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Roast turkey with cranberry sauce

• Turkey with cranberry sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 whole turkey
  • 100 grammes of butter
  • 100 grammes of  onion, chopped
  • 100 grammes of  celery, chopped
  • 10 grammes of  crumbled sage and thyme

 Salt and pepper to taste

  • 10 grammes of  garlic minced
  • Balsamic vinegar
  • 20 grammes of  sugar

.150 grammes of cranberry

Preparation

– Melt butter over medium heat. Stir in onions, celery, sage, thyme and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until browned.

-Remove giblets and neck from the turkey cavity, keep for gravy. Rinse turkey inside and out with running water.

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– Stir together butter, sage, salt and pepper; rub over turkey, inside and out. Loosely pack stuffing into neck and body cavities, fold over and skewer neck flap closed over stuffing. Tie legs together.

– Place turkey, breast side up on rack in roasting pan.

– Cover with foil and roast in 325°F oven for about 1.5 hours, basting with pan juices every 30 minutes.

– Remove foil and continue to roast or 1 3/4 hours, basting every half hour, or until instant-meat thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh reads 185°F. Keep it under lamp for carving

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 -Meanwhile, in saucepan, bring chicken stock turkey neck, giblets, onion and bay leaf to boil, reduce heat and simmer.

– While cooked turkey rests, skim excess fat from roasting pan whisk in flour until well combined.

 -Gradually whisk in reserved giblet stock; Bring to boil and cook, Season to taste with salt and pepper. Strain and serve alongside turkey.

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-For cranberry sauce in small saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; stir in onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, for five minutes or until softened.

– Put balsamic vinegar; boil for five minutes or until reduced. Mix together cranberries, sugar, salt and pepper.

– Mix into onion mixture; bring to boil and cook, until cranberries are tender and sauce is thick.

 Source; foodndtv.com

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Nutrition

 Benefits of fresh cow milk

Fresh cow milk

COW milk is a nutrient-rich milk produced by cows that has been a dietary staple for
humans for centuries. It is known for its rich source of essential nutrients such as calci­um, protein, vitamins (B12 and D), and miner­als. Cow milk is considered healthy for many individuals, providing benefits for bone health, muscle repair, and overall growth.

– Promotes strong bones

Cow milk is an excellent source of calcium and vitamin D, both of which are essential for maintaining bone density and strength. Reg­ular consumption of milk helps prevent bone disorders like osteoporosis, especially in older adults, as it supports healthy bone develop­ment and repair.

– Boosts muscle growth and repair

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Cow milk is rich in high-quality protein, containing all nine essential amino acids. This makes it an ideal post-exercise drink to help with muscle repair and growth. The protein in milk also helps sustain muscle mass, which is important as we age.

– Supports heart health

Cow milk contains potassium, a mineral that helps maintain healthy blood pressure by bal­ancing sodium levels in the body. Drinking milk may reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases by promoting optimal heart function and regu­lating blood pressure.

-Aids in weight management

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The protein and fat content in cow milk can promote satiety and reduce overall calorie intake by keeping you full for longer. Addition­ally, studies have shown that the conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) found in milk may help reduce body fat in some individuals.

– Improves hydration

Cow milk is composed of approxi­mately 90 per cent water, making it a hy­drating bev­erage. Along with pro­viding essential nutrients, milk helps to maintain fluid balance in the body, which is import­ant for overall cellular functions and metabolism.

Source: www.ndtv.com/ health

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Waagashi

wagashi
wagashi

Waagashi is a type of West African cheese made from cow milk. It is commonly made by the Fulani people, especial­ly those from Northern Benin.

Ingredients

-1 bottle of fresh cow milk

-2 cups of apple cider vinegar

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-Sorghum leaves for skin colouring (optional)

Preparation

-Mix fresh cow milk with apple cider vinegar and leave it for sometime.

-Put the mixture on fire at low to medium heat until the milk forms com­pletely.

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-Then strain in a col­ander to remove all the water and your cheese is obtained.

-Soak cheese obtained in cold water for a few minutes (5-10 minutes).

-After removing the cheese you can optionally dip it in boiled red leaves.

-Boil the cheese in the red solution for 10-15 minutes. (Depending on how one wants the red to look).

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Serve the fried Wagashi with the West African Suya spice.

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