Preparing Your Thanksgiving Meal

It’s time to start the countdown to Thanksgiving! If you are hosting the big meal for family and friends, there’s a lot to think about. Don’t stress about it, though. Let Butcher Boy help you every step of the way!

It starts with a fresh whole turkey. Depending on how many people you want to feed – or leftovers to have! – we can advise you on the size that’s just right for your crowd. Order it now and pick up your order starting the Monday before Thanksgiving. The same goes for side dishes and desserts. Use our order guide to see the options and quantities we have available.

Roasting your turkey doesn’t have to be a difficult or intimidating task, either. Follow our step-by-step guide for a perfectly cooked turkey, whether you choose to stuff it or not.

Speaking of stuffing, many families have their go-to recipes and preferences for their favorite flavors. Some include sausage, some use cornbread, others call for fruit like dates and apples. If you’d like to try something new this year, bacon parmesan stuffing sure sounds delicious. Can’t decide which direction to go in? Try this basic stuffing recipe, then simply add whatever you’d like.

Do you have some other favorite Thanksgiving recipes you just can’t imagine the holiday dinner without? Consider those traditional flavors, with an update.  Skip the canned cream of mushroom soup and give the standard green bean casserole a slightly more homemade taste with fresh mushrooms and shallots. Adding a pinch of cayenne pepper will give your casserole a kick, no matter which recipe you use. You can even pump up the creaminess of mashed potatoes with cream cheese. It also adds a layer of unexpected flavor without complicating a basic recipe.

Remember to save room for dessert. Apple and pumpkin are the traditional favorites. You can find these and many more pies and scrumptious desserts right at Butcher Boy.

When dinner is finished cooking, don’t be overwhelmed by carving your bird. Follow these simple techniques to get the most meat out of your turkey.

If you’re more interested in spending less time in the kitchen, take a break from cooking and order your entire Thanksgiving meal from Butcher Boy. We do all the prep work and cooking, including the turkey, and have it ready for you to pick up the day before Thanksgiving. All you have to do is heat and serve! We’ll give you instructions for that, too. Call us today!

Cheers to a happy holiday season!