deli turkey gets slimy
Steve Jacobs
more appropriate forum.
I've noticed that often I buy turkey at the supermarket deli counter,
and it is slimy. While preparing sandwiches with it I find this
unpleasant to handle, and it seems to taste a little bit 'funky'
(don't know how to describe it) as well, although that might be my
imagination.
Other times the turkey isn't slimy at all.
Can anybody tell me what's different? My latest turkey purchase was
slimy, and I recall there were different brands at the counter. Not
knowing any difference between the various choices, I chose 'Marval'
turkey, on sale at $2.99/lb. The store-brand was reg. price at $4.99 &
the Black Bear was $5.99 or $6.99. Is the sliminess an indication the
turkey is spoiling, and perhaps the Marval had gotten old and was
reduced so they could unload it before it ws completely unsellable?
Steve
sue
YECCCHHHHH! Do not buy slimy cold cuts!
kswck
are overprocessed (such as Oscar Mayer Bologna). If you are buying from a
supermarket deli and have this problem regularly, the meat is probably
sitting out on the loading dock too long. Buy your deli meat from a real
deli. Price may be a little bit more, but at least it's edible.
Jack Schidt
"Steve Jacobs" <st...@jacobshome.org> wrote in message
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Yes, it's going bad and you may not want to eat it. In german that slime is
known as "schlatz" and can be dealt with by cooking it. If it just feels a
bit slimy, I'll cook it. If it smells bad too, then I toss it. YMMV, I
grew up with immigrants.
Jack Slippery
SLAMMIN' THE HAM AND HAMMIN' THE SLAM HAM AND PEA SPOONBREAD
1 c Plus 1 T yellow cornmeal
Divided
1 tb Sugar
3/4 ts Salt
1/4 ts Red pepper
3 c Milk
1 c SARGENTO Classic Surprme
Sharp Cheddar Cheese
2 tb Butter or margarine
3 Eggs; separated
1 c Diced cooked ham
15 oz Can LESUEUR Very Young Small
Early Peas, drained
Grease a 12-x8-x2-inch baking dish; sprinkle bottom
with 1 tablespoon cornmeal. Set aside.
Combine remaining 1 cup cornmeal and next 3
ingredients; set aside.
Bring milk to a boil in a large saucepan over medium
heat. Gradually add cornmeal mixture, stirring
constantly with a wire whisk until smooth. Cook until
thickened, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir
in cheese and butter until melted. Let cool slightly.
Add egg yolks, beating until blended. Beat egg whites
until stiff but not dry; fold into cornmeal mixture.
Fold in ham and peas.
Spread batter into prepared baking dish; bake at 350
degrees for 45 to 50 minutes or until puffed and
brown. Serve immediately. Yield 6 to 8 servings.
Source: Cafe Southern Living Five-Star Dining,
Southern Living Cooking School
tracy
Is the sliminess an indication the turkey is spoiling,
Yes.
Chameleon22
I won't touch most deli turkey with a ten foot pole for that reason. Not only
is the texture disgusting, but the flavor is odd also.
I find that its worth it to spend the extra money on what is called oven roast
turkey.
As a general rule its not slimy, its a bit more like home roasted. A deli
worker once told me that turkey other than oven roasted is steamed.
What you can do is ask for a slice to taste before making your decision on
which to order, and if the deli won't let you try a slice, then run straight
for the door to another deli.
Cham
Don Mattson
chame...@aol.comnojunk says...
and/or a contaminated display case. In either case the slime is due to
bacteria that have grown on the meat. In this case, the bacteria may not be
especially toxic or pathogenic but will induce an "off taste" to the meat.
The longer the meat is held, the worst it gets. The slime is probably due
to the fact that the bacteria in question have a capsule around them. The
capsule is also known as the "slime layer" in bacteriology terminology.
Chameleon22
>There are two factors involved, unsanitary handling of the sliced meat
>and/or a contaminated display case. In either case the slime is due to
>bacteria that have grown on the meat. In this case, the bacteria may not be
>especially toxic or pathogenic but will induce an "off taste" to the meat.
