Holiday Meal Reheating Instructions / Turkey Breakdown VIDEO

 2024 Holiday Meal Reheating Instructions

Congratulations! You are about to enjoy a Roots Prepared Holiday Meal!

All of our meals are fully cooked and only need to be reheated to enjoy. Please refrigerate until ready to eat or reheat. If enjoying your smoked turkey, we recommend reheating only the portions you plan to eat and keeping the rest refrigerated for the best quality.

For a video on how to carve and reheat your turkey, watch Chef Rosendale's guide here: Turkey Reheating Video.

Important Tips for Reheating

1. Preferred Method: Conventional ovens retain the best quality for reheating.
2. Adjustments for Bulk Items: When reheating large quantities or multiple dishes, increase reheating times slightly. Ensure items are spread in a single layer for even heating.
3. Temperature Safety: Use a food thermometer to ensure reheated food reaches 165°F before consumption.
4. Storage: Always refrigerate food at 41°F or below.
5. Handling Precautions: Be cautious when removing items from the oven or microwave as containers may be hot.

Reheating Instructions

Whole Smoked Turkey (20 lbs)

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. Prepare the Turkey:
   • Remove from packaging and place in a roasting pan.
   • Add 1 cup of water to the pan to create steam for even heating.
   • Cover tightly with heavy-duty foil.
3. Reheat on the second oven rack:
   • Heat for about 2.5 hours, aiming for an internal temperature of 155°F in the thigh or breast.
4. Check Temperature: If below 155°F, wrap the turkey again and return it to the oven for an additional 30 minutes.
5. Rest: Once the turkey reaches 155°F, let it rest for 20–30 minutes before carving.

Side Dishes

Mac 'n' Cheese

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Remove lid from the tray.
3. Cover with foil and reheat for 20–25 minutes, removing foil for the last 5 minutes to crisp the topping.

Sweet Potato Casserole with Praline Brown Sugar Crumble

1. Remove from sous-vide bag and transfer to a casserole dish.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F and reheat for 25–30 minutes, or until heated through.

Dinner Rolls

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Place rolls on a baking sheet, cover lightly with foil, and heat for 2–3 minutes.

Pumpkin Pie

• Best served at room temperature.
• To warm, preheat oven to 350°F and heat for 10–15 minutes.

Apple Pie

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Place on a baking sheet and heat for 15–20 minutes.

Gravy

1. Pour into a saucepan.
2. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until hot.

Cranberry Sauce

• Serve chilled or at room temperature after removing from vacuum-sealed bag.

Cream of Six Onion Soup with Crispy Shallots

1. Pour soup into a saucepan.
2. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches 165°F.
3. Garnish with crispy shallots before serving.

Brisket

Oven Method

1. Remove brisket from packaging and place in a baking dish.
2. Add slices of butter on top for moisture and richness.
3. Preheat oven to 250°F. Cover with foil and reheat for 1–2 hours until it reaches 165°F.

Sous-Vide Method

1. If frozen, thaw in the refrigerator for 1–2 days.
2. Submerge the sealed bag in simmering water and heat for about 1 hour, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

General Notes

• Black trays are oven-proof. Do not use sous-vide bags in the oven.
• Adjust times based on your appliance and the starting temperature of the food (refrigerated or room temperature).

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