What have I let myself in for.......

[harveydales]

I ordered a huge goose this year for our Christmas meal but found out last week that we will all be ging to Andy's brother for a big family Christmas lunch. We can't get out of it as it will probably be his Dad's last Christmas as he is very weak and ill now.

We thought of having the goose Christmas Eve at home but then, as I'm not a big fan of turkey and over cooked sprouts, I suggested I cook the goose at home Christmas morning and then bring it over together with my red cabbage to join their turkey for the meal. It will save Phyllis cooking a ham as well but heaven knows how we'll manage to bring it over in one peice. I think I have let myself in for a lot of work and added stress!

[Debbie]

I think its a lovely idea, and it will mean more people enjoying the choice of goose or turkey.

Do you think you might be able to transport it in the pan you cook it in?? Maybe support the bottom with a wooden cutting board.

[SuzieP]

Would it spoil it to carve the goose, arrange it on a dish with some garnish and cling-film it tightly to keep everything in place?

My Mum has done this and it worked really well. The goose heated up nicely and she made some lovely gravy from the juices (fat strained off) which was heated up too and served with it. Yum.

[leannwithconnie]

Yes I think I would carve it up as Sue has suggested Pam and put it on a large plate or platter.

[bevbob]

Mmmm sounds lovely! good idea to carve it beforhand.

[harleydales]

My mouth is watering - what time Pam LOL!!