There are many foods that hold a place in my heart during Thanksgiving. However, I think that gravy is the magic that tops off the deliciousness. It makes food that already tastes good into a masterpiece! I put it on rice (which was always present at our Thanksgiving meals, due to my Asian heritage), mashed potatoes, stuffing (or dressing, as my family calls it), vegetables, I dip my rolls in it... So tasty! My hat is off to you, turkey gravy!
Hm. I totally respect the gravy. It IS fabulous, after all, but I think I'd have to put my vote in for butter. In all its simplicity and glory, butter makes the world go 'round.
ReplyDeleteAnd ah, heritage. So many wonderful food choices come from heritage. That's why the Harpers have Chinese on Christmas Eve, because of their...Asian...wait. ;)