welcome everyone!!!

Looking forward to the holidays

The quality may be best with the first two options

I'm sorry I'm late. I am out of town and was having issues connecting to my friend's wifi.

I would worry it would be dry if you tried cooking it frozen

Thanks for joining us sam!

Has anyone tried calibrating a thermometer before

I try calibrate mine each time I use it

Not all thermometers can be calibrated. Look for the nut!

I still check mine even if they cannot be calibrated to make sure they are reading properly

good point Heidi

You can use boiling water too. Water boils @ 212 degrees F.

I calibrate mine every 2-3 times I use it. And I definitely prefer an analog thermometer over a digital one.

Great point, Heidi. But the ice water method is easier and safer.

AGREE! Expensive is not always better!

Didn’t know that you couldn’t wash bacteria off. No more baths for my turkey!

Great information, Claire! Very nice demo.

Yes, the Somerset Jefferson classroom was taught this a couple of weeks ago and they enjoyed the lesson

tried and true!

I really like making my own herb seasonings in place of salt!

Great idea using spices and herbs instead of extra sugar or salt! I will be using that this year!

Great idea using spices and herbs instead of extra sugar or salt! I will be using that this year!

USDA has a really interesting publication. Washing Raw Poultry: Our Science, Your Choice

Who doesn't love mushy veggies? Growing up, I thought that's how they were supposed to be.

Right Heidi, my mother overcooked all vegetables. It was hard to overcome. ☺️

I like this chart! I would have never known how to substitute measurements correctly

I really love this graphic!

Applesauce is an excellent substitution!

yes we love our sweet potato casserole, but have opted for just baked sweet potatoes

"Regular" mashed potatoes are my jam. With gravy, of course. ;)

I always tell myself that portion control is key but it is so hard to stick to. I love the thought of a healthier version so I can enjoy a bit more over the holiday.

I have tried to limit the starchy veggies at holiday meals

Dorothy, you're making me hungry! Is it Thanksgiving yet?

I know!!! starving now!

Portion control is very hard over the holidays 🙃 \

I agree Claire

Dining with Diabetes has a great Sweet Potato Puff recipe!

Great point, Claire. My friends and I have tried to incorporate more after meal walking into our traditions. Eat turkey, go for a walk, eat pie.

Green Beans, Cranberries and nuts dish

Great ideas Ms. Dorothy

Great UF resource for holiday food safety: /edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/FS260

/edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/FS260

I love that...eat turkey, WALK, eat pie LOL

Drink WATER instead of soda, sweet tea, or punch. Helps to decrease empty calories and sugar intake.

Yes...that gives the sizzle

My grandbaby says..."Sizzle" lol

Vitamin Water is good

Dollar Tree divide plates

A former coworker gave me some of those divided plates. :)

good to see you all , P Vergot

thanks for joining us

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and information.