Hi guys!! I sent out a quick newsletter today and got lots of messages saying the wording was jumbled up. I think it had to do with the new box format I used and after sending it, the boxes were grouped together. Here is the newsletter for all of my subscribers who were not able to read it.
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![]() Happy Thanksgiving!! |
November 21, 2011 | ||||
Here’s to wishing you and your family a fabulous Thanksgiving!! I hope you’ve been working on finalizing that menu or perfecting that special dish you’re going to take. If you are still busy planning, this video of some of my Thanksgiving recipes may help. I have also compiled a blog post of these recipes as wellThanksgiving Checklist 2.) Sit down and go through the recipes and create a cooking plan based on the cooking and prep times of your recipes. Finish up any last minute grocery shopping. Don’t forget to get the pans you will need to cook each dish in. I like to use the aluminum disposable pans. 3.) Set the table. Setting the table early will give you one last thing to worry about. So set the table and cover it with a large table cloth to keep dust or anything else from getting on the table setting. On Thanksgiving, all you will have to do is remove the table cloth covering and everything is good to go. 4.) Start defrosting turkey. If your turkey is frozen, take it out of the freezer and place it into the refrigerator now. Every 5 pounds of turkey needs 24 hours to defrost and at least 8 hours to brine so keep that in mind. Tuesday 1.) Prep the ingredients. Go through your recipes and see what can be made ahead of time. Chop up all of your produce and premix the fillings for your sweet potato and pumpkin pies. Make your homemade pie crusts, wrap them well and refrigerate. Shred cheeses for macaroni and cheese and cook the pasta. Make the cornbread for your dressing. Place all the spices and seasoning you’ll be using that day in a special location. Wednesday 1.) Clean up the house really well. Yep, even vacuum under those couch cushions. 2.) Start making the recipes that taste better the next day or can be reheated well like the collard greens, green beans, cakes, some pies, etc. 3.) Brine the turkey. If you’re using brine, brine the turkey for 8 hours or overnight. Thursday 2.) Cook the turkey slow and low, breast side down. 3.) Get all of your side dishes assembled and ready to go. |
Want printable recipes from my blog? Divas Can Cook Volume 1 is avaliable!!
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what happens when a newlywed finds your website and creates dishes by using your recipes….?
a happy (gaining weight) spouse!!
#thatisall!!!
I am so happy to have found your youtube channel and even more happy to know that you have a site with all of your wonderful recipes. I used your candied yams recipe and it was a great addition to my fantastic meal my daughter and I prepared. Might I add she absolutely loved them. I am so happy for you and am proud to know many young women are reaching levels of success and accomplishment in ways that makes them happy. Happy belated thanksgiving, I know you and your family had a blast…Be blessed in all that you do
Hi Monique, you are truely a diva & I am Thankful for you & your website this Thanksgiving. Although I pride myself on being a great soul food cook, I used several of your recipes this today trying a slighty different version of the way I prepare food. OMGoodness everything came out excellent. My family are very picky eaters, but loved it, & really couldn’t tell the difference. These are the recipes I used. Sweet potatoe pie & crust, banana pudding, cornbread dressing, pecan pie, green beans, & baked macaroni & cheese. Thank You for your generosity & may God continue to you & your hands in all that you do.
monique!!! i just made a sample batch of the homemade rolls; omg perfect; i used the butter shortening; delish:) got my turkey brining; your grandma’s cream cheese pound cake is done;shout out to grandma:) i used just about all your recipes and they all turned out great; happy thanksgiving to you and your fam
I’m making your buttermilk brined turkey and your sister’s mac & cheese!!!! Will definitely let you know how it turns out.
Monique, can you please advise if Mexican vanilla blend is available in most grocery stores…I plan on making your pecan pie!
yes. I get it from Walmart right beside the regular vanilla
(waves to Ateya) I follow you on youtube! LOL
Monique! Thanks for posting those center pieces. I wanted something new on the table this year and those are great examples. They will be lovely along with your mac & cheese!!!
GIRRLLLL!!!! I know i am gonna keep your site in close quarters, along wit my grandma on the phone…lol… I love to cook and I LOVE this site…..Next time i come thru NC on my way to AL. I have just gotta stop by and show u some love.. Blessings to u and your family
I surely wish I was near you Monique, I know you are going to throw down Thursday!!!
Ateya we’d both be obsessed if we lived close to each other lol And yes it’s going down on Thursday!! Happy Thanksgiving hun!!!