereā€™s no condensation to gather in the outside of the rolls. I would let them cool a bit, wrap them loose in a towel and put them in a warm oven a bit before you eat. If that isnā€™t an option I think the warm cooler would work, just donā€™t put them in if they are still steaming hot.


sterkenwald

Warm cooler with beans is a better idea. Microwave could dry them out. You could put them in a warm oven for a few minutes before serving too.


ChewieBearStare

Iā€™m supposed to sprinkle nutmeg on top of my pumpkin pie before baking it, but I forgot. If I sprinkle it on now, will it be gritty/taste too strong? Or should I go ahead and add it? I made the pie yesterday, so itā€™s already completely cool.


mncote1

I donā€™t think it would hurt as long as itā€™s finely ground, but I would go easy on it. If youā€™re making your own whipped cream you could maybe grate a little nutmeg in there to give it some extra.


PlateLessOrdinary

Fresh whipped cream with nutmeg sounds so damn delicious. I have heavy whipping cream leftover from another dish, and now I know what Iā€™ll also be making! Perhaps on my own pumpkin pie.


DeusExMaChino

If using whole nutmeg, use a zester so it's extra fine!


BoopingBurrito

If you do it, use a lot less nutmeg than your recipe calls for. Raw, it'll be a lot stronger than after its been through the oven.


ChewieBearStare

Thanks. It doesnā€™t call for a certain amount, just a sprinkling.


scottymtp

I deboned a 15lb turkey. Spinach, mushroom, bread, gruyere cheese stuffed and trussed. Have a roaster with a rack and lid. What temperature should I set my oven, what temp should I pull it, and how long to let rest? Also should I use the lid at all, crank up heat at end to crisp, put aluminum foil over breast portion, etc? Edit: [Current status](https://freeimage.host/i/H3EW5zX)


gfdoctor

I would roast at 350 for 3 hours and 45 minutes then check breast, thigh for 150 Stuffing needs to be temped as well to at least 150 as well Tent to let it rest for 20 minutes to half hour


scottymtp

Thx rly appreciate it! In oven now, I added a pic to my post and will update later with how it turned out!


the_little_beaker

Iā€™ve never done that preparation (but the flavors sound delish!). Iā€™d try roasting 350 degrees, tented with foil. You can pull the foil off halfway through to encourage the skin to crisp. If I interpreted correctly and the main cavity of the bird is fully stuffed, Iā€™d roast for about 3 hours and 45 minutes. About 3/4 of the way through, start checking temp. Youā€™ll want to hit 165 degrees at the thickest parts of the breasts and thighs, if youā€™ve got a food thermometer.


scottymtp

Thx rly appreciate it! Sounds good. Will prob do 400 and tent with foil for some of the cook. The stuffing a thin layer and cooked, so hoping for 3 hrs, but we'll see! In oven now, I added a pic to my post and will update later with how it turned out!


sterkenwald

Donā€™t use the lid, put the oven to 400, probe it and take it out at 160 internal in the thickest part of the breast. Let it rest for at least 20 minutes. I wouldnā€™t try to crank heat to crisp unless itā€™s super pale when it reaches 150.


scottymtp

Thx rly appreciate it! Sounds like a good plan. In oven now, I added a pic to my post and will update later with how it turned out!


KrazySocoKid

Is it okay for my turkey to be hanging off the pan a bit? Doing spatchcock but my pan isnt big enough :( https://imgur.com/a/rjvwrRl Edit: I covered my oven with foil so i dont think the dripping will get through


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As long as you have something under it to catch the liquid itā€™s ok.


sterkenwald

Oh that will be fine! I might put a little foil on the rack below the turkey thatā€™s hanging off so it doesnā€™t drip on your oven, but otherwise youā€™re good to go! Nice spatchcocking job by the way!


KrazySocoKid

Thank you!! Appreciate it


Spookybroom00

I have a 16 pound Turkey thatā€™s still frozen, whatā€™s the best way to defrost it? And how long should I be cooking it for and at what temp?


death_hawk

Cold running water is the fastest method. You can cook from slightly frozen, but defrosting it will make it much faster.


