THE DO’S AND DON’TS OF THANKSGIVING SCRAPS FOR YOUR PETS TO FEED OR NOT TO FEED?
Sometimes it feels like Thanksgiving was built for family and food. Because our pets are an extension of our family, we want them to join in the festivities. When they’re under the table nudging you for scraps, it can be hard to say no. We all fall victim to puppy dog eyes, but here’s some advice on what’s okay to sneak to them and what you should avoid feeding your furry friends. DO’S Plain turkey is fine to feed your pets. However, it is best to remove the fat and skin, stick with white meat, and never give them bones. Potatoes are also fine in moderation, especially if they’re baked. If they’re mashed with lots of ingredients like cheese and butter, just a taste is plenty because dairy can upset some stomachs. The same goes for macaroni and cheese — in moderation and with more macaroni than cheese. Cranberry sauce is also a tasty side, but again, only in small amounts due to its high natural sugar content. But you can keep on passing those green beans! They’re a healthy treat, so if they’re your least favorite part of the casserole, pick them out for your pets! DON’TS Anything containing alliums, like onions, garlic, leeks, and scallions, should be avoided. Large quantities can lead to toxic anemia, so
it’s best to keep stuffing and any other side dishes containing them out of paws’ reach. Anything excessively sweet, like baked goods, should also not be fed to your pets, especially if they contain artificial sweeteners, which can be deadly to dogs. Finally, while you may be welcome to imbibe wine and other spirits, they should never be shared with your pets. We urge you to include your pets in your holiday fun this year, but always try to keep them safe. If you want them to indulge like the rest of your family, just keep their serving sizes to a minimum. As for yourself, pile it on, get out your stretchy pants, and enjoy!
THE BEST LEFTOVER TURKEY SANDWICH MOE'S MUNCHIES
BREAK TAKE A
Thanksgiving may be held on Thursday, but the food often lasts at least through the weekend. To make the best use of the excess, grill up some killer turkey sandwiches.
INGREDIENTS
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2 slices sourdough bread 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
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1/3 cup leftover dressing or stuffing
2 tbsp leftover gravy
2 slices Swiss cheese
1 tbsp butter, room temperature Note: Don’t worry if you don’t have all the leftovers required.
1/3 cup shredded leftover turkey 3 tbsp leftover cranberry sauce
DIRECTIONS
1. Coat inside of each bread slice with mustard and a slice of cheese. Place turkey and cranberry sauce on one slice and dressing and gravy on the other. 2. Combine sandwich and spread butter on both sides. 3. In a panini maker or large skillet, grill until crispy and golden brown. 4. Slice and serve.
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