Inside of the Turkey

Inside of the Turkey

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Now comes the real reason we go in there: the stuffing. Or dressing. Whatever you call it, it’s the main event. You start scooping the moist, herb-flecked bread mixture into the void. It’s a satisfying sensation, like filling a piñata. You pack it in, but not too tight—everyone has a stuffing density opinion.

Your aunt will lean over and say, “That’s enough.” You ignore her. You pack another handful in there because you know it’s the best part. The turkey starts to look less like a cave and more like a stuffed sofa cushion. It bulges gently, looking proud and full of secrets.

You shove in a few more scoops for good measure, until a little bit of stuffing falls out onto the pan. It’s the turkey’s way of saying, “I’m full, Brenda.” You wipe the sweat off your brow. The hardest part of the job is done. You’ve successfully converted a hollow cavity into a fragrant, buttery time bomb.

The Lonely Wings and Legs

While you were focused on the cavity, you forgot about the wings and legs. They’re just sort of dangling there, looking useless. The wings are like tiny, fleshy airplane flaps, trying to get you to notice them. You truss them up, tying them down with string like a hostage. It’s necessary. They’d burn to a crisp otherwise.

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The legs get the same treatment. You cross them and tie them together, making the bird look like it’s trying to do a yoga pose. “Downward Bird.” It’s ridiculous. You’ve taken a majestic animal and turned it into a trussed-up beach ball. And yet, your family will eat it like it’s the most dignified thing in the world.

田中 結衣
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田中 結衣

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