HOW T O AVO I D F L AME S , F EA T HERS , AND SA LMONE L L A T H I S T HANKSG I V I NG HOL IDAY KI TCHEN SAFETY T I PS
When cooking the turkey, use a food thermometer to ensure it’s fully cooked, and cook all the stuffing contents before sticking them into the turkey. Remember to never handle raw and cooked food together, as it creates a high risk of salmonella. The holiday season is also prime flu season, so wash your hands before and after dinner is served. If you have leftovers, make sure to eat them within three days or put them in the freezer to be preserved longer. Before turning in for the night, make sure all kitchen appliances are turned off and that any sharp objects are put away. If you want more useful kitchen safety tips, be sure to check out NFPA.org!
Make sure your stove is tended to at all times. If you’re shorthanded, set a timer to check on the turkey frequently. If you’re using a gas stove, be aware that they produce an alarming amount of carbon dioxide, so open all your vents and crack your windows two inches. As an extra precaution, place new batteries in your fire alarms to ensure they’re working correctly. Take this as an opportunity to ensure your fire extinguisher is easily accessible and that everyone knows how to use it. If you’re going the deep-fryer route and experience a grease fire, don’t use water to douse the flames, as it will only cause the fire to spread. Turn off the burner and cover the fire with baking soda. Appliances like your stove, oven, and crockpot can cause severe burns, so restrict the area to adults only.
Thanksgiving is the perfect occasion to spend time with loved ones, but it can also be an opportunity for mishaps. According to the National Fire Protection Association, “Three times as many home cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving as on a typical day.” So, here are a few ways you can avoid the ER and the fire department this Thanksgiving.
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between 2009 and 2013. So, think of this year’s game as game 11 in an 11-game series. The rivalry has, in recent memory, been more competitive than the Commonwealth Cup. Last year’s game was played at Clemson and was the first Palmetto Bowl I watched. To my surprise, USC went toe-to-toe with Clemson for most of the game until finally giving in to the eventual national champs. This year’s matchup could be even more competitive. Clemson has struggled in some ACC games, such as narrowly escaping UNC. At the same time, USC has shown signs of being dangerous, beating Georgia on the road in Athens and giving Florida a run for their money in Columbia. And, of course, the home-field advantage goes to the Gamecocks this year. Nevertheless, I think Clemson has too much firepower for the Gamecocks, who’ve displayed a knack for fading down the stretch in big games. My prediction: Clemson 24–South Carolina 20 -Kevin W. Mottley
THE BEST LEFTOVER TURKEY SANDWICH
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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1/3 cup leftover dressing or stuffing
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2 slices sourdough bread 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp leftover gravy
1 tbsp butter, room temperature Note: Don’t worry if you don’t have all the leftovers required.
2 slices Swiss cheese
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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