Thanksgiving this year will be my father and myself. I'm a vegitarian, also need to keep away from starches & carbs. My father is elderly, stuck in his ways, and wants the traditional turkey dinner. But turkeys are huge, & he would be the only one, ever, eating it (& all the side dishes). And I would have to cook it. Aside from grossing out over having to handle this poor dead bird, the smell of turkey always made me kinda queasy. He won't go to a real restaurant (where there is a choice of food for both of us) . He says he can go to Boston market & said I could go with him,. That place has nothing but starch and meat & is kind of pathetic for thanksgiving. In the past, we had meat-eating family over who helped with the turkey (the prep & eating), while I had Indian food. We also went to other family dinners. Any suggestions for a solution?
2006-11-19 18:39:28 · 7 answers · asked by sleeprcylon12 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Holidays ➔ Thanksgiving
What about making a small turkey breast for him?
2006-11-19 18:42:30 · answer #1 · answered by Rasta 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I understand about being grossed out about handling a turkey. But have you thought about a simple turkey breats for him. That wouldn't require much handling. As for the sides, you can get small sides at the grocery store. I know it seems like a lot of work and trouble for just the two of you. But I would think that it would mean alot to your dad. It is just one day a year. Or, if you are both in agreement of a place to go - then it could be a solution to your problems. Good luck.
2006-11-19 18:51:18 · answer #2 · answered by Shadowtwinchaos 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wow! What a nightmare! Just remember that it's only for one day. Since the celebration is in your home, I say that you serve your menu. If they aren't happy with this, they need not attend or perhaps they can bring whatever they would like to add to the dinner list. Just think of this as a cultural experience. As for all the kids.....well, I'm not too sure. Have each family bring a child friendly movie for everyone to watch. Or ask one of the adults to be in charge of activities to keep the children occupied. And do not be afraid to tell the children when they are doing something that you do not approve of. For example, jumping on furniture, running indoors, shouting or screaming. Good luck! You also might want to put any precious belongings up out of harms way.
2016-05-21 21:48:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most grocery stores will carry just a turkey breast, or just the turkey drumstick this time of year...
Boston Market has a rockin squash casserole, creamed spinach, yummy corn...
If he's willing to do takeout anyway, why not get takeout from a place you like also, if you can't find something at B.M.? Then you could take your two dinners home & share them together...
2006-11-19 18:49:11 · answer #4 · answered by Its Me 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
your local grocery store should have some pre cooked dinners you could buy. The traditional turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, yams etc. I know I know alot starch there. Invite SOMEONE else over, maybe he knows of someone who will be alone that day and they can help him eat it and then you can prepare some food for yourself. and if you cant find someone to help eat it then im sure hed be happy to eat on it for the weekend.
2006-11-19 18:47:33 · answer #5 · answered by RHONDA P 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cook the turkey. most side are veg anyway. corn on cob, green bean casserole, mashed potatoes, noodles, candied yamws, cranberry sauce, stuffing. it tastes good, one day of carbs won't hurt will it? they have thanksgivng buffets in hotels with lots of choices, plus they have a menu. maybe he would di that.
2006-11-19 18:43:53 · answer #6 · answered by L.J. 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Cook your dad a turkey breast and have veggie side. Squash casserole, green bean casserole. etc. I bet it would mean a whole lot to your Dad...after all he did make you possible! :)
2006-11-20 02:01:29 · answer #7 · answered by Motivated 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