Hints from Heloise

Wed., Nov. 15, 2006

The Spokesman-Review

Dear Readers: Here’s a “bit” of information for you tea lovers – did you know that tea bags were first introduced more than 100 years ago?

Considering that Americans drink billions of cups of tea a year, that’s a lot of tea bags. – Heloise

Dear Heloise: When you purchase your turkey, ask if the turkey has a leg clamp, and if it does, have the butcher cut the turkey in half. This can be done to fresh or frozen turkeys. Also ask the butcher to put some plastic between the halves, and when you get home, separate them. Freeze the second half to enjoy later. When you roast the turkey, place it on foil, cut side down. You get to enjoy fresh-roasted turkey twice for the same price and half the roasting time. This way, you can purchase a larger turkey that gives a better yield of meat per pound. – Elizabeth, via e-mail

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