Kosher Catering Instructions

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KOSHER THANKSGIVING COOKING & REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS OVEN-READY TURKEY COOKING INSTRUCTIONS • Preheat the oven to 475°F. • Remove the seasoned turkey, butter, salt, pepper and stock from the box and set aside. Refrigerate the cranberry sauce and gravy. • Put the aluminum roasting pan on top of a sheet pan for added stability. • Melt the butter and drizzle it over the top of the turkey. • Roast the turkey for 30 minutes, until lightly browned. • Baste the turkey and tent the breast with aluminum foil. • Reduce the temperature to 375°F. • Once an hour, baste the turkey by picking up the liquid on the bottom of the roasting pan with a basting bulb and squirting it over the surface of the turkey along with the stock. • Continue to roast the turkey until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the breast and innermost part of the thigh reaches 165°F (measure with a meat thermometer). At this point the juices should run clear and the thigh and leg joint should move loosely. • When the turkey is fully cooked, remove it from the roasting pan, cover it with aluminum foil, and let it rest for 20-25 minutes before carving. Add the salt and pepper to taste. • While the turkey is resting, warm the gravy and remaining dishes.

HOW LONG WILL THE TURKEY TAKE TO COOK? The general rule of thumb: 15-18 minutes of cooking per pound of turkey. An 8-10 pound turkey typically cooks in 2.75 to 3 hours, a 12-14 pound turkey in 3-3.75 hours, a 14-18 pound turkey in 3.75-4.25 hours, an 18-20 pound turkey in 4.25-4.5 hours and a 20-24 pound turkey in 4.25-5 hours. However, individual ovens cook differently. Check the temperature of the turkey by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the turkey breast and the innermost part of the thigh. When the temperature reaches 165°F in both locations, your turkey is fully cooked.

ENTRÉE SELECTIONS Honey-Glazed Salmon Oven only: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Loosen Lid. Heat for 20-25 minutes until warm. Sliced Herb-Roasted Turkey Oven only: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Put 1/8” of chicken stock in an oven-safe roasting pan. Then add the sliced turkey, cover tightly with aluminum foil, and heat for 10-12 minutes until warm.

SOUPS & GRAVY Stovetop: Put the soup or gravy into a pot and, stirring frequently, bring to a simmer over medium heat. Microwave: Transfer into a microwave-safe container, cover with a microwave-safe plate, and heat on high stirring after each minute until warm.

SIDES Mashed Potatoes Stovetop: Put the potatoes or puree into a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir frequently for 3-5 minutes until heated through. If the potatoes or puree thicken, add stock to thin. Oven: Heat at 350°F for 20-25 minutes – stir halfway through. Microwave: Put into a microwave-safe dish and heat on high, stirring every two minutes, until warm. Green Beans Stovetop: Heat a teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil in a skillet. When the oil is hot add the vegetables and heat on medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Put in a microwave-safe dish, and heat on 75% power, stirring every minute, until warm. Sweet Potatoes, Roasted Potatoes, Root Vegetables, Butternut Squash and Stuffing Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer and cover with aluminum foil. Heat covered for 15 minutes. Then remove the foil, stir, and bake uncovered for 5 minutes until warm. If you choose to heat in the aluminum pans that they come in, you will heat for 20-25 minutes, stir halfway through. Microwave: Put in a microwave-safe dish, and heat on high, stirring every two minutes, until warm. Wild Rice with Cranberries Microwave only: Put in a microwave-safe dish and heat on high, stirring every two minutes, until warm. You can also serve room temperature. Dinner Rolls Oven only: Preheat oven to 350°F. Put the rolls on a baking sheet and heat for 5 minutes until warm. Pie* Oven only: Preheat oven to 350°F. Loosely cover the pie with aluminum foil and warm for 15-20 minutes. Insert a thin knife into the pie, remove it and touch it to your lips to test the internal temperature. *Do not warm pumpkin pies; they are meant to be served cold or at room temperature. **BE SURE TO TRANSFER ITEMS IN PLASTIC CONTAINERS TO OVEN-SAFE CONTAINERS FOR USE IN AN OVEN OR TRANSFER TO MICROWAVE SAFE DISHES BEFORE REHEATING IN A MICROWAVE.**