Thanksgiving Prep Made Easier: Thaw The Turkey, We’ll Handle The Sides

As you start planning your Thanksgiving dinner, don’t forget the TWO important steps:

1. Defrost your frozen turkey.

2. Order your Thanksgiving dinner sides from Comfort Keto.

How Long Does It Take to Thaw a Frozen Turkey in the Refrigerator?

Even experienced home cooks are often surprised by how long it actually takes to properly thaw a turkey.

As a general rule, allow about 16 hours of refrigerator thawing time for every 4–5 pounds of turkey. That means a 15-pound turkey may take nearly two full days to thaw safely in the refrigerator.

The good news is that once fully thawed, your turkey can safely remain refrigerated for another two days before cooking.

We do not recommend thawing a turkey on the countertop, as this can allow harmful bacteria to multiply rapidly. While some people use faster methods such as warm water or microwave thawing in a pinch, the safest and healthiest method is still slow thawing in the refrigerator.

How About the Side Dishes?

Preparing a true Thanksgiving feast takes time. Realistically, the ultimate Thanksgiving dinner can require 10+ hours of prepping, cooking, and baking — not including grocery shopping.

Ideally, planning and preparation should begin about a week in advance to reduce stress and help everything come together smoothly on Thanksgiving Day.

Do you have that kind of time for the ultimate Thanksgiving dinner preparation?

Every year around this time, Thanksgiving kitchens across America begin filling with the comforting aromas of roasted turkey, warm spices, fresh pies, and family traditions.

At Comfort Keto, Chef Janine is preparing a delicious collection of low-carb holiday favorites so you can spend less time cooking and more time enjoying the people around your table. From comforting side dishes and appetizers to desserts and even wine pairings, we’ve thoughtfully created holiday essentials inspired by tradition and full flavor — simply with far fewer carbs.

Traditional Thanksgiving meals are often loaded with hidden sugars and starches, from stuffing and mashed potatoes to flour-thickened gravy and sweetened dressings. Our goal is not to take away the spirit of Thanksgiving, but to help you enjoy it in a lighter, more balanced way.

You roast the turkey. We’ll help with the rest.

Your freshly prepared Thanksgiving sides and accompaniments are delivered the day before Thanksgiving, ready to heat and serve with ease.

Appetizers? Covered.

Sides? Absolutely.

Dessert? Of course.

A cozy low-carb holiday table? That too.

For Two or Four

Call or text us to inquire about pricing and availability.

And remember — whether you are ordering for two or for four, there will still be enough delicious leftovers to enjoy for the next few days.

Please place your order by mid-November.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Simple. Comforting. Delicious. Thanksgiving made a little easier.