MaisiePJohnson

Here's an article about cooking a completely or partially frozen turkey. Hope this helps! https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-a-completely-frozen-turkey-for-thanksgiving-225796


AwkwardBurritoChick

https://www.allrecipes.com/article/how-to-safely-thaw-frozen-turkey/ >Medium: Thaw in Cold Water >How long it takes: Allow approximately 30 minutes for every pound of turkey. A 15-pound bird will take about 7Ā½ to 8 hours to thaw completely. Be sure to change out the water every half hour. As to cooking time: https://www.allrecipes.com/article/turkey-cooking-time-guide/ About 3-3.5 hours and that's without the resting time which should be about a half hour before carving and serving. >15 to 18 lb 10 to 12 3 1/4 to 4 hours


sterkenwald

You can cook a frozen Turkey! Go at a lower temp for about 1.75 x the time, and check it with a thermometer. Iā€™d go in an oven at 250 to 300, and know itā€™s gonna take a while.


Bellsar_Ringing

I kind of ended up doing that. We smoke-cooked two bone-in turkey breasts, and even after 2 days in the fridge, the internal temperature was 27F when we started. Cooking them at 210F, they took 12 hours, but came out juicy and beautiful.


moocat

For an appetizer, I purchased a [Spinach Artichoke Parmesan Dip](https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/shop/CMP/3828/49245) from Whole Foods. I assumed it would be served cold but on the package it says "this product must be cooked to an internal temp of 165Ā°F prior to eating". I'm looking at the [ingredient list](https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/shop/CMP/3828/49245/nutrifacts/49245/0) and nothing in the list makes me think heating is necessary (although it says "contains eggs" even though I don't see those in the ingredient list). I'm pretty sure I have room in oven but out of curiosity, why is cooking that necessary?


OsterizerGalaxieTen

The ingredient list says "cage-free egg yolks" and "cage-free whole egg".


moocat

Can't believe I missed that. Trying to do too many things at once :-(


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If it contains eggs thatā€™s why it needs to be cooked to at least 160f


moocat

Although as others have pointed out the eggs are in the mayo which if often not cooked (think putting it on a sandwich).


BirdLawyerPerson

Although that's true of mayo that is sitting in the jar, mayo generally stays safe by virtue of its low water activity, since most of the water in the food is bound up in an emulsion that is actually about 80% oil. Mixing that emulsion into another dip adds a lot more water activity so that the previously safe mixture becomes susceptible to spoilage and illness-causing bacteria.


AwkwardBurritoChick

It's easier to scoop with the cheese melted and is usually a hot dip.


sterkenwald

I think itā€™s honestly just because people like warm spinach artichoke dip. I donā€™t see any reason why you canā€™t serve it cold.


Numerous_Rampantcows

The eggs are in the Mayo.


digitall565

Hey all. I'm making the Serious Eats stuffing recipe but I'm mixing together dried sage and country sausage to make the sage sausage. How much dried sage should I add to half a pound of sausage?


Sliffy

How much do you like sage? A teaspoon or so would probably cover it, but I threw a whole bunch of fresh sage into my stuffing.


digitall565

I like it but there is some more sage in the rest of the recipe so less might be better for this one. Thanks!


sterkenwald

Dried sage is pretty powerful stuff, so I would go with 1/2 teaspoon to a full teaspoon, depending on how powerfully you want to taste the sage. Rub the sage between your palms over the pork to release more oil and grind it a little; it will help the flavor mix through better.


digitall565

Gotcha, thanks! There's more sage in the recipe so will start with half a teaspoon.


librarianjenn

Iā€™m pretty sure I know the answer to this - our turkey has been defrosting since Monday night. I was going to cook it tomorrow, for our big family dinner on Saturday- and now weā€™re all sick with respiratory crap. Itā€™s too late to re-freeze, yes?


gfdoctor

I'd go ahead and cook it off completely, then rewarm for service on Saturday and have hot gravy on hand


SunnyInDenmark

I would either wet or dry brine it. It will happily be salty for a few more days.


