Turkey Enchiladas – Thanksgiving Leftovers #2

One of our favorite uses for leftover turkey is to make enchiladas.   A bit fussy to put together but easy to make in large batches.  I have fond memories of Thanksgiving in Oregon (the state) with friends.  Our dinner the second night would always be turkey enchiladas after a day of hiking/biking in the … Continue reading

Turkey Hash – What to do with Thanksgiving Leftovers #1

This recipe is based on a disk I had a Pago in Salt Lake City.  I’ll write up more about Pago in another post.  In short: if you live in Salt Lake or are passing through, go to Pago.  This is quick recipe for leftover turkey.   The goat cheese and buttermilk add a light … Continue reading

Brine – lean meat’s best friend

When you are grilling or roasting lean meats, brining the meat will keep it moist and add flavor.  I use the same basic brine with turkey, pork and chicken.  The brining time changes from 1 hour for thin cuts of meats (less than 1 inch) to overnight for a whole turkey.  The brine adds salt … Continue reading