Happy November from all of us at Simsbury Pediatric & Adolescent Dentistry!
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Thanksgiving will look a little different for all of us this year. Some traditions will stay the same, like cooking a Thanksgiving meal, remembering why we are thankful, and time off from work. Some things will change though, like the number of people around the dinner table. Instead of big family gatherings, our tables will be set for smaller numbers and we hope to see our extended family members virtually. Good thing we have Zoom!
Thankfully our Thanksgiving Day menu won’t change at all! Our tables will be full of classics like Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, sweet potato casserole, gravy, oven-roasted vegetables, cranberry sauce, and lots of yummy desserts of course! Pumpkin pie is a team favorite, as is pecan pie and apple pie. Try the Pecan Pie recipe below for your Thanksgiving dessert!
Ingredients:
-1 cup Karo® Light OR Dark Corn Syrup
-3 eggs
-1 cup granulated sugar
-2 tablespoons butter, melted
-1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
-1–1/2 cups (6 ounces) coarsely chopped pecans
-1 (9-inch) unbaked OR frozen deep-dish pie crust
Instructions:
-Preheat oven to 350°F.
-Mix Karo® Light Corn Syrup, eggs, sugar, butter and vanilla using a spoon or a rubber spatula.
-Stir in pecans and pour the mixture into pie crust.
-Bake on center rack of oven for 60 to 70 minutes. Cool for at least 2 hours on wire rack before serving.
Notes:
-If you are using a prepared frozen pie crust, place the cookie sheet in the oven and preheat the oven as directed. Pour filling into frozen crust and bake on a preheated cookie sheet. The pie is done when the center reaches 200°F. Tap center surface of pie lightly – it should spring back when done. If pie crust is over-browning, cover edges with foil.
During a time of social distancing, we are so grateful for the technology that connects us to our loved ones in a time when we have to stay apart, like Facetime, family Zoom or WhatsApp (for those overseas,) Snapchat, or phone calls. Some of us also love connecting through more “old-fashioned” methods like sending a thoughtful card.
We are also thankful for the continued good health of our team members, our patients, and their respective families. We are so lucky to have such a fantastic team who constantly works together to support Dr. Azadpur on behalf of our patients. We feel fortunate that we can continue to see patients safely and that our community is managing the virus very well. During November, we’ve reached out to all the medical providers we network with throughout the year and delivered a special "thank you" treat to let them know how much we appreciate them.
Thank you to all our patients who take the time to fill out the COVID-19 screening form ahead of time and wear their masks in our facilities. It helps the office run so much more smoothly with your cooperation.
This season is not only about giving thanks but also about giving back. Currently Simsbury Pediatric & Adolescent Dentistry is collecting canned goods and non-perishable foods now through December 18 to benefit the Simsbury Food Closet. Look for the collection box in the reception area!
We hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving Day!