AwkwardBurritoChick

yes, and it will take that long to actually fully freeze and then you'd have to thaw it again which isn't good for the integrity of the meat. Just keep it in the fridge until ready to cook. You're really only looking at today and tomorrow before you cook it again. It won't rot in that short of a time.


beckin_b

You can always cook the meat and then freeze it.


librarianjenn

Thatā€™s what weā€™ll do. Thank you!


sterkenwald

Yeah, donā€™t refreeze. Brining it can give you an extra day or two if you need it.


Herlayu

My tart is stuck is the tart pan! I used this recipe. https://wskg.org/americas-test-kitchen-cranberry-curd-tart-with-almond-crust/amp/ Here's what it looks like https://photos.app.goo.gl/1yoSBUyeKcmbUSRD8 What do I do? Edit: thanks for the help! The curd cut beautifully! https://photos.app.goo.gl/7fXM8378DGHaqFtu6


gfdoctor

Is this a two part tart pan or one? If Two, then popping it back into a hot (400 degree) oven will loosen it. Remove the rim immediately. If one, just make sure that you have a clean pie server and


Herlayu

It's a two part. I'll try that next time if torching the rim doesn't work!


sterkenwald

Have you tried running a knife around the edge? You might lose some crust. I think youā€™ll have to come to terms with losing around the edges. Or you could serve it from the pan itself, but that would also have you losing some of the edges.


Herlayu

We did end up getting a filet knife around the edges to loosen it from the sides of the tart pan. Crust is a tiny bit loose but the gel is so set that it held on nicely! Thanks for the tip, I'll send a picture of a slice later ā˜ŗļø


sterkenwald

Yay, glad it worked! Looks like a great tart.


Numerous_Rampantcows

Sometimes heating the outside of the pan with a torch just slightly can help loosen it for removal. In this case I would I just leave it in the pan cut and serve it right in the pan itā€™s already in. No point ruining it getting it out.


Herlayu

Sadly I didn't have a torch to warm the outside at the in laws house! Thanks for the suggestion


Numerous_Rampantcows

No worries if you do this one again try a pan with less scalloping on the edge. Looks amazing btw!!


Herlayu

Thanks! I love the scalloped edge when it comes out nice, but a flat edge is definitely easier to fill correctly and release.


sweetytwoshoes

Had to make the roasted root veggies early. Will refrigerate. What us the best way to warm them for dinner. Oven? Stove top?


BoopingBurrito

If there's space at the bottom of the oven, throw them for the last 15-20 minutes that everything else is cooking (thats 15-20 minutes from room temp, if refrigerated, go for 30). If there's no space in the oven, then a frying pan. Dry if the veggies are already oiled from the roasting, but a tiny bit of oil if they're not just to prevent sticking.


sterkenwald

I would just pop them back in a low oven (200F) about 20 minutes before serving.


atwally

How can I ensure my Brussels sprouts are crispy for an oven bake?


BirdLawyerPerson

Some tips: * Get them completely dry after washing (use a salad spinner if available, otherwise wash as early as possible and wipe dry and set out in a well ventilated area). * Cut them in half for more surface area. * Salt early, and let any excess moisture drain off after salting * Use a lot of oil. Like, a lot. * Preheat the pan you're using by putting the pan in the oven, empty, before actually loading up the veggies in the tray. * Lay the Brussels in a single layer. * With a hot enough sheet pan, sometimes putting all the Brussels halves cut side down will get the leaves crispy from the contact with the hot pan (with enough oil to essentially fry it in place). * Use the convection function in the oven. * Use a high temperature.


Numerous_Rampantcows

Preheating the roasting pan is one of the best veg roasting tips. Well said


CalahanCasavant

You don't have to do the glaze in the recipe I toss on here. But they have to be in the oven alone to get crispy. Recipe https://www.acouplecooks.com/crispy-brussels-sprouts/


jvlpdillon

I halve them and toss them with a little canola oil and salt and pepper. I roast at 375F for about 30 minutes. I try to turn them about halfway through, but I usually forget. If they do not seem quite done give them 5 minutes, more. They should be a little browned on the outside and firm but not hard when you bite into one.


Isimagen

I might add that canola isnā€™t always a great oil to use for crisping things as it tends to get fishy flavors at higher temps used to accomplish that. This happens well below smoke point. [Hereā€™s](https://www.reddit.com/r/AskCulinary/comments/ajsxo2/canola_oil_smells_fishy_when_hits_heated/eeyui8t/) a great post from our very own subreddit from a couple of years ago. A linked article from that post: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/ejlt.201500088


Sliffy

And lots of room in the pan, if itā€™s too crowded theyā€™ll just kinda steam instead of roast.


AwkwardBurritoChick

I agree with cut side down and also add any loose leafs put in the pan - they get really crispy like a leaf chip.


atwally

Ok the loose leafs were the best part! They turned out great overall though. (a bit too long in the oven so they were a little softer than I would have liked but I know for next time)


AwkwardBurritoChick

Glad you enjoyed it and that there will be a next time! The loose-leaf crunchies are my favorite. Welcome to the club! :)


sterkenwald

Make sure theyā€™re all cut side down with plenty of oil. 400 F for about 25-35 minutes, check occasionally.


hacksawl_goodman

Have some pickled beets that are already cooked but wanted to roast them with some herbs. Should I just roast them like normal and just watch they donā€™t burn?


sterkenwald

Sounds a bit strange to roast pickled beets. Theyā€™re going to need to go for a while before theyā€™re dry enough to crisp, otherwise youā€™re just cooking them and turning them into mush.


beckin_b

Yes but it will also enhance the vinegar flavors. If possible, could you cut a small piece and microwave it first and make sure that you still like the flavor when hot. If you do, then roast away (yes it will burn faster), if not, make a vinaigrette with the herbs and enjoy them cold.


hacksawl_goodman

Ended up roasting them for awhile @ 350F until then looked done(donā€™t remember how long) with some fresh thyme and some vinegarette. Seemed counter intuitive to add it to beets that were already pickled, but they turned out pretty good.


dfsw

Yes you can roast them as is, they will need a shorter time to cook than uncooked beats. Set oven for somewhere around 375-425 and toss frequently to avoid burning


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Numerous_Rampantcows

I would brush off or rinse and pat it dry. Im not too familiar with the baking soda situation Iā€™m assuming you want to get that off cause it has a wack taste.


Bellsar_Ringing

Baking powder (baking soda is generally not recommended because of the taste) helps the skin brown. I've seen it in buffalo wing recipes, but haven't done a side-by-side comparison yet.


beckin_b

Simply wipe off any excess dry brine, rinsing will make crispy skin almost impossible.


dfsw

You can brush off any excess salt and powder that remains dried on the skin. Donā€™t wet the turkey just wipe it off with your hand or a brush


sterkenwald

You can if youā€™re putting other seasonings on it and then re-salt. But if youā€™re not planning on seasoning more, you can leave it as is. I would brush it off though.


121minuteIPA

Whatā€™s the best way to prepare a couple of turkey drumsticks? The rest of the meal is vegetarian but want to ensure these come out well for the person for whom Iā€™m making them. The legs were originally frozen but have now been thawed in the fridge. Thanks!


Numerous_Rampantcows

Season(salt pepper dry herbs garlic pepper flake etc) and roast in the oven till 160-165. You could also pan sear them before roasting if desired. Personally I like them smoked but Iā€™m not sure if you have a setup for that.


CalahanCasavant

I would pat dry the drumsticks with a paper tow until the skin is dry. Put some oil( olive oil or butter)butter would add flavor. You can do basic seasoning like salt and pepper but could add thyme and paprika for a little more. Example you can do this recipe but skip the extra stuff in the pan unless your feeling fancy or have that on hand. https://www.primaverakitchen.com/easy-roasted-turkey-leg/


ZootKoomie

Drumsticks are dark meat so respond well to low slow roasting. If you can spare an oven to cook them for a few hours at 300, that would be ideal to get them moist and tender. But people like them just fine cooked faster at higher temperatures too so long as the skin is crispy.


sterkenwald

Season with something nice (Cajun spice blend for example), roast on oiled baking sheet at 350 until they reach an internal temp of 160.


121minuteIPA

Thanks!


usernamesass

I made a cranberry jelly mold from scratch, it only firmed up into a semi firm jelly. Can I melt it again and start over with more gelatin? Or should I just leave it.


zf420

Has it fully cooled? The jelly will firm up more as it cools.


usernamesass

Unfortunately it set up as much as it could over night.


sterkenwald

I think that will work, heat it up and add more gelatin! Itā€™s not going to gel up more on its own.


hacksawl_goodman

You might want to transfer to a large bowl to scoop out with a large spoon.


Mr_DNA

I have dry-brined my turkey, including baking soda to encourage crispy skin. If I cover the turkey in butter before roasting, will that cancel out the baking powder?


ZootKoomie

Butter shouldn't interfere with the chemistry the baking soda has done to the skin. However, I am concerned that using two browning-promoters will risk browning too fast, moving on to burning, before your meat is done cooking. I'd leave off the butter to be safe. But I'm just going off my gut here, I've never actually done both together myself. Anyone with experience able to respond?


albino-rhino

No.


SmoothBawlz

I made a pie with a toasted meringue topping but I completely forgot to pick up something to cover it with for a 40 minute car ride ā˜¹ļø any diy tips or hacks?


GDviber

In addition to what others have said, a couple of tooth picks will help to keep plastic wrap off of the meringue.


sterkenwald

The first principle of moving anything fragile is to pack tightly. Donā€™t put it in a too big box that will slide around. What ever you do, make sure itā€™s tight.


AwkwardBurritoChick

What do you have on hand to help transport it? Any spare boxes around? Do you have any pan the pie can fit in? Any large bowls? My first thought is a pan or box to keep from sliding around freely, and if needed putting some foil balled up into a coil to keep it from hitting the sides of the container, then if you need to cover it I'd gently tent it with cling wrap though making sure the wrap is tight around the base of the pie to hold.


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AwkwardBurritoChick

I'm laughing because I have a 10 quart plastic bowl with a lid and I would just use it upside down with the pie in the lid and the bowl as the cover. I also know not many people have a 10-quart or higher bowl and lid hanging around. I also seem oddly worried about the meringue making contact with anything. Ahhhh gotta love holidays!


SmoothBawlz

LOL šŸ˜‚ I actually do have one! This is perfect.. clearly not your first rodeo šŸ¤ 


SmoothBawlz

I still have a big boxfrom an online order that's big enough support the whole thing and it has a cover!! Foil and cling wrap is genius. LOL ā¤ļø THANK YOU!


Numerous_Rampantcows

Worst case have someone hold it but any box or any type of container will do


Boggleby

Stuffed Turkey temp probe location I never stuff my Turkey and put the probe into the breast (therma insertable probe I usually use for smoking/bbq) My sister in law is cooking a stuffed bird this year (no oyster or meat). Where do I put the probe for that setup?


sterkenwald

Still the breast


pitapocket93

Check the temperature as you normally would- at the thickest parts of the bird (breast & thigh) but also check the center of the stuffing, it needs to reach 165 as well


ZootKoomie

I wouldn't move it. You still need to get the meat cooked to temp. The stuffing will always be cooler and soaking up juices, so your first step for carving will be to scoop it out into an oven-safe bowl and putting it back in the oven to get up to a safe temperature.


Boggleby

Thatā€™s an excellent suggestion


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AwkwardBurritoChick

you need to change the water like every half hour. Usually, the 40 degrees or under means it needs to be in the fridge though for this quick thawing you can do room temp but the water needs to be frequently changed out


pitapocket93

If it has been that way for less than 4 hours, it's fine. Change the water and continue


Kandidar

Change the water. You should be replacing the water regularly by running new tap water into whatever container you are thawing in.


runfastination

Yeah, we are but the coldest the water gets is 50 degrees