Turkey Time
What process refers to soaking a turkey in a saltwater solution before cooking it?
Brining
According to a poll, what Thanksgiving side dish is the least popular among Americans?
Green bean casserole
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, how much does the heaviest turkey on record weigh?
86 Pounds
Which is the most popular day to shop during Thanksgiving weekend?
Black Friday
The famous Thanksgiving parade is in what city?
New York City
What is an adult female turkey called?
A Hen
According to the National Turkey Federation, roughly how many turkeys are consumed each Thanksgiving?
About 45 to 46 million
What professional football team has played almost every Thanksgiving since 1934?
The Detroit Lions
How many passengers were on the Mayflower?
102
What company puts on the parade?
Macy's
What is an adult male turkey called?
A Tom
Which state produces the most cranberries?
Wisconsin
How long was the first Thanksgiving?
Three days
In 1863, what U.S. president decided that Thanksgiving would be observed on the last Thursday in November?
Abraham Lincoln
How long is the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade route?
2.5 miles
What temperature should a turkey be cooked to for safe eating?
165 F
What percentage of Americans actually eat turkey on Thanksgiving?
88%
Do turkeys actually gobble?
Only the males
What year was thanksgiving first celebrated?
1621
What year was the character balloons first introduced?
The character balloons debuted in 1927.
According to the National Grocers Association, how many hours does it take to thaw a frozen turkey in the refrigerator?
Approximately 24 hours for each four to five pounds of frozen turkey
What was the main course at the first Thanksgiving celebration?
Venison
Where was the first Thanksgiving held?
Plymouth, Massachusetts
What year did “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” debut on television?
1973
Which character debuted in the 1968 parade and has had a grand total of eight balloons? The beloved character has made 42 appearances through 2022.
Snoopy