>The longer the meat is held, the worst it gets. The slime is probably due
>to the fact that the bacteria in question have a capsule around them. The
>capsule is also known as the "slime layer" in bacteriology terminology.
Oh yuck... A little more info than I needed to know... Gross is gross ;)
Cham
who knows some encapsulated RL people along with the turkeys in question
Cham
kuranes
kswck wrote:
> Slimy deli meats are caused by one of 2 things-they are going bad or they
> are overprocessed (such as Oscar Mayer Bologna). If you are buying from a
> supermarket deli and have this problem regularly, the meat is probably
> sitting out on the loading dock too long. Buy your deli meat from a real
> deli. Price may be a little bit more, but at least it's edible.
Or any place that goes through it's meats quickly. I've had great success
with Wawa deli meats :)
Cari
@hotmail.com readah
overstock on sale. Careful with that.
readah
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Mcc6050
>I've noticed that often I buy turkey at the supermarket deli counter,
>> and it is slimy. <snip>
It's marginal and a *reputable* store would pull that meat and toss it. The
clerk shouldn't sell it to you.
Mac
ElizaDoMuch
or a higher-end store brand (i.e. my ShopRite has what they call "Executive"
turkey breast and it's nice and "dry" with a roasted skin edge to the
slices. Also, ask to taste it before you buy! They will toss you a slice
gratis.
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Alan Zelt
>
> You're buying cheap, water logged salt-laden junk-meat. Buy some Sarah Lee
> or a higher-end store brand (i.e. my ShopRite has what they call "Executive"
> turkey breast and it's nice and "dry" with a roasted skin edge to the
> slices. Also, ask to taste it before you buy! They will toss you a slice
> gratis.
>
Sarah Lee as high end turkey? Will they put on a schmear with the
sample?
I find the executive turkey breast as being too tough because the bird
was always stressed out. I opt for the free-range hippie breasts. Young
and nubile.
--
Alan
"If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion, and
avoid the people, you might better stay home."
--James Michener
Joe Yudelson
effects if there is no smell.
I would dump it. Joe
Steve Jacobs wrote in message ...
Jack Schidt
"Alan Zelt" <alz...@worldnet.att.netFINNFAN> wrote in message
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and no veal pen bra to confine them!
Jack Nip
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BREAST CASSEROLE
2 x Large Chicken Breasts
2 x Large PEI Potatoes
4 x Large Carrots
2 x Medium Onions
1 t Oregano
1 t Thyme
1 t Rosemary
1 t Paprika
1 t Parsley
1 t Garlic Powder
1/4 c Olive Oil
1 d Cayenne Pepper
1) Combine all seasonings. Cut vegetables into large chunks.
2) Put chicken breasts in casserole dish. Surround with vegetable chunks.
Brush olive oil generously on all poultry and vegetables.
3) Sprinkle spices on chicken only. Bake covered in a 350 F oven
approximately 1 hour. Uncover and continue to bake until vegetables
are
crispy and the potatoes/chicken are browned.
For a spicy variation, dash some worcestershire sauce and/or tobasco over
the dish before baking.
From the kitchen of Peggy and Bruce Travers,Cyberealm BBS Watertown NY
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Steve B
what you describe. It is expensive, but worth it. It keeps longer, and I
know I am not buying water at turkey prices.
Steve
Chris and Bob Neidecker
starts getting slimy on the third day. Knowing that, I buy only a little at
a time. The more expensive varieties last longer and don't get slimy (but at
$8 a pound, they'd better not get slimy!).
If your turkey was slimy and a little funky-smelling when you bought it, you
should take it to the store manager. That's yucky. Shame on them for
selling it!
Chris
Tony Pelliccio
eskw...@SPAMBLOCK.shore.net says...
> Alan Zelt <alz...@worldnet.att.netfinnfan> wrote:
>
> | I find the executive turkey breast as being too tough because the bird
> | was always stressed out. I opt for the free-range hippie breasts. Young
> | and nubile.
>
> big euphoric smile... I miss the 70's.
>
>
Huh? Just move to a college town.
Tony
spam]@world.std.com Blair P. Houghton
>Other times the turkey isn't slimy at all.
Presto.
--Blair
"Go fish."
