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Utilize Microwave Oven To Prepare Holiday Feast It may not be the way grandmother prepared Christmas* dinner, but M c H e n r y c o u n t y homemakers can defrost and prepare a turkey in a microwave oven. Microwave cooking will require more attention than does con­ ventional roasting, but it can save time and energy in the preparation procesjf, says Nancy Moore, University of Illinois Home Economics Adviser. In a microwave oven, shape as well as size in­ fluences defrosting and cooking. A broad breasted meaty turkey will take longer to defrost than a streamlined one of the same weight During cooking, the breast may also need more shielding because it will be higher in the oven and closer to the source of microwave energy. To defrost a turkey, check t h e m a n u f a c t u r e r ' s recommendations for time. Most recommend allowing 10 to 12 minutes per pound on the defrost setting. Begin with the wrapped turkey (after removing the metal clamp from legs if your unit recommends no metal) breast side down, and divide the total time into four segments. Defrost for one- fourth, the time. Then rotate the turkey one-half turn so legs point to the opposite side of the oven, and defrost for one-fourth the time. Turning promotes even defrosting, explains Ms. Moore. Then unwrap the turkey and place it breast side up in a microwave-safe cooking dish. Shield legs, wing tips and any warm or brown areas with aluminum foil (only if your microwave instructions indicate foil can be used) and secure with wooden picks. Defrost V4 of time and check the breast for warm spots. Shield again with foil if necessary. Rotate the dish one-half turn and microwave for final one- fourth of time. Then remove the metal clamp from the legs. The great mass of food in the microwave oven makes it unnecessary to remove clamps earlier, says Ms. Moore. Run cold water into the breast and neck cavities until giblets and neck can be removed. These instructions work best for turkeys weighing up to 12 pounds, says Ms. Moore. Larger turkeys should be allowed to stand 30 minutes after each one- fourtfc defrosting time to allow the internal tem­ peratures to equalize and prevent overdefrosting the outside of the bird before the interior is defrosted. A turkey may be microwaved two ways: in a cooking bag for a moist turkey or in a roasting dish covered with wax paper for a drier surface. Some natural browning will occur but you will probably want to brush your turkey with a mixture of liquid browning sauce and two tablespoons of water or melted butter for an even browned appearance, Ms. Moore continues. If you use butter, dry the turkey thoroughly before brushing with the sauce or it will not cling to the bird. Smaller turkeys weighing twelve pounds or less work best in the cooking bag and require little attention. Brush the turkey with the browing sauce mixture. To prevent sticking, lightly oil the inside of the oven proof cooking bag where it will cover the breast. Place turkey in the cooking bag and arrange in a roasting dish. Add one-half cup of water, chicken broth or wine, advises Ms. Moore. Close the bag securely using a plastic strip cut earlier from the open end of the bag. You need to slash the bag near the closure to vent steam. Check the manufacturer's recommendations for time, says Ms. Moore. Most manufacturers recommend a medium setting for 11 to 13 minutes per pound. If the microwave oven does not have a medium power level, most recommend allowing nine minutes per pound and microwaving on high for first half of cooking time and on defrost for the second half of cooking time. To prepare your turkey without a roasting bag, brush with sauce and place turkey breast side down in a roasting dish, suggests Bis. Moore. Cover with waxed paper. Again check recommended manufac­ turer's time. For a medium setting, most recommend 11 to 13 minutes per pound. Microwave for one-half the time. Turn bird breast side up, recover with waxed paper and microwave remaining one-half of the cooking time. If the microwave oven does not have a medium setting, most manufacturers recommend allowing 9 mintues per pound on turkeys under 12 pounds, 10 minutes per pound on turkeys over 12 pounds. Microwave the turkey as follows. Place breast side down in roasting dish covered with waxed paper. Microwave one-fourth of total time on high, then one- fourth of total time on defrost. Turn breast side up and microwave one-fourth of total time on high and one- fourth of total time on defrost. Areas next to the breastbone of turkeys more than 6 inches high are vulnerable to overcooking, says Ms. Moore.To prevent overcooking, shield the breastbone area with a strip of foil about 5 inches by 2 inches from neck cavity to tip of breastbone before placing in the cooking bag or roasting breast side up in the roasting dish. For microwave ovens with a temperature probe, follow manufacturer's instructions. To test for doneness, use a meat thermometer after you remove the turkey from the microwave oven. Ms. Moore says internal temperatures should be 175 to 180 degrees F in the breast and 190 degrees F in the thigh. The bird is also done when the meat and juices are no longer pink when the bird is sliced between leg and body'. When temperatures have been reached or juices are no longer pink, cover with foil and allow to stand 20 minutes to allow interior of turkey to finish roasting and to let jucies "set" for easier carving. Smaller turkeys, those weighing 12 pounds and less, are the easiest to prepare in the microwave oven. A major problem with larger turkeys is that overcooking of the top occurs more easily. Their height places the turkey closer to the top of the oven where microwave energy is released. A microwave turkey is not for everyone,but if you follow your manufacturer's instructions and these general guidelines, you can "have a qujlity produce for «our holiday dinner, Ms. [oore concludes. For local information, call the McHenry County Ex­ tension office at 338-3737, or visit them at 789McHenry avenue, Woodstock. This service is offered to all residents of McHenry county. BIRTHS Tom and Norma Weyland of McHenry announce the birth of their first daughter on Dec. 11. Kelly Francene was born at McHenry hospital and weighed 5 lbs., 14 oz. She has a two-year-old brother, Shane. The infant is the grand­ daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Weyland of McHenry and the late Mr. and Mrs. Harry Kelso. Mrs. Cora Kelso of Hastings, Minn, is the m a t e r n a l g r e a t - grandmother. Among recent births recorded at Memorial hospital for McHenry county, Woodstock, is the Dec. 12 birth of a girl to Mr. and Mrs. Mark Weinberg of McHenry. ACCOUNTING AND TAX SERVICES WARD and WARD 338-4799 HRS.l :00-9:00 P.M. WOMl PHONE 344-5330 3902 W. MAIN McHENRY . LOCATED BEHIND CHRISTOPHER'S MEN'S WEAR STOREWIDE SALE DEC. 19 & DEC. 20! FRIDAY DEC. 19, 5 pm to 8:30 pm, SATURDAY DEC. 20 9 am. to 4:30 pm. Entire Stock REDUCED ire Chri£>lM£ hierytm1 PRICE NOTHING HELD BACK! MEN'S & WOMEN'S *Shoes Dress & Casual •Boots & Cowboy Boots •Slippers *Purses •Athletic Shoes FEATURING BRAND NAMES: FREEMAN - JARMAN - YOYOS - FANFARE - MARQUISE - COBBIE CUDDLERSl Don't Mies This Snlo! FRIDAY DEC. 19, 5 pm. to 8:30 pm. SATURDAY 20, 9 am. to 4:30 pm. There's An Answer (by Norman Vincent Peale and Ruth Stafford Peale) By Norman Vincent Peale and Ruth Stafford Peale Dragged through the mud Q. Our 23-year-old son started drinking and smoking pot in high school. He is into trobule all the time, has been arrested for drunken driving, is constantly cutting himself in fights, breaking bones, getting violent, threatening his wife and sister. While we were on vacation he broke into our home, drank all my husband's booze, baled food over in my stove and bled all over the basement floor, etc. He has dragged our good name down and through the mud in this town. I am holding my head up, but it is hard sometimes. Even my prayers don't comfort me much anymore. We all wish he would go far away and leave us alone. Is this wrong? A. Frequently our young people get their first view of real life and its responsibilities when they go far away from home and are out on their own. Of course, there is the risk of your son's antics continuing, and he should have counseling help with his problems. But there might be more of a chance that he will straighten out and grow up if he goes away. This would force him to make it or break it on his own. To help you keep on praying and hoping, we are sending you our booklet Try Prayer Power. Anyone wishing a free copy may write to us at Box 500, Pawling, N. Y., 12564. Won't talk to boys Q. I am 17 years old and having trouble getting a boyfriend. Every boy I see I won't go up and talk to him. So I usually never see him again. There aren't many nice boys my age. But it seems that every girl my age has a boyfriend. Sometimes I get impatient and wonder if I'll end up an old maid. But I know if I don't go up and talk to boys an old maid is what I'll end up being. What should I do? A. When you are with young people look for a boy who has as big an inferiority complex as you have and who is shy like you are. Take the responsibility of making him feel comfortable in a group. You'll lose your shyness the more you get outside yourself. Other young people will like you for it and want to be with you. Situation seems hopeless Q. My husband wants to dominate me completely. He won't think of letting me get outside the home in other worthwhile activities. He won't even let me have the money from the empty Pepsi bottles. So I sneak around and hide them and sneak them to the grocery store. I can't even buy a birthday gift for my children. He can think up hundreds of excuses not to spend money if it's PAGE 3 • PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. DECEMBER 17, 1088 something I need or want Please pray for me. The situation seems hopeless. A. Your situation is indeed difficult but it's not hopeless. It will take time and patience, but you must show your husband that you are a strong and capable person. Cultivate a positive attitude about yourself. Become more decisive, less dependent. Assume more leadership in family life. In time your husband may find it easier to share the burden of responsibility, and you two will become a team. If there is something you would like to ask Dr. and Mrs. Peale, write to them at Box 500, Pawling, N.Y.. 12864. Wassail Spells Welcome The word "wassail" is derived from the Old Norse i>e» heill or "Be Well."_In merry Olde England the word came to mean a toast to someone's health as you gave him a cup of wine. Today the "wassail bowl" is a symbol of hospitality and friendship and a perfect way to say welcome to friend* and neighbors during the holiday season. The Tea Wassail recipe below is made with a base of strong hot tea, combined with apple juice, frozen fruit punch, spices and clove-studded baked apples. Served hot from a chafing dish, it will warm any holiday gathering. Tea Wassail (Makes about 2 quarts) 4 cups water 1/4 cup sugar 6 teabags , 1 1 (6 oi.) can frozen concentrated juicy 1/2 red punch, thawed 8 2 cups apple juice (3-inch) cinnamon stick teaspoon nutmeg small baked apples or 8 spiced crabapples Bring water to a boil; pour over teabags. Stir; cover and let stand 5 minutes. Stir again and squeeze out teabags. Mean­ while, in large saucepan heat fruit punch, apple Juic^, sugar and spices; simmer 5 minutes. Add apples and hot tea; bring to gentle boil. Place apples in chafing dish and fill with hot wassail. Serve hot. WOW... SOMETHING NEW FOR EVERYONE AT McHENRY SAVINGS > » > > > LOCATED: BEHIND CHRISTOPHER'S MEN'S WEAR ' . *0 Vice President / Director Kathleen Marinangel wants everyone to know about McHENRY SAVINGS AND LOAN'S biggest premium selection ever. Over two dozen items are available for qualifying deposits. Check the chart and pick a premium to go with your new deposit or new account. Offer limited to one per account. Some items are in very short supply, so hurry. 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