How to have a happy Thanksgiving alone
It’s that time of year again for the turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes and cranberry sauce to be made but not everyone can enjoy these once a year fixings.When in college, some students don’t get a chance to be with loved ones during the holidays. But don’t fret, if a student is alone there are many options to getting out and doing something on that fun-filled food day.
One option that many people do around the valley, whether alone or with family members, is to volunteer at a homeless shelter.
There are several shelters in the valley that are open on Thanksgiving Day.
The Phoenix Rescue Mission has many openings for students to serve food. Students should dress in comfortable clothes and ones that they wouldn’t mind getting dirty.Another place students can help is the United Methodist Outreach Ministries. Located in downtown Phoenix, students would assist with childcare. This would include: art projects, reading, singing, games, serving meals, and play projects.
The Salvation Army usually has openings but this year but they are already fully staffed for the Thanksgiving holiday. However, they do need volunteers for Christmas.Another option for students is instead of cooking for themselves they could go out to a restaurant.
Not all restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day but T.G.I. Fridays, Marie Calendars and Lone Star are all open and close to campus. While it’s not the traditional Thanksgiving dinner, it still would be nice to be in the company of others.
Students could also pack some food and head out to their local park. All that’s needed for a nice picnic is a blanket, food that’s easy to make like sandwiches and a book or homework.
Also open on Thanksgiving are movie theaters. “Casino Royale,” “Happy Feet,” “Bobby,” “Fast Food Nation,” “The Fountain,” “Let’s Go To Prison,” “Déjà Vu” and “Deck the Halls” are all out by Thanksgiving Day.
The theater that is closest to campus is Harkins Fiesta 5.
No one should be stuck home alone on Thanksgiving but with a little imagination everyone can do something.
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Phoenix Rescue Mission
(602) 346 - 3339
1801 S. 35th Ave., PhoenixUnited Methodist Outreach Ministries
(602) 275 - 7852
3320 E. Van Buren, PhoenixPaz de Cristo Community Center
(480) 464 - 2370
424 W. Broadway Rd., MesaCASS Family Shelter
(602) 870 - 8778
203 S. 12th Ave., PhoenixThe Salvation Army
(602) 267 - 4130Arizona Coalition to End Homelessness
1735 Grand Ave., Phoenix
(602) 340-9393
Volume 44, Issue 6. Today is
Thanksgiving Leftovers?
Easy recipes to rid the fridge of the leftover Thanksgiving feast!
Thanksgiving - Style Turkey Sandwiches
Prep: 45 minutes Fry: 48 minutes
Makes: 24 sandwiches
- 1 6-8 Pound turkey breast with bone
- Peanut Oil
- Salt
- Black Pepper
- 1 Recipe Orange-Walnut Cream Cheese Spread
- 24 Sweet Hawaiian or egg bread rolls, split
- 24 Lettuce leaves
- 1 16 Ounce can whole cranberry sauce, drained
1. Rinse inside of trukey breast; pat dry with paper towl. Preheat oil to 350 degrees F.
2. Place turkey breast, breast side up. Lower into hot oil. Fry turkey breast for 48 to 68 minutes. Remove turkey and insert meat thermometer into thickest part of breast. Turkey is done when the temperature reaches 170 degrees F. Remove turkey from oil and let drain on a wire rack. Let stand for 15 minutes before carving.
3. To serve, thinly slice turkey breast. Season with salt and pepper . Spread Orange-Walnut Cream Cheese Spread. Top with lettuce and a spoonful of cranberry sauce.
Turkey Frame Soup
Prep: 30 minutes Cook: 1 3/4 hours
Makes: 4 main-dish servings
- 1 Meaty turkey frame
- 8 Cups water
- 2 Large onions, quartered
- 1 Tablespoon instant chicken bouillon granules
- 3 Cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Chopped cooked turkey
- 1 14.5 Ounce can dried tomatoes, undrained
- 1 1/2 Teaspoon dried oregano, basil or thyme crushed
- 1/4 Teaspoon black pepper
- 3 Cups sliced celery, carrots, and any other veggies
- 1 1/2 Cup dried medium noodles
1. Break turkey frame or cut in half with kitchen shears. Place in an 8 to 10 quart kettle or Dutch oven. Add water, onions, celery, bouillon granules, and garlic. Bring to boil, reduce heat. Simmer covered for 1 1/2 hours.
2. Remove turkey frame. When cool, remove meat from bones; discard bones. Chop meat and add enough chopped cooked turkey to equal 2 cups.
3. Strain broth, discarding solids. Return broth to kettle. Stir in drained tomatoes, oregano, and pepper. Stir in veggies. Return to boiling, reduce heat. Simmer, covered for 10 minutes. Stir in noodles. Simmer uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in turkey; heat through.