Holiday Meal Reheating Instructions / Turkey Breakdown VIDEO (Online posting, no purchase necessary)

•  2025 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

Spiral Ham & Glazing

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
2. Prepare the Ham:
   • Remove from packaging and place in a roasting pan.
   • Gently spread slices apart, brush glaze between slices
   • Add 1/2 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 10 minutes per pound (about 1 hour for most hams)
4. Finish

• • Uncover, brush with remaining glaze
  • Remove pineapple from bag and place around ham
  • Bake at 425°F for 8-10 minutes to caramelize

Whole Smoked Turkey (15 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 - Preheat to 350°F

Foil lids may stay on during reheating unless otherwise noted.

Heat for 25-minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F

Finishing Notes:

Mashed Potatoes: Garnish with chopped chives just before serving

Sweet Potatoes: Add marshmallows and crumble for the last 10 minutes of baking

Mac & Cheese: Remove foil lid and bake uncovered for best texture

Green Beans Almondine: Reheat uncovered for 8 minutes.  Finish with toasted almonds if desired

Mini Cornbread Muffins: bake at for 2-3 minutes

Cranberry Orange Relish: Serve chilled or at room temperature.  No heating required.

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 300°F.
2. Place on a baking sheet and heat for 20–30 minutes. Optional Finish: 375°Ffor 2-3 minutes for a crisp crust

Gravy

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

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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