In my family (West coast USA by way of Missouri) we call the bird organs giblets too. My Mom and Grandma always put them in the gravy. Being overly sensitive, I feed them to the cat instead.
I think putting giblets in gravy is definitely a tradition a lot of our grandmothers and moms used.....but completely understand not necessarily wanting to carry it on. Giblets aren't for everyone! I'm sure your cat absolutely loves them!
Oh my goodness, what a beautiful turkey! I, too, took some cues from my grandmother on how she made her turkeys. Because of her I still start—and keep!—my turkey upside down during cooking. But judging by this gorgeous bird, I may need to rethink that??
Happy Thanksgiving, ladies, whether you’re cooking up a storm on one side of the pond or enjoying a cozy Thursday with a cuppa and a good book on the other!
Thanks so much for your sweet comment!! I started my turkey upside down for years and one year, in the chaos of cooking, I completely forgot. I was so worried it wouldn't turn out, but it was delicious!! If you try cooking it right side up the whole time, let us know what you think!! Happy Thanksgiving to you, too.....whether you're celebrating, or enjoying a cozy Thursday in front of a roaring fire!
In my family (West coast USA by way of Missouri) we call the bird organs giblets too. My Mom and Grandma always put them in the gravy. Being overly sensitive, I feed them to the cat instead.
I think putting giblets in gravy is definitely a tradition a lot of our grandmothers and moms used.....but completely understand not necessarily wanting to carry it on. Giblets aren't for everyone! I'm sure your cat absolutely loves them!
Oh my goodness, what a beautiful turkey! I, too, took some cues from my grandmother on how she made her turkeys. Because of her I still start—and keep!—my turkey upside down during cooking. But judging by this gorgeous bird, I may need to rethink that??
Happy Thanksgiving, ladies, whether you’re cooking up a storm on one side of the pond or enjoying a cozy Thursday with a cuppa and a good book on the other!
Thanks so much for your sweet comment!! I started my turkey upside down for years and one year, in the chaos of cooking, I completely forgot. I was so worried it wouldn't turn out, but it was delicious!! If you try cooking it right side up the whole time, let us know what you think!! Happy Thanksgiving to you, too.....whether you're celebrating, or enjoying a cozy Thursday in front of a roaring fire!