DON’T BECOME A STATISTIC
It’s tragic but true: Thanksgiving weekend is an incredibly dangerous time to be on the road. This stretch of time sees some of the highest rates of drunk-driving-related accidents in the nation, when families are most likely traveling to see their loved ones. We all have a part to play in keeping these senseless accidents from taking place, and it starts with personal accountability. In this age of ride-sharing apps like Uber and Lyft, there is no excuse for getting behind the wheel while intoxicated. Leaving your car at a friend’s house or even getting a parking ticket is a minor inconvenience compared to the life-altering consequences of being charged with a DUI, or worse, causing an accident. Still, there are steps you can take to remove the temptation to drive while intoxicated. Rather than wait to make responsible decisions after the drinks have started to flow, do a little planning beforehand. Designate a sober driver you trust, plan on using a ride-sharing service, or get permission to spend the night. Committing to a plan early will keep you from feeling like you “have” to get home when you’re already buzzed. If you plan on hosting an event this year, there are ways to keep your friends and loved ones safe. Be sure to have non-alcoholic drinks on hand for sober drivers and for those who want to sober up as the party winds down. It can also be a good idea to clarify with the guests who plan to drink how they plan to get home. Be prepared to offer them alternatives. If you have the space, offering a guest room or couch to an inebriated guest can be a lifesaving option. You might also offer to pay for their cab or phone a sober friend or family member to take them home. Again, these may sound like inconveniences, but they are small prices to pay compared to letting a loved one drive drunk. WILL YOU BE DRINKING THIS THANKSGIVING? WILL YOU BE HOSTING A PARTY?
A SIMPLE BRINE FOR SUCCULENT TURKEY
Inspired by Bon Appétit magazine
No matter how you cook your bird for Thanksgiving, it will taste better if you brine it beforehand. Break out your biggest cooler and some ice to ensure that your guests rave about your turkey.
INGREDIENTS
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3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons kosher salt
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2 bay leaves
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 carrot, peeled and diced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 large onion, peeled and diced
1/4 cup celery, diced 2 large sprigs thyme
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1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds (optional)
DIRECTIONS
1. In a large stock pot, bring salt, sugar, and 4 cups water to a boil. Stir until all ingredients are dissolved. 2. Turn off heat and add remaining ingredients. Place brine in the fridge, uncovered, until cold. 3. Add 6 quarts cold water to brine. Add turkey and submerge completely. Brine chilled for up to 72 hours.
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