Happy Turkey Day!

[slotter]

A young man named John received a parrot as a gift. The parrot had a bad attitude and an even worse vocabulary. Every word out of the bird's mouth was rude, obnoxious and laced with profanity.

John tried and tried to change the bird's attitude by consistently saying only polite words, playing soft music and anything else he could think of to "clean up" the bird's vocabulary. Finally, John was fed up and he yelled at the parrot. The parrot yelled back. John shook the parrot and the parrot got angrier and even ruder.

John, in desperation, threw up his hand, grabbed the bird and put him in the freezer. For a few minutes the parrot squawked and kicked and screamed. Then suddenly there was total quiet. Not a peep was heard for over a minute. Fearing that he'd hurt the parrot, John quickly opened the door to the freezer.

The parrot calmly stepped out onto John's outstretched arms and said "I believe I may have offended you with my rude language and actions."

"I'm sincerely remorseful for my inappropriate transgressions and I fully intend to do everything I can to correct my rude and unforgivable behavior."

John was stunned at the change in the bird's attitude. As he was about to ask the parrot what had made such a dramatic change in his behavior, the bird continued, "And if I am not being to inquisitive, may I ask what the turkey did?"




HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

[logicprobe]

Oh sure... laugh all you want.

You're not a bird.

You don't know what it's like.

(Happy Turkey Day to you too, Don!!!)

[Tulsa]

After watching the science behind cooking a turkey the proper way last night on the tv, I think I'll eat a salad...

[luckydog]

clean it, stuff it, cover with foil tent and cook for a hour for each 4 pounds

[slotter]

After watching the science behind cooking a turkey the proper way last night on the tv, I think I'll eat a salad...

Better not to worry or think about it. "BEEF (or turkey), It's what's for dinner!"

[01PyTypeR#1140]

Happy thanksgiving! I'l be eating turkey and ham for a week...

[arbycoffee]

Mine came in a very lage white kooler, a fat little 10-11 pounder.
and ALL the fixens too!!

[birdbrain]

a white hooker?

[Scorp]

There is nothing better than a Smoked turkey on Thanksgiving, I am not certain a Smoked Parrott would taste the same... but hey, who am I to dicipline a bird.

[musky]

Deep fry that sucker....done in 45 minutes and the most juicy turkey you ever had.

[doug]

mmmmmmm Deep fry! if you never tryed it you got to but pick a good one http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5AwEwCDHjM

[logicprobe]

Disgusting talk! What cannibals!!!
I don't know if I can get through this thread, but I'll try my best to wing it.

[slotter]

[logicprobe]

YOU, slotter!!!
YOU just stay away from me with that beer can!!!

[dattia]

Priceless!

[johntofva]

I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving Day. Turkey is my favorite meat and I eat all year. Don't forget my turkey recipe. (You should even do this before you deep fry).

http://www.pachitalk.com/forums/show...ighlight=brine

[hanabi]

Happy Thanksgiving to my Favourite Turkeys!!!

[Chris]

Happy Thanksgiving to all my friends on Pachitalk on the other side of the pond.

Have a great time!

[doug]

A Deep Fried Delicacy: The How-To on Deep Frying Turkey

Deep-fried turkey, a concept that started in the south, is gradually rising in popularity nationwide. It's a perfect twist for barbecues, block parties and holiday feasts. In fact, since deep frying turkey requires special equipment and lots of oil, families and groups of neighbors often get together to share the costs and the feast. To get you started, we have several deep-fried turkey recipes for you. For a deep frying turkey experience that is fun and produces delicious results follow these guidelines:
Equipment
You'll need a 40 quart or 60 quart heavy pot with lid and basket, burner and propane gas tank, a candy thermometer to measure oil temperature and a food thermometer to determine doneness of the turkey. For added safety, have a fire extinguisher, oven mitts and pot holders nearby. To add flavor with different marinades and seasonings, you may want to purchase an injector.
Location
Place the fryer on level dirt or a grassy area. Never fry a turkey indoors, in a garage or in any other structure attached to a building. Avoid frying on wood decks, which could catch fire , and concrete, which can be stained by the oil.
The Turkey - Size Matters
Smaller turkeys, 8 pounds to 10 pounds and turkey parts, such as breast, wings, drumsticks and thighs, are best for frying. Size does matter as a 12 pound to 14 pound turkey is the maximum size bird that can be successfully deep fried. In addition to the obvious safety concern of lowering and lifting a big turkey into a vessel of boiling oil, larger birds simply cook longer. The extra cooking time results in over exposure to the skin, which will likely be over cooked.
If a larger bird (over 15-pounds) has been purchased, follow these steps for the best results. Detach the dark meat (leg and thigh portions) from the breast and fry the two turkey parts separately. Fry the leg/thigh sections first in oil that has been preheated to 365 degrees F-375 degrees F. Cook to an internal temperature of 180 degrees F. Remove the dark sections and reheat the oil to 365 degrees F-375 degrees F. Then fry the turkey breast to an internal temperature of 170 degrees F. Other Ingredients
You'll need approximately 5 gallons of a high-smoke point oil; more for larger turkeys. The turkey may be injected with a marinade, coated with breading or seasoned with a rub

[Tony Junior]

Happy Thanksgiving to my PachiTalk family!

If you've never tried fried turkey, you're missing a great feed! YUMMMM!