Avoid a Recipe for Disaster

11/20/2019 (Permalink)

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Thinking of deep frying your turkey this year?  Not only does it use less cooking time and frees up your oven for other side dishes, it's delicious and juicy.  However...according to the National Fire Protection Association, deep fryer fires cause an average of 5 deaths, 60 injuries and more than 15 million in property damage each year.  Here are some safety tips of your taking the plunge into deep frying your turkey

• Make sure to use the fryer outdoors and from a safe distance from flammable materials and other buildings
• Never set up the fryer in the garage
• Keep children clear
• Never leave the fryer unattended
• Use safety googles to protect your eyes and always use pot holders or oven mitts when handling the fryer
• Make sure the turkey is completely thawed
• Keep a fire extinguisher near the fryer.  DO NOT use water to put out a grease fire

We recommend this recipe for a delicious Thanksgiving instead:

Simple Dry Rub Recipe

1 Tbsp Smoked Paprika

2 Tbsp Salt

1 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder

1 1/2 tsp Black Pepper

1 1/2 tsp Onion Powder

1 tsp Cayenne Pepper

1 tsp Dried Thyme

1 tsp Poultry Seasoning

Mix all ingredients and set aside.  Thaw turkey and remove giblets.  Make a 3-inch cut on each side where the leg meets the breast to ensure oil drains out and the meat cooks evenly.  Massage the dry rub mixture on and under the skin, and sprinkle some inside the cavity.  Place the bird on a try, cover it with plastic wrap and put in the refrigerator overnight.  When your ready to cook follow all manufactures instructions on your fryer.  

We are thankful for all our customers and wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving from SERVPRO of Norwich and Windham County.