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8 lb turkey just bone, I see. A proper one starts at 12 lbs. What did you serve last year for leftovers?
That's why one gets a larger turkey. The primary leftovers are the meat. The sides add, such as mash potatoes, gravy, sweet potatoes, vegetables, stuffing, cranberry and pumpkin cake for example. The meat, once cooked, can last up to four days after the initial serving if the extras are moved to the fridge quickly after serving and not used. The sides can last longer. The larger turkey, at least 16 lbs or more, is cooked as a meal that will last days versus just Thanksgiving alone. So, ideally, if Thanksgiving is on a Thursday, you should have enough food for lunch and dinner through Sunday night.
Nice tip, meat keeps well. What's your favorite side to pair?
Mash potatoes and gravy, of course. But man, it is rich in calories and carbs. You're moving the lbs from your plate to your gut and hips.
ROFL. An 8 lb turkey is practically just bone. This is a rip-off package. A proper turkey starts at 12 lbs and most people aim for getting one close to 20 lbs for a proper family meal with decent leftovers. Marketing left that detail out.