Everyone keeps saying the words credit and crunch in conjunction as if it makes a well-known saying. I'm not entirely convinced that 'credit crunch' really is a proper thing, or that I actually need to economise, due to the extraordinary sales taking place everywhere. I may be the exception, however, so here's some thoughts on having a crunchy Christmas!
Now - turkey is a fairly low-cost meat (as well as being low-fat) and can be eaten for about a week after the event, so we're already off to a good start. Choose an extra-massive turkey for Christmas day and you're already economising on meat for the festive period. Buy a jar of Stokes Coronation sauce to whip up some tasty Coronation turkey sandwiches, salads or jacket potato toppings.
Christmas dinner seems to be made up largely of vegetables, which you can buy in large quantities in most supermarkets, making the most of the 2 for 1 deals. Either stick them in the fridge drawer in bags, or freeze them. If you cook vast mountains of vegetables all in one go for Christmas lunch, you can also enjoy bubble and squeak for the next couple of days, either with cold meat and pickles or with omelette and baked beans.
For me. Christmas is all about being able to eke out the supplies for days on end until the shops open again. I don't care if they're open all the way through these days - it's the spirit of the thing! Who cares if lunch is one sausage, some crackers and the last of the brie? It's Christmas!
1 comment:
To me there's nothing more joyous than a huge sandwich filled with leftover turkey, stuffing and mayo. I'd accessorise this with a side plate of Mum's cheese scones, Ritz biscuits, chunks from the cheese board, etc, etc...).
For afters what's better than reheated Christmas pud with icecream, chased with some Roses from a big tin.
I'm totally with you on the leftovers thing Jenny!
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