Our Thanksgiving was nicer this year than last. We spent it with close friends. The host and hostess, along with the guests who contributed dishes, are accomplished cooks.
And, as my mother would say, “They set a nice table.”
On Black Friday, a young friend called with a problem: She and her husband had Thanksgiving at his parents’ home. Since there were plenty of leftovers, they brought home quite a bit, mostly turkey. She said it was so salty she could hardly eat it. Her husband suggested tossing it.
But she’s too frugal and wondered if I knew how to get the salt out of the meat. I said I knew something she could try that may help.
When a solid food like meat or poultry is too salty, the following often will remove much of the excess. I suggest cutting the meat into bite-sized pieces. Put it in a saucepan with enough cold water to cover. Add a raw quartered potato. Bring this to a boil, then slowly boil it for 5 to 10 minutes, depending upon the amount of turkey.
